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OUTDOOR BASICS

UV Index and Tanning: Complete Guide

June 12, 2025 by Daniel Carraway
UV index and tanning guide

The UV Index is calculated on a scale from 0 to 10, with the latter representing the highest risk (and in some areas, with it going even higher!). In today’s guide, we will learn to … Read more

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Can You Eat Poison Ivy: Secrets from Experienced Survivalists

June 11, 2025 by Daniel Carraway
poison ivy leaves

Many of us often wonder about edible plants in nature. What plants can you eat, and which ones should you stay away from? If you’re camping and/or backpacking, you may encounter a scenario where you’ll … Read more

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How to Clean a Camelbak (Hydration Pack) – Step-by-Step Guide and More

June 10, 2025 by Daniel Carraway
water drop

Knowing how to clean a camelbak bladder is essential to making sure you can use it safely again in the future. This article will give you a step-by-step tutorial on the best way to clean … Read more

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How to Get Tree Sap Out of Clothes [ALL Methods]

January 25, 2023 by Daniel Carraway
How to Get Tree Sap Out of Clothes

Anyone who has spent time adventuring outside has managed to get sap onto them, and wondered how to get tree sap out of clothes. I’m here to get you out of that sticky situation, pun … Read more

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How to Fold a Tent [Full Instructions for Each Type]

November 15, 2022 by Daniel Carraway
How to Fold a Tent - Full Instructions for Each Type

Today you’re going to learn how to fold a tent because it’s really important when you just have to get up and go. If you mess it up, you can ruin it, and you won’t … Read more

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How to Wash a Down Sleeping Bag [Full Instructions]

November 15, 2022 by Daniel Carraway
How to Wash a Down Sleeping Bag - Full Instructions

Washing your down sleeping bag is crucial for your health and for prolonging its life. This article will offer you full instructions on how to wash a down sleeping bag. Knowing how to wash a … Read more

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Camping Tarp Easy Setups – Everything You Need to Know

November 1, 2022 by Daniel Carraway
Best Camping Tarp Setup

Using a tent is the conventional way of camping, but it does have some drawbacks. Which is why I’m going to show you how easy it is to do a camping tarp setup to make … Read more

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How to Clean a Tent Easily [Step-by-Step Tutorial]

October 18, 2022October 18, 2022 by Mark Foster
How to clean your tent

A tent is highly needed for any camping experience, and when outside the tent is affected by the weather and nature from every side. This is why you need to know how to clean a … Read more

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How to Wash a Sleeping Bag

September 28, 2022 by Daniel Carraway
How to wash your Sleeping Bag

When you go camping you’ll need a comfortable and clean sleeping bag to keep you warm and well rested. If you used it before you’ll want to know how to wash a sleeping bag, so … Read more

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How to Have the Ultimate Kayak Camping Experience

October 3, 2022September 2, 2022 by Daniel Carraway
How to Have the Ultimate Kayak Camping Experience

Kayaking is a highly popular outdoor activity in North America and Canada. Over 18 million people actively participate in kayaking each year in the states, and with over 2 million lakes and rivers in Canada, … Read more

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How To Waterproof Boots [7 Easy Ways]

August 30, 2022 by Daniel Carraway
How to waterproof boots

When it comes to outdoor gear, one particular thing that takes the most abuse are your boots. As you might know, a pair of hiking or camping footwear is not exactly cheap, which is why … Read more

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How to Avoid Wild Animal Attacks

August 29, 2022 by Daniel Carraway
How to Avoid Wild Animal Attacks

Wild animals are not harmless or defenseless and they can launch an attack if they feel threatened or you’ve stepped in their territory. That is why knowing how to avoid wild animal attacks is a … Read more

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