Quick Answer: A rechargeable portable power station is a versatile and compact energy storage unit that allows you to power electronic devices and appliances when you’re away from traditional power sources. It combines a rechargeable battery, an inverter to convert DC to AC power, and multiple charging ports into a single, portable design. Whether you’re…
I took my boys camping a few weeks ago, and we did an 18-mile loop around Mt. Mitchell in North Carolina. I brought a few extra pieces of gear to test out, but the picture above is my go-to backcountry setup. I know some will say it’s overkill and you don’t need a big knife,…
In this guide, I’ve curated a list of the best Swiss Army knives for camping that promise to enhance your outdoor experience and ensure you’re always ready for the adventures that lie ahead.
Among the essential tools to bring along is a hatchet. A backpacking hatchet differs from a camping hatchet in that it needs to be smaller and lighter to fit into your backpack easily.
I love this thing. I can get a little obsessive about weight when I’m hiking—yes, I’m one of those guys who saws the handle off his toothbrush—and the Fiskars Hatchet is light enough that I pack it on just about every backpacking trip I go on. It’s simply the best ultralight hiking hatchet I’ve found.
Eating delicious breakfasts every day at the crack of dawn! There’s just something about waking up and cooking bacon on an open fire that simply cannot be topped. However, you might not know which of these methods suits your cooking abilities or meal preferences as a person.
It’s not easy to find a good camping chair. I’ve worn out more of them than I can remember, and I’m here to tell you that most are exactly what they appear to be: cheap junk designed to break after one season. That being said, there are some diamonds in the rough. In the realm…
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For most campers and backpackers, the big question is which is the better fuel, butane or propane? But there’s always a best choice for camp stove.
We round up some of the best pocketknives for hiking and backpacking from our own personal trips. Every knife on the list we have used in the backcountry, so we know first hand that they are the best choices for hiking and backpacking knives.
