camping tips

Coffee Filters – not just for making coffee

Space and weight are always a critical issue when camping. I, for one, hate to haul something (like a drop coffee maker) all over the countryside that has only one use. My aunt sent me this list of multiply uses for a coffee filters, none of which had I ever thought of. Anyway, it got Read More >>

Good night’s sleep means good time camping

Speaking as someone who has been camping for a long while, a good night’s sleep is essential to enjoying any camping adventure. From buzzing bugs to an inadequate sleeping bag, there are a number of factors that can keep a camper from a good night’s sleep. So what is a novice camper to do? Element Read More >>

Novice campers – Buying a tent

This year more novice campers will discover the joys of camping and the wonders of national forests. This is a good thing but camping can be scary. Especially to novice campers. If you have never build a campfire, slept under the stars, or spent time in the woods, there is a lot to learn. Camping isn’t Read More >>

Water Pump – A solution that works

Getting water into our motorhome’s fresh water tank requires a water pump. You don’t need to be a genius to come to this conclusion. But you need to employ some creative thinking is required. Fred has been hauling water to our motorhome for years and has had the hernias to prove it. This year we Read More >>