Hiking poles or a walking stick can make all the difference for hiking the backcountry, giving me stability while reducing fatigue on my knees and feet. I like to use a pair of poles with built-in shock absorbers, and ergonomic handles as over the duration of the hike this lessens the impact on my hands. Walking sticks also serve as…
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No camping trip is complete without a good book to read! Here are some of my favorite titles to check out for your next camping trip. Telling stories around the campfire can make the night magical. My favorite kind of reading is a hands-on, page-turning hardcopy book, but digital books on my Kindle are also enjoyed. Don’t forget the charging…
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Do all the activities you love with your hair securely in place with the Flexi Sport clip for a huge discount until November 30th, 2021! Taming your tresses while camping can pose a challenge! Sweating under a hat, the wind blowing through your hair, swimming, or having to go for days without washing it, can all add up to a…
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One of my most personal encounters with a scorpion was of all places at the checkout counter of a mini-mart/ gas station in Panamint Springs, California. Panamint Springs Resort is a remote oasis along the way into Death Valley’s western border. We fueled up our 4×4 truck there and I went in to pay for the exorbitantly priced gas. This…
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One of the challenges of camping can be privacy and the ability to take showers. We found the Mount Rhino pop-up shower tent to be just what we need. It is roomy and tall with dimensions of 48 by 48 at 6 foot 9 inches tall. The tent is spacious enough for both a parent and child to assist in…
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Having a great sleeping bag is key for a good night’s sleep while camping. Our favorite is a roomy, double size bag for two people, rated for zero degrees by Teton Sports Mammoth. I would equate the space of the bag, to a queen size mattress. We are both tall and like the room of this bag to move and…
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Our favorite maps for exploring Death Valley Maps are invaluable for trip planning and always knowing where you are in the backcountry. You cannot rely on cell reception for Google Maps or online help. These are our “go-to” maps for 4×4 roads. Both maps are printed on waterproof and tear-resistant plastic. These maps will take a beating while being folded…
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