October 2009


BathTub Installed at Camp DVK

Posted on October 31, 2009 at 10:31 pm in

Quick video to show my bathing facilities at my camp, a recycling bin and a metal bucket with tripod to heat water over a fire.

The Camping Trip part 1/3

Posted on October 31, 2009 at 10:31 pm in

The Camping Trip part 1/3. Part 2: www.youtube.com Part 3: www.youtube.com Enjoy!!

RV Camping Video – Great Family Vacation Ideas from El Monte RV Rentals

Posted on October 28, 2009 at 9:28 pm in

Set the pace for where and when you want to go with an El Monte RV Rental (www.elmonterv.com ). Imagine waking up to the morning sun, sweeping the vistas of the Rocky Mountains, or the pounding surf of the Pacific ocean. Imagine hearing the breezes whispering in the pines and and tussling wild flowers...

Backpacking – Killer Tips For Choosing The Best Boots

Posted on October 28, 2009 at 9:28 pm in

Your walking or hiking boots are as important a piece of equipment as your backpack itself. As backpacking is mostly about walking and hiking, everybody knows that if your footwear does not fit correctly you will eventually be in severe discomfort and could hurt your feet. Choosing the best boots for your backpacking trips is essential so follow these tips that give great help and advice.

A single type of boot cannot be advised as everyone has to find their own best fit as we all have different needs. You will need to try on several boots to find one that it comfortable - and only you will know this, but by being aware of what to look for, you will easily find a great boot.

Consider what you actually want your boots for. How often do you backpack? On what terrain do you backpack? By knowing how you will use your boots you can research into which boots are the most suitable for the intended usage. Ask your local outdoor store for help.

When the usage has been researched, try some boots on down your local outdoor store. Take your time finding a good pair and try several on. It may take a little while - but it will be worth it in the end. Do not go for the first pair you try on, even though they might feel perfect - you can always come back to them later. Lace them up properly before you try them on. See how they feel, walk around the shop with them on - take your time. Make sure you wear the socks you would wear for when you go hiking.

Be sure your boots are snug but not too tight. Make sure you can get two fingers in at the heel. When walking around make sure they don't pinch any area of your feet. Try several different varieties of boot and you will eventually find one that is ideal for you and give you many year of service.

Finally, ask about the guarantees on the different types of boot that you have tried on.

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When Is the Last Time You Ever Went Camping?

Posted on October 28, 2009 at 5:15 pm in

If you’ve never been camping in your life, you are missing out. Camping is one of the best ways you could get yourself involved in nature. Nature can be a mystifying experience and once you partake in the breathtaking beauty, you’ll want to return time and time again.

Bringing your family along can be great entertainment. You can sit around the campfire, cooking smores and roasting marshmallows. The whole while you can reminisce about the days that have already flew by. Camping is something your whole family is sure to love.

While you are camping, you just might want to go fishing by the waterside or go swimming at the nearest lake. You can go hiking, 4-wheeling, boating and a whole variety of other options are available as well.

Fond Memories Are Formed While Camping

Fond memories and strong bonds are formed while on camping expeditions. Lovers have become closer, the world appears fresh and new and the crispy morning sunlight that glistens off the dew on the grass, will leave you breathless.

Taking things a step further, you can also go camping in other states. You can decide if you want to go camping at a state park, which costs money due to electricity and running water or you can rough it in the wilderness, just you and your family and try living off the land.

It just depends what you are interested in, when it comes to camping. Having the right equipment, keeping a first aide kit handy and packing up some family games may be just what you need to sit back and truly relax.

Wake Up To A Breath Of Fresh Air

When you are camping, you don’t smell anything but fresh air. You don’t smell the smog that’s rising up in the distance and you certainly don’t smell a sewer plant running right next door. It’s fresh and clean and gives your lungs a relaxing break from the monotony of every day city air. Camping is an experience you want to get started on today and by tomorrow you could be relaxing on that great big tree trunk covered in moss.

When you are in nature, you can take the biggest breath of fresh air each and every morning you are on your vacation. This is very invigorating, and if you are lucky, you will also be able to get a good whiff of the wildflowers in the meadow down below.

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