TACTICAL SURVIVAL & camping - hiking TIPS
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The Tactical Survival Tips website is all about keeping our visitors informed about staying safe tactfully whether camping or hiking out in the wild or doing so in the city and if necessary being prepared for and able to survive in unexpected adverse conditions. If you are the avid outdoors type like we are then you will find a lot of useful camping and hiking tips, tricks, hacks, & cool gadgets you can use the next time you are in the wild. Thanks for stopping by!
So How Do You Prepare For A Hike?
*Hiking less than 4 miles? Just strap on some sturdy shoes, good hiking clothes, sunglasses if necessary, and set off with no other supplies or care in the world. Bring cell phone along to track your hike(if you wish to) with AllTrails type of app. And if I have to drive to the trailhead of course you will have your car keys as well.
*Hiking 4–8 miles? Same as above, but include a small backpack with a liter of water and maybe a healthy snack.
*Hiking 8+ miles? All of the above, but bring 2 liters of water. I rarely drink more than 1 liter if the hike is less than 10 miles, but it’s a good idea to have extra water on long hikes.
Unlike Backpacking trips, Day-Hiking doesn’t need to be complicated. I always see day-hikers on trails who are completely over-prepared and only walking a couple of miles. While that’s probably smart if you’re a beginner, or a city-kid who has never seen a forest, it’s absolutely unnecessary.
There are so many hikers who can’t even walk 1 mile up a small mountain without bringing along their trekking poles, huge water bladder, lunch, flashlight, first-aid, change of clothing, and a hunting knife. It’s comically unnecessary. They barely break a sweat and they’ve got everything but the kitchen sink attached to them.
The more supplies you bring with you, the more weighed down you are when you hike! Get yourself the AllTrails App and you won’t get lost in the woods. Always be aware of direction and landmarks if you don’t know the lay of the land. I mostly hike in places that I know, therefore I feel confident about not bringing much of any supplies.
*Hiking less than 4 miles? Just strap on some sturdy shoes, good hiking clothes, sunglasses if necessary, and set off with no other supplies or care in the world. Bring cell phone along to track your hike(if you wish to) with AllTrails type of app. And if I have to drive to the trailhead of course you will have your car keys as well.
*Hiking 4–8 miles? Same as above, but include a small backpack with a liter of water and maybe a healthy snack.
*Hiking 8+ miles? All of the above, but bring 2 liters of water. I rarely drink more than 1 liter if the hike is less than 10 miles, but it’s a good idea to have extra water on long hikes.
Unlike Backpacking trips, Day-Hiking doesn’t need to be complicated. I always see day-hikers on trails who are completely over-prepared and only walking a couple of miles. While that’s probably smart if you’re a beginner, or a city-kid who has never seen a forest, it’s absolutely unnecessary.
There are so many hikers who can’t even walk 1 mile up a small mountain without bringing along their trekking poles, huge water bladder, lunch, flashlight, first-aid, change of clothing, and a hunting knife. It’s comically unnecessary. They barely break a sweat and they’ve got everything but the kitchen sink attached to them.
The more supplies you bring with you, the more weighed down you are when you hike! Get yourself the AllTrails App and you won’t get lost in the woods. Always be aware of direction and landmarks if you don’t know the lay of the land. I mostly hike in places that I know, therefore I feel confident about not bringing much of any supplies.
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Spolight On Popular United States National Parks: GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK
With over two hundred miles of trails and a history going back over 10,000 years, Grand Teton has always been hailed as one of the top 3 National Parks in the United States. You can see elk rut and other wildlife in migration throughout the park and at the same time see the absolutely stunning fall colors of the golden aspens and red hawthorns .
With something for every outdoor lover/enthusiast, there are really fun options such as seeing old homesteads and cattle ranches to canoeing and biking. You can also hike trails that were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps that fur trappers and the Blckfoot, Flathead, Crow, Bannock, and Nez Perce Native American Tribes used extensively.
Grand Teton National Park is in our opinion "bucket list" worthy!
With something for every outdoor lover/enthusiast, there are really fun options such as seeing old homesteads and cattle ranches to canoeing and biking. You can also hike trails that were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps that fur trappers and the Blckfoot, Flathead, Crow, Bannock, and Nez Perce Native American Tribes used extensively.
Grand Teton National Park is in our opinion "bucket list" worthy!
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How Do You Find Places To Camp That Aren’t Loud And Overcrowded?
Let me suggest looking into the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) campgrounds. You can camp for free on BLM land unless it is a BLM campground which is very inexpensive and has a variety of campground terrain/landscapes/amenities ranging from cleared areas of flat ground to more developed areas with fire pits, bathrooms, etc. BLM campgrounds are rarely crowded, and are often in the middle of beautiful natural areas. Other excellent options are national and state forest land/campgrounds, state parks, and national parks. As a side note when camping in many state parks be sure to ask for a tent site unless you want to pay more for full hookups.
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Car & truck Camping!
Just What do you need?
First of all understand it does not have to be complicated. There is nothing like that feel good freedom feeling that you get when you go camping. Truck/carcamping gives you the means to go camping anywhere you want! This type of camping is very fun and had grown by leaps and bounds over the last decade in huge part to so many camping items and gadgets to choose from as well as technology playing a huge part. Before you hit the road make sure you consider the following if you are truck/car camping for more than a couple of days :
What Temperatures Will You Be Dealing With?
No matter where you go, you might encounter different temperatures than you were expecting. You will be camping in your vehicle, so think about how hot or cold your vehicle can get. Whether you are going into a colder environment or a warmer environment, make sure you bring some extras like a small heater or fan to either keep yourself cool or warm. Personally, I would bring something battery powered because these will be backups so that you won’t have to run your car all the time.
Do You Have The Basic Essentials For Truck/Car Camping?
These are some important steps for your safety and whomever you would bring with you. Having the basics can and will go a long way to helping you in case things don’t go your way. I will list some below.
What Temperatures Will You Be Dealing With?
No matter where you go, you might encounter different temperatures than you were expecting. You will be camping in your vehicle, so think about how hot or cold your vehicle can get. Whether you are going into a colder environment or a warmer environment, make sure you bring some extras like a small heater or fan to either keep yourself cool or warm. Personally, I would bring something battery powered because these will be backups so that you won’t have to run your car all the time.
Do You Have The Basic Essentials For Truck/Car Camping?
These are some important steps for your safety and whomever you would bring with you. Having the basics can and will go a long way to helping you in case things don’t go your way. I will list some below.
- First-Aid Kit - up-to-date first-aid manual, a splint, bandages, gauze, sterilizers like antiseptic wipes, tweezers, Benadryl or similar, gloves, safety pins, triangular bandages for body cuts and even a sling, scissors, list of emergency numbers, adhesive tape, etc.
- Emergency Car Kit - spare tire, tire inflator, tire patches, extra gas, jumper cables, electrical tape, backup fuses, basic tools like a wrench, pliers and a ratchet along with some sockets that are commonly used for your vehicle (10–19mm for example), a basic O.B.D 2, windshield scraper, etc.
- Camping Supplies - food, water, sleeping bag, blowup mattress, extra clothes, cooler, lantern or flashlight, tent, tools such as a knife and hatchet, cooking supplies, firestarters, rain gear, hiking boots, personal hygiene items like a toothbrush and toothpaste, medication if you take any, cold gear or lighter clothing depending on the temperatures, etc.
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Spotlight On United States National Parks - GLACIER NATIONAL PARK
Glacier National Park is over 1,000 square miles of wilderness and mountain ranges carved by prehistoric ice rivers located in Montana’s Rocky Mountains. Established as a national park in 1910, it features alpine meadows, deep forests, waterfalls, numerous glistening glaciers, and sparkling lakes. As the ‘Crown of the Continent’, Glacier National Park straddles the US – Canadian border and its waters feed streams that flow to the Pacific Ocean, the Gulf of Mexico, and to Hudson’s Bay.
Warm, wet Pacific air and cold dry Arctic air meet at the Continental Divide and battle it out in a clash of climates at Glacier National Park, making for varied and sometimes extreme weather conditions. Glacier is straight out of a photographer’s dream with the breathtaking vistas from Going-To-The-Sun Road, the fields of flowers at Logan Past that carpet foothills with different colours, and a multiplicity of tundra flower species, glacier-carved peaks, and valleys.
Glacier National Park is a biosphere reserve, a World Heritage Site, and one of the world’s first international peace parks, in addition to being a US National Park. It is the only site in all of America to bear these four significant designations. Relatively few miles of road exist in the park’s 1,600 square miles of picturesque landscape, thus preserving the unspoiled beauty of this national treasure.
There’s plenty to do at Glacier – take your pick of boating, backcountry camping, hiking, or simply basking in Glacier’s unparalleled beauty. Spending time in Glacier National Park is what dreams are made of.
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hiking in rio de janeiro, Brazil!
If you like taking mountain hikes in the woods and seeing mountain top bird’s eye views of, among other beautiful sights, 2 of the world’s most famous beaches (Copacabana & Ipanema beaches) then put Rio on your hiking bucket list. I live in walking distance of both Copa and Ipanema beaches and have had the awesome privilege of hiking the trails and seeing all the sites mentioned below.
MY FAVORITE HIKING OPTION IN RIO!:
DOIS IRMÃOS (THE TWO BROTHERS MOUNTAIN)
MY FAVORITE HIKING OPTION IN RIO!:
DOIS IRMÃOS (THE TWO BROTHERS MOUNTAIN)
This was the very first tourist attraction I saw when I arrived in Brazil. This and the Christ The Redeemer statue (the figure on the top of the mountain on the left of the above image) which are just a hop skip and a jump away from each other are my two fav tourist attractions in Rio’s South Zone (Zona Sul). The “two brothers” mount is a beautiful sight from the ground and even more so from the top. If you visit Ipanema Beach, you can see two small mountains off to the right kind of side by side and that’s Dois Irmãos. On the sea side of Two Brothers is Vidigal Favela which is not only one of the largest slums in Rio but a renowned tourist attraction also because of the seaside view.
Celebs frequent and even own very nice homes in Vidigal. For example Leonardo DiCaprio sold his beautiful Vidigal villa a few years back, Will Smith/Kanye West/Kim Kardashian were all together doing a tour two years ago in Vidigal, Madonna has a Vidigal getaway spot as well.
But getting back to the hiking. When you get to Vidigal, you can take a mototaxi or a van (you’ll find them in the main square) and go up to Alto Vidigal. The price is about 3.50 reais, but if they see that you’re a gringo, they’ll try to charge you 5 or 10 reais. You can always say that you’re a resident and then you should pay the right price.
There are several ways to start the hike – one from the soccer field and another from the highest part of the favela. The easiest way is to get to Alto Vidigal in a van or mototaxi and then ask the people around for the “trilha dos Dois Irmãos.” Everyone knows the way. Once you start the trail, it’s impossible to get lost.
OTHER AWESOME HIKING OPTIONS IN RIO:
MORRO DA URCA – SUGAR LOAF MOUNTAIN
Celebs frequent and even own very nice homes in Vidigal. For example Leonardo DiCaprio sold his beautiful Vidigal villa a few years back, Will Smith/Kanye West/Kim Kardashian were all together doing a tour two years ago in Vidigal, Madonna has a Vidigal getaway spot as well.
But getting back to the hiking. When you get to Vidigal, you can take a mototaxi or a van (you’ll find them in the main square) and go up to Alto Vidigal. The price is about 3.50 reais, but if they see that you’re a gringo, they’ll try to charge you 5 or 10 reais. You can always say that you’re a resident and then you should pay the right price.
There are several ways to start the hike – one from the soccer field and another from the highest part of the favela. The easiest way is to get to Alto Vidigal in a van or mototaxi and then ask the people around for the “trilha dos Dois Irmãos.” Everyone knows the way. Once you start the trail, it’s impossible to get lost.
OTHER AWESOME HIKING OPTIONS IN RIO:
MORRO DA URCA – SUGAR LOAF MOUNTAIN
CHRIST THE REDEEMER – CORCOVADO
PEDRA DA GAVEA
PEDRA DO TELÉGRAFO
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HOT CAMPING TRENDS FOR 2021!
All sorts of new really cool camping trends have jumped off over the last decade that we feel are noteworthy enough to share with you guys. Here are a few...
RV SALES SPIKED BIG TIME! - The COVID pandemic unexpectedly drove many people to purchase RV's who might not have otherwise so consequently the RV world is now filled with newbies. RV manufacturers are pleasently surprised by the spike in RV sales no doubt. One downside is that across the country campgrounds space was already tight even before the masses of new RV lovers began making reservations. However, the big rush from this summer could spur development/expansion at RV parks.
FLEXIBLE CAMPGROUND RATES(Dynamic Campground Pricing) - DCP is basically when parks have flexible rates instead of a set price. For example holidays and weekends would be more expensive than mid-week. As well as seasonal price variations being a factor. You might stay a week at a campground and pay a different rate each night. The tourism industry has always worked this way. It needs to make more money during certain times of year to make up for the times when they don’t. It makes sense that campgrounds follow suit and implement this technique as well.
RV RESORTS - Just in case you were not aware, there are all kinds of over the top RV resorts that are being developed and many of the current Class A resorts have pools, spas, waterslides, yoga, round-the-clock amenities, and so on.
Now granted you do have those $100+ per night rates but if it is in your budget then you’ll enjoy the onsite amenities especially if you compare it to the cost of staying in most hotels. Not to mention you still have so many campgrounds to choose from that aren’t charging $100 a night that you’ll more than likely find affordable options.
Deluxe Tent Camping Sites - Just like deluxe RV parks are springing up like jack rabbits, tent campers have been afforded similar deluxe sites as well. You’ll find hookups, nice tent pads, patios, and more. These sites are more expensive and appeal to a different crowd than the traditional tent-camping crowd.
These sites will no doubt appeal to the casual campers who don’t own all of the gear and aren’t craving a rustic experience. However they for sure will not appeal to tent campers who are looking to drink and party for the lowest possible price. And for many campground owners, that is exactly the point.
RV SALES SPIKED BIG TIME! - The COVID pandemic unexpectedly drove many people to purchase RV's who might not have otherwise so consequently the RV world is now filled with newbies. RV manufacturers are pleasently surprised by the spike in RV sales no doubt. One downside is that across the country campgrounds space was already tight even before the masses of new RV lovers began making reservations. However, the big rush from this summer could spur development/expansion at RV parks.
FLEXIBLE CAMPGROUND RATES(Dynamic Campground Pricing) - DCP is basically when parks have flexible rates instead of a set price. For example holidays and weekends would be more expensive than mid-week. As well as seasonal price variations being a factor. You might stay a week at a campground and pay a different rate each night. The tourism industry has always worked this way. It needs to make more money during certain times of year to make up for the times when they don’t. It makes sense that campgrounds follow suit and implement this technique as well.
RV RESORTS - Just in case you were not aware, there are all kinds of over the top RV resorts that are being developed and many of the current Class A resorts have pools, spas, waterslides, yoga, round-the-clock amenities, and so on.
Now granted you do have those $100+ per night rates but if it is in your budget then you’ll enjoy the onsite amenities especially if you compare it to the cost of staying in most hotels. Not to mention you still have so many campgrounds to choose from that aren’t charging $100 a night that you’ll more than likely find affordable options.
Deluxe Tent Camping Sites - Just like deluxe RV parks are springing up like jack rabbits, tent campers have been afforded similar deluxe sites as well. You’ll find hookups, nice tent pads, patios, and more. These sites are more expensive and appeal to a different crowd than the traditional tent-camping crowd.
These sites will no doubt appeal to the casual campers who don’t own all of the gear and aren’t craving a rustic experience. However they for sure will not appeal to tent campers who are looking to drink and party for the lowest possible price. And for many campground owners, that is exactly the point.
How Technology Has Changed The Face of Camping & Hiking
The basic premise of camping is of course "roughing it" in a pseudo pioneer fashion where you catch and cook your own food, start your own fire, basically survive via living off the land. To this day this is still the idea however today advances in technology and new innovative product ideas have made the life of today's outdoorsmen, women, and even children sooo much more comfy cozy home like as opposed to camping and hiking just 20 years ago.
For example internal frame backpacks, water bottles, fire starters, food packets, camelbacks, pop up tents with rooms, and even rafts that can double as a bed or be utilized a floating tent for fishing or to just kick back float and relax. also accelerated the production of camping clothes. Fancy tech gadgets are not the only thing modern technology has civen us but advances in engineering have yielded today's outdoor enthusiast ultra-breathable shirts and shoes with soles that perfectly align with our feets' issues or just for extra comfort while out in nature.
As long as we're mindful of what technology does for us it can be a tool in taking delight in doing simple "engineering tasks" as our ancestors did, like chopping wood, getting freshwater, or building fire.So, understanding the effect that technology has on modern camping and how cushy our modern camping experience really is, what's the next ultra-cool cushy tech coming to the industry?
The camping industry has seen a massive shift in sales from traditional equipment like pole tents and rope to modern equipment like backpacking tents, accessories, stoves, and coolers. In fact, all this new tech is causing a sales spike of about 4% annually projected over the next five years. The biggest trends in the camping technology industry right now are:
Camping has become an industry filled with modern technology and it's changing the way we interact with the world. At the end of the day if new technology gets a new wave of people experiencing the joys of nature around us, then we can be thankful for the constant strides in tech innovation.
For example internal frame backpacks, water bottles, fire starters, food packets, camelbacks, pop up tents with rooms, and even rafts that can double as a bed or be utilized a floating tent for fishing or to just kick back float and relax. also accelerated the production of camping clothes. Fancy tech gadgets are not the only thing modern technology has civen us but advances in engineering have yielded today's outdoor enthusiast ultra-breathable shirts and shoes with soles that perfectly align with our feets' issues or just for extra comfort while out in nature.
As long as we're mindful of what technology does for us it can be a tool in taking delight in doing simple "engineering tasks" as our ancestors did, like chopping wood, getting freshwater, or building fire.So, understanding the effect that technology has on modern camping and how cushy our modern camping experience really is, what's the next ultra-cool cushy tech coming to the industry?
The camping industry has seen a massive shift in sales from traditional equipment like pole tents and rope to modern equipment like backpacking tents, accessories, stoves, and coolers. In fact, all this new tech is causing a sales spike of about 4% annually projected over the next five years. The biggest trends in the camping technology industry right now are:
- Camping Equipment Design
- Eco-Friendly Equipment
- Camping Programs
Camping has become an industry filled with modern technology and it's changing the way we interact with the world. At the end of the day if new technology gets a new wave of people experiencing the joys of nature around us, then we can be thankful for the constant strides in tech innovation.
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THE FIRST TIME I WENT DESERT CAMPING IN DUBAI AT THE Al AVEER SAFARI CAMP!
I was like “Whoa!”. Talk about an unexpected unforgettable fun camping experience! Again I say “Whoa!” lol. Thinking about that trip as I am composing this answer is giving me goose bumps because it was a totally foreign camping experience that most Americans simply will never see unless they visit the Middle East/North Africa.
Just like my buds back home had to coax me numerous times to go on my very first camping trip with them in the woods back in the 90’s, my Arab friends had to do the same with me when I was living in the middle east lol. Here are photos of the campsite including the quite cozy tent my wife and I slept in.
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- Weather resistant phifertex sling material
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- Stainless steel brakes
Interesting Camping Trends & Statistics...
Camping's popularity has grown by enormous leaps and bounds and the perfect example of this is the whopping 72% increase in the number of campers who camp three or more times a year in the United States. The reasons why people camp are as diverse as nature itself but generally speaking it's a perfect opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of our everyday busy lives and simply decompress and connect with nature.
Other Interesting Stats and Trends
*77 million households in the U.S. contain someone who camps.
*Since 2014, 6 million households have taken up camping. 64% of them go out three or more times a year.
*In 2018, 4 million families camped for the first time. 51% of these campers were from non-white groups.
*In 2018, 8% of those who camped, stayed in the backcountry, whereas 65% chose to stay in campsites.
*1 million families in Canada like to camp.
*56% of campers are Millennials.
*Over the last couple of years, 40 million people took RV trips.
*28 million Americans camped in 2018.
*47% of campers spent between $51 and $200 on camping equipment in 2016.
*There was a 64% increase in the number of Americans going camping in 2018.
*Every year 1 million new families in the U.S. start camping.
*81% of campers say their main goal is to spend time with their family and friends.
*13 million families would like to camp more in 2017 compared to 2016.
*On average, trips are planned 25 days in advance.
*There have been 7 million new camper households in the U.S. since 2014.
*There has been a 72% increase in the percentage of campers who camp 3 or more times annually since 2014.
*66% of families say that the number of times they camp will increase in 2019.
*In 2018, families choosing to camp has grown by 4 million, reaching an all-time high of 78.8 million.
*There has been a 22% increase since 2014 in the number of families who camp at least once a year.
*5% of families stated that they camped for the first time in 2018.
*There has been a 17% increase in the percentage of families who camp with children over the past five years.
*66% of teens and 51% of children say that they are enthusiastic about camping.
*There has been a 46% increase in campers who intend to camp more often since 2014.
*84% of campers stated that they intend to camp more in 2019.
Camping's popularity has grown by enormous leaps and bounds and the perfect example of this is the whopping 72% increase in the number of campers who camp three or more times a year in the United States. The reasons why people camp are as diverse as nature itself but generally speaking it's a perfect opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of our everyday busy lives and simply decompress and connect with nature.
Other Interesting Stats and Trends
*77 million households in the U.S. contain someone who camps.
*Since 2014, 6 million households have taken up camping. 64% of them go out three or more times a year.
*In 2018, 4 million families camped for the first time. 51% of these campers were from non-white groups.
*In 2018, 8% of those who camped, stayed in the backcountry, whereas 65% chose to stay in campsites.
*1 million families in Canada like to camp.
*56% of campers are Millennials.
*Over the last couple of years, 40 million people took RV trips.
*28 million Americans camped in 2018.
*47% of campers spent between $51 and $200 on camping equipment in 2016.
*There was a 64% increase in the number of Americans going camping in 2018.
*Every year 1 million new families in the U.S. start camping.
*81% of campers say their main goal is to spend time with their family and friends.
*13 million families would like to camp more in 2017 compared to 2016.
*On average, trips are planned 25 days in advance.
*There have been 7 million new camper households in the U.S. since 2014.
*There has been a 72% increase in the percentage of campers who camp 3 or more times annually since 2014.
*66% of families say that the number of times they camp will increase in 2019.
*In 2018, families choosing to camp has grown by 4 million, reaching an all-time high of 78.8 million.
*There has been a 22% increase since 2014 in the number of families who camp at least once a year.
*5% of families stated that they camped for the first time in 2018.
*There has been a 17% increase in the percentage of families who camp with children over the past five years.
*66% of teens and 51% of children say that they are enthusiastic about camping.
*There has been a 46% increase in campers who intend to camp more often since 2014.
*84% of campers stated that they intend to camp more in 2019.
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ICE FISHING MADE TOO EASY!
The Panoptix ice fishing bundle will transform your ice fishing experience. It allows you to drill fewer holes to locate schools of fish swimming up to 100’ horizontally around you and below the ice in real time. It includes an ECHOMAP Plus 73cv combo with a keyed assist touchscreen and 3 types of sonar: narrow beam Garmin CHIRP traditional, Panoptix LiveVü Forward and LiveVü Down.
Sonar Below the IceDrill fewer holes, and locate schools of fish under the ice in real time — with LiveVü Forward and LiveVü Down modes. See your lure as it sinks, relative to structure in the water. Watch the movement of fish — and their reactions to your bait — up to 100’ horizontally around you, below the ice. Just mount Panoptix PS22-TR to the swivel pole mount, and choose your view.
CHIRP ClarityDesigned for ice fishing, Garmin CHIRP sonar provides clear bottom definition under the ice as well as crisp, clear and wide fish arches with excellent target separation. Instead of sending just 1 frequency, CHIRP sends a continuous sweep of frequencies, ranging from low to high, and then interprets them individually upon their returns.
Preloaded LakeVü HD MapsThese highly detailed freshwater maps include 17,000+ U.S. lakes, rivers and reservoirs — including more than 13,000 HD lakes with 1’ contours, shoreline to shoreline. LakeVü HD gives you excellent detail of underwater features, plus Shallow Water Shading allows you to designate a minimum depth to help you avoid shallow waters. It even shows interstates, highways, general roads and bridges, designated fishing areas, docks, boat ramps, marinas and campgrounds.
Sonar Below the IceDrill fewer holes, and locate schools of fish under the ice in real time — with LiveVü Forward and LiveVü Down modes. See your lure as it sinks, relative to structure in the water. Watch the movement of fish — and their reactions to your bait — up to 100’ horizontally around you, below the ice. Just mount Panoptix PS22-TR to the swivel pole mount, and choose your view.
CHIRP ClarityDesigned for ice fishing, Garmin CHIRP sonar provides clear bottom definition under the ice as well as crisp, clear and wide fish arches with excellent target separation. Instead of sending just 1 frequency, CHIRP sends a continuous sweep of frequencies, ranging from low to high, and then interprets them individually upon their returns.
Preloaded LakeVü HD MapsThese highly detailed freshwater maps include 17,000+ U.S. lakes, rivers and reservoirs — including more than 13,000 HD lakes with 1’ contours, shoreline to shoreline. LakeVü HD gives you excellent detail of underwater features, plus Shallow Water Shading allows you to designate a minimum depth to help you avoid shallow waters. It even shows interstates, highways, general roads and bridges, designated fishing areas, docks, boat ramps, marinas and campgrounds.
The Most Visited National Park in the United States 2019/2020
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The most visited and voted the most beautiful national park in the United States in 2019, the land was officially designated National Park in 1934 and has some of the oldest mountains in the world known to man. This park sits on nearly a quater of a million acres of land and is home to the densest black bear population and the most diverse salamander population outside of the tropics. It is one of the largest protected areas in the United States and is steeped in a rich culture and history, and it possesses immense natural beauty and a host of activities to participate in all year round.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The most visited and voted the most beautiful national park in the United States in 2019, the land was officially designated National Park in 1934 and has some of the oldest mountains in the world known to man. This park sits on nearly a quater of a million acres of land and is home to the densest black bear population and the most diverse salamander population outside of the tropics. It is one of the largest protected areas in the United States and is steeped in a rich culture and history, and it possesses immense natural beauty and a host of activities to participate in all year round.
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Leaf River IR-7SS Digital Infrared 7MP 2.4" Screen Hunting Cam Game Trail Camera
Capable of shooting MPEG-4 video or taking color pictures during daytime and infrared pictures at night, the Leaf River IR-7SS is a perfect 7.0 megapixel game camera for outdoor enthusiasts. Program your Leaf River IR-7SS to pause from 1 to 90 minutes between pictures, and if motion is detected, capture a quicker 2nd and 3rd picture before entering the pause time with its Quick Shot mode. Navigate the menu easily with the built-in 2.4? screen of this 7.0 mega-pixel camera. Delete or save the captured images, zoom in up to 4x and pan around the pictures for a closer look with this 7.0 mega-pixel camera. Your Leaf River IR-7SS game camera is equipped with a switch with two settings; set fast trigger setting for quicker pace and Battery Save mode for remote locations and leave it for months. Click Here
Capable of shooting MPEG-4 video or taking color pictures during daytime and infrared pictures at night, the Leaf River IR-7SS is a perfect 7.0 megapixel game camera for outdoor enthusiasts. Program your Leaf River IR-7SS to pause from 1 to 90 minutes between pictures, and if motion is detected, capture a quicker 2nd and 3rd picture before entering the pause time with its Quick Shot mode. Navigate the menu easily with the built-in 2.4? screen of this 7.0 mega-pixel camera. Delete or save the captured images, zoom in up to 4x and pan around the pictures for a closer look with this 7.0 mega-pixel camera. Your Leaf River IR-7SS game camera is equipped with a switch with two settings; set fast trigger setting for quicker pace and Battery Save mode for remote locations and leave it for months. Click Here
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If You Are Going Solo Hiking Please Read This Before You Venture Out...
Wether you are going out for a few hours or a few days there is a certain level of risk involved when hiking solo.
However you can make intelligent safe choices to lessen risks and potentioal dangers. Choose a hike that is within your capabilities. In other words not choosing routes with high avalanche dangers in spring, or with rivers that are impassable after heavy rain. Being appropriately equipped cuts down on the risk. That means good wet weather gear, cold weather gear, adequate food, a decent means for lighting a fire, carrying all the maps, etc. That way, if the weather closes in, you can bunker down rather than making risky decisions in adverse weather conditions.
Wether you are going out for a few hours or a few days there is a certain level of risk involved when hiking solo.
However you can make intelligent safe choices to lessen risks and potentioal dangers. Choose a hike that is within your capabilities. In other words not choosing routes with high avalanche dangers in spring, or with rivers that are impassable after heavy rain. Being appropriately equipped cuts down on the risk. That means good wet weather gear, cold weather gear, adequate food, a decent means for lighting a fire, carrying all the maps, etc. That way, if the weather closes in, you can bunker down rather than making risky decisions in adverse weather conditions.
Telling someone responsible where you are going is a sensible idea. If you don't get out when expected, at least tell someone where you will be. As an extra just to be sure precautionary step, having an emergency locator beacon (ELB), is a hella good idea when you are off on your own. What's good about ELB's is communication does not depend on cell phone coverage and instead uses satellites. It is set up so that if something bad happens you can alert the authorities and they send out a helicopter in under an hour to find you.
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One Of The Best Hiking Treks In The World: Mt. Fitz Roy Trek
Location: Patagonia, Argentina
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
Time: 4 – 7 days
Best time to go: November to April
This is the most beautiful hiking trail in southern Patagonia apart from Torres del Paine. One of Patagonia’s best-known landmarks, this rugged trek offers some of the most dramatic views in the world. Flora and fauna fill the park while striking rock formations create an amazing landscape. Hikers who visit Torres del Paine in Chile are strongly urged to hike nearby Fitz Roy on the same trip. The starting point is the popular tourist town El Calafate and from there you can bus to the trailhead at El Chaltén which happens to be Argentina’s Trekking Mecca.
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
Time: 4 – 7 days
Best time to go: November to April
This is the most beautiful hiking trail in southern Patagonia apart from Torres del Paine. One of Patagonia’s best-known landmarks, this rugged trek offers some of the most dramatic views in the world. Flora and fauna fill the park while striking rock formations create an amazing landscape. Hikers who visit Torres del Paine in Chile are strongly urged to hike nearby Fitz Roy on the same trip. The starting point is the popular tourist town El Calafate and from there you can bus to the trailhead at El Chaltén which happens to be Argentina’s Trekking Mecca.
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Hiking Makes You Happier & Healthier Here's How!
Hikers Are Creative
Forget about caffeine and other pharmaceutical stimulants. If you are looking for a brainpower boost look further than your nearest trail. Research shows that spending time outdoors increases attention spans and creative problem-solving skills by as much as 50 percent. The authors of the study also point out that the results may have as much to do with unplugging from technology as they do spending time outside. This is a way of showing that interacting with nature has real, measurable benefits to creative problem-solving.
Hikers Are In Shape
Hitting the trail works out your body as much as it does your brain. Just one hour of trekking can burn well over 500 calories, depending on the level of incline and the weight of the pack you're carrying. Hiking is a great way to get a serious workout without putting too much pressure on your joints. Trails are often softer on joints than asphalt or concrete thus you will for the most part feel less stiff and creaky after a hike than a jog down a sidewalk. If you are hiking up an incline then fat loss will be even more so. Hiking has been proven to decrease cholesterol and blood pressure from 4 to 10 points thus reducing the risks of heart attacks.
Hiking Heals...Literally
Some research suggests that the physical benefits of hiking extend far beyond cardiovascular health, and may even go as far as to help cancer patients recover. A recent study published by the International Journal of Sports Medicine researchers measured oxidative stress (thought to play a role in the onset, progression and recurrence of cancer) rates of women with breast cancer and men with prostate cancer before and after hiking. The study found that long distance hiking trips may improve the antioxidative capacity, which helps fight off disease, in the blood of oncological patients. Another study showed that breast cancer survivors who exercised regularly -- many in the form of hiking -- believed that physical activity complemented their recovery from cancer treatment.
Hiker's Are Happier!
Research shows that using hiking as an additional therapy can help people with severe depression feel less hopeless, depressed, and suicidal. It may even inspire those suffering from it to lead a more active lifestyle. Even if you don't suffer from depression hiking still offers enormous mental benefits. Simply being out in nature away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives AND technology, allows people to connect with themselves and nature in a way that brings about peace and a sense of well-being.
Forget about caffeine and other pharmaceutical stimulants. If you are looking for a brainpower boost look further than your nearest trail. Research shows that spending time outdoors increases attention spans and creative problem-solving skills by as much as 50 percent. The authors of the study also point out that the results may have as much to do with unplugging from technology as they do spending time outside. This is a way of showing that interacting with nature has real, measurable benefits to creative problem-solving.
Hikers Are In Shape
Hitting the trail works out your body as much as it does your brain. Just one hour of trekking can burn well over 500 calories, depending on the level of incline and the weight of the pack you're carrying. Hiking is a great way to get a serious workout without putting too much pressure on your joints. Trails are often softer on joints than asphalt or concrete thus you will for the most part feel less stiff and creaky after a hike than a jog down a sidewalk. If you are hiking up an incline then fat loss will be even more so. Hiking has been proven to decrease cholesterol and blood pressure from 4 to 10 points thus reducing the risks of heart attacks.
Hiking Heals...Literally
Some research suggests that the physical benefits of hiking extend far beyond cardiovascular health, and may even go as far as to help cancer patients recover. A recent study published by the International Journal of Sports Medicine researchers measured oxidative stress (thought to play a role in the onset, progression and recurrence of cancer) rates of women with breast cancer and men with prostate cancer before and after hiking. The study found that long distance hiking trips may improve the antioxidative capacity, which helps fight off disease, in the blood of oncological patients. Another study showed that breast cancer survivors who exercised regularly -- many in the form of hiking -- believed that physical activity complemented their recovery from cancer treatment.
Hiker's Are Happier!
Research shows that using hiking as an additional therapy can help people with severe depression feel less hopeless, depressed, and suicidal. It may even inspire those suffering from it to lead a more active lifestyle. Even if you don't suffer from depression hiking still offers enormous mental benefits. Simply being out in nature away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives AND technology, allows people to connect with themselves and nature in a way that brings about peace and a sense of well-being.
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WILDERNESS FACTS & FICTION
Fiction: Dead poison ivy isn't harmful.
Facts: As the out in the wild saying goes "Leaves of three, let it be" and this is indeed true. In the winter poison ivy goes dormant for the season and the leaves drop off however those leaves can still be harmful.
The oil in the poison ivy plant, Urushiol, is what causes the allergic reactions upon contact with the skin. Urushiol stays active for quite some time even after the plant dies not to mention this oil is not only on the leaves but the stems and roots as well.
Poison ivy can be identified even without the leaves because the vines/stems are hairy so do be mindful of that.
Fiction: Garlic repels mosquitoes.
Facts: For the most part the female mosquitos are the ones that bite and the science community conducted studies on this garlic issue and the findings showed the strong odor of garlic does not repel mosquitos as many people think.
Fiction: Venomous snakes have triangular heads.
Facts: The vast majority of snakes aren’t even venomous however identifying the ones that are can at times be a challenge. The look/appearance of a snake are not necessarily the best way to determine if it is venomous.
The truth is the heads of venomous snakes comes in different shapes from round to triangular and some can make their heads appear more triangular when threatened as a method of defense because they are trying to make their predator think they are venomous when they actually are not.
So please DO NOT use this incorrect indentification method and in fact just steer as clear as possible should you happen to come across any snake at all.
Fiction: You can start a fire by banging rocks together
Facts: Don't think that it is easy to start a fire without matches like you see in the movies because it really isn't. In order to start a fire with rocks you must have the correct type of rocks to do so. The best bet for this is using quartz or flint type of rocks. You would then need to cut a groove in the stone you are holding still in order to preserve the spark long enough to be transported to your pile of tinder.
So unless you are one of those bushcraft master types, you are better off bringing matches/lighter with you every time you are out in the wild.
Fiction: Bears are only active early morning and in the evening.
Facts: Bears can be active at any time during the day and even at night but are most active at twilight hours during their primary eating hours. They are for the most part still awake most of the day and it’s not uncommon for campers/hikers to come across bears even in the early afternoon.
Should you come across a bear stay calm, avoid eye contact, and slowly back away. DON'T RUN because this may entice the bear to come closer or even attack.
Fiction: You Can Drink Water Directly From A Running Stream
Facts: Just because a stream has crystal clear running water does not mean it is safe to drink it without filtering first. Animal feces or even a dead animal further up stream out of your sight will more than likely result in parasites getting into the running surging water.
If you have the time use any number of filtering methods (and there are quite a few by the way) but if you are lost and dehydrated then take your chances
and get hydrated asap and be sure to directly get medical attention the moment you get back to familiar surroundings.
Fiction: Black & Blue Berries Are Safe To Eat
Facts: NOT! Granted black and blue berries aren't as numerous as far as poison/toxic levels as opposed to white, yellow, and red berries in which 50+ percent of all 3 types are indeed toxic. The best way to be for sure for sure is to only eat berries you are 100% familiar with as edible.
Facts: As the out in the wild saying goes "Leaves of three, let it be" and this is indeed true. In the winter poison ivy goes dormant for the season and the leaves drop off however those leaves can still be harmful.
The oil in the poison ivy plant, Urushiol, is what causes the allergic reactions upon contact with the skin. Urushiol stays active for quite some time even after the plant dies not to mention this oil is not only on the leaves but the stems and roots as well.
Poison ivy can be identified even without the leaves because the vines/stems are hairy so do be mindful of that.
Fiction: Garlic repels mosquitoes.
Facts: For the most part the female mosquitos are the ones that bite and the science community conducted studies on this garlic issue and the findings showed the strong odor of garlic does not repel mosquitos as many people think.
Fiction: Venomous snakes have triangular heads.
Facts: The vast majority of snakes aren’t even venomous however identifying the ones that are can at times be a challenge. The look/appearance of a snake are not necessarily the best way to determine if it is venomous.
The truth is the heads of venomous snakes comes in different shapes from round to triangular and some can make their heads appear more triangular when threatened as a method of defense because they are trying to make their predator think they are venomous when they actually are not.
So please DO NOT use this incorrect indentification method and in fact just steer as clear as possible should you happen to come across any snake at all.
Fiction: You can start a fire by banging rocks together
Facts: Don't think that it is easy to start a fire without matches like you see in the movies because it really isn't. In order to start a fire with rocks you must have the correct type of rocks to do so. The best bet for this is using quartz or flint type of rocks. You would then need to cut a groove in the stone you are holding still in order to preserve the spark long enough to be transported to your pile of tinder.
So unless you are one of those bushcraft master types, you are better off bringing matches/lighter with you every time you are out in the wild.
Fiction: Bears are only active early morning and in the evening.
Facts: Bears can be active at any time during the day and even at night but are most active at twilight hours during their primary eating hours. They are for the most part still awake most of the day and it’s not uncommon for campers/hikers to come across bears even in the early afternoon.
Should you come across a bear stay calm, avoid eye contact, and slowly back away. DON'T RUN because this may entice the bear to come closer or even attack.
Fiction: You Can Drink Water Directly From A Running Stream
Facts: Just because a stream has crystal clear running water does not mean it is safe to drink it without filtering first. Animal feces or even a dead animal further up stream out of your sight will more than likely result in parasites getting into the running surging water.
If you have the time use any number of filtering methods (and there are quite a few by the way) but if you are lost and dehydrated then take your chances
and get hydrated asap and be sure to directly get medical attention the moment you get back to familiar surroundings.
Fiction: Black & Blue Berries Are Safe To Eat
Facts: NOT! Granted black and blue berries aren't as numerous as far as poison/toxic levels as opposed to white, yellow, and red berries in which 50+ percent of all 3 types are indeed toxic. The best way to be for sure for sure is to only eat berries you are 100% familiar with as edible.
must have essential camping gear
-Tent and all of its parts- poles, rain fly, tie-downs
-Ground tarp
-Tent stakes
-Standard claw hammer: Used to hammer stakes into the ground, and
to remove them
-Multi purpose tool/Gerber/Leatherman
-Small shovel to manage your campfire
-Leather work gloves
-Water bucket for campfire
-Sleeping bag/Sleeping pad/Pillow
-Lantern/Flashlight/Extra Batteries
-Insect repellent
-Canteen/reusable water bottle
-GPS/Road & trail maps
-Rope/clothesline for guy wires for tents, clothes lines, or to tie down tarps
-Duct tape just in case needed to quick fix something
These in my opinion are the bare bones must have can't do without items every campsite needs. This is in addition to the other can't do without essentials like warm clothing & blankets, ample food, and plenty of drinking water or easy quick access to it from your site.
-Ground tarp
-Tent stakes
-Standard claw hammer: Used to hammer stakes into the ground, and
to remove them
-Multi purpose tool/Gerber/Leatherman
-Small shovel to manage your campfire
-Leather work gloves
-Water bucket for campfire
-Sleeping bag/Sleeping pad/Pillow
-Lantern/Flashlight/Extra Batteries
-Insect repellent
-Canteen/reusable water bottle
-GPS/Road & trail maps
-Rope/clothesline for guy wires for tents, clothes lines, or to tie down tarps
-Duct tape just in case needed to quick fix something
These in my opinion are the bare bones must have can't do without items every campsite needs. This is in addition to the other can't do without essentials like warm clothing & blankets, ample food, and plenty of drinking water or easy quick access to it from your site.
Really cool camping hacks!
*Folding Solar Lanterns - no need for electricity
to keep your campsite well-lit!
*Crayon/Wax Fire Starters - If you have old or broken crayons lying
around make use of them on your next camping trip
*Trick Candles - Pack trick candles for windy camping trips so that
if the wind blows them out they will relight themselves
*Self-Cleaning Washcloth
*A Super Dry Towel - these little towels are space efficient and
fast drying not to mention they are small and do not take up as
much packing space as bulky rolled paper towels do
*Collapsible Bucket - Buckets are a necessity but are not always
car packing space friendly
*A shower caddy will hold everything you need for a trip to the
bathroom in one handy place
*Pencil Sharpener Fire Starter - Use a shavings to create the
perfect kindling
*Cooking Grate - This one item alone will allow you to heat water
or cook over a campfire
*A mason jar dispenser is good to have because it will down-size
any liquid and save so much space
*Yoga Mat Sleeping Pad - Instead of purchasing an expensive
sleeping mat try a yoga mat. It’s really cheap if you already have
one lol!
*Mason Jar Tiki Torches - DIY torches that you can even fill with
oils that will repel insects
*Cooler - to keep foods at their proper temperature to prevent
spoilage and sickness
*Match Mason Jars - Keep matches together and essentially water-
proof so your fire is ready right away
*Milk Jug Ice - Instead of buying ice use milk jugs filled with
water!
*Eggs in a bottle so you will not have to worry about btraking eggs
en route to your campsite
*Straws to pack spices or medication and then seal the ends with
heat
*Unbreakable cups - Cups that don’t crack or break when they’re
dropped and yes they WILL get dropped lol
*Spork - Cut down on the utensils you need to bring, this is an all
in one tool
*Compass/GPS/Road & Trail Maps
*Roll together all the clothes you are packing to save space
*Mini medicine cabinet (If needed)
*Toilet paper
*Paper plates
*Picnic blanket
*Storage cart
*First Aid Kit
*Trash Bags
*Knife
*Multipurpose Tool (Gerber, Leatherman, etc.)
*Folding table and chairs
*Tongs
*Campfire Sage - Sage is a natural insect repellent
*Frying pan with lid
*Cooking oil
*Breakfast Burritos - Make ahead of time burritos that just need to
be warmed by the fire
*Cereal in a bag
*Bread in a Can
*Individual Coffee Bags
*Oatmeal Energy Clusters
*Onion Bombs - Meatloaf inside an onion wrapped in foil and baked
over the fire. Easy and full of flavor.
*Pizza Pockets
*Steak and Eggs Pack
*Deck of playing cards which can provide hours of fun
to keep your campsite well-lit!
*Crayon/Wax Fire Starters - If you have old or broken crayons lying
around make use of them on your next camping trip
*Trick Candles - Pack trick candles for windy camping trips so that
if the wind blows them out they will relight themselves
*Self-Cleaning Washcloth
*A Super Dry Towel - these little towels are space efficient and
fast drying not to mention they are small and do not take up as
much packing space as bulky rolled paper towels do
*Collapsible Bucket - Buckets are a necessity but are not always
car packing space friendly
*A shower caddy will hold everything you need for a trip to the
bathroom in one handy place
*Pencil Sharpener Fire Starter - Use a shavings to create the
perfect kindling
*Cooking Grate - This one item alone will allow you to heat water
or cook over a campfire
*A mason jar dispenser is good to have because it will down-size
any liquid and save so much space
*Yoga Mat Sleeping Pad - Instead of purchasing an expensive
sleeping mat try a yoga mat. It’s really cheap if you already have
one lol!
*Mason Jar Tiki Torches - DIY torches that you can even fill with
oils that will repel insects
*Cooler - to keep foods at their proper temperature to prevent
spoilage and sickness
*Match Mason Jars - Keep matches together and essentially water-
proof so your fire is ready right away
*Milk Jug Ice - Instead of buying ice use milk jugs filled with
water!
*Eggs in a bottle so you will not have to worry about btraking eggs
en route to your campsite
*Straws to pack spices or medication and then seal the ends with
heat
*Unbreakable cups - Cups that don’t crack or break when they’re
dropped and yes they WILL get dropped lol
*Spork - Cut down on the utensils you need to bring, this is an all
in one tool
*Compass/GPS/Road & Trail Maps
*Roll together all the clothes you are packing to save space
*Mini medicine cabinet (If needed)
*Toilet paper
*Paper plates
*Picnic blanket
*Storage cart
*First Aid Kit
*Trash Bags
*Knife
*Multipurpose Tool (Gerber, Leatherman, etc.)
*Folding table and chairs
*Tongs
*Campfire Sage - Sage is a natural insect repellent
*Frying pan with lid
*Cooking oil
*Breakfast Burritos - Make ahead of time burritos that just need to
be warmed by the fire
*Cereal in a bag
*Bread in a Can
*Individual Coffee Bags
*Oatmeal Energy Clusters
*Onion Bombs - Meatloaf inside an onion wrapped in foil and baked
over the fire. Easy and full of flavor.
*Pizza Pockets
*Steak and Eggs Pack
*Deck of playing cards which can provide hours of fun
feathersticking for tinder
When feathersticking for tinder, it’s important to keep in mind what area of the knife blade you use. The further up towards the tip of the blade, the more fine the tinder. The further back towards the handle, the more coarse the tinder. Creating a mix of fine, medium, and coarse tinder is essential when starting a fire through naturally found means. We always suggest packing some dry tinder with you as you never know when you may have difficulty finding dry tinder.
rv & camper storage hacks
This is such an excellent topic for RV enthusiasts and boy oh boy I have seen how these space management hacks make a huge difference lol!
*Maximize your closet space by using kitchen stacking shelves and for extra clothing storage space, add a hanging closet organizer or lightweight plastic drawers. Also to keep smaller items like socks and underwear organized and accessible, try fastening wire baskets to the inside of the closet door.
*Maximize your closet space by using kitchen stacking shelves and for extra clothing storage space, add a hanging closet organizer or lightweight plastic drawers. Also to keep smaller items like socks and underwear organized and accessible, try fastening wire baskets to the inside of the closet door.
*Keep cookware neat and tidy by adding self-adhesive hooks to the back of your cabinet doors to neatly hang measuring spoons and cups, spatulas, and serving spoons.
*You can add more space in your kitchen instantly to create extra food prep and counter space by covering the stove top with a large cutting board.
*Hang towels on toilet paper holders. The plastic toilet paper holder can also serve as a hand towel holder in RV bathrooms. Just be sure to buy some double-sided tape or adhesive to mount them to your wall.
*Make a coffee can toilet paper holder. Now this is a creative way to store all your extra toilet paper. You can cut the bottoms off plastic or metal coffee cans and stack them on top of each other for a convenient and thrifty bathroom accessory.
*Instead of keeping a box of garbage bags in the cabinet try using a mounted paper towel holder to store trash bags as this a great way to declutter and makes for easy out of the way access when cleaning up.
*Hang anything and everything with self-adhesive hooks. Truth be told you can solve almost any storage problem with command hooks. Use these handy items to hang everything from towels to jackets and utensils. They’re also a great alternative for hanging picture frames and curtains.
*You can add more space in your kitchen instantly to create extra food prep and counter space by covering the stove top with a large cutting board.
*Hang towels on toilet paper holders. The plastic toilet paper holder can also serve as a hand towel holder in RV bathrooms. Just be sure to buy some double-sided tape or adhesive to mount them to your wall.
*Make a coffee can toilet paper holder. Now this is a creative way to store all your extra toilet paper. You can cut the bottoms off plastic or metal coffee cans and stack them on top of each other for a convenient and thrifty bathroom accessory.
*Instead of keeping a box of garbage bags in the cabinet try using a mounted paper towel holder to store trash bags as this a great way to declutter and makes for easy out of the way access when cleaning up.
*Hang anything and everything with self-adhesive hooks. Truth be told you can solve almost any storage problem with command hooks. Use these handy items to hang everything from towels to jackets and utensils. They’re also a great alternative for hanging picture frames and curtains.
*Pack some clothespins as they can be used in sooo many different ways such as laundry, to secure trash bags, or as chip bag clips.
*Clothesline can come in handy as well. You can use it to hang wet towels and swimsuits, or to keep cabinets closed when in transit.
*Store odds and ends with hanging baskets. Random items that can and will gather on the floor or counter can quickly turn your RV into a cramped and cluttered space. Avoid unnecessary mess by mounting a hanging basket from a hook to store odds and ends.
*Bring bungee cords and tension rods to keep miscellaneous items in place. Bungee cords are extremely handy for RVing because you can use them to secure cabinets and loose items in the bathroom or kitchen during travel days. Tension rods are also fantastic for keeping things like canned goods in place.
*Use a mattress caddy as a nightstand if you don’t have enough space for a bedside table in your RV. Buy a mattress caddy to store important nighttime items like books, glasses, and reading lights.
*Clothesline can come in handy as well. You can use it to hang wet towels and swimsuits, or to keep cabinets closed when in transit.
*Store odds and ends with hanging baskets. Random items that can and will gather on the floor or counter can quickly turn your RV into a cramped and cluttered space. Avoid unnecessary mess by mounting a hanging basket from a hook to store odds and ends.
*Bring bungee cords and tension rods to keep miscellaneous items in place. Bungee cords are extremely handy for RVing because you can use them to secure cabinets and loose items in the bathroom or kitchen during travel days. Tension rods are also fantastic for keeping things like canned goods in place.
*Use a mattress caddy as a nightstand if you don’t have enough space for a bedside table in your RV. Buy a mattress caddy to store important nighttime items like books, glasses, and reading lights.
*Organize cupboards with a magazine file which can be used to store items like paper plates and napkins. Don’t forget to add Velcro to the bottom to hold everything in place while you’re moving!
so you say you want to live "off the Grid"? before you do make sure you have these two most important things!
#1 The Right Frame Of Mind & # 2 The Will/Determination To Adapt To A New Way Of Living.
Many people say and talk about living off the grid as the idea lends itself to one of being free from the confines and drudgery of modern life. It is for sure an attractive possibility and the freedom that lifestyle provides has enticed many to take the plunge. The self sufficient lifestyle living off the grid provides is the perfect example of independence. However with that independence comes tremendous responsibility not just for your personal lifestyle choice but that of your family and any others depending on you. Do bear in mind the initial transition expenses could be quite high and will no doubt take lots of hard work on your part to keep it going. But if you are seriously #1 & #2 ready, willing, and able the rewards are great. All the best to the brave ones who make this life changing transition!
The Power’s Out, It’s Freezing Outside, So How Do You Stay Warm Inside?
First of all forget about trying to heat the entire house but rather concentrate your heating efforts to one room. Why? Unless you are immediately prepared to pay expensive costs to restore power like buying a generator and the gas it needs, it just makes more sense to and is so much easier to again concentrate your heating efforts to just one room.
So how exactly do you do this?
So how exactly do you do this?
1. EVERYONE CAMP OUT IN THE SMALLEST ROOM IN THE HOUSE BECAUSE IT WILL BE EASIER TO KEEP WARM
With everyone in the smallest room with the door closed having gathered as many blankets, jackets, coats, and everything else you have to keep everyone as warm as possible, will give you lot easier of a time trying to stay warm by comparison to trying to heat multiple rooms.
As far as sleeping arrangements go it is best to share a bed as opposed to sleeping separate. You don't have to if you don't want to however by sharing a bed none of your individual body heat production is going to waste thus further contributing to keeping the room warm.
2. IF YOU HAVE ONE STAY IN A TENT & LINE IT WITH BLANKETS
It's no secret that being in a tent in cold weather outdoors is key for staying warm. Once your tent is assembled then set up camp inside. Spend as much time as possible there when you are awake. If you have a tent that can fit the household and have a bit of wiggle room to spare even better. Lining the tent with blankets, especially thermal blankets, is a HUGE factor in keeping warm
3. STAY IN A SLEEPING BAG OR WRAPPED IN BLANKETS
Spend as much time as possible in one or the other. If you are lucky enough to have one of those sub zero sleeping bags all the better. A nice cherry on top would be, if you have it, thermal survival blankets that are in the shape of sleeping bags. You can put your sleeping bags or blankets inside the survival blankets thus providing even more warmth.
4. IF YOU HAVE A FIREPLACE HAVE EVERYBODY STAY THERE
If you have the good fortune of a fireplace then more than likely you will not need the tent however keep the fireplace going constantly. Be sure your fireplace is properly ventilated, that there’s nothing flammable near it, and if you’re going to bed, extinguish it or be sure to have shifts where at least one or two people are up to watch it.
Spend as much time as possible in one or the other. If you are lucky enough to have one of those sub zero sleeping bags all the better. A nice cherry on top would be, if you have it, thermal survival blankets that are in the shape of sleeping bags. You can put your sleeping bags or blankets inside the survival blankets thus providing even more warmth.
4. IF YOU HAVE A FIREPLACE HAVE EVERYBODY STAY THERE
If you have the good fortune of a fireplace then more than likely you will not need the tent however keep the fireplace going constantly. Be sure your fireplace is properly ventilated, that there’s nothing flammable near it, and if you’re going to bed, extinguish it or be sure to have shifts where at least one or two people are up to watch it.
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clean a wound with no first aid kit/supplies
1. Wash your hands if possible - doing this will eliminate and at the least minimize bacteria from your hands further infecting the wound. Using a hand sanitizer or unused disposable rubber gloves are a good idea as well.
2. Apply constant pressure to the wound for a minimum of 10 minutes. Find the cleanest cloth possible when applying pressure if you do not have sterile cloths handy. If after 10 minutes the bleeding hasn't stopped simply continue applying constant pressure until the wound can be treated properly.
3. When the bleeding stops look at the wound and assess the damage as much as you can. This information will be useful to pass on once the individual gets to proper medical staff.
4. Clean and cover the wound. If the wound does not look seriously infected clean and cover it as best you can.
2. Apply constant pressure to the wound for a minimum of 10 minutes. Find the cleanest cloth possible when applying pressure if you do not have sterile cloths handy. If after 10 minutes the bleeding hasn't stopped simply continue applying constant pressure until the wound can be treated properly.
3. When the bleeding stops look at the wound and assess the damage as much as you can. This information will be useful to pass on once the individual gets to proper medical staff.
4. Clean and cover the wound. If the wound does not look seriously infected clean and cover it as best you can.
What To DO IF YOU GET Stranded in the Wilderness
1. As Best You Can Keep Your Composure & Stay Calm - Take into
account any and all potential options there may be, even if only
the slightest, solutions for your situation. If you decide the
best course of action is to attempt to go on foot and look for
help, do so immediately rather than waiting. Even more so if you
are close to sunset and do so while your endurance levels and
strength are still working for you.
2. Build A Makeshift Shelter - You must decide how to best shelter
yourself against the elements. The type of environment you are
stranded in will determine what type of shelter you build that is
if you do not already have a tent with you when you became
stranded. Assuming you don’t have a tent you will need to build
what you can with what is readily available to you like branches
and shrubbery.
If stranded in a hot environment find as much shade as possible,
stay out of the sun, and try to avoid sweating. If stranded
somewhere damp and wet use branches or similar items to build a
dry foundation to make sleeping area. If stranded in a
mountainous or rocky area look for natural shelters like low
overhang mountain formations.
Make your shelter as small as possible because they will better be
insulate you from the elements. Look for ways to make whatever
shelter you choose as stable as possible as well.
account any and all potential options there may be, even if only
the slightest, solutions for your situation. If you decide the
best course of action is to attempt to go on foot and look for
help, do so immediately rather than waiting. Even more so if you
are close to sunset and do so while your endurance levels and
strength are still working for you.
2. Build A Makeshift Shelter - You must decide how to best shelter
yourself against the elements. The type of environment you are
stranded in will determine what type of shelter you build that is
if you do not already have a tent with you when you became
stranded. Assuming you don’t have a tent you will need to build
what you can with what is readily available to you like branches
and shrubbery.
If stranded in a hot environment find as much shade as possible,
stay out of the sun, and try to avoid sweating. If stranded
somewhere damp and wet use branches or similar items to build a
dry foundation to make sleeping area. If stranded in a
mountainous or rocky area look for natural shelters like low
overhang mountain formations.
Make your shelter as small as possible because they will better be
insulate you from the elements. Look for ways to make whatever
shelter you choose as stable as possible as well.
3. Stay Warm - If possible make a fire be it with a cigarette
lighter, matches, etc. Fires don’t just keep you warm they also
provide protection from insects/predators, and are useful for
cooking and boiling water. If you have extra clothing and
blankets on hand utilize these as well when needed.
4. Utilize Available Water Resources - One of the first things
you want to do when you are stranded is making sure you have
enough water. This is paramount because you won’t be able to last
more than three days without water, period. If you’re by chance
near a source of fresh water use it but first strain water through
a clean cloth like a t-shirt to remove dirt and sediment and then
treat the water (boil on your campfire) before drinking.
5. Eat & Stay Nourished - On the heels of staying hydrated your
next priority is food. Familiarize yourself with edible berries,
roots, and other plants that tend to grow in the wilderness.
Make sure you’re also utilizing every possible source of
nourishment at your disposal including fruit, eggs, leaves, and
insects. If you know how build traps to catch small animals,
birds, fish if you can. Feeding your body as much protein as is
crucial to keeping your strength up.
6. Pay Attention To Your Surroundings - Make it a point to keep
track of landmarks like mountains, rivers, or paths. Following
them can eventually lead you safely back to roads and/or
civilization. At the end of the day, you can survive if you find
yourself stranded in the wilderness. It’s all about preparedness,
as well as the ability to remain calm, cool, and collected.
lighter, matches, etc. Fires don’t just keep you warm they also
provide protection from insects/predators, and are useful for
cooking and boiling water. If you have extra clothing and
blankets on hand utilize these as well when needed.
4. Utilize Available Water Resources - One of the first things
you want to do when you are stranded is making sure you have
enough water. This is paramount because you won’t be able to last
more than three days without water, period. If you’re by chance
near a source of fresh water use it but first strain water through
a clean cloth like a t-shirt to remove dirt and sediment and then
treat the water (boil on your campfire) before drinking.
5. Eat & Stay Nourished - On the heels of staying hydrated your
next priority is food. Familiarize yourself with edible berries,
roots, and other plants that tend to grow in the wilderness.
Make sure you’re also utilizing every possible source of
nourishment at your disposal including fruit, eggs, leaves, and
insects. If you know how build traps to catch small animals,
birds, fish if you can. Feeding your body as much protein as is
crucial to keeping your strength up.
6. Pay Attention To Your Surroundings - Make it a point to keep
track of landmarks like mountains, rivers, or paths. Following
them can eventually lead you safely back to roads and/or
civilization. At the end of the day, you can survive if you find
yourself stranded in the wilderness. It’s all about preparedness,
as well as the ability to remain calm, cool, and collected.
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HERE IS A BREAKDOWN OF THE KIT:
> Helikon-Tex E&E Pouch
> Surplus French Military mess kit
> Work Sharp Field Sharpener
> CRKT Eat'n Tool XL
> Ferro Rod
> Waterproof Arc Lighter
> Fresnel Magnifying Lens
> Pocket Fire Bellow
> Waterproof Matches
> Altoids Tin for tinder
> Cardboard
> Credit Card multitool
> Helikon-Tex E&E Pouch
> Surplus French Military mess kit
> Work Sharp Field Sharpener
> CRKT Eat'n Tool XL
> Ferro Rod
> Waterproof Arc Lighter
> Fresnel Magnifying Lens
> Pocket Fire Bellow
> Waterproof Matches
> Altoids Tin for tinder
> Cardboard
> Credit Card multitool
Wilderness Survival Misconceptions & Myths
MYTHS ABOUT COLD WEATHER
1. Rub Frostbitten Skin
DON'T EVER EVER DO THIS! Frostbite occurs when ice crystals form in your skin and other tissues. Rubbing a frostbitten injury will for sure cause more skin/tissue damage (and severe pain) because the ice crystals lacerate new cells. The best thing to do if possible is to give the individual painkillers because frostbite hurts like hell!
2. Drinking Liquor Will Keep You Warm
NOT! Liquor is the last drink you need in a cold-weather survival environment. Although the alcohol may make you feel warmer it actually dilates skin surface blood vessels and capillaries which will chill your core even faster. Drink instead something hot like coffee, tea, cocoa, etc.
DON'T EVER EVER DO THIS! Frostbite occurs when ice crystals form in your skin and other tissues. Rubbing a frostbitten injury will for sure cause more skin/tissue damage (and severe pain) because the ice crystals lacerate new cells. The best thing to do if possible is to give the individual painkillers because frostbite hurts like hell!
2. Drinking Liquor Will Keep You Warm
NOT! Liquor is the last drink you need in a cold-weather survival environment. Although the alcohol may make you feel warmer it actually dilates skin surface blood vessels and capillaries which will chill your core even faster. Drink instead something hot like coffee, tea, cocoa, etc.
4. Never Give Food To Someone Suffering From Hypothermia
Not necessarily true. Except in extreme hypothermia cases it is in fact a good idea to give in small incremental portions of high-calorie foods in order to generate the person's internal metabolic heat. This is fine. On the other hand if a hypothermia victim is borderline/going into shock the individual could potentially choke and vomit when they lose consciousness so giving food in that case is a no no.
5. Let A Hypothermic Victim Go To Sleep
ABSOLUTELY NOT!!! Do whatever it takes repeat, WHATEVER IT TAKES, to keep the victim awake while at the same time continuing to keep he/she warm. Drowsiness is one of the effects of exposure but unfortunately sleeping can lead to death. So again as best you can DO NOT let the individual fall asleep.
6. A Hot Tub Will Cure Hypothermia
As a rule of thumb do not use a hot tub, jacuzzi, etc or any type of extreme source of heat because it will cause excruciating pain and could possibly trigger a heart attack. The best way to treat an exposure victim is actually skin-to-skin rewarming and you could also put a hot water bottle in each armpit. But dropping someone in hot water when their core temperature has dropped way below 98.6 degrees? A potentially fatal shock to the person's system so please don't do this!
Not necessarily true. Except in extreme hypothermia cases it is in fact a good idea to give in small incremental portions of high-calorie foods in order to generate the person's internal metabolic heat. This is fine. On the other hand if a hypothermia victim is borderline/going into shock the individual could potentially choke and vomit when they lose consciousness so giving food in that case is a no no.
5. Let A Hypothermic Victim Go To Sleep
ABSOLUTELY NOT!!! Do whatever it takes repeat, WHATEVER IT TAKES, to keep the victim awake while at the same time continuing to keep he/she warm. Drowsiness is one of the effects of exposure but unfortunately sleeping can lead to death. So again as best you can DO NOT let the individual fall asleep.
6. A Hot Tub Will Cure Hypothermia
As a rule of thumb do not use a hot tub, jacuzzi, etc or any type of extreme source of heat because it will cause excruciating pain and could possibly trigger a heart attack. The best way to treat an exposure victim is actually skin-to-skin rewarming and you could also put a hot water bottle in each armpit. But dropping someone in hot water when their core temperature has dropped way below 98.6 degrees? A potentially fatal shock to the person's system so please don't do this!
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