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Portable water purifiers

June 30th, 2009

Whether you are going out of the country or just out of town where water is most often questionable, it is best that you have a portable water purifier with you all the time. It doesn’t matter if you’re on a long backpacking or camping trip, better not leave without this portable travel companion necessity to ensure that you’ll have safe drinking water anywhere you go.

Portable water purifiers are water treatment systems and field water disinfection techniques. They are self-contained units that can be used by anybody who must obtain drinking water from untreated sources like rivers and lakes, to name a couple. Some devices use ultraviolet (UV) light to destroy waterborne microbes. Generally, purifiers clear water by destroying viruses, bacteria and protozoa–in seconds. They are also the fastest routes to pure, safe drinking water anytime, anywhere.

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Camping stoves

June 29th, 2009

Safety should always be a major consideration when choosing camping gear. Camping stoves, for instance, should have a good base to support whatever cookware you need to put on top of it. You might find yourself in a rugged place with very limited level ground but if you are equipped with a stove that can perform well in all conditions; you should be secure in the thought that it will not create undue stress while you are away from home. Be thorough in your preparation. Bring cookware that will work well with the camping stove that you choose to take along with you.

When traveling with a big group such as when several families decide to camp together, it is advisable to bring along multiple burner stoves. A two burner camping stove will accommodate more than one pot at a time. Meals can be prepared with more ease and in shorter time. The smarter ones will even bring along cooked food that can be easily heated up. Or marinated meats that can be thrown over the grill and cook to perfection without any trouble.

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refrigerator drawer

June 26th, 2009

I have a close knit family in my mom’s side. I have 12 aunts and uncles and over 50 cousins all over the state of California and Nevada. We often get together for family reunions. At those times when I’m hosting, my 20 cubic fridge won’t do. My cousin, on the other hand had a refrigerator drawer installed under her kitchen counter.

Her refrigerator drawer looks so cool. It is very compact and fit nicely in any standard kitchen counter. My cousin’s drawer has two compartments where you can chill your beverage in one drawer and put snacks in the other. The cost however is pretty steep. You can actually buy a second fridge easily for the price of one but it won’t look as cool.

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camping cookware

June 26th, 2009

Enjoy your outdoor adventures to the fullest. Make camp cooking and cleanups easy by having good camping equipment. For example, your camping cookware must be versatile and tough. Have a set of cookware just for camping so you don’t risk damaging your good kitchen set. Too, it’s easier if you keep all camping gear organized and always ready-to-go in one storage area.

Some things to remember about camping cookware:

~Camp cooking can be more demanding so heavy duty cookware is a must or else you might find yourself dining on cold food the rest of your camping trip.
~Buy camping cookware with tight-fitting lids to help heat food faster and to help save fuel.
~Go for camping cookware with non-stick coatings.

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sleeping bag

June 19th, 2009

Make camping easier for you and your camping buddies the next time you embark on an outdoor adventure. Make sure you’re prepared. Bring along a camping stove so you can have meals like those prepared at home. Also make sure each of you have a reliable sleeping bag to stave off the chill of the outdoors. It’s a good idea to pack a first aid kit because you never know when it might be needed

Make sure all of your outdoor essentials are packed when trekking out into the wilderness. Being prepared will ensure you never succumb to the potential risks of the outdoors. Like the scouts always say, “Be Prepared” and you’ll never regret it!

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Maglite flashlight

June 16th, 2009

Now there’s no more reason for you not to see a thing in the dark, especially when there’s no electricity. The Maglite Flashlight brightens your then lightless surrounding. So handy that you can bring it anywhere you go! This important indoor and outdoor companion is made of high-strength aluminum alloy case in silver color. It lights brighter than the ordinary flashlight and can last until six hours continuously.

Having this flashlight is like having an emergency light with you. Whether you’re in an outdoor camp or an indoor activity, you can never be worrisome when you know you have one tiny thing inside your pocket that lightens you up whenever you need it. There are also Maglite flashlights that have rechargeable batteries. Meaning, you’re not just given quality light during brownouts and dark moments, you’re spared too from the frequent purchase of penlight batteries.

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hiking water carrier

June 11th, 2009

There are a few things that a hiker will need for his hiking trip. He will need a compass, sun block and a first aid kit. But one thing he should not forget to bring or run out of is water. He can bring his own drinking water but this can be heavy. Some hikers prefer to get water from sources in the woods and treat it with some purifying tablets or boil it before drinking.

Your best bet is to bring a collapsible hiking water carrier. You can take along enough water for several days, even for a crowd. You will have flowing water for drinking, cooking and clean-up. When it is empty, fold it back and reclaim some extra space. These water carriers are made of heavy duty polyethylene that resists dents and cracks. They have molded handles for easy carrying and have openings large enough for filling with ice cubes.

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Big Agnes tents

June 11th, 2009

I love to camp but I hate logging around a big heavy tent. I want a big tent that’s very light. Luckily, Big Agnes tents promise that and they deliver too. I got the Big Agnes Cooper Ultra Light tent. I carried it around effortlessly. It was so light and very convenient; it was perfect for me because at that time I had a back ache problem. It weight just under 3 pounds and could be easily assembled.

The tent I chose did not only have lots of room it, it was also very stylish. It also had a removable rain fly. Since the Big Agnes tents are so light, I have now room for my stash of chips. It doesn’t get any better than this. Imagine sunset on the mountain, sweet breeze in your face and a handful of chips in your hand. I now keep my tent at home and ready for the next camping trip. Some people have asked if they could borrow my tent too and I happily lend it to them. By the time, they return my tent, they want to buy a new one for themselves as well.

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canopy tents

June 10th, 2009

I have always wanted to have my own coffee shop. Two years ago my friends and I came close to putting up a coffee shop of our own. We saw a vacant space in an office building which we thought would be a good place for a coffee shop. We also wanted our shop to have an al fresco dining area for smokers. We looked around for canopy tents which we could place outside our shop.

It took us three months to research on what we wanted our coffee shop to look like. The canopy tents we looked at came in all designs, shapes and sizes. There were tents that were bulky, and there were tents that were light. There were tents that could be easily assembled and even tents that could roll out farther to cover more space. Canopy tents can give any shop a bohemian look. They are both functional and aesthetic.

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Expedition sleeping bags

June 8th, 2009

Sleeping bags are meant exactly for what they are named after -.for serious high altitude mountaineering and polar expeditions. Expedition sleeping bags are no nonsense equipment for unimaginable cold that could go as low as -40 degrees. They are used by travelers headed for wintry weather. An appropriate sleeping bag will mean the difference between sleeping soundly and not sleeping at all.

A few quick tips will give you ideas on what to look for when buying a sleeping bag. ~Decide what the lowest temperature is that you are likely to encounter. Choose a bag that will perform to this temperature (and ideally a little below for extra peace of mind). ~Synthetic bags tend to be cheaper and easier to clean than down bags. They also provide reasonable insulation when wet and dry out more quickly than down bags. ~Down bags provide the best warmth to weight ratio, compress smaller and will last longer than synthetic bags. ~A mummy shaped bag will provide the most efficient insulation compared to a rectangular bag which will give more space to move around in (but also to heat up). ~A sleeping bag is no good if you don’t have insulation from the ground; use a suitable mat to get the most from your bag.

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