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Author: Jeni Garcin
How to Save Weight Backpacking
Ounces equal pounds. Whether you’re new to backpacking or an old pro, there are always new ways to learn to save weight. You’ll likely be hiking lots of miles with a pack on your back; therefore, the lighter that pack is, the easier go of it you’ll have. Common mistakes made by beginners include packing…
Clothing Layers for Cold Weather: Do’s and Don’ts 2024
Winter is coming and there is no reason to sit inside and be miserable because it gets dark early, and it’s cold out. Take a hint from the Norwegians. They say the key to surviving winter is getting outside, wearing the proper clothing, and drinking lots of hot liquids. So get out there and don’t…
Tales From the Blue Room
This post is different. If you don’t want to laugh, or don’t want to read about porta-potties and poop, skip right on along. I spent my summer on a wildfire incident management team, living and working at fire camps. It’s not always glamourous and if there is one topic of conversation that arises repeatedly, it’s…
Camping Heater: Portable Mr. Heater Review
Keeping warm while cold-weather camping can be a challenge, especially if campfires aren’t allowed. The Mr. Heater portable propane heater has kept me warm in all kinds of circumstances, most recently at fire camp in the Big Hole in Montana, one of the coldest place in the U.S. in fall and winter.
How to Deal with Wildfire Smoke
Wildfire smoke in the West has become something we have to live with. Know where to get the best information regarding smoke and wildfires and what to do when the smoke gets bad.
Car Camping Gear You Didn’t Know You Needed
These are the top five things I like to take with me when I go car camping. They may not all be necessary, but they are inexpensive, high-quality items that make car camping even more enjoyable.
RV Before and After Pictures: Renovation
Check out my full RV renovation before and after pictures. It was a ton of work, but well worth the effort!
Prevent Wildfires: What You Can Do
Wildfire season is upon us and much of the United States is in a drought. Please do your part to prevent wildfires and educate those around you with less knowledge of how to recreate responsibly.
How to Paint RV Walls and Cabinets
I did lot’s of research before painting my RV walls and cabinets. Still, I learned plenty of important lessons along the way.
RV Renovation Lessons and Tips I Couldn’t Find Online
Throughout my RV renovation I found many great tips and tricks, yet there were some I had to learn by doing.