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First to See the Sun: Sunrise in TikiTiki

Aug 20, 2011 at 8:24 pm in Adventure Travel, Backpacking, Camping, New Zealand by Candace Rose Rardon · Leave a Comment »

Tikitiki on the East Coast of New Zealand

Sometimes our best memories of travel are from being in the right place at the right time. Here, Candace remembers a new adventure on the east coast of New Zealand, all while overcoming an old fear.

Sam nudged me awake at a quarter to six. The sky was still dark and I fumbled blindly around for [...]

Hammock Bliss comforts weary Cold Campers

Feb 12, 2011 at 10:15 am in Backpacking, Camping, Gear Spotlight by Michael Falk · 3 Comments »

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It was cold, really cold, the kind of cold that makes you think falling in a snowbank and calling it a night might be comforting. OK, it wasn’t that cold but it was a little bit chilly when we set out for the night hike.  I think there was supposed to be sledding but we [...]

How to Pack a Backpack – 7 Tips from the Happy Camper

Oct 12, 2009 at 5:40 pm in Backpacking, Camping, Travel Tips, Urban Backpacking by Michael Falk · 1 Comment »

When planning a camping or hiking trip, correctly packing your backpack can really make a difference. Start

Backpacking with a Guitar – Travel Guitars

Sep 28, 2009 at 9:44 am in Backpacking, Camping, Featured, Urban Backpacking by Michael Falk · 4 Comments »

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Don’t leave your music behind!! To often I find myself on a backpacking trip and realize I wish I had my guitar

The Sylvan Sport Go Camper Trailer

Jul 25, 2009 at 11:12 pm in Backpacking, Camping, Featured, Gear Spotlight by Michael Falk · 5 Comments »

I think your first question when you look at this thing will be……….whats that? Well its safe to say that this is

Tips for Green Camping

Jul 3, 2009 at 1:31 am in Backpacking, Camping, Eco Adventures by Gear Up and Play · Leave a Comment »

Getting out in the great outdoors, exploring the wilderness and terrain and relaxing in nature are what make a great camping trip. The government has taken steps to ensure that beautiful areas remain so through conservation and care. It is our jobs to take the same care when we are out camping, hiking and exploring this summer. We can all do this by being conscious of our impact as we camp and how we can reduce that impact to create a more green and sustainable camping trip.