November 19th, 2009
Beside the Recreational Vehicle, the most popular form of shelter for outdoor enthusiasts is the camping tent. This form of portable shelter is ideal because it is convenient, lightweight, and easily carried. It is also durable, sturdy enough to stand up against wind and rain, and a very effective way to shelter you at night in the great outdoors. Modern technology allows manufacturers to add improvements and new features to camping gear tents. These improvements create greater functionality and ease of use for campers. Changes and new features mimic the basic conveniences of being at home. This helps to make the idea of camping more appealing to people who prefer to camp without sacrificing the familiar comforts of home.
New Features in Camping Gear and Tents
Among the features in camping gear tent design, durability is the most updated characteristic among manufacturers. The goal is to create camping gear tents that provide a greater reliability in portable shelters. This of course depends on the material that manufacturers use to make the camping tents. Innovations in textile manufacturing make it possible to provide camping tents that withstand adverse weather conditions, while providing a comfortable interior for the occupants. Some tents even have airflow and controls for temperature fluctuations to ensure that the campers have a sustainable and ambient living area inside the tent.
There are also always new features for storing food and other provisions on a long camping trip. These innovations are very popular among campers, especially those who go on extended camping trips for more than a few days. The ability to preserve their provisions inside the camping tent adds to the overall convenience of the camping gear tent.
Several other innovative features are becoming standard in camping tents. Among the most popular choices today is the camping gear tents that are very easy to set up. They include pop up tents, tents that inflate on their own or with minimal assistance from the camper, and a variety of other easy-to-use set up features.
Another feature that has become almost commonplace and expected is the lightweight design of camping gear. Lighter yet durable camping tents are easy to carry over longer distances, and reduce the burden and limitations of carrying the older and heavier tents of yesterday. All of these features add to the overall convenience of the camping experience.
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November 5th, 2009
If you are planning a camping trip, you may not be certain what types of provisions you should bring with you. The first thing to know is that you should find as wide a variety of camping food recipes as you can, and plan from there. Many camping food recipes are easy to prepare. You may be surprised to learn how many do not use canned food. The following are delicious and innovative camping food recipes for you to taste.
Barbecue Pork
Put this recipe at the top of your list. It is a good camping food recipe for small and large groups of people in your camping group. This recipe is actually quite easy to prepare. You will need:
1 lb.pork tenderloin
2 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons light soy sauce
2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup,
1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon Sherry
1 clove garlic, and
1 tablespoon sugar.
The best way to prepare the meat is to trim off the fat, and cut it into strips. Next, combine all the remaining ingredients on the list into a mixing bowl and pour it over the pork. Let the meat marinate in the solution for at least two hours. Next, skewer the pork strips. Hang them on the upper oven rack over a roasting pan with a shallow layer of water.
Set the oven at 425ºF and roast it for 20 minutes. Baste every five minutes with a baster to keep the meat tender. After 20 minutes, reduce the heat and keep roasting the meat for only a couple of minutes longer. Remove the meat and cut diagonally against the grain. Let it cool down and serve cold. Serve it with Chinese mustard and sesame seeds to add variety and a little bit of flare.
Smores
Smores are an all-time favorite camping food recipe for campers, and is one of the easiest camping food recipes to make. Preheat the oven, and in a medium bowl combine a cup of butter, 1/3 cup of white sugar, 3 cups of graham cracker crumbs. Press half of the crumb mixture onto the bottom of a pan, and add 2 cups of semisweet chocolate chips, and 3 cups of miniature marshmallows on top. Then sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top of that and press down with a spatula.
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October 26th, 2009
Do you enjoy driving in an RV on a cross-country drive? If you like to go everywhere you can in your RV, you are always scouting out the next free RV camp. Instead of paying high entrance fees for parking the RV, there are many places to park free of charge. It’s not outdoor camping in the usual sense, but if you don’t mind spending the night in a large parking lot, there are many cheap or free RV camping lots.
Wal Mart Provides Free RV Camping
If you’re on the road and searching for free RV camping that is safe, stop by the first Wal Mart that you see. It is Wal Mart’s company policy to let RV campers to stay free of charge in Wal Mart parking lots. You can go grocery shopping to stock up on supplies, sit down for a hot meal in a restaurant, and buy those extra towels that you wanted. A big plus is that the majority of Wal Marts have security personnel around at all times. While their job is not to protect you specifically, you will feel safer just knowing that they are there in the event something happens.
Fraternal Lodges for Free RV Camping
Elks Club Lodges offer free parking for RVs. These lodges typically have a restaurant on site, and schedule fun activities like bull roasts or dances. If you want to socialize and have a good time, this can be the ideal place to park your RV for the night. However, you are required to be an Elks Lodge member in order to to take advantage of their activities.
Advice For Free RV Camping
Some establishments such as certain roadside restaurants and rest stops will allow RVs to park free. If you use free RV camping, there are some courtesy guidelines to abide by if you do. If a company is allowing you to stay free, you should do your best to reciprocate that kindness. The best way to accomplish this is to make a point of spending some money in the establishment. If you are parking over night at a Flying J rest stop, for example, make certain that you at least eat dinner or breakfast in the restaurant. You should also buy your gas there. You will be helping them to make free RV parking available for other people just like you.
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