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Tips for Planning a Last-Minute Camping Trip

Tips for Planning a Last-Minute Camping Trip

Courtney Holden|June 22, 2023
Get your gear (and your mindset) prepped now for your next impromptu overnight.  
Photo of people car camping in a desert.

A Road Tripper’s Tips for Adventuring Close to Home

Amy Conry Davis|June 16, 2023
Writer and seasoned road tripper Amy Conry Davis shares her tips, tricks and gear picks for local adventures—be it in an RV or your car.
Overlanding

The Perfect Kit for Overlanding

Ryan Wichelns|April 28, 2021
Create the perfect kit for overlanding with this guide, which includes a roof-top tent, stove, water jug, portable shower and more.
GSI Outdoors Pinnacle Pro Stove

First Look: 7 New Products for Luxe Car Camping

Stasia Stockwell|July 5, 2019
We went in search of the best new gear for car campers at last month’s Outdoor Retailer show. From portable smokers to plush sleep systems, these noteworthy products will be sure to up your camping game.
Car-top solar camp shower

DIY Car-Top Solar Camp Shower

Ashley Brown|August 23, 2017
Stay clean wherever your adventure takes you. Learn how to build your own car-top 'solar' camp shower.
Car Camping

Make Home: Car Camping with Friends

Kristen Bor|May 31, 2016
It's about not having to look in the mirror and perfecting a cup of coffee. Kristen shares how she tries to make home while car camping with friends.
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