With the camping season behind you, it is now time to store your tent over the winter. Here are a few helpful steps to assure your gear is properly stored and ready for spring when it’s time for camping again.
The easiest and most efficient way to check over your tent is to set it up in the back yard and give it a good look over from top to bottom, after you have checked it over thoroughly, lay it out on a flat surface such as a grassy area and brush off any debris or spot clean where necessary. Untangle or repair frayed guy ropes, replace missing parts, and straighten out bent tent stakes.
This would be a good time to check over your tent for damage, such as separated seams, holes or zippers functioning properly by lubricating with a silicone base lubricant.
Repairs should be handled right away to assure repairs are completed and not forgotten about when spring comes, only to find repairs that need to be completed therefore holding up your plans. Methods of repair would include patching, stitching or glued. When repairs are completed and tent is clean and dry it is then time to roll up and pack away knowing it is in good condition and ready for use when needed.
Dec 8, 2009
Nov 15, 2009
Camping is best enjoyed when shared with family and friends. Not all campsites are created equal, meaning they are not all designed the same. Here are some helpful hints when selecting a campsite for your tent that will accomidate your needs for an enjoyable camping experience. First of all you will need to determine if being close to the shower house (most are joined with a bathroom facility) is a priority, depending on if you are car camping, which you can easily drive to the facility regardless of the weather conditions or tent camping which brings the inconvenience of getting to your vehicle when it is raining. Either way the decision will make a difference, especially when you or a family member will need to make a bathroom run late at night or early morning or simply having the shower facility close by for a quick shower after a long hike or fun filled afternoon. You can also make things easier by setting up a shower tent on your campsite which can be equipped easily with a portable shower or portable toilet to provide easy access and convenience.
Nov 1, 2009
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OzTent FoxWing Vehicle Retractable Awning
Introducing our NEW! addition to our family camping line from Australia, the FoxWing awning a brilliantly designed, 1 piece, easy to operate swing out awning that will shade the side and rear of your vehicle in seconds. Unique, due to its simplistic 1 person operation, the FOXWING Awning can be set up and packed down in minutes, making it the perfect solution to protect you from the elements. The FoxWing awning extension is also available to provide additional side coverage.
Supplied with fitting kits the FOXWING awning easily attaches to any Rhino-Rack Roof Rack cross bars. Great for camping trips, tailgating & watching the kids play sports. The FOXWING Awning is also ideal for tradesmen or mobile coffee operators for example.
Made from the same high quality material (rip-stop polycotton canvas) used in the OZTENT the FOXWING Awning is UV protected, water proof and mould resistant. The solid frame consists of anodised aluminium and corrosion resistant hardware so it won't rust. All telescopic poles, guy ropes and pegs are included and come with their own travel bag for neat and tidy storage when not in use. Perfect for the avid camper, traveller or tradesman, the FOXWING Awning is the quick and easy solution to protect you from the elements. You can even attach your Oztent to it (with the purchase of the Awning Connector).
Supplied with fitting kits the FOXWING awning easily attaches to any Rhino-Rack Roof Rack cross bars. Great for camping trips, tailgating & watching the kids play sports. The FOXWING Awning is also ideal for tradesmen or mobile coffee operators for example.
Made from the same high quality material (rip-stop polycotton canvas) used in the OZTENT the FOXWING Awning is UV protected, water proof and mould resistant. The solid frame consists of anodised aluminium and corrosion resistant hardware so it won't rust. All telescopic poles, guy ropes and pegs are included and come with their own travel bag for neat and tidy storage when not in use. Perfect for the avid camper, traveller or tradesman, the FOXWING Awning is the quick and easy solution to protect you from the elements. You can even attach your Oztent to it (with the purchase of the Awning Connector).
Thunderstorm Safety While Camping
While tent camping or hiking you are sometimes faced with decisions that need to be made quickly, such as a Thunderstorm that has moved into your area while on a hike or camping at your campsite location, do not attempt to move into an open area if you would be the tallest in your immediate surroundings. If the lightning is getting closer (time from flash to bang is getting shorter), you may have time to cross the open area to reach a better shelter, do so quickly so you do not get caught in the open area. If the flash to bang is less than 30 seconds then at this point if you are surrounded by trees or other tall items you would be better off to stay where you are and take cover in your tent or take cover under closest available shelter until the storm passes.
Oct 3, 2009
Camping With Tents
Camping with tents
Tent sizes, Multi-Room Tents and Other Tent Options
Tents range from one person "pup" tents to 6+ multi-room tents. However, you will find that you will want a tent that is slightly larger than how many people the packaging says it sleeps. Two people, for example, will be much more comfortable in a four person tent. A good rule of thumb is to buy a tent that sleeps two more people than you have. If you are bringing large dogs along as well you will also want to have a room for them, as they need to sleep inside too.
-Freestanding
- A lot of headroom & floor space
- Large surfaces are exposed to wind
- Multi-function capabilities
- Available in two and three room models
- Usually takes a little longer to set up
If you are new to camping then you are going to have a lot of gear to purchase. One of the most important camping investments you will make is your tent. When you are shopping for a new tent you will want to consider several different factors to ensure you are happy with your purchase. If you buy a good tent the first time around, you will be happy with it for a very long time and you will definately get your money's worth out of the tent.
Tent sizes, Multi-Room Tents and Other Tent Options
The first thing to consider is the size of your tent. If you are planning a backpack, mountain biking, canoe or other type of camping trip, you want a tent that wqill be easy to carry. Tent capacity is based on the aquare footage of the tent and how many sleeping bags you can fit in it.
Tents range from one person "pup" tents to 6+ multi-room tents. However, you will find that you will want a tent that is slightly larger than how many people the packaging says it sleeps. Two people, for example, will be much more comfortable in a four person tent. A good rule of thumb is to buy a tent that sleeps two more people than you have. If you are bringing large dogs along as well you will also want to have a room for them, as they need to sleep inside too.
Multi-room tents are nice as well, especially if you have a large family. There are two room style tents where the tent is basically split down the middle with a zippered divider. There are three room styles to accomidate larger families. If you are camping in one tent with a large family, then these are very handy. One room can sleep the kids, the large room can sleep you and your spouse and the other room can be used as a changing room or a storage room. You can also put pets in one room if you wish.
Types of Tents:
-Freestanding-Easy to move
-More headroom in center
-More floor space
-No large surfaces exposed to wind
- A lot of headroom & floor space- Large surfaces are exposed to wind
can easily be destroyed by wind.
- Guy ropes needed to support tent to
- Guy ropes needed to support tent to
reduce risk of tent damage
- Usually is a Heavy Tent
- Multi-function capabilities- Available in two and three room models
- Usually takes a little longer to set up
Sep 22, 2009
Tips For New Tent Campers
Camping is a new experience for everyone, we all have to start somewhere, right? I'm sure there is a camping story that made you rethink the idea of doing this camping thing again. There is an old saying that applies to every camping situation "live and learn?" Here are a couple tips to prepare you for the long haul:
Tryout your gear:
Before you arrive at the campground you should always try out your gear. There is nothing worse than arriving at your site and then trying to put together a tent that your not familiar with, that has so many poles you have no clue where they go. Most of the time the colored stickers that are applied to the poles for "easy assembly" can be found at the bottom of the tent bag. " LOL " Your best option is to purchase a camping tent with intergrated poles for quick and easy set up, a bathtub style floor, heat taped seams, and quality materials. This will make your trip a lot easier, drier, and more fun for everyone.
Buy a bigger tent for family comfort:
New campers usually make the mistake of buying a tent just big enough for their family members. I recommend purchasing a family tent with a capacity rated two higher than the number of campers. So for a family of 4 I would recommend a 6 person tent, for a family of 6 an 8 person tent and so on. For a more comfortable experience buy smart and go big.
Choosing a Sleeping Bag:
Sleeping bags can somtimes be overlooked, when choosing the right sleeping bag keep in mind the temperature of the location you will be camping at and the time of year. Your body will generate heat inside of the bag so base the sleeping bag rating accordingly.
Practice setting up your tent in the backyard and sleep in your sleeping bag one night prior to your trip. This will save you the aggravation later.
Tryout your gear:
Before you arrive at the campground you should always try out your gear. There is nothing worse than arriving at your site and then trying to put together a tent that your not familiar with, that has so many poles you have no clue where they go. Most of the time the colored stickers that are applied to the poles for "easy assembly" can be found at the bottom of the tent bag. " LOL " Your best option is to purchase a camping tent with intergrated poles for quick and easy set up, a bathtub style floor, heat taped seams, and quality materials. This will make your trip a lot easier, drier, and more fun for everyone.
Buy a bigger tent for family comfort:
New campers usually make the mistake of buying a tent just big enough for their family members. I recommend purchasing a family tent with a capacity rated two higher than the number of campers. So for a family of 4 I would recommend a 6 person tent, for a family of 6 an 8 person tent and so on. For a more comfortable experience buy smart and go big.
Choosing a Sleeping Bag:
Sleeping bags can somtimes be overlooked, when choosing the right sleeping bag keep in mind the temperature of the location you will be camping at and the time of year. Your body will generate heat inside of the bag so base the sleeping bag rating accordingly.
Practice setting up your tent in the backyard and sleep in your sleeping bag one night prior to your trip. This will save you the aggravation later.
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