Wilderness Camping Guides and Gear

Tents

Your home in the backwoods and shelter from the weather. There are many types, sizes and styles for different situations and applications... Learn More About Tents

Tent Alternatives

Other kinds of shelter choices that can be quite practical and lightweight for backpacking applications... Learn More About Tent Alternatives

Backpacks

A properly sized and correctly adjusted backpack can make carrying all your gear a breeze... Learn More About Backpacks

Sleeping Bags

Keeping you warm and comfortable to get a good nights sleep... Learn More About Sleeping Bags

Sleeping Pads

Added to a good quality bag to smooth out the bumps and keep you much warmer... Learn More About Sleeping Pads

Clothing

To make sure you are warm, dry and comfortable while you are on the trail... Learn More About Camp Appropriate Clothing

Additional Gear

There are many other items to make your wilderness experience easier, safer and more enjoyable... Learn More About Additional Gear

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Wilderness Camping Guide

Many peoples idea of camping is going to a crowded, smoke filled campground with their giant RV. No tent, no backpack, no primitive aura, no camping gear besides the usual marshmallows and hotplates. To me this would be akin to camping in the local supermarket's parking lot minus the campfire smoke and excessive noise. This is why I hope to open up the world of wilderness and tent camping to others.

What is Wilderness Camping?

Wilderness camping, sometimes referred to as backpack or tent camping (an sometimes even primitive camping), could be divided into two groups. The first would be camping in what is termed a rustic campground. This is still inside a traditional campground, but would be a bit more "back to nature" as there is no electric or water right at the campsite. The second is real backwoods camping where you pick your own camp site as you travel through the wilderness. This is mainly what this website is dedicated to and will be discussed. Of course all of the equipment and techniques can easily be transferred to most any situation.

Grab Your Backpack and Hit The Wilderness

Some people would term this "roughing it". But with proper equipment, supplies and planning it can be very comfortable and quite rewarding. You will see natural vistas and unique wildlife that you may never see camping inside a campground. In fact, in my experience, I've had white tail deer, wild turkey, and even a young black bear wander through my camp. So on to getting outfitted and doing the proper planning for a successful experience.

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