Our Livin Lite Quicksilver pop up camper trailer has been fantastic for us. It's checked almost all of the boxes and then some. Going from tent camping to Ladybug was a huge step up for our big family camping trips in terms of comfort, but I'm finding it didn't go far enough to make these … Continue reading Rant: What I want in a camper trailer
Workflow: How I keep my Jackery power station always charged for daily use with my overland-built truck
My truck is set up for drop-of-the-hat camping and overlanding trips, but I also use certain aspects of this setup, such as the Jackery Power Station, for daily relaxing and hanging out during my lunch breaks at work. Since my job is outdoors, we have insufficient break room areas and I'd much rather kick back … Continue reading Workflow: How I keep my Jackery power station always charged for daily use with my overland-built truck
What goes in the camping kitchen box? Here’s my essential items checklist
I am currently restocking my camp kitchen box and figured it would be a good chance to make a list of items not only for you the readers, but myself to come back and look at once I start getting low. Cooking at the campsite is one of my favorite things to do and I … Continue reading What goes in the camping kitchen box? Here’s my essential items checklist
Is the Gazelle Hub Tent the best tent for camping?
I recently introduced friends and cousins to camping and they often ask me: What's the best tent for camping? Well, you can spend $500-600 dollars and get a big overpriced tent and you have to fumble with poles. You can get a $50-200 dollar tent that's smaller, but also requires you to fumble around with … Continue reading Is the Gazelle Hub Tent the best tent for camping?
Last minute gift ideas for the overlander and camper in your family
If you're shopping for a friend or family member who loves camping, overlanding, or just the outdoors in general. take a look at some of these last minute holiday gift ideas. I either own these or would want these (I'm looking at you family). With Christmas just a few weeks away -- now is the … Continue reading Last minute gift ideas for the overlander and camper in your family
Testing the Jackery power station and 60-watt solar panels with a portable fridge
I am doing some controlled backyard testing of the Jackery SolarSaga 60-watt solar panel paired with Jackery's entry-level Explorer 160 model power station. Our Kalamera Portable Fridge has become a staple in our camping gear box for extended trips and we'd love to be able to keep it powered by the sun. Keeping a portable … Continue reading Testing the Jackery power station and 60-watt solar panels with a portable fridge
Our pop up tent camper toilet setup
How do you go to the bathroom when camping? That's a popular question when I talk to family and friends about our camping adventures. Through our many years of tent camping with kids and now enjoying a Livin' Lite Quicksilver pop up trailer, I can tell you that having a portable toilet in the camper … Continue reading Our pop up tent camper toilet setup
Where to buy Gazelle T3, T4 Hub Tent and best prices
Hands down, the best ground tent I've ever owned is the Gazelle T4 Hub Tent. And I've owned many camping tents over the years! Because of the popularity of Gazelle tents it's been really hard to find one in stock. We will use this page to make an updated list of where to buy a … Continue reading Where to buy Gazelle T3, T4 Hub Tent and best prices
Best Solar Panels for Camping and Overlanding
Dispersed camping in the middle of nowhere is my absolute favorite, but it does come with its challenges. If you want a few luxuries when you don't have hookups then you'll need to find a way to get your own power. We'll take a look at some of the best solar panels for camping and … Continue reading Best Solar Panels for Camping and Overlanding
Camping with kids: Typical morning routine
Almost all of our camping trips are with the kids, so my wife and I have got our routines down pretty good. While camping is known to be a relaxing time and a chance to get away from the norm, it's not always that glamorous and easy for parents. Getting down solid routines while camping … Continue reading Camping with kids: Typical morning routine
