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
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
How to wash dishes when camping
Let's face it. Nobody likes to wash dishes when camping. But someone has to do it. And if you want to keep your campsite free of trash, critters, and bears, it's key to keep your dishes clean when camping. Cleaning dishes while camping Camping gear you'll need to wash dishes: Collapsible sink basin (one for … Continue reading How to wash dishes when camping
Camping with a baby: Top 5 items to bring on your trip
Want to take your baby camping? We started taking our little ones around 7 months to a local spot for the weekend just to get us out of the house and enjoy the outdoors. It's not the easiest trip but with a few essential (and easy to forget) items you can make it work. Here … Continue reading Camping with a baby: Top 5 items to bring on your trip
How to make bathroom and toilet setup when camping
What's the typical camp bathroom? A filthy pit toilet in a dark, dusty bathroom. Spiderwebs and flying creatures buzzing overhead. It sounds like something from a horror movie, but if you've been camping you know I've described most campground bathrooms. → Products in this article: Wolf-Wise Pop-Up Privacy Tent and Reliance Portable Toilet Maybe your camping … Continue reading How to make bathroom and toilet setup when camping
Idyllwild Camping Setup: What worked and what didn’t
We made our first-ever camping trip to Idyllwild this past July and had a blast. There's plenty of remote camping in this area that gives you the perfect chance to get away from crowds, visit the quaint mountain town, and enjoy a warm campfire all in the same day. This is our first post in … Continue reading Idyllwild Camping Setup: What worked and what didn’t
Camping with a Mr. Heater Buddy propane heater in the tent
Item Reviewed: Mr. Heater Buddy available at Amazon Can you go camping with a Mr. Heater Buddy in the tent? There are endless tips for cold-weather camping, but in the end a Mr. Heater Buddy propane heater can make the biggest difference when trying to get a good night's sleep in the great outdoors. Whether … Continue reading Camping with a Mr. Heater Buddy propane heater in the tent
Camping breakfast tips — prepare your eggs beforehand!
Cooking breakfast while camping can be a challenge. But if you simplify things you can make an easy camping breakfast that also tastes delicious!
