Recreational camping in developed state and national park campgrounds is one of the most popular summer recreational activities. Many tent camping trips are fun and problem-free, but a significant number face some type of unexpected problem. In The Tent Camper's Handbook, author Frazier M. Douglass IV presents a guide to help campers plan and execute dryer, warmer, and more comfortable camping trips.

Drawing from more than forty years of camping experience, Douglass offers methodical pointers to facilitate economical and enjoyable camping outings. The Tent Camper's Handbook presents hundreds of details to help campers buy the most comfortable tents, sleeping bags, clothing, and camping gear. He offers tips for assembling and packing kitchen gear, tool bags, first-aid kits, bathing kits, and personal grooming kits. This guide also includes dozens of useful suggestions for finding the best camping destinations, making reservations, packing gear into small cars, setting up campsites, setting up kitchen flies, starting campfires, performing camp chores, cooking tasty meals, sleeping well, avoiding injury and discomfort, respecting the environment, and enjoying the experience.

A valuable resource for both novice and veteran campers, The Tent Camper's Handbook details a fresh approach to basic tent camping that emphasizes comfort and convenience.

Prepper: An individual or group that prepares or makes preparations in advance of, or prior to, any change in normal circumstances. Survivalist: One who has personal or group survival as a primary goal in the face of difficulty, opposition, and especially the threat of natural catastrophe. This collection of recipes is meant to do more than just make good food - it is also meant to give you creature comforts and real meals after a natural disaster forces you to turn to your rainy-day pantry. These dishes are meant to be made and stored long-term, hence their simplistic and typically dry ingredients. All you need to do is fill 1-quart mason jars with each recipe's ingredients and keep the preparation instructions nearby. A warm bowl of macaroni and cheese, Spanish rice and beans or carrot cake pudding can be just a few cups of water, a pot and a grill away, whether the lights are on or not. There are even simple water purification instructions that you can use - just in case you end up running out of bottled water and have to use tap or wild water. Take these recipes on a camp-out and you might start using them at home even when the power is on

Possum Prepping is different from normal prepping because your focus is on becoming sustainable long term Survivalism with a slant toward self sufficiency. A detailed explanation of using country wisdom along with frugalness and modern technology to be able to adapt and thrive both before and after a disaster. Detailed drawings of traps and snares as well as other food procurement techniques. The book uses a modern hands on approach of utilizing common household items to enable the average person to actually take a box, a cooking bag and a piece of cordage and be able to feed themselves and purify water.

Are you looking for delicious and easy camping recipes your family will love?
If you're tired of the same old burgers and barbecue chicken, you're going to love the recipes "The Camping Cookbook." Camp food has never tasted better (or been easier to cook) with these updated and delicious recipes.
This book is packed full of delicious recipes you can make for breakfast, lunch and dinner (along with a bonus chapter containing a number of tasty desserts) using the following techniques: Campfire grilling.Campfire foil-wrapping.Barbecuing.Dutch oven cooking. The barbecuing section covers picking the right barbecue for camping, prepping your barbecue and when to use both direct and indirect grilling. There are 19 tasty barbecue recipes, including recipes for the following items: Bacon-wrapped barbecue shrimp.Barbecued baby back ribs.Beer can chicken.Bourbon barbecue chicken wings (including a delicious bourbon barbecue sauce recipe).Chili-lime grilled salmon.Grilled pineapple.Grilled turkey.Steak kabobs.Stuffed mushrooms.and more... The campfire cooking section of "The Camping Cookbook" covers campfire grilling, foil-wrapping and skewer cooking. It includes a section on choosing the right firewood for your campfire and includes helpful tips to help you get your campfire started. Here are just some of the tasty recipes included in the campfire cooking section: Apple cider barbecue pork chops.Bacon-wrapped drumsticks.Bannock bread.Blueberry pancakes.Dad's quick and easy tri tip.Easy omelets.Grilled rib eye steak.Stuffed jalapenos.Rotisserie leg of lamb.Skewer croissant dogs.Tandoori chicken.Foil-wrapped lemon garlic fish.and more... If you've never used a Dutch oven, now's the time to learn. It opens up a whole new world of tasty and easy campfire meals. The Dutch oven section covers everything you need to know to get started cooking with your Dutch oven, including how to choose the right Dutch oven, how to season your Dutch oven and how to control the temperature inside the oven by adding and removing coals. Here's a sampling of the tasty recipes found in the Dutch oven section: Barbecue beans.Beef stew.Blueberry cinnamon rolls.Cinnamon apple crisp.Chicken fajitas.Chili.Cola chicken.Corn chowder.Egg and sausage casserole.Ground beef goulash.Pesto chickenand more... If you're tired of the same burgers and burnt hunks of meat, it's time to take camp food cooking to a whole new level with "The Camping Cookbook."

Rolling Shelter is a personal account of Kelly and Rosana Hart's life in two different buses, three vans, two small motor homes, two travel trailers combined into one house, and two cars. Kelly tells stories of how they traveled through Mexico and Guatemala in a small van and then later developed a splendid home on their llama ranch in the mountains of Oregon. This book will inspire you and give you some ideas for how you might take advantage of vehicles to provide shelter in your life. In full color, the book features over 200 photographs and 5 detailed floor plans. With descriptions of how the conversions were accomplished, it is valuable both as an overview of vehicular dwelling and as a construction manual for how you might convert your own. One of the true joys of living in a vehicle is that it can be moved to new and exciting locations with relative ease. If you like to travel, but prefer to have your own bed and your own kitchen, then consider living in a motor home of some sort. The chapters include: "Our First Bus Home" shows the artistic conversion of a school bus parked on the rugged California coast. "Extra Wheels" describes a versatile step van and a Navy radar van used as a film studio. "Van Dwelling" features a Ford Econoline van equipped for travel into remote places and a VW Vanagon camper. "Juniper Ridge" shows how they made a unique home combining two long travel trailers into one home that could accommodate some of their llamas. "Tortuga & CanDo" were both small Dolphin motor homes built on Toyota trucks. "Here & There" was a full scale conversion of a 40 foot inter-city bus in which they traveled around the western United States.

Memories of Boy Scout Troop 191 told by their scoutmaster, from the 1970s and 1980s.

Restoring a Dream offers a unique twist on a restoration tale. Tim tells his personal restoration story from tent camping in the California redwoods to rebuilding two vintage Airstreams. Follow Tim as he decides to sell his 1971 vintage Airstream and purchase a new larger trailer. Learn what changes his mind against buying a new trailer and why he purchases one that is even older Tim explains what to look out for when 'going vintage', how to choose the right vintage trailer, and how to inspect it to avoid costly mistakes. Ride along as he heads out on a 2400 mile 'recovery mission' to pick up his 46 year-old trailer, and find out how a year-long restoration takes a vintage Airstream from a nightmare condition to a restored dream. Restoring a Dream teaches you how to buy an Airstream covering the necessary steps in Choosing, Inspecting, Recovering, and Restoring your vintage Airstream. Choosing - How to avoid the "Polished Turd," Search by Era, Where to find it?, What should it cost? Inspecting - The Semi-Monocoque Design, They ALL leak, Evaluating skin condition, Inspecting appliances, Learn about axles. Recovering - Prepping for the pick up, Getting it roadworthy, Bringing the trailer home. Restoring - Restoration planning, Types of restorations, Common problems, Documenting your work, Getting started, Frame issues, Subfloor repairs, Weatherproofing, Wiring and woodwork, Plumbing and tanks, Replacing appliances, How to polish and much more

Are you looking for quick and delicious camping recipes the whole family will love?
When it comes to camp cooking, it doesn't get much easier than foil packet recipes. You'll be able to whip up quick meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner and will have more time to spend doing the things you enjoy, like hanging out with family and friends.
Foil packet meals are meals you create in an aluminum foil packet, which you then place on the grill or directly in the campfire. Minutes later, your meal is ready. You open the foil and eat the meal right out of the packet. No fuss, no mess, no problem.
This book contains recipes for the foil types of items: Breakfast (eggs, potatoes, sausage, etc.)BeefPorkChickenSeafoodFruitVegetablesDesserts With more than 90 recipes, you'll never run out of quick and delicious camping recipes Buy this book and learn foil packet cooking today.

Woodcraft is dedicated to the Grand Army of outers, as a pocket volume of reference on - woodcraft. For brick and mortar breed filth and crime, With a pulse of evil that throbs and beats; And men are withered before their prime By the curse paved in with the lanes and streets. And lungs are poisoned and shoulders bowed, Is the smothering reek of mill and mine; And death stalks in on the struggling crowd - But he shuns the shadow of oak and pine. NESSMUK Field sized imprint of what most agree to be the definitive edition of Woodcraft - the twelfth edition, published by Forest and Stream in 1900, a decade after Nessmuk passed away at the ripe old age of 69 years. Unlike other reissued editions of this historic book, this one is is presented in convenient 5x8 size for easy inclusion into the pocket or daypack. Using the original illustrations and layout, this precisely reprinted edition of Woodcraft is a worthy addition to the bookshelf of any serious hiker, backpacker, outdoor guide or bushcraft practitioner - the outers of the 21st century.

Fully updated and revised, this guide details information on 700 public campgrounds in Oregon accessible by car. It's a guide for everyone from tenters to RVers.

It's time for a vacation so Tom decides that an adventure on mainland Alaska is in order. Swan joins him as he heads across Alaska and British Columbia toward Ketchikan on an old motorcycle. It's an interesting trip to take in the autumn, especially with the frosty nights and a hot companion. Their vacation is full of delight and wonderment as Tom and Swan explore their new love and see the sights of Alaska. They meet some interesting characters on their trip and Swan proves to be an intriguing character all on her own; oh, to be so full of lust. The story is just like Alaska - serious, tender, funny, and real. Adult language and content 47965 words.

"The Amazing Wood-Gas Stove," the first volume in the 'A Simple DIY Project' series walks you step by step through the construction of a small inexpensive, or even free, wood-gas gasifier type camping stove. Built from materials you either probably have already on-hand, or can easily locate for nothing, you learn how to both make and use this truly amazing stove design. The units described in this book are modified downdraft coaxial gasifier stoves. You will learn how it compares to other camping type stoves in side by side comparisons, theory of operation, how to build a wood-gas stove, uses for a gasifier stove, and accessories you can make for the unit after you have built one. Though originally designed for outdoors use including hiking, camping, hunting, fishing, and wilderness survival, discover the stove which is perfect for major emergency use as well. Fuel is free, and the stove can be built for free using recycled materials. "The Amazing Wood-Gas Stove" is for anyone willing to tinker with a love of the outdoors, or wanting to prepare for emergencies.

Are you signed up to serve at a Christian camp this summer? Whether you are veteran staffer or have never been to camp before, this book is for you Get your heart ready for the spiritual challenge of camp leadership. Consider why you are going to camp, and what will be expected of you. Learn what makes kids tick, and ways of developing healthy relationships. Prepare to lead effective Bible discussions. Gain skills in managing issues and problems. Become confident in sharing your faith in Jesus.

A Great reference and guide about RVs for Campers. It is designed to assist the typical RV owner with his/her decision in selecting an RV and it includes numerous sections of specific aids to help the owner in maintaining and servicing their RV. Helpful subjects are included such as; RV Driving Aids, Holding Tanks, TV Upgrades, Satellite Service, Wireless Access, RV Tires, RV energy conservation, and much more. It is a great aid for RV owners regardless of style or age.

Whether it's your first time sleeping in a tent or you are a seasoned camper, Camp-o-holic is like having your own personal guide. It's filled with checklists and ideas on how to make the most of your camping trip. This book has been designed to help you spend the least amount of time packing and setting up camp, and more time indulging yourself outdoors.

Beginning Boy Scouts is an introduction to the youth program of the Boy Scouts of America. It is an unofficial guide to Boy Scouting to help parents, new leaders, and even scouting youth to better understand scouting goals and participate in Boy Scouting. It quickly answers numerous common questions and provides instruction and advice for parents and leaders -- to help know "what is first?" and how to get started, preparing for outdoor activities and summer camp, uniforms, leadership and the Patrol Method, earning awards and badges, Eagle planning and Eagle paperwork, and how to participate. It introduces the terminology and defines the common scouting lingo.

Many hunters look forward to participating in the "hunt of a lifetime," but a lot of planning is required to execute a successful trip. In "Basic Training for the Wilderness Hunter, " author and longtime hunter Dr. Maurus Sorg provides a wealth of basic and reliable information to help the wilderness hunter arrange a safe excursion.Whether it is a solo or guided hunt, backpacking trip, or horseback adventure, the principles outlined will save the hunter countless hours of research and needless aggravation. Some of the topics this guide discusses include the following: The types of hunts and how to be prepare for those specific hunts Principles of individual sport training Survival techniques Weather-related hunting injuries First aid Altitude sickness Food, water, and supplements Clothing and footwear Advice for the older hunterIn "Basic Training for the Wilderness Hunter, " Sorg provides ample advice for hunters to make those critical decisions that could mean the difference between a miserable experience and a successful and enjoyable hunt.

NOTE: This description is for the 2011 reprint with the green and black cover, NOT the 2012 reprint with the brown cover "published" by RareBooksClub.com. This 2011 edition is an EXACT reprint of the 1910 edition, and reproduces the original layout and illustrations perfectly. There IS NO gibberish or poorly OCR'd text in the one with the green and black cover. "Your thoroughbred camper likes not the attentions of a landlord, nor will he suffer himself to be rooted to the soil by cares of ownership or lease. It is not possession of the land, but of the landscape, that enjoys; and as for that, all the wild parts of the earth are his, by a title that carries with it no obligation but that he shall not desecrate nor lay them waste." H. Kephart Intended as the definitive pocket field guide for the turn of the 20th Century woodsman and camper, the The Book of Camping & Woodcraft was originally published in 1906. This particular "Heritage Edition" appears as it was on the second reprinting in 1910. In 1916, Kephart dramatically expanded the book into two volumes to include wagon camping and semi-permanent base camp construction. These are the equivalent of modern car camping - just a couple of notches down from a motel stay. The 1910 edition is the "purest" of all the editions of "The Book of Camping and Woodcraft." Fully illustrated with photographs and diagrams and packed with woodcraft lore, this book is a must-have for any rugged outdoorsman or bushcraft enthusiast.

MY MiniCamper CONVERSION

For those who love the great outdoors, there is no greater joy than having a versatile vehicle capable of transporting bikes, boats and camping gear to where the action is.

If the same vehicle can be used for picnics, tailgate parties, music festivals and replace a second car while seating 5 comfortably, you have a real winner.

The minivan conversion described in this book can do just that. It exploits the room and versatility of the minivan which, quoting Consumers Guide provides Easily the smartest use of space and cargo .

The four parts of the book provide an overview of the project, a guide to selecting an appropriate vehicle and two sets of plans to implement the conversion of several different minivans. It also includes the construction of a folding picnic table. The entire conversion job can easily be completed in one weekend.

When a Toyota Sienna is used for the conversion, full scale templates are provided for the plywood base and the cover over the storage area. This installation option requires no modification of any kind to the van.

Bills of material are provided to acquire the supplies quickly and efficiently.

Enjoy the outdoor fun with a great Minicamper

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