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Leisure Batteries - What Are They, Choice and Maintenance

An Introduction to Leisure Batteries, what they are and why they are different to Auto Batteries. Different types of battery, how to select one and issues with maintenance. What to expect from your Leisure battery.

Best Ways to Find Affordable Teens Military Boarding Schools

It true that military training programs are mainly preferred by teenage boys compare to girls. Here, boys get chance to identify their basic responsibilities towards their parents and their elder once. If girls will join ...

How To Choose a Canopy For the Right Job

Canopy tents come in lots of sizes, types, and are constructed out of various materials. They are simple, popular with people, and over the years different ones have emerged. Here is some information on the ...

Potatoes and Green Beans

A camping recipe from Jacque. I didn't have fresh potatoes so I tried this and liked it better because I knew the potatoes were done.

Tent Camping For Beginners - What To Take

When camping in a tent, take only the things that you need to camp comfortably. Tent camping is an experience that highlights the simple, natural life. Pack only the bare necessities for camping in a tent.

How to Anodize & Polish Aluminum

Anodizing, the chemical process of coloring aluminum, allows you to put a custom finish on almost any aluminum object. The aluminum object that you wish to anodize needs to be clean and able to fit in a metal pot. Anodizing at home is substantially cheaper than having a professional shop do it for

Experience Helps With Camping Trips

Planning your first camping trip can seem like something of a daunting task. There are so many factors for you to consider, from choosing the right tent to thinking about cooking and basic facilities.

How to Buy Your First Camping Tent

To begin, I was never into the concept of camping. The idea of sleeping in a tent on the cold ground didn't appeal to me. However, some of my friends would go camping every year and swear they loved it. So last year I decided to take the plunge and I went camping with some of my friends. I have

Going on a Camping Trip? Bring That Quiet Power Generator!

Ever wish you had brought that music player or laptop computer on your camping trip? If you are like me who has become hooked on technology and is finding it hard to unhook, then it does not mean you can no longer go outdoor tripping to commune with nature and the environment.

Fighting the Funk

Ever feel like you're in a funk... you know, those times when nothing seems to be working right... when everything you do breaks. When you feel like crying a river of tears?

How to Have a Family Adventure Backpacking in the Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon is a breathtaking spectacle every time I visit. The first time I arrived and looked over the South Rim down into the Canyon, I was in awe, nearing disbelief. While there are all kinds of activities available to families on top of the rim, more adventurous families should consider ba

How to Camp in State Forests in North Carolina

North Carolina has a unique topography that makes the region an attraction to many outdoor enthusiasts. Situated on the Atlantic coast, and extending into the Appalachian mountains, the region holds a wide diversity of lowland and mountainous forest lands, both state owned and some set apart as nati

How Do I Winterize My Travel Trailer Using the Wet Method?

Prevent cold-weather damage to your travel trailer's water lines and other components by winterizing the unit before frigid weather strikes. Using the wet method to winterize does not require using an air compressor to dry out the lines, or any other special tools. The only necessary supply is antif