Camping Life articles from July 2006

Camping Life archives from July 2006

The big W.(Campsite)
July 1, 2006... Wildlife: it attracts campers in droves. Animals, especially large mammals and certain birds such as eagles, are like magnets, drawing outdoor enthusiasts from across the country. An almost magical experience takes place when you come into...

Popular Virginia State Parks turn 70.(Trail Signs)
July 1, 2006... Hitting the big 7-0 this year, the award-winning Virginia State Parks are starting the camping season with a year-long celebration of special programs, children's activities, educational programs, tours and historical vignettes reflecting the...

World-class adventure and fun at TrailFest 2006.(Trail Signs)
July 1, 2006... Help celebrate the completion and protection of the 3100-mile Continental Divide Trail July 15 at TrailFest 2006. Held by the non-profit Continental Divide Trail Alliance at its Base Camp in scenic Buena Vista, Colorado, the one-day event will...

Vacation wonderland: Newport Dunes resort.(Trail Signs)
July 1, 2006... In the heart of Orange County, California, is Newport Dunes, a 750-acre natural wildlife reserve and a RV resort that offers various options for exploring the sanctuary. It's home to 200 species of birds and various forms of rare plant life...

How to shoot better wildlife photos.(Wildlife)
July 1, 2006... Since wildlife seldom hangs around to pose, the faster you can get the "shot," the better. That means having your act together, as well as having the right equipment and knowing how to use it. It also means learning the habits of your subject...

Celebrate strawberries: here are some creative ways to enjoy sun-ripened strawberries found at fruit stands during your summer travels.(Camp Kitchen)
July 1, 2006... Strawberry Squish-Cake Make strawberry shortcake this camp-friendly way and your family will never again want it the old way. Whipped topping or aerosol whipped cream can stay in your ice chest for several days. The same baking container...

No bugs, a tough bag, and a cooker: stuff we tested: bugged-out clothing; a really big bag of tricks, and a compact single-burner stove.(PRODUCT TEST)
July 1, 2006... [1] BUZZ OFF INSECT-REPELLENT APPAREL By Rich Johnson There's something I don't like about being the most available meal for all the itty-bitty biting forest critters that think I'm a walking Smorgasbord. Must be that they smell fresh blood...

The Apostles: Wisconsin's chain of islands in Lake Superior offer spectacular kayaking and off-the-beaten-path camping.
July 1, 2006... IN THEORY, tilting the kayak is supposed to provide accelerated lateral movement--if properly coordinated with a counter-balancing pull of the paddle and a slight lateral flick of the hips. But the stroke requires practice, and I extended my...

Hot rod {tow}: these upgrades can instantly add some heat to your family tow vehicle.(Sport utility vehicles)
July 1, 2006... IT'S EASIER THAN YOU THINK to hot rod your pickup or SUV nowadays. Many of these highlighted upgrades can be done by simply plugging in parts, using a few basic hand tools and following instructions to "bolt on" the parts. However, sometimes...

Purely essential: clean drinking water in the campground is not an optional accessory.
July 1, 2006... You may be asking, "Why do I need a water filter or purifier? I stay at campgrounds with tap water." The answer is that even "trusted" water supplies such as that can be contaminated. It's best to protect you and your family with a system of...

Water sport: kayaks and canoes can make your camping trips wet and wild.
July 1, 2006... 1] ADVANCED ELEMENTS ADVANCEDFRAME CONVERTIBLE Versatility is the theme for the AdvancedFrame Convertible--a solo or tandem kayak that can run topless or with a single- or double-cockpit deck and can break down for easy transport. Unlike...

Gallery.
July 1, 2006... West Mitten Monument Valley, Arizona This month's Gallery features the photography of John Levandoski of Courtdale, Pennsylvania. Camping Life will pay $100 per photograph for original color transparencies (slides) selected for...

Wildlife hot spots: 10 terrific places for close encounters of the wild kind.
July 1, 2006... As the morning sun peeks over the horizon, shrouds of fog wafting through your campsite transform into brilliant shafts of crimson and gold. Soaking in this perfect, picture-postcard setting, you think, "Nothing could make this camping trip any...

Scope it out: viewing your favorite animal is done easier and better with a pair of binoculars or spotting scope.(Buyers guide)
July 1, 2006... In the market for a new pair of binoculars or a spotting scope? Binoculars are offered in two basic designs: roof and porro prism. Porro prism models generally offer certain advantages over roof-prism models such as better optical quality,...

RV test: Airstream Safari 22.(Cover story)
July 1, 2006... On an 18-day, 3500-mile adventure from Milwaukee to the top of the Canadian Province of Manitoba and back, we lived in the Airstream Safari 22 travel trailer. And after experiencing a spectrum of camping scenarios (everything from full hook-ups...

Camping spotlight.
July 1, 2006... NRRS CAMPGROUNDS Cedar Lake Recreation Area This 86-acre lake, surrounded by oak, hickory, and pine covered hills, is a perfect place to enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. THE SETTING: Campers and day visitors are welcome and...

And off we go ...(New Products)(Buyers guide)
July 1, 2006... 1 Organized Junk in Your Trunk For groceries, odds and ends, and gear, Thule now offers a large-capacity (24X14X12 inches) Go Box that offers 4000 cubic inches of volume. Its handles make it easy to move around while no-skid rubber pads...

Take the bite out of bugs: how do you keep from being bitten by mosquitoes when camping? While never going outdoors is the only way to guarantee absolutely no bites, there are successful strategies that can cut your risks and allow you to get out of the house.(Outdoorsman)
July 1, 2006... Attractions. Mosquitoes identify us by scent, and are attracted to the carbon dioxide we exhale. Anecdotal evidence seems to indicate that mosquitoes like feeding off men rather than women. Tests have shown that mosquitoes are attracted by...

Origin of the winds from an eskimo story: long ago, when the world was still quite new, there were no winds at all. Everything was perfectly still.(Campfire Story)(Short story)
July 1, 2006... There lived a couple with no children. One night the woman had a strange dream. A dogsled pulled up outside the door. The driver beckoned her. "Come," he said. "Sit with me. I will take you on a journey." The sled rose high into the air through...