Camping Life articles from November 2006

Camping Life archives from November 2006

Armchair camping.(Campsite)
November 1, 2006... For many outdoor enthusiasts, especially those living in the northern regions of the country, camping out may be a dream many months away. Certainly there are those hardy folk who will venture into the great white wilderness for a weekend of...

Small and big spaces meet.(Trail Signs)(Product/service evaluation)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Just because small packages are small doesn't mean they can't provide big results. That's what the people at Little Guy Trailers and tent maker Paha Que Wilderness believe. The two companies have partnered to offer customers a 2-in-1 package: A...

NWF Expeditions: where the wild things are.(Trail Signs)
November 1, 2006... There are expedition tours, and then there are expedition tours by the National Wildlife Federation, which, for 2007, offers some exotic trips under its Expeditions Travel Program. Each trip has been designed to emphasize the unique wildlife of...

REI's Weekend Getaways: fit Americans' compressed vacation time.(Trail Signs)
November 1, 2006... Now those with limited time can plan a trip through REI's Weekend Getaways program. The two- to four-day getaways in the program, which was piloted in 2005, are offered year-round and are suited for people of all abilities to backpack, hike,...

Cover credits.(Correction notice)
November 1, 2006... We inadvertently neglected to publish the cover photo credits for two recent issues of Camping Life. The April 2006 issue cover photo is [c] David Brownell Photography. The cover photo for the August 2006 issue is [c] Harrison...

New diesel fuel, motor oil standards in 2007.(Trail Signs)
November 1, 2006... New diesel-powered light and medium-duty vehicles are required to use ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD) fuel to help meet stricter emissions limits for 2007. The fuel will also ensure the correct functioning of the new diesel engine technology and...

The great gray goose.(Wildlife)
November 1, 2006... It was early December. As we fed an impatient herd of cattle flaky bales of alfalfa hay, my father suddenly straightened from the task and urged me to listen. We heard the raucous melody of waterfowl come wafting through the crisp, winter sky....

Here's the scoop.(Camp Kitchen)(Recipe)
November 1, 2006... Fingers came before forks, so why scrub plates and utensils when you can gather the tribe around a common bowl and dig in? These dips are easy on the camp cook, fun to eat, and nutritious enough to make an entire meal. Have napkins and wet...

(1) Minox BD 10x44 BP binoculars.(PRODUCT TEST)
November 1, 2006... A good set of binoculars is a camper's best friend. Whether you're an avid birder stalking the woods or a casual observer of roadside wildlife, binoculars are hardly an accessory when spending time outdoors. They also prove themselves worthy as...

(2) Fargason Tent Chair.(PRODUCT TEST)
November 1, 2006... Have you ever spent the day moving your camp chair around to stay in the shade? It's a hassle, and now, completely unnecessary! Fargason Outdoor Technologies has come up with a product that will allow you to always be seated in a cool place out...

(3) Columbia Frontier Peak GTX hiking boots.(PRODUCT TEST)
November 1, 2006... Hiking boots are like any shoe you wear--one style doesn't fit every need. But the Columbia Frontier Peak GTX might be the only hiking boot you'll need during the spring, summer and fall months. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] I field-tested a...

Glaciers to rain forests: Washington's Olympic Peninsula offers a broad spectrum of outdoor recreational opportunities.
November 1, 2006... It's just a few hours drive from Seattle, but the Olympic Peninsula feels like a completely different world. The most northwestern corner of the United States has peaks of nearly 8000 feet right next to temperate rain forests that see 140...

2007 tow ratings.(Product/service evaluation)
November 1, 2006... It's a good year when a number of new pickups, SUVs and engines are introduced to the towing public. General Motors is introducing the "New" Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickup trucks [offered with an all-new 6.2-liter engine in...

State tow laws.(Table)
November 1, 2006... As published in AAA's 72nd Edition Digest of Motor Laws Weight Max. Reliving Towing Max. Max....

Gallery.(Brief article)(Photograph)
November 1, 2006... This month's Gallery features the photography of Drew Rush of Jackson, Wyoming. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Camping Life will pay...

Season of giving: some unique and useful stocking-stuffers for all types of campers.
November 1, 2006... (1) Big Small Knife Small and lightweight, the Benchmade Benchmite II (Model No. 10610) is a folding knife that weighs 1.6 ounces, and has a closed length of less than 31/2 inches. It also features a 1.92-inch Tanto drop-point blade in...

Power trip: upgrading your vehicle with a Banks PowerPack can remarkably improve its towing performance.
November 1, 2006... Given the complexities of modifying a modern diesel truck, owners are well advised to consider a fully tested and integrated performance system when upgrading their rig's engine. Cherry-picking parts from different aftermarket companies may...

Starcraft RV Centennial 3608 folding camping trailer.(RV TEST)
November 1, 2006... Tent trailers, or as the industry refers to them, folding camping trailers, offer all the basic amenities of RV camping such as off-the-ground sleeping on a real mattress, air-conditioning, heating, a shower, a sink, and refrigerated food and...

Camping spotlight.
November 1, 2006... Texas State Parks Bastrop State Park Find beautiful pine trees, cabins and more only a short drive east of Texas' capital city. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] THE SETTING: Located in the picturesque "Lost Pines" region of East...

Winter dehydration: it can sneak up on you.(Outdoorsman)
November 1, 2006... Dehydration can be, in some ways, more dangerous in winter than in summer. Technically, dehydration is a condition that exists when our bodies are depleted of water through normal processes of life (sweating, urinating, breathing) and that...

Get cozy this season.(New Products)
November 1, 2006... 1 Columbia Sportswear Tabor Jacket The Tabor Jacket for men is an all-purpose, stretch piece made mostly of polyester, but has a 4-percent elastine soft shell with a polyester trim. It offers multifunction pockets, articulated elbows for...

Holiday stories: the last of these tales you may want to consider for older ears only, as it could be too much "history" for children. All, however, are presented as holiday season "factoids." Use them at campfires or parties to get the season's cheer started.(Campfire Story)
November 1, 2006... Christmas Tree. The Christmas tree tradition, as we know it today, may have started in the 8th Century, when St. Boniface was converting the Germanic tribes. They worshipped oak trees and decorated them at winter solstice. Boniface is said to...