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Learning about camping.

admin — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 23:40:11 +0000

Inexperienced campers are prone to making mistakes until – by virtue of trial and error – they figure out what works and what doesn’t. Some newbies pack like they’re going to a faraway land for an entire month, and others leave out critical equipment and supplies. But these aren’t the only false steps taken by amateur campers. They soon learn the importance of selecting the appropriate camp site.

When hiking in high altitudes, you can’t just hammer in your tent stakes wherever you wish. Consider the wind, rain and other elements that might affect your comfort during the night. Look for a well-insulated stand of trees or a large rock outcropping and pitch your tent on the leeward side. This will keep the wind from piercing your tent in the night or blowing your supplies all over the mountain.

Bring on the camping gear.

admin — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 23:34:24 +0000

Outdoor enthusiasts need to know what things to bring when going on an adventure. They should be knowledgeable enough to differentiate between items needed for a day hike or a weekend camping trip, for example. When it comes to camping gear, here are several must-haves that you need to bring to be able to survive life in the wilds for a few days:

~Adequately sized backpack and sleeping bag

~Tent, jacket, extra pair of socks, hiking boots

~Flashlight, extra batteries, matches

~Small first aid kit

~Pocket knife, compass

~Food and cookware

~Water, bottle, and water-treatment supplies

Joe the camper — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 05:43:16 +0000

GunslingerTM Corral Hunting Holster Product Review

I know I’m not the only one that finds it difficult keeping a rifle slung on one’s shoulder while maintaining one’s balance climbing over rocks and deadfalls, or crossing creeks and logs, or low crawling to that ideal vantage point. And it sure seems like the rifle picks the most inopportune time to slip, clanking against a rock and dinging the scope or stock.

It’s just always been something that as hunters we’ve had to put up with — until now. Enter the Gunslinger Corral from New Frontier Products, a simple device that attaches to any belt, from a standard pants belt to the belt on a back pack, and if you’re a suspender man and don’t have a belt, well it comes with its own.

This isn’t a gimmick, it really works. I could write a few hundred more words about it, and I will just as soon as I’m back from my Canadian Moose hunt, but watching the Gunsligner Corral video will demonstrate what a great product this is. And just in time for hunting season. Affordable hunting gear.

Firearms!!

Joe the camper — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 21:52:42 +0000

We now carry all of your hunting needs as well as all your camping needs. We now carry affordablehand guns, affordable rifles, affordable combination firearms, affordable revolvers, and affordable shotguns. We carry many brand names in firearms. We carry Braztech, Browning, CZ, FNH USA, Glock, H & R, Heritage, Knight, Marlin, Mossburg, Rossi, Savage Arms, Savage Rimfire, Taurus, Thompson Center, Traditions,Walther, and Winchester Guns. We can have them delivered to a local gun store in your area with in a couple days. We have over 20,000 guns in stock. We are very competitive in pricing. Give us a holler and we can suit your needs with affordable firearms to suit your hunting needs.

Under The Stars

admin — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 18:59:35 +0000

If you asked a panel of outdoors enthusiasts about their favorite camping experiences, chances are you would get a whole host of different responses. Some people relish the chance to view wild animals in a pristine wilderness environment. Others cherish the chance to reconnect with their families, away from hectic work schedules and technological distractions.

In any case, more than a few responses to this survey would reveal a deep-seated love for “sleeping underneath the stars.” This is an integral part of roughing it, and most campers seize the opportunity whenever the weather permits. Sleeping bags aren’t the only option for campers, however; a camping hammock offers that unparalleled starlight view without the detriment of sleeping on the hard ground

Hunters get ready !!

Joe the camper — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:23:25 +0000

We should have our gun line up and running soon. Our FFl has been approved and we will be selling guns and ammo. We carry many kinds affordable firearms. We have affordable handguns, affordable rifles, affordable combination firearms, affordable pistols, and affordable shotguns. We will have most of the name brands like: Braztech, Browning , CZ, FNH USA Inc., Glock, Heckler & Koch, Heritage, H & R, Knight, Marlin, Mossberg, Rossi, Savage Arms, Savage Rimfire, Taurus, Thompson Center, Traditions, Walther, and Winchester guns. We have many to choose from and all hunters and gamesmen will find what they will need for the big hunt. We will have the gun delivered to any licensed FFL within 3 days. You will be able to fill out your paperwork at the gun store you’re most comfortable with.

Folding Beach And Camping Chair.

admin — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 04:27:15 +0000

When going to the beach, it’s a great idea to take a folding beach chair with you. Typically when people go to the beach, BBQ grills, volleyballs, and picnic supplies. But the one thing that someone shouldn’t forget is the beach chair.

Resting your feet in the sand while taking in the sunshine is apt to become the new great American pastime, or really the pastime of anybody who appreciates the fine art of rest and relaxation. Available for a low price, you can find a good folding beach chair at several retailers.

Camping Sites in Arizona 21

Joe the camper — Thu, 21 May 2009 17:28:06 +0000

Burnt Corral at Apache Lake
Arizonians love their desert lakes, and one the most spectacular is Apache Lake along the Apache Trail. The long, narrow body of water allows boaters access to remote desert wilderness. The Burnt Corral Campground offers aquatic sports enthusiasts the opportunity to moor their boat right at campsite, as the tents line the eastern shore of the lake. Shade from the sweltering summer sun is at a minimum, but the cool lake water is only a few feet away.
Don’t miss it: The drive up Apache Trail is one of the most scenic and breathtaking in Arizona.

Directions: Take SR 88 north from Apache Junction to reach the campsite.

More info: Tonto Basin Ranger District, 520-467-3200

Bonito
I look upward and marvel at the profile of the multi-storied structure as it embraces the clear, azure sky. Built entirely of red sandstone, the Wukoki Ruin at Wupatki seems to be on fire as the rising sun envelops more and more of the building. You don’t have to be an anthropologist to be fascinated by the ruins of ancient Indian cultures. Here at Wupatki, you can observe the remains of the Anasazi and Sinagua architecture constructed almost 900 years ago. Bonito is the closest campground to pitch a tent while exploring the ruins. It has all the amenities, such as paved roads and an auditorium for campfire programs.

Directions: Take SR 89 north from Flagstaff for 12 miles. Turn east on FR 545 to reach the campground.

More info: Peaks Ranger Station, 520-526-0866

Camping Sites in Arizona 20

Joe the camper — Wed, 20 May 2009 05:52:58 +0000

Pinery Canyon
Chiricahua National Monument
So, the Bonita Campground at the Chiricahua National Monument is full and you had your heart set on spending the weekend hiking the monument’s numerous trails? There’s an easy and beautiful solution: Pinery Canyon. It’s cool and spacious, without the crowd of RVs that populate the monument. Located in towering pines, you have a great opportunity to see wildlife after returning from a hard day of hiking. Bears are known to roam Pinery Canyon, so appropriate precautions must be taken. (For me, a visit from the local bruins adds excitement to a pristine camping experience.) You’ll find it’s not necessary to go to the monument to find superior trails. Ida Peak and Pinery Horsefall are just two of the excellent hiking opportunities.

Directions: Take SR 196 south to its junction with SR 181. Turn left on SR 186 until you see the sign for Pinery Canyon (FR 42), just outside the entrance to the monument. Take FR 42 up to the campground.

More info: Douglas Ranger District, 520-364-3468

Honeymoon

It’s not necessary to be newly married to stay at the Honeymoon Campground. But now that I think about it, maybe a honeymoon in this wooded paradise is a good idea. (The name originates from the time a ranger brought his new bride to Eagle Creek.) The real attraction here is the remote location to put up your tent and a plethora of wildlife viewing opportunities. Over several years and visits, I’ve viewed javelina, turkeys, coyotes and bobcats in the surrounding wilderness. Hiking on East Eagle Creek and Robinson Mesa trails offers entertaining diversions. Oh, a bit of advice: Be sure your bride wasn’t expecting Hawaii before you decide to honeymoon at the campground.
Directions: Head north on SR 191 from Clifton. Take FR 217 for 21 miles to reach the campground.

More info: Clifton Ranger Station, 520-687-1301

Camping Sites in Arizona 19

Joe the camper — Sun, 17 May 2009 17:08:06 +0000

Potato Patch on Mingus Mountain
Jerome
Without a doubt, ghost towning is one of the most popular activities in the state; abandoned mining camps are spread across the entire territory. Many were literal flashes-in-the-pan: A quick strike quickly played out and the residents disappeared. Where precious metals were found in larger quantities, more enduring towns were established.Jerome, on Mingus Mountain, is one the most picturesque of these mining communities. Built directly on the steep mountainsides, some of the ramshackle buildings slide a few feet down the hillside every year. Much of the town has been restored and thrives as an artist’s colony and one of the state’s top tourist attractions.
Potato Patch is the closest campground to the bustling town. It rests high on the mountain, offering tall ponderosa pines as shelter to those seeking rest after a day of shopping in old Jerome. Hiking in nearby Woodchute Wilderness is another popular pastime. It is a good place to pitch your tents, and enjoy the nite sky from your sleeping bag.

Don’t miss it: Spend an evening waiting for Elvis or Jimmy Hoffa to appear while nursing a beer in the Spirit Room (one of my favorite haunts in Jerome). Then watch the stars twinkle through the pine boughs while stretched out on the ground at Potato Patch.

Directions: Take SR 89 west out of Jerome until you see the sign for the campground.

More info: Verde Ranger District, 520-567-4121

Lynx Lake
Prescott
Striking it rich: Thoughts of wealth fill my mind as I strain for a flash of gold in the swirling muddy water and gravel of a handheld pan. Although my labors are in vain this day, there’s something hypnotic about the whirlpooling vortex. I’m outside the popular retirement community of Prescott, at the forested retreat of Lynx Lake. Golden morning sunlight streams through tall ponderosa pines lining the lake’s edges. Fishermen in boats appear silently suspended in the morning mist. While gold panning is a popular diversion, fishing is the main attraction at this destination.

Directions: Take the Walker Road turn-off about five miles outside Prescott. Follow Walker Road to the campground.

More info: Bradshaw Ranger District, 520-445-7253