Outdoor Research, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, is recalling about 900 sets of gloves sold between November of 2008 and January of 2009 due to a potential burn hazard. The problem stems from a potential short … Continue reading
Camping is a great way for a family to get away and do something together, but it can also be a very economical compared to traditional vacations. Here are our costs, from a recent weekend of camping at one of … Continue reading
Thanks to Martha Van Inwegen (@MarthaVan on Twitter) we got to tryout a pack of Action Wipes on last weekend’s camping trip to the beach. Action Wipes are reusable, and made with a woven construction that is much thicker and … Continue reading
The ubiquitous bag chair is as much a part of camping as roasting marshmallows over a fire. These chairs are inexpensive and sufficiently durable to withstand a season, or two, of family camping. The two chairs pictured here represent the … Continue reading
January is a big month for outdoor gear, when a lot of manufacturers show-off their new wares at the annual Consumer Electronics Show and the Winter Outdoor Retailer expo. Even with the economy in the dumps, manufacturers are moving ahead … Continue reading