This article contains affiliate links to products selected by our editors. Mental Floss may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. For some outdoor enthusiasts, trekking into the ...

I'm that friend who is always wearing an extra layer. I've never met a sweater, sweatshirt, or barn coat I didn't like. So when I go camping, you'd better bet I'm bringing the puffiest vest, the ...

If you are looking to coax a loved one or friend into the outdoors with you, it might be time to add a camping blanket to your arsenal. While not a traditional camp standby, it has the power to turn a ...

Whether you're on solo maneuvers deep in the backcountry or glamping with everything including the kitchen sink, one common thread joins you together: Being cold is miserable. And while we’ve always ...

Some things will always have a spot on your list of camping essentials, like the best tents, first aid kits, camping knives, and best headlamps. But once you've got those must-have items out of the ...

Everyone deserves a comfy night around the campfire and sound sleep in nature. No matter where you plan to adventure, a warm camping blanket can make or break your time outside, especially when it ...

Let’s be honest: no one needs a down poncho. It’s not an essential camping item like a tent or a toothbrush. But once you move past necessity and into nicety, there is no greater luxury item than the ...

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