The comfort afforded couples through double sleeping bags is second-to-none. While camping is an escape into solitude, it doesn’t mean that you must forsake all the comforts of modernity–especially your significant otherÂ’s warm touch in the cold, starry night. Unfortunately, most extra wide sleeping bags aren’t designed for mountainous camping weather, which can creep into […]
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Best Dog Sleeping Bag
by Perry Rosenbloom 2 Comments
A dog sleeping bag? Really? Believe it or not, yes, there are sleeping bags made to keep your canine comfortable and warm through the night. “But, dogs are natural animals, with lots of hair to keep them warm. They can tough it out,” you think. Wrong. While breeds such as Malamutes and Huskies are designed […]
Sleeping Bag Storage
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Your sleeping bag’s lifespan is dependent on your sleeping bag storage techniques, both long-term during off-season and while in the tent. So be sure to bookmark this page and return before a hiking trip or after coming home from one. You’ve spent enough cash investing in the best sleeping bag for your camping needs. By […]
What's The Best Sleeping Bag For Your Vacation?
by Perry Rosenbloom 1 Comment
Determining the best sleeping bag for your Montana vacation is key to your happiness. While it’s possible to find bargain, discounted sleeping bags, if you purchase a cheap sleeping bag from Wal-mart, you’re guaranteed nights of cold and misery. Don’t fail to invest in a quality sleeping bag or you risk compromising your entire vacation, […]
Bear Repellent
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Hiking in Glacier National Park without bear repellent puts the lives of your entire hiking party at risk. The fact is, Glacier National Park is prime grizzly bear habitat. Although they’re not aggressive toward humans by nature, grizzly bear attacks happen. In the event of encountering an aggressive grizzly bear, bear spray is the only […]
Camping & Hiking Safety Tips
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These hiking tips are common knowledge to seasoned hikers, but when I was first exploring Glacier National Park as a kid from New York, I certainly didn’t know these. Before beginning, a common link throughout is that of observation. Glacier National Park’s rugged and remote, so even on the most mild and easy day hikes, […]
Portable Water Filter Guide
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Water purification is a necessity in Glacier National Park. Owning a lightweight, portable water filter makes this process safe and efficient. Plus, sitting by a stream or lake, listening to the water rush past, and gazing at the Montana mountains surrounding you makes filtering your water a pleasurable experience. Why You Need to Filter Water […]
Hiking & Backpacking Equipment
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There are a few, hiking & backpacking equipment items a day hiker shouldn’t leave base camp without. First and foremost, An Internal-Frame Day Pack I suggest one with the capability to hold your camel back hydration system, or just buy a hydration backpack, as it makes drinking water a far easier task than drinking from […]
Purchasing the Best Hiking Boots
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Finding the best hiking boots to use on trails in Glacier National Park is a difficult process. But please, don’t discount the necessity of one: if you fail to invest your money in a good day-pack, hiking pants/shirts, or a hydration backpack, hopefully it’s because you bought yourself a solid hiking boot. A true hiker […]
Sports Hydration Backpack Systems
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Without question, a hydration backpack is the most effective way to maintain healthy hydration levels while hiking. And while hiking at elevations hovering around 8,000 feet, your body’s going to dehydrate quickly, regardless of whether your home is at sea level or the Rockies. Even if your travel plans are only hiking Glacier National Park’s […]
