Most outdoor enthusiasts are aware of the National Parks, National Monuments, National Forests, National Grasslands, National Seashores, and even National Wildlife Refuges … but did you know the United States also has a National Trails System? In fact, the National Trails System in the U.S. totals more than 60,000 miles in all 50 states. That’s [...]
Team 50 Campfires and their decked out rig tackle the Mount Washington Auto Road. You don’t know what that is? Buckle up and hang on tight. It’s an exciting ride you don’t want to miss! As you sit at the foot of the Mount Washington Auto Road, you may look at what lies ahead and [...]
Wheelchair-friendly fishing boats weren’t a thing until John Fohs decided to create one after struggling to take his wheelchair-bound father fishing. He joined up with Virginia Beach fishing buddy Dolph Jerabek to start the nonprofit Wheels on Deck – an organization designed to get more anglers with disabilities out on the water. The Bazinga, a 43-foot North Carolina-built fishing [...]
We’ve all grown up using DEET. You’d be hard pressed to find a camp box that that doesn’t have at least one can of OFF. In fact, it’s more likely that you find two or three: regular OFF, family OFF for the beach, and Deep Woods OFF for when things get serious. DEET has it’s [...]
Among countless other things, Hurricane Harvey has left many damaged boats in its wake. As reported by the BoatUS Catastrophe Team, Aransas Pass, Port Aransas, and Rockport, TX are the hardest hit areas for recreational boats. To help affected boat owners with the recovery effort, BoatUS has these tips to get the salvage process started [...]
This was a spectacular evening in camp. As if good company and food weren’t enough, we were also treated to the soft sounds of Alyssa Adario for the 50 Campfires Campfire Sessions. Her gentle approach to finger picking and singing set against the lake shore set the tone for a truly relaxing night in camp.
On a warm summer day, your first thought probably isn’t to grab any wool at all. On the contrary! Merino wool is just as useful in the summer as it is in the winter. First off, merino wool is naturally wicking, which means that it’s great at dissipating heat from your body. You’ll stay drier [...]
Sunbathing and surfing draw most tourists to Florida’s Space Coast, but anglers don’t want to miss the opportunity to land huge predators at night. It was sunset on Florida’s Space Coast. By that time the beaches, which are normally packed with tourists throughout the day, were largely empty. The tourist set had spent most of [...]
I can remember my first trip into a mall sunglasses store in my late-teens. I wanted everything, and could afford nothing. Display upon display, filled with $200+ designer frames – encasing the latest and greatest UV and polarized lenses. In my mind, this level of eye protection was the Holy Grail. Without them, my eyes [...]
How to Prepare, What to Pack, and Campsite Safety for a Fun Outdoor Adventure with Your Dog At Redfin, we know that sometimes your home away from home is a tent hidden in the woods. And it wouldn’t feel like your second home without your dog by your side. With summer in full swing, Redfin has [...]
