If there’s one thing I’ve learned from camping with my 15-pound Maltese mix, Poe, it’s that small dogs bring big energy to the great outdoors. Poe absolutely loves camping—sniffing new trails, curling up by the fire, and claiming every sleeping bag as his own. But taking a small dog on a camping trip isn’t as […]
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Camping with your dog is one of the best ways to enjoy the great outdoors together, but just like humans, dogs can run into trouble on the trail. From cuts and scrapes to insect bites and paw injuries, a small mishap can quickly turn into a big problem if you’re not prepared. That’s why carrying
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Everyone loves a hot meal back at camp after a long day hiking, biking, or out on the water. Food always seems to taste better when you’re camping, but a cold sandwich doesn’t quite hit the same way that a warm dish does. This leads us to the first gear review for The Occasional Camper!
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Let’s be real. Sometimes, we just don’t have the time to travel and camp as often as we’d like. Sure, week-long trips to bucket list destinations are nice, but between work, family, budget constraints, and other obligations, they can come few and far between. Enter the trusty weekend trip. You may not be there for
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So you’re scouring the web looking for easy camping breakfast ideas. I, too, have been in your shoes, looking for recipes that would satisfy hunger, wow my taste buds, and be relatively mess-free. And I’m not going to lie— many of the recipes that I’ve come across are so complex that I wouldn’t even make
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Being an ~occasional~ camper means that I’m always looking for ways to be active and get outside in between camping trips. Luckily, I live in Austin, Texas— a city that has no shortage of things to do in the great outdoors. Even in the blistering heat waves of summer, the cool waters of spring-fed pools
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Picture this: you’re nestled in the heart of nature, surrounded by towering trees, crisp fresh air, and the soothing sounds of a babbling brook. You’re not far from the comfort of your car, and you’ve got all the gear you need for a fantastic camping experience. Welcome to the world of car camping! Car camping
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Camping is a great way to get outdoors, connect with nature, and spend quality time with friends or family. But planning a group camping trip can be overwhelming, especially if you’re not used to organizing large events or navigating the logistics of camping. However, with a little bit of preparation and communication, you can plan
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Last October, my friend Lizzie and I found an absolute gem of a campground nestled in the Davy Crockett National Forest. Though we initially booked our site because it was one of the few places that had availability for the weekend that we were looking to go, we ended up falling in love with Ratcliff
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