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This “Firefall” Only Happens For Two Weeks Each Year
Every year hundreds of visitors gather nightly to witness this stunning transformation of Horsetail ...
1978 Airstream Turned Into A Stunning Treehouse
Kevin and Laura Mooney have a knack for building treehouses that people can’t wait to stay in....
External Batteries vs. Solar Power For Camping
As recently as the turn of this century, the only extra batteries you worried about on a camping tri...
Why Did A Coyote Attack A Skier In Yellowstone?
On Tuesday, January 28th, a 43-year-old woman was bitten by a coyote while skiing in Yellowstone Nat...
Visit these 100 National Parks for FREE on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
As we always say at 50 Campfires, anything that gets you off the couch and outdoors is a good thing!...
Portlandia’s “Get The Gear” Skit Is Spot On
We’ve all seen them on the trail. They have a hydration pack. They have walking sticks. They&#...
Here’s How You Hammock Camp In -40F
Is Youtuber Shugemery a little crazy? Probably. Does he know what he’s doing when it comes to ...
The Best National Parks to Visit in the Winter
Nature lovers often think of winter as the off-season. You don’t play football in May, and you don’t...
Gear Of The Year Awards 2019
2019 is coming to a close, and it’s time for us to talk about our favorite gear! Like every ou...
What to Look For in a Camping Stove
When you’re deep in the woods, it’s important to find yourself the right stove. After all, no campin...
5 Reasons to Start Snowshoeing This Winter
When it comes to winter sports, most people think of skiing, snowboarding, or sledding. Maybe tubing...
5 Tips To Sleep Better at the Campsite
Nobody loves camping as much as we do. It’s a thoroughly engaging experience, without the distractio...
2019 Outdoor Gift Guide
Shopping for outdoor enthusiasts isn’t easy. They tend to be practical folks that buy gear whe...
Thanksgiving Camping Recipes With Barrett Family Wines
Thanksgiving recipes and wine pairing guide from Barrett Family Wines Thanksgiving is right around t...
How to Insulate a Tent For Winter Camping
How to Insulate a Tent For Winter Camping So how do you keep warm when you’re camping on a cold, win...
Geocaching – What It Is And How To Get Started
Why wouldn’t you add a treasure hunt to your hike? Geocaching is a strange phenomenon. There a...
The Fastest, Easiest Way To Start A Fire
One of the most common questions I get is, “what’s the easiest way to start a fire?̶...
The RIGHT Way To Lay In A Hammock
The right way to lay in a hammock I love hammocks. They’re portable, easy to use, and comforta...
Cooking In The Vistabule Teardrop Trailer
Cooking In The Vistabule Teardrop Trailer On the last 50 Campfires trip, I had the opportunity to hi...
Vistabule Teardrop Trailer Review: Four Rainy Days In Northern MN [VIDEO]
Vistabule Teardrop Trailer Review: Four Rainy Days In Northern MN Teardrop trailers have a unique hi...

Videos

Camp Cooking

Strawberry Oreo Walking Dessert
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Sometimes finding a camping friendly dessert can be a challenge. Particularly challenging ...
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Teddy Grahams Walking S’MORE
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Looking For The Best Camping Coffee Maker?
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Frozen Sweet Treats
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Easy Pie Iron Stuffed French Toast
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Kingston Colada Cocktail
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12 Tips for Trophy-Worthy Homemade Jerky
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The Ultimate Beerita Recipe To Liven Up Your Campsite
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Italian Crazy Bread Loaf
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Camping Tips

5 Great Uses For A Blue Tarp
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Sometimes the simplest and least expensive piece of gear can be the ...
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What I Learned By Drinking Only Mississippi River Water For a Week
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External Batteries vs. Solar Power For Camping
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Don’t Let Adventure Go By the Wayside
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The 10 Most Overlooked Camping Items
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Trailer Tips: Towing Camping Trailers with Water Tanks
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DIY Firewood Rack
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3 Tips To Get You Started Stargazing
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Getting Started RVing With Help From Jo Ann Bender
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The Sheet Bend Knot
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Quick Tip For Repelling Ticks
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4 Outdoor Yard Games For Kids
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Renting an RV: 9 Questions You Must Always Ask
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Camping Gear

The Most Rugged Smartphone Cases Money Can Buy

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If you spend a lot of time in the great outdoors, you’re ...

The Warmest Winter Hats We Could Find

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Perhaps the hardest task when dressing well for cold weather is finding ...

5 Best Winter Boots For Women

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5 Best Winter Boots For Women The winter is upon us, and ...

5 Insanely Warm Winter Socks

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Warm winter socks are a must-have! With heavy snow striking some parts ...

5 Best Winter Boots For Men

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5 Best Winter Boots For Men While our calendars still tell us ...

Fireside Outdoor Pop Up Fire Pit: Review

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The Fireside Outdoor Pop Up Fire Pit gets it right. I’ve tested ...

The GCI Outdoor Freeform Zero Gravity Lounger: Review

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Zero gravity loungers have been around for a while now. They’re meant ...

What to Look for in a Winter Parka

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What to Look for in a Winter Parka As the first autumn ...

Got A Birthday? Don’t Forget The Fishing Poles!

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On our last 50 Campfires Field Trip, we had the good ...

How To Carve A Spoon At The Campsite

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A few years ago I was camping with some friends, and as ...

First Time Fishing Tips To Get Your Kids Hooked!

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One of our favorite things to do is introduce people to fishing. ...

10 Do’s And Don’ts For First Boating Adventures

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At 50 Campfires, we believe in getting them started young when it ...

What Do the Numbers on Binoculars Mean?

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What Do the Numbers on Binoculars Mean? If you’re shopping for binoculars, ...

How to Choose Binoculars For Outdoor Adventures

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How to Choose Binoculars A good pair of binoculars should be part ...

Do I Need a Bear Canister?

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Do I need a bear canister? That’s a good question. When you’re ...

The Best GPS Apps For Hiking – Pros And Cons

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Best GPS Apps For Hiking As recently as the turn of this ...

21 Crave Worthy Cast Iron Desserts

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10 Favorite Vegetarian Camping Recipes

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“Why don’t you give us more vegetarian recipes?” is one of the ...

stuffed pumpkin sliced in half to reveal layers.

Stuffed Pumpkin Done Picture Perfect

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This is a bold side dish, but the end result is a ...

Door County Cherry and Cucumber Salad

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This is a light, quick salad that makes the most of the ...

Door County Fish Boil for Two

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The traditional Door County Fish Boil is a tourist spectacle that turns ...

Smoked Fish Spread With A Horseradish Bite

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This smoked fish spread is sure to please! Most anywhere you go ...

The Cudighi Sandwich : An Upper Michigan Classic

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Even after hearing it, we’re not sure how to pronounce it either, ...

Johnsonville Spicy Black Pepper Brats

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The brats themselves are traditional, but this topping offers a twist … ...

This “Firefall” Only Happens For Two Weeks Each Year

1978 Airstream Turned Into A Stunning Treehouse

The Most Rugged Smartphone Cases Money Can Buy

Alabama

Camping Desoto Caverns in Alabama
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Camp Alabama had the opportunity to speak with Amanda Treadwell from Desoto ...
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Camping at Goose Pond Colony Campground
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Camping at Talladega Creekside Resort
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Camping at Cheaha State Park
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