Backpacking & Camping Tips : Avoiding Ticks When Camping

Posted: May 20th, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Tips | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments »




The best ways to defend against ticks when camping is to wear long pants or a pair of gators on the boots. Discover how to avoid ticks and check critical areas of the body when camping with tips from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking. Expert: Richard Fields Bio: Richard Fields has been an avid backpacker and backcountry guide for over 25 years. Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves


Backpacking & Camping Tips : Packing a Backpack

Posted: May 18th, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Tips | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , | 13 Comments »


When packing a backpack, the heaviest stuff should be closest to the backpacker’s center of gravity. Pack a backpack efficiently with tips on where to place specific items from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking. Expert: Richard Fields Bio: Richard Fields has been an avid backpacker and backcountry guide for over 25 years. Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves


Backpacking & Camping Tips : How to Wear a Backpack

Posted: May 14th, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Tips | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , | 12 Comments »




When wearing a backpack, take a wide stance, bend the knees and keep the back straight. Wear a backpack properly comfortably and avoid injuries with tips from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking. Expert: Richard Fields Bio: Richard Fields has been an avid backpacker and backcountry guide for over 25 years. Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves


Backpacking & Camping Tips : How to Pitch a Tent

Posted: May 8th, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Tips | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , | 11 Comments »




Before going on a backpacking or camping trip, it’s best to practice setting up a tent at home. Pitch a tent in a flat, comfortable area with tips from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking. Expert: Richard Fields Bio: Richard Fields has been an avid backpacker and backcountry guide for over 25 years. Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves


Backpacking & Camping Tips : Breaking In Hiking Boots

Posted: May 6th, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Tips | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , | 19 Comments »




Before lacing up a pair of hiking boots, a finger should fit behind the heel when the toes are all the way to the front. Break in a pair of hiking boots and use different lacing techniques with tips from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking. Expert: Richard Fields Bio: Richard Fields has been an avid backpacker and backcountry guide for over 25 years. Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves


Backpacking & Camping Tips : Buying Hiking Boots

Posted: May 4th, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Tips | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , | 10 Comments »

The type of hiking boots a backpacker should buy depends on what their needs are. Buy hiking boots for light hiking, rugged terrain or general purpose with tips from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking. Expert: Richard Fields Bio: Richard Fields has been an avid backpacker and backcountry guide for over 25 years. Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves


How to Plan Camping Trips : How To Make a Camping Checklist

Posted: April 23rd, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Checklist | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | 16 Comments »


Keep a checklist for the full camping experience. Learn hiking tips and other advice on the outdoors in this free video. Expert: Albert William Hedgepeth Bio: Albert Hedgepeth has hiked the Appalachian Trail, covering a distance of over 2168 miles on foot. His vision quest provided a multitude of knowledge on the subjects of hiking and basic camping. Filmmaker: Albert Hedgepeth


Backpacking & Camping Tips : Avoiding Blisters When Hiking

Posted: April 22nd, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Tips | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments »


Blisters can be avoided on hiking trips by wearing proper socks and regularly changing socks. Avoid blisters when hiking with tips on using tape and first aid from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking. Expert: Richard Fields Bio: Richard Fields has been an avid backpacker and backcountry guide for over 25 years. Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves


Backpacking & Camping Tips : Food for Backpacking Trips

Posted: April 14th, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Tips | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , | 20 Comments »


When packing food for backpacking trips, decide how many meals are needed and what can be carried. Pick and buy food that will be nutritional and efficient for backpacking trips with tips from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking. Expert: Richard Fields Bio: Richard Fields has been an avid backpacker and backcountry guide for over 25 years. Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves


Backpacking & Camping Tips : Staying Warm in a Sleeping Bag

Posted: April 5th, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Tips | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , | 25 Comments »

When using a sleeping bag, stay warm by zipping it up all the way, laying on an insulated pad and wearing long underwear. Stay warm in a sleeping bag with tips on insulation and clothing choices from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking. Expert: Richard Fields Bio: Richard Fields has been an avid backpacker and backcountry guide for over 25 years. Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves