http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/ en Mon, 20 May 2013 13:52:32 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/{IF}/misc/rss.jpg http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/ http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f79/do-you-have-have-best-equipment-camping-hiking-opinions-10621/ Mon, 20 May 2013 02:43:09 GMT Let me just tell you what Ive got (mainly for hiking) accumulated over the years and still using: My ROKK backpack...Its 4200 ci and has seen... Let me just tell you what Ive got (mainly for hiking) accumulated over the years and still using:

My ROKK backpack...Its 4200 ci and has seen thousands of trail miles over the years. It weighs about 3 lbs I believe. I bought it for about 60 bucks at a ebay store a few years ago and still going strong.

50 degree ultralight sleeping bag from Sportsmans guide years ago still ready for a bunch more trips. I think I paid 20 to 30 bucks on sale.

0 degree ultralight bag Sportsmans guide (weighs 3 lbs not bad) bought on sale for 50 shmackers.

I did get a few things like my stove at REI and water bladder but thats about it.
I actually wish some of my gear would wear out but it just wont die!!!!

Anybody else mindful of saving a few bucks without going to cheap?:tinysmile_grin_t: ]]> Gear Talk Mudslide http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f79/do-you-have-have-best-equipment-camping-hiking-opinions-10621/ http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f87/moleskin-does-help-10620/ Sun, 19 May 2013 16:33:47 GMT I've seen and heard opposite opinions on this. Some people swear by moleskin while some say it is worthless. What's your take on this? My experiences are nor here nor there. ]]> Hiking Barney http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f87/moleskin-does-help-10620/ http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f94/bicycle-powered-camper-van-10619/ Sun, 19 May 2013 14:04:33 GMT Though it's not strictly a way of camping, I couldn't resist sharing this news story with you that I came across yesterday - I can't share the URL as I'm too new here, but if you go to the Daily Mail website and search for the word 'cramper', you'll see what I'm talking about...

It's cute, but I don't think I could stay in it unless I was alone! You would have to know somebody very very well to stay in it together. I do like that it's pedal powered though, very eco-friendly. What do you think? ]]> General Camping Talk WideOpenSpace http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f94/bicycle-powered-camper-van-10619/ http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f94/favorite-region-10618/ Sun, 19 May 2013 10:37:04 GMT Does anyone have a certain region of the country the prefer to camp in? We all know that different regions have specific challenges. The southwest... Does anyone have a certain region of the country the prefer to camp in? We all know that different regions have specific challenges. The southwest for example is going to be different than the northeast because of its climate, the terrain and the native plants and animals. ]]> General Camping Talk Reed http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f94/favorite-region-10618/ http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f81/disaster-survival-blog-series-10617/ Sun, 19 May 2013 00:28:39 GMT I'm thinking of putting some of my experiences to use by writing a series of blog posts about disaster preparation, evacuation and survival. I got a big wakeup call in '05 when Hurricane Rita blew out power and running water for several weeks. We didn't even have cell phone service, all the towers were damaged.

Anyway, I would focus on things like:
making a disaster box (necessities for the household and pets for a week)

a bug out bag (72 hour kit)

identify the threats in an area (potential for flooding, wind damage, roads blocked by fallen trees, etc.)

how to safely evacuate (what to bring, which direction to go, when to leave, etc.)

how to hunker down (securing your house, minimizing damage, stocking water, etc.)

what to do once the disaster hits (taking stock, keeping calm, adapting, keeping busy)

The series would be geared toward common disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, blizzards and wildfires. I'd try to keep the information and instructions simple yet detailed.

I'm very familiar with hurricanes and have had run-ins with tornadoes and a couple of bad snowstorms while driving the rig. I'd need a little more info on tornadoes, blizzards and wildfires from people who have more experience with such occurrences.

What do you guys think? ]]> Wilderness Survival Newanderthal http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f81/disaster-survival-blog-series-10617/ http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f54/anyone-run-into-these-yet-10616/ Sat, 18 May 2013 23:18:58 GMT I've always been amazed by ants. While living in Panama, I though I saw and experienced all I wanted when it came to ants. These fellows seem like a real terror. It's crazy what nature can come up with!

'Crazy' Ants Driving Out Fire Ants in Southeast ]]> Travelers Tavern oldsarge http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f54/anyone-run-into-these-yet-10616/ http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f87/sandals-10615/ Sat, 18 May 2013 22:02:12 GMT I do some hiking, not as much as I would like, but some and use the same boots winter and summer. I don't change them out because they are a good sturdy pair and are finally fitted to my feet enough that they are easy to wear. My question is: Do any of you use sandals in the summer to hike in? I've seen some that have straps and look comfortable, but I don't think I could ever use them. What do you think? ]]> Hiking Scotty http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f87/sandals-10615/ http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f79/hammock-bliss-hamocks-10614/ Sat, 18 May 2013 21:51:33 GMT Does anyone used one for camping? In have switched and I am loving it. Mostly for the ease of setup and takedow, as well as sleeping like a babey. ... Does anyone used one for camping? In have switched and I am loving it. Mostly for the ease of setup and takedow, as well as sleeping like a babey.

bd - Men use thought only to justify their wrong doings, and speech only to
conceal their thoughts. -- Voltaire ]]> Gear Talk bdragon http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f79/hammock-bliss-hamocks-10614/ http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f102/ammo-returning-10613/ Sat, 18 May 2013 09:29:20 GMT Did anyone notice that ammunition is returning to the shelves? On my recent forays into the shopping world, I have found more of it and, of course,... Did anyone notice that ammunition is returning to the shelves? On my recent forays into the shopping world, I have found more of it and, of course, every outfitter I purchase from on the internet is sending e-mails to inform me what is again available for purchase ]]> General Hunting dinosaur http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f102/ammo-returning-10613/ http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f101/went-bowfishing-10612/ Sat, 18 May 2013 08:35:34 GMT I got out with a buddy of mine yesterday bowfishing for carp at the head waters of the Kankakee River. Walked a mile and didn't see a thing. Finally stood up on a bridge and waited. This can be like deer hunting from a stand. Sometimes you wait all day and see nothing, but not yesterday. It took about twenty minutes. Then this ten pounder showed up.

He's fileted out and frozen. We're going to hot smoke him today. Yummy stuff. ]]> Freshwater dinosaur http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f101/went-bowfishing-10612/ http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f59/pipe-smoking-camper-fl-10611/ Fri, 17 May 2013 18:54:18 GMT Hi all! I am a long time camper who live in FL. I have just started using a hammock instead of a tent, and going lighter. I also enjoy pipe... Hi all!

I am a long time camper who live in FL. I have just started using a hammock instead of a tent, and going lighter.

I also enjoy pipe smoking, reading, food and music all of which I can do outside by a fire. I am not a person for large groups. A few friends and family and living the simple life.

I hope to pick up some tips and friends from joining.

bd - Genes load the gun; lifestyle pulls the trigger. ]]> Introductions bdragon http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f59/pipe-smoking-camper-fl-10611/ http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f93/rented-cottage-lake-10610/ Fri, 17 May 2013 14:49:54 GMT When I went out-of-town over last weekend, we ended up renting a cottage on Lake Cobbosseecontee. While the view of the lake was gorgeous, whenever... When I went out-of-town over last weekend, we ended up renting a cottage on Lake Cobbosseecontee. While the view of the lake was gorgeous, whenever it stopped raining, the dock wasn't in yet so we didn't get to truly enjoy the lake. We're going to try to rent the same property later in the summer as it was absolutely gorgeous and huge - 7 bedrooms plus tons of extra rooms. It will make a great location for a family vacation.

I haven't put the pictures on the computer yet, but I got some good ones. I'll try to get those uploaded so I can show you guys what a pretty lake it is. We even had a double rainbow over the water one evening after a sudden shower. ]]> General Water Talk cabinfever http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f93/rented-cottage-lake-10610/ http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f54/going-absent-few-days-10609/ Fri, 17 May 2013 13:51:20 GMT As some may know Cleburne was hit by a tornado Wednesday night, Cleburne is my home town. We caught the edge of a tornado and had some damage to the... As some may know Cleburne was hit by a tornado Wednesday night, Cleburne is my home town.
We caught the edge of a tornado and had some damage to the house and loss of some out buildings and barns. Ripped the pump house to shreds and pulled the well out of the ground about 2 feet!!
House survived but major damage to the roof and windows.
Everyone made it out without a scratch!
Anyway, my time here will be short for the next week or two as we get resituated.
Insurance man should be out this afternoon and everything is tarped and boarded up ready to start rebuilding and repairs.
Glad I didn't skimp on building the house, it is built like Fort Knox.
Neighbors and folks in town were not so fortunate.....
Y'all behave while I am out.
Coz ]]> Travelers Tavern CozInCowtown http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f54/going-absent-few-days-10609/ http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f81/neolithic-man-had-survival-kits-10608/ Thu, 16 May 2013 23:25:11 GMT Hi...


Remember Otzi (the "Ice Man"), who was discovered in the Tyrolean Alps in 1991? He was believed to have met his fate there 5,300 years ago.

Even he carried a survival kit, bearing some semblences to what we might carry today.

His kit included 3 flint tools, a bone awl, a lump of true tinder fungus (which can carry live coals), a copper axe, pressure flaking tools, a scraper, a drill, a small sharp flake, and a dagger.

Amazing, isn't it...that people over 5,000 years ago also carried survival kits, bearing so much resemblence to what many of us might carry now...?? ]]> Wilderness Survival Pathfinder1 http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f81/neolithic-man-had-survival-kits-10608/ http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f54/remember-when-i-said-my-hubby-hooked-me-10607/ Thu, 16 May 2013 05:52:37 GMT Remember when I said my hubby hooked me with a fishing lure? Or rather, I sat on it... (See here... Remember when I said my hubby hooked me with a fishing lure? Or rather, I sat on it... (See here for more info.) Anyways, we got the bill from the hospital yesterday and they want almost three grand for taking it out. Three thousand dollars, all because we don't have health insurance. I just don't understand where three thousand dollars worth of work was performed, or where three thousand dollars worth of materials were used, or even a combination of the two. And I don't know how in the WORLD we're going to pay this bill!! ]]> Travelers Tavern GA_gal http://www.outdoorbasecamp.com/forum/f54/remember-when-i-said-my-hubby-hooked-me-10607/