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12 Tips for Sustainable Hammock Camping
Campouts are at the heart of Scouting, and hammocks have become a popular way to sleep comfortably under the stars. In addition to being relaxing, hammocks are a lot of fun — especially when everyone...
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How to Make Cornbread in a Dutch Oven
By Leslie and Steve Lovett Photographs by W. Garth Dowling This delicious side dish will compliment your Dutch-oven dinner menu. GOLDEN DUTCH-OVEN CORNBREAD Serves about 12 4-5 Tbsp. canola oil 2 cups...
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How to Roast a Turkey in a Dutch oven
Thanksgiving Dutch-Oven Turkey 2 tablespoons canola oil Three large onions: two sliced into half-inch-thick rings and one quartered Six large sprigs of fresh rosemary (can substitute 6 tablespoons...
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How to Make Stuffing in a Dutch Oven
TDutch-Oven Stuffing Serves about 12 2 tablespoons canola oil One large onion, chopped 2 cups celery, chopped One bell pepper, chopped One loaf day-old bread, cubed and placed into large mixing bowl...
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How to Make a Cranapple Pie in a Dutch Oven
Parchment paper Prepared pie dough for a 9-inch pie 3 cups peeled, cored and sliced Granny Smith apples (about five apples) 3 cups fresh cranberries: 2 cups coarsely chopped, 1 cup whole 1/2 cup...
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How to Make a Backpacking Sled
Hikes are harder in the winter. You need more gear to stay warm. And soft snow makes walking with heavy backpacks even more difficult. But don’t worry. With a little time and a plastic sled, you are...
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How to Build a Snow Cave
A T-shaped snow cave is a quick and efficient way to protect yourself from even the worst winter storm. Locate a large snow drift or steep, stable snow slope, and start digging with the instructions...
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Keep Smellables Out of Your Tent
Whether you’re camping in bear country or in an area with smaller curious critters (even if they might be harmless), take special care of your smellables. A smellable is any object that might attract...
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Is It OK to Eat Snow?
Short answer: It depends. The CDC’s Winter Weather FAQ includes the question: What should I do if I get stranded in cold weather? Among the answers — Wrap your entire body, including your head, in...
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4 Signs That Stormy Weather Is On The Way
The following rhymes are classic ways to predict that bad weather could be in the forecast: 1. “Red sky at morning, sailor take warning.” Dry, dusty air is moving away from you toward the east. Clouds...
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The Wimpy Kid’s Guide to Outdoor Survival
Greg Heffley might be the “Wimpy Kid” of book and big-screen fame, but he’s no wimp when it comes to camping. (Or is he?) Greg politely declined our offer of a Boy Scout Handbook and Fieldbook,...
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All About Avalanche Safety
Avalanches are a serious concern for all travelers whose outings take them into snowy, mountainous regions. An avalanche occurs when snow breaks loose on a slope, or when a cornice of snow collapses...
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How to Make an Oven for Solar-Powered Cooking
You don’t need four burners and a gas line to make some great-tasting trail food. All you need is plenty of sunlight. Make your own solar oven and feed the whole group. Solar ovens work by bouncing...
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How to Build a Hand Wash Station
This wash station is sturdy, portable and very useful when camping away from washroom facilities. Here’s how to build it. Click here for more detailed directions and information about the lashings...
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How to Use an Ax to Chop Wood
The ax is one of the oldest tools humans have ever used. It’s still one of the best for gathering wood. But you must know what you’re doing. The ax is one of the oldest tools humans have ever used....
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How to Build a Stand-Alone Camp Table
This small camp table stands up by itself and provides a convenient raised surface for cooking and other uses. Here’s how to build it. Click here for more detailed directions and information about the...
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Spotted an Animal in the Wild? Add It to Our Wildlife Photo Gallery
One of the most memorable experiences you can have in the outdoors is spotting a wild animal in its natural habitat. Even better is getting a photo of it. Check out these wildlife photos taken by Boys’...
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