Camping Gear
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Must Have Gear for the Bigfoot Enthusiast
Whether you believe in the legend of Bigfoot or a skeptic you can still capture the magic of the unknown with some awesome gear. The Legend of Bigfoot The legend of Bigfoot is echoed all over the world through oral tales and written accounts. The cryptid goes by many names from Sasquatch, Wendigo, Yeti and Yowie. Florida even has its own legend of the Skunk Ape. All are about a large wild creature with human features, covered in hair that roams the wilderness. Depending on the story you read the creature can be viewed as a malicious monster that terrorizes campers to a protector of the forest or a harbinger…
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Is a Log Splitter Worth the Investment?
I did a lot of research before buying my husband a log splitter for his birthday. I didn’t know if it would be worth the cost. They can be expensive. I also didn’t know how much he would actually use it. After reading many reviews I decided on the Kindling Cracker XL for several reasons, safety and ease of use. After one camping trip I found out the answer if this was a worthwhile investment. For us the the answer is YES! The one I purchased was simple to use and saved time when starting the campfire. But the most important factor is the safety of using it versus the…
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Hurricane Tax Free Days in Florida
The official hurricane season in Florida starts June 1st. Get your supplies, tax free May 28th – June 6th, 2021. This is great time to stock up on supplies that can double as emergency supplies, and are also great for camping. For a complete list of the Disaster Preparedness 2021 Sales Tax Holiday eligibility list in Florida click here. There are price caps on certain items. Generators Generators become very popular and scarce during an approaching hurricane. If you have the room buy one early while it is in stock and tax free. Generators are tax free up to $1,000. The DuroMax pictured above has good reviews for dependability and…
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My Favorite Camping Items Found on Etsy
My sister gifted me an Etsy gift card for my birthday, an awesome gift from an awesome sister. I went a bit crazy buying and finding so many camping items. If you are unfamiliar with Etsy it is an online store that sells vintage, handmade and craft items. It is made up of small businesses, each selling their own unique style of merchandise. I found so many cool and unique items on Etsy that are perfect for my amateur camping lifestyle. Here are a few of my favorite camping items that I found on Etsy. Pony Tail Hat I wore this hat constantly on our last camping trip to Silver…
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The Best Camping Chairs
Camping chairs have come a long way since the camping days of your grandparents and parents. Now they are built for comfort, portability, and design. Find the perfect camping chair for your camping style, keep it classic, or go for total relaxation. Classic Webbing Camping Chair The classic webbing camping chair is what we grew up on. Keep the tradition alive and relive your camping memories with this classic camping chair. This option would be perfect for anyone with a vintage camper. The chairs come in a variety of colors to coordinate with your camping scheme. Find this classic chair here. Coleman Camping Chair Coleman is known for its camping…
