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10 Pieces of Camping Gear That Will Make You Happy

10 Pieces of Camping Gear That Will Make You Happy

Okay, This Gear Makes Me Happy Campfire Guy Here. From June to late September, weather in North Texas is a little too “scorched Earth hot” for camping. I take this time to reflect on the gear I used over the cooler months and make adjustments for trips I have planned this fall and winter. Remember, I am the serial gear returner.  For this gear to still be under my roof is seal of approval.  I currently own and use everything…

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How To Gear Up Your Boy Scout

How To Gear Up Your Boy Scout

So You’ve Got This New Scout, Now What? Campfire Guy here.  One of the questions I get asked by families joining a Boy Scout Troop is, “What kind of gear are we going to have to buy”.  Gone are the days of Cub Scouts where you crammed the family truckster full.  Packing for Boy Scouts is going to look a little different than what you may have been used to. Here’s What You Need Below represents what most Troops will…

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How To Dress For Winter Camping

How To Dress For Winter Camping

Baby It’s Finally Cold Outside.  Now What? Campfire Guy here. North Texas weather has been very erratic over the past week. On January 2nd it was warm and sunny.  By January 6th we had light snow and temperatures hovering in the 20’s.  Incidentally I camped out that night.  As soon as I thaw out, I’ll be posting an article on that experience.  To say that the seasons have been behaving like the guests on an episode of Jerry Springer would be…

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