Camping and Backpacking With Children
Steve Boga
If you knew it was possible but just could not figure out the how, this guide is for you. Camping is truly an adventure and this guide places the emphasis here. But the humor within gives you that warm cosy feeling that yes, there will be mishaps but they are [...]
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50 Hikes in New Jersey
Walks, Hikes and Backpacking Trips from the Kittatinnies to Cape May
Bruce Scofield, Stella Green and H. Neil Zimmerman
A great guide for day trips as well as overnight backpacking. No confusing meanderings here, the information is straight forward. The chart in the beginning of the book gives you a time saving quick [...]
Three types of backpacking sleeping pads. Pros and cons.
Open cell foam- Pro: very light, compacts easily Con: absorbs water
Closed cell foam- Pro: lightweight,inexpensive Con: not as comfortable as other types
Air- Pro: compacts easily, most comfortable. Con: weighs more than closed cell, not as durable
Recommended sleeping pad:
Thermarest ProLite Plus Sleeping Pad
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