Archive for November, 2008

survival pocket knives

Friday, November 21st, 2008

Any outdoor activity requires special equipment, especially when it has to do with the wilderness. Whether you are going hiking for a day, hunting, or camping, have survival pocket knives among your arsenal.

Most times, you never know when you’ll need to fix or cut something that is essential to your survival. Always have your handy survival knife ready for slicing food, cutting ropes and carving wood among many other things.

BBQ equipment

Thursday, November 20th, 2008

Enjoy outdoor cooked meals as often as you want. Invest in good quality BBQ equipment that can be used for simple family affairs to large gatherings. For starters get a heavy-duty grill with a large cooking surface.

Look for one with stainless steel features and safety cool-to-the-touch handles. It’s better to have something that can burn both wood and charcoal for more cooking options. Also, find equipment with plastic leg caps to protect the floors of your patio or deck.

roasting sticks

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008

Campfires will not be complete without the roasted goodies. Whether they be hotdogs, marshmallows or other kinds of meat, be safe when cooking these foods. Use roasting sticks that are sanitary and can easily stab meat for roasting.

Roasting sticks are made from bamboo ridges that are stripped and sharpened on one edge. You can also use these sticks as substitutes to tent pegs and as trail markers.

mosquito magnet

Tuesday, November 11th, 2008

Spending quality time with your loved ones outdoors can be spoiled by unwanted bugs and mosquitoes. These critters may even bring deadly diseases that can harm you and your family. Protect yourselves with a mosquito magnet.

It works by attracting mosquitoes through carbon dioxide emission that mimics the breath of humans. As the insects are lured near the trap, the machine will suck in the insects with a powerful vacuum then traps them in a net where they die.

rugged exposure binoculars

Friday, November 7th, 2008

Don’t go camping without bringing the proper gear. Among the essentials you must pack are rugged exposure binoculars for those sight-seeing forays in the wild. They are very durable gadgets that won’t let you down despite exposure to harsh weather and unfriendly elements.

Enjoy watching a flock of flying birds up close through your powerful lenses. Or be charmed by the sight of a mama bird flying home to her chicks in a well-constructed nest high up in the trees.

Mountainsmith dog packs

Friday, November 7th, 2008

Dogs are often times essential elements in trailblazing the outdoors. They can scent danger before we even know it. So if you’re all geared up for adventure, make sure that your dog is also prepared for the occasion.

Get the best durable packs from the company known to be one of the best backpack and dog pack maker for many years. Mountainsmith dog packs are made from cordura nylon materials designed to withstand the punishment of the outdoors. Dog packs are built with pockets so you can haul in medicine, water and food whenever your utility dog is out to rescue other hikers.

Ocean kayaks

Friday, November 7th, 2008

Kayaks are small, manual-powered boats that need the occupants to paddle for them to move through the waters. Although the kayak was used before by native hunters in various parts of the world, modern kayaks now come in various designs and materials for assorted purposes.

Ocean kayaks are among the popular brands of modern kayaks today. They give a guarantee of 3 years to the original customer. Although boats used for businesses like rentals, livery and demonstrations are only given 30-90 days warranty.