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Male |
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38 |
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United States, California, Bakersfield |
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| Interests I'd like to share with others: |
Camping, hiking, outdoor life |
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Rock Creek Lake Eastern Sierras, Gull Lake Mammoth Lakes region, Crowley Lake Eastern Sierras, Balch Creek, California Sequoias, Zion National Forrest |
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I'm 37 years old and absolutely love to camp and fish. My stomping grounds are the Eastern Sierras however I won't limit myself to just this beautiful location. I enjoy taking my 7 year old boy Jacob with me as well my boxer, Bruiser and beagle, Jackson. I usually set up a long cable run for each dog to allow them to coexist with other campers as well as keeping them within the safe confines of camp. It is always fun to get out when ever possible, however being an avid outdoorsman, I truly love sharing the planned camping experience with those who normally don't get to do much of the outdoor thing. I love to see how people embrace various situations especially early mornings in the wilderness, a magic time where you can actually enjoy watching the world come to life. The smell of pine, the moisture of the morning dew, the trickle of water running slowly by in the creek. Give me a fresh cup of perculated coffee and I'm a happy man. To be able to emerse yourself within the surroundings of mother nature, respecting where few get to go and to be able to share that with someone else, there is no better gift than the ones that God has provided you. I am an avid believer in campers etticut, take out what you brought in, leave no trace you were there and respect your fellow camper. I am one who collects more and more gear and to say that I take tent camping to the extreme, yes. I do have a large tent and double stacked airmatress that I make into an actuall bed with linens and pillows, I use a couple of milk crates as an end table and take the portable dvd player with me. I even have the tent light with fan to keep me nice and cool during the summer. I'll admit that this isn't true manly camping but hey, if you got it , flaunt it. I have the portable shower with solar bladder bags for hot showers, these really work well and talk about being refreshed after washing the previous night smoke and dirt off. Camping is what you make of it and I hope all who go enjoy it as much as I do. Teach your children to love and respect the outdoors and always leave the forrest better off than when you got there. If you don't think it isn't recognized, you're wrong. I want to thank you for keeping the out doors clean,so thank you... your efforts don't go unnoticed. Brian |
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| Good times fishing with a good friend |
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| Chicken is always popular @ our campsite |
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| He's a beauty, tasted good too |
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| Guys week out, fantastic times |
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| Some Helpful Hints for Tent Campers |
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Camping, what else to say other than its a passion of mine. I average approximately 6-8 camping trips a year ranging from 2 day excursions to week long trips. California has so much to offer as far as diverse surroundings that I find that there are several ways to camp determining on the type of location you find yourself in. Here are a few tips that I have found helpful regardless of where I was.
Block ice is important as it will last twice as long as the cubed style that you get @ the store. There is nothing worse than having to make those inconvenient back and forth trips to civilization when you need ice just to keep your food & beverages cold.
A good steel rake is always a great idea, especially for those tent camping. Rake the foundation where you plan to put up your tent to clear any unwanted rocks, shrubs, and roots. This gives you a smooth base for those sleeping on the ground and decreases any potential hazards of puncturing air mattresses. Also raking the confines of your campsite reduces the amount of unwanted insect life that normally calls your campsite home.
A very easy way to start and keep your camp fire going is to use some instant start charcoal. I usually use 1/2 a bag to line the fire pit and "tee-pee" the wood directly on top of the coals. The coals will ignite your wood because of the consistent flame and this will save you valuable time. Do not use Instant light fuel logs as they are horrible to cook over, trust me as I have experienced the lousy taste of fuel tainted hot dogs. Nasty.
Easy food that makes you look like a hero, several ideas come to mind. Instant potatoes are easy as all you need is hot water and butter and now you have mashed potatoes. Pancakes are also easy to do as well.The nice thing is that there is these are light weight, compact, and inexpensive. Macaroni and cheese is also easy to make/ throw a can of chili beans to the mac and cheese with some hot sauce..presto you have a tasty chili -mac dinner.Remember that space is at a premium when you go camping and consolidation and maximizing what you have to eat makes the trip that much more enjoyable.
These are just a few concepts that I have put to good use while camping and hope they are helpful. I will post more as I remember other ideas that may be helpful as well. Until next time, remember take out what take in and respect your fellow camper. |
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