On river rafting trips, we have guests with different levels of camping experience. When we pull into camp for the night, some have no idea where to set up a tent, while others head for flat ground and feel right at home. Since I’ve seen my fair share of campsite disasters, I figured I’d mention […]
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Let There be Light! With the TerraLUX LightStar 80
You can never have too many flashlights. The Terralux Lightstar 80 (Retail $30) is a useful addition to the collection of flashlights that you probably have hiding in drawers around your home. This lightweight LED flashlight is small, only 5.5 inches long and weighs only 2.4 ounces. It’s almost asking to get lost in one […]
Gear Review: Black Diamond Apollo Lantern
I learned about the Black Diamond Apollo Lantern recently by a friend who lives off the grid. He has to turn on a generator to obtain electricity, and stashes one of these lanterns next to his bed in case he has to get up at night. When I stayed in his guest room two weeks […]