A simple trek to a neighboring camp turned into a trial by ice, with a misstep plunging me into an icy stream, leaving boots ...

The central gathering spot at most campsites is the fire: when you imagine the quintessential camp scene in your mind’s eye, more often than not it’s dusk or evening, with a group of tired, grimy and ...

Many campers protect their outdoor seating area from the rain by covering it with a tarpaulin, suspended between nearby trees. The Shelter takes what looks like an easier, more versatile approach, as ...

Join me as I brave heavy rain to build a tarp shelter on top of a hill. Experience the challenges, techniques, and adventure ...

Ask any of the hundreds of thousands of earthquake victims living outdoors in Haiti's shattered capital and you're apt to get the same plea: "Give us a tent." Few will get one. Aid agencies and ...