Winter Camp Cooking When Fuel Efficiency Matters
How cold affects stoves, fuel, water melting, meal choices, and cooking time, with a focus on simple systems and safe handling.
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Camping in Canada
Practical field notes for planning thoughtful, comfortable camping trips across Canada.
Alex MorganSharing practical lessons from campsites across Canada.
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View archiveWhat to Do When Your Campground Reservation Falls Through
A calm backup process for finding alternatives, changing your route, and avoiding unsafe last-minute decisions when plans change.
Read articleBear-Resistant Food Containers: When Your Packing System Needs One
Help campers decide whether a bear-resistant container fits their route, food plan, and storage options, while separating general principles from area-specific requirements.
Read articleHow to Decide Whether to Turn Around on a Backcountry Trip
A practical framework for deciding when to turn around on a Canadian backcountry trip, using weather, time, route conditions, energy, water, injuries, and group readiness.
Read articleWhat to Do When You Lose Your Phone at Camp
A calm, practical process for finding a lost phone at camp, protecting your information if it does not turn up, and building backups that keep a missing device from disrupting the whole trip.
Read articleWhat to Do if You See Wildlife Near Your Campsite
A calm response framework for wildlife encounters, including when to create distance, secure camp, leave the area, and seek official help.
Read articleHow to Wash Dishes at Camp Without Creating a Wildlife Problem
A practical dishwashing routine covering food particles, wash water, storage, and site cleanup while accounting for local requirements and wildlife concerns.
Read articleHow to Wash at Camp Without Polluting the Shoreline
Create a simple personal-washing routine that protects waterways, manages soap, and works when facilities are limited.
Read articleA Warm, Safe System for Winter Camping in Canada
A practical, Canada-wide approach to building a warm and safer winter camping system, covering insulation, sleeping pads, shelter ventilation, moisture management, clothing, food, and emergency planning for experienced three-season campers.
Read articleWhat to Do When Your Vehicle Gets Stuck at Camp
Make a calm recovery plan for mud, sand, wet grass, and soft shoulders while avoiding damage to the vehicle and site.
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