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Everything You Need to Know When Choosing a Sleeping Bag

Posted by admin on August 21, 2011

The story goes that Freydis Eiriksdottir, the daughter of Viking Erik the Red, invented the first sleeping bag on her journey to North America in 1000, made from one of the sails of her ship. Of course, sleeping bags have come a long way since she sailed around the world, and the manufacturers have paid [...]


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Why you need more sleep

Posted by admin on July 18, 2011

Sleeping is one of the most important things that a person can do for better health. If you don’t sleep enough, it will show up on your skin, your face, and your attitude. You will look less than your usual looks and you will feel very tired. Anyone who lacks a lot of sleep knows [...]


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What You Need in a Personal Emergency Disaster Kit

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Disaster can strike quickly and without warning. Spring floods, summer storms and fall winds can force you to evacuate your neighborhood or confine you to your home for days at a time. Here are some tips on how to create a Basic 3-Day Emergency Supply Kit. Step 1 Keep at least three gallons of water [...]


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Summer Camp Supplies-Everything Your Child Will Need

Posted by admin on June 17, 2011

As school break approaches, everybody is preparing for the children’s summer camp. It is the time when kids spend some time out of the house to learn about independence and gain cultural experience in an alternative setting. It could be a day camp where campers could go home after spending a day in the camp, [...]


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11 things you need to carry when hiking in India.

Posted by admin on June 15, 2011

Shoes- Unlike for normal walks or running shoes, while trekking you will need hard soled shoes. So invest in a good pair of trekking boots. Rain gear- Depending on when you are travelling, the rain gear you carry will vary, but for safety it is always better to carry adequate rain gear. Sunscreen – India [...]


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What Hiking Equipment Do You Need As A Beginner?

Posted by admin on June 9, 2011

As with all hobbies, there is some initial outlay required in getting started with hiking. The array of products on offer can appear bewildering to a beginner, so here is a list to help sift the essentials from the luxuries.   A map and compass will help you remain en route. If you are using [...]


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