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News: Interesting Nazi ruins in the Santa Monica Mountains
This is just down the road from a Boy Scout camp I use a lot, Camp Josepho. It's an interesting part of Los Angeles history - has anyone ever visited this place?
HowTo: Camp at the San Onofre Trails
Last week I did some beach camping at the San Onofre State Beach "Trails" and my experience was less than satisfactory. I'm hoping that by reading what happened through my trip, you'll be able to plan for a better trip.
News: Great List of SoCal Beach Camping Sites
get your surf on
How To: NorCal Surf Camping Guide
A few quick reviews of camping to surf for Humboldt County,Sonoma County, Marin County, Santa Cruz, Monterey, Big Sur, and Morro Bay.
HowTo: Eat Berries in the Wilderness
DO NOT eat a berry if you cannot identify it. I decided not to include the obvious blueberries, blackberries and raspberries, but this guide will assist you in identifying which wild berries are, in fact, poisonous.
News: BEST Camping & Hiking Snack in California: Sour Grass
SOUR GRASS. Sourgrass is known to the scientific world as Oxalis pes-caprae.
News: The Campfire Song Song - SpongeBob Squarepants
It may be not one of the classic songs you sing at your campfire, but it's still just as catchy!
Urban Camping: The Car Tent for a Curbside Campsite
This fake car tent is perfect for camping anywhere you can park a car. I can't figure out if you can actually buy one but here's where I found the info about it.....Geekologie.com
HowTo: Plan a Camping Trip for a Large Group near Los Angeles
How to Article: Plan a Camping Trip for a large group It may be more work that you thought, but following these steps is sure to prove you know what you’re doing!
How To: Dog Camping Gear a.k.a. HowTo spoil your dog
It's debatable whether any of the products are at all necessary. All of these products can be found at REI.com
Tauntaun Sleeping Bags: Star Wars Fans
Star Wars sleeping bag!!! it may not be suitable for camping...but it's AWESOME.
Lazy Camping: HowTo Make the Most of the Backyard
A great way to prepare for your first camping trip is to go camping in your backyard. Benefits:
News: Camping = Cuddling
Camping means cuddling. Let's be real, it's chilly at night the only source of warmth is the smoky campfire and the people sitting next to you. If you're an avid cuddler, and let's face it, who isn't..... then I would definitely recommend a two person bag!
News: More than a s'more
Janet Keeler explores the endless possibilities of s'mores. Who says marshmallows, chocolate and graham crackers are the only ingredients? Recipes include milkshakes, brownies, snack mix, sundaes, ice cream sandwiches, and pies.s'more
News: Solar Powered Tent!!!
Glastonberry Solar Concept Tent
News: Camping, but Not Really
I had a comment but not really. Take a look. http://www.laweekly.com/2007-07-19/la-life/camping-but-not-really/
News: Ridin' Solo - The One Man RV/Bike
Who says camping is social? This one man RV makes solo enjoyment possible with an RV so small, only one person can fit. No more wife bugging you to come on your camping trip, she won't fit! With just one bicycle seat you'll never have to be social again!
News: I don't know if you'll be able to sleep bear-y well...
Art by EIKO_ISHIZAWA. I've already read some warnings....be careful where u sleep. One woman claimed a bear actually mounted her when she was wearing this thing.