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BackpackBaseCamp Blog: The new Garmin Montana--the all-in-one GPS?
backpackbasecamp.blogspot.com &bull May 21, 2011First, there was Colorado. Then came Oregon, and after that Dakota, and now...Montana? If the my chronology seems a little out of whack, it's because I'm not talking about states here--I'm talking about Garmin GPS units. This week, Garmin announced the release of a new… Full Story »
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BackpackBaseCamp Blog: Backpacking and Camping in a Hammock
backpackbasecamp.blogspot.com &bull Apr 5, 2011There is nothing like sleeping out under the stars in a hammock. Whether you are backpacking into the wilderness or "car camping" with the family, if the situation is right, consider using a hammock. If you are with the kids I would advise bringing both a tent and the hammock.The children love to play and lay around in the hammock, but it does take some time to feel comfortable sleeping in a hammock. Better to have a tent as a fallback for the kids. When you are backpacking solo or with a partner,… Full Story »
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BackpackBaseCamp Blog: End of Winter Gear Review
backpackbasecamp.blogspot.com &bull Apr 2, 2011So winter is finally over, although here (in New Jersey USA) yesterday April 1st we had a bit of a snow storm. Still, I'm putting away my winter stuff. So I'll make a few comments about things I liked the… Full Story »
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BackpackBaseCamp Blog: Hiking & Backpacking First Aid Kit
backpackbasecamp.blogspot.com &bull Mar 28, 2011So if your like me you have some sort of a first aid kit in your pack, and probably only look in it when you are on the trail and need something, then discover you used your last one (of… Full Story »
