Who says boy scouts don’t get to set up camp even in the chilly weather? Apparently more than 300 Scouts from 37 troops will be at the George W. Pirtle Scout Reservation with the intent to be Eagle Scouts.
Scouts can choose to attend four sessions each day with topics ranging from aviation and climbing to textiles and landscaping. As an added bonus, each Scout attending camp will receive the Polar Bear award. This badge is earned by camping in weather below 32 degrees.
Frequent campers and outdoor lovers can put their iPhones to good use with this free RV Trader app. This iPhone app is GPS-sensitive and allows RV shoppers to check out nearby RVs for sale. The search tool allows users to search for RVs by type, new or used condition, price range, and model year in a specific zip code or near the user’s current location.
It is made for three persons and comes with a large vestibule for gear storage and shedding wet clothing. It features a 70D nylon floor with taped seams and weighs only 8.5 lbs. Perfect for the backpackers as well.
Here is something for the people who are planning an outdoor activity. Mount Baker Club should be a great stop, offering a wide array of activities which include hiking, backpacking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, canoeing, kayaking and cycling. Not only is the club great for people looking for good outdoor activities, it also give people a chance to meet new friends.
The club is likewise ideal for retirees and adults of all ages who not only enjoy the outdoors, but also enjoy learning about Northwest geography and history.
The Wind UP LED camp light is an eco-friendly way to aid campers and outdoor people when they need some illumination while outdoors. This lamp comes equipped with 5 super bright LEDS that have 50,000 hours of life. You just need to use the telescopic crank handle to charge it up.
A full wind renders 4 hours of light for 48 hours while a 1 minute wind is equivalent to 25 minutes of lighting. It comes with an in-car charger and requires an internal NiMH battery with 600mA capacity.
Here is something great to consider for campers and hikers. The Eddie Bauer Hiking Pole Combo w/LED SOS & Compass is made up of 2 hiking sticks and a digital compass that should make it ideal for backpacking, hiking and camping activities. It is easy to carry and even has a blinking light that is powered by 1 AA battery. An ideal lot for campers and trekkers who venture out in the wild.
The Solio Magnesium Edition Universal Solar Hybrid Charger is another reliable solar charger you can turn to when your gadgets run out of battery anywhere. This solar hybrid charger collects and stores power from the sun and are compatible with Universal iGo tip systems that ensure compatibility with hundreds of different gadgets.
The high capacity internal battery can store energy for up to a year. It is durable and weather resistant. One hour of sun can provide 20 minutes of mobile phone use or 50 minutes of playing MP3 music.