Camping Tips, Tricks And Gear

Camping Tips, Tricks And Gear

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These 11 Camping Products Are Perfect For A Summer Trip

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Editor’s Note: Products featured on Wide Open Spaces are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission.  Summer camping is the best — and camping when it’s warmer outside comes with perks like swimming, lighter clothing, and grilling for family and friends. As long as […]

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How To Safely Remove Ticks from Humans and Pets, According to Experts


How to Kill Ticks

It’s finally springtime and unfortunately, it’s almost time for our favorite wooded areas to start becoming infested with ticks. It’s the one aspect we don’t appreciate about this time of the year. Aside from just being disgusting, these little blood suckers can spread pathogens and diseases that can make you extremely sick. Things like Lyme […]

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Best Coolers for Side-By-Sides: 5 Picks From Experienced SxS Riders

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Off-road side-by-sides, which some call UTVs, are some of the hardest working tools that we’ve got. They’re used for full days of labor in the great outdoors, and often get called upon to haul some pretty precious cargo. Sooner or later, a side-by-side owner is going to realize they need a cooler to fully enjoy […]

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How to Make Tent Camping More Comfortable

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Tent Camping Comfortably

Camping doesn’t have to be cold, wet, and uncomfortable. Nothing puts a damper on your fun week in the woods like miserable conditions you’re unprepared to deal with. By planning ahead and taking a few precautions, you can guarantee a fun, comfortable time for all. Any camping trip can be an incredibly enjoyable experience with these […]

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8 Organic Mosquito Repellents to Battle Biting Bugs

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Best Organic Mosquito Repellant

The best organic mosquito repellents are fast becoming the go-to product for outdoorsmen everywhere. In some areas and for some conditions, nothing stops the bugs from biting like DEET. But the fact is that this chemical has negative outcomes that outweigh its effectiveness against those annoying biting insects. There are other alternatives that work great […]

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Best Ladies-Only Camping Trip Destinations for an Awesome Adventure

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Everyone who enjoys the great outdoors deserves a good camping trip every now and then. Women, in particular, deserve options when it comes to camping, and if they’re planning a ladies-only trip, then certain places will end up being better than others. That’s not to say females can’t hack it in certain camping situations, but […]

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How to Fly with Camping Gear: What You Can and Cannot Bring On a Plane

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How to Fly with Camping Gear

When most people think of a camping trip, they most likely do not imagine a plane trip as part of the equation. Many people restrict their camping destinations to places close to home where they can easily drive to the campground or backcountry and start their outdoor adventure. However, if you’re planning a trip far […]

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10 of the Best Outdoor Gifts For Father’s Day

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Editor’s Note: Products featured on Wide Open Spaces are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission.  Father’s Day will be here before you know it. Instead of getting Dad a Home Depot gift card, get him something he didn’t know he needed — which, […]

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6 Top-Rated Tick Repellents for Families, Home, and Outdoor Gear

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Tick Repellent

Editor’s Note: Products featured on Wide Open Spaces are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. It’s springtime, which means tick season is here. Some might say mosquitoes are the bane of their existence when it comes to the outdoors, but if you’ve ever […]

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