Summer camping essentials 2021
Summer camping essentials
The longer, sunnier days of summer can make it an ideal time for camping; plus, nighttime temperatures won’t drop too low, meaning you can opt for simple gear. Plus, immersing yourself in nature is a great way to spend some quality time with family or friends. Whether you want to spend just a few nights away at a local campsite or you have summer road trip plans, we’ve outlined the camping essentials you need before you set off this summer.
A summer tent
Best of the best: Naturehike Cloud-Up 2 Ultralight Tent: available from Amazon
Best bang for the buck: Coleman Cabin Tent: available from Amazon
A lightweight sleeping bag
Best of the best: Omnicore Designs Multi-Down Hooded Rectangular Sleeping Bag: available from Home Depot and Amazon
Best bang for the buck: Wakeman Outdoors Sleeping Bag: available from Amazon, Home Depot and Kohl's
Insect repellent
Best of the best: Sawyer Products Premium Permethrin Insect Repellent: available from Amazon
If your interested in learning more about summer camping essentials, head here to find the complete article written by Heather Roy
May 6, 2022
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MEDIA MENTIONS
A 20% DEET Premium Controlled-Release Lotion will work well against mosquitoes, but Dr. Zimring says he prefers the 20% Picaridin lotion since it also protects against ticks, gnats, chiggers, and flies. (In both instances, he recommends Sawyer brand.)
MEDIA MENTIONS
Part of spending time outside means battling ticks, mosquitoes, and other biting insects. For this, Nelson swears by permethrin.
MEDIA MENTIONS
And out of the products we tested, Dr. Zeichner highly recommends Sawyer Products 20% Picaridin Insect Repellent.
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