Building a fire on the Washington Coast 101
Jamie Anderson Jamie Anderson

Building a fire on the Washington Coast 101

Have you ever wanted to build a fire right next to the ocean?

We frequently visit the Long Beach Peninsula as well as Ocean Shores and other drivable beaches on the Washington Coast. Here’s what we learned.

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We spent a season in a Roof Top Tent - Here’s what we learned
Jamie Anderson Jamie Anderson

We spent a season in a Roof Top Tent - Here’s what we learned

As the 2021 camping season comes to a close we’re looking back for an honest assessment of roof top tent camping. Did we make the right choice? Will we be roof top tenters for life?

This season we went on 13 camping trips with our Roofnest, for a total of 22 nights. We camped through torrential rain, searing heat, windstorms and one too many whiskeys by the fire. Here are a few things we learned.

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5 Ways We Keep Camping Simple
Jamie Anderson Jamie Anderson

5 Ways We Keep Camping Simple

Getting outdoors should be fun and easy. We’re here to help you simplify your set up and get packed fast.

Here’s 5 ways we keep things simple so we can get out and get exploring.

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10 Tips for Your First Campout
Jamie Anderson Jamie Anderson

10 Tips for Your First Campout

You’ve packed your gear, planned your meals and arrived at your first campsite. Now what?

Below are a few tips and tricks to help you set yourself up for success from the moment you arrive.

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Choosing a Camping Blanket
Jamie Anderson Jamie Anderson

Choosing a Camping Blanket

Blankets are a camping necessity. They keep you warm, provide comfort and a can function as an extra seat.  With several options and designs available, how do you choose the right one?  Understanding the three ways camping blankets are made, can help you choose the perfect camping blanket for your specific needs.

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Affordable Camping Gear: the Right Mix
Jamie Anderson Jamie Anderson

Affordable Camping Gear: the Right Mix

For a lot of us, preparing for your first camping trip can be overwhelming and expensive. We’ve all had the moment you’re standing in the outdoor store with everything you need to survive and you have the thought, “Do I really need all this stuff?” For us the answer came with a mix of old and new. If you’re hoping to gather what you need to camp more affordably, read on my friend.

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Oysters + Camping
Jamie Anderson Jamie Anderson

Oysters + Camping

Oysters are an easy and fun activity to add to your next camping trip. We love oysters, but before adding them to our camping itinerary we had A LOT of questions. Where do we find them? Will they taste good? Are they safe?

Below are a few tips and tricks to help you add oysters to your next camping trip.

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Camping 101: Firewood
Mike Anderson Mike Anderson

Camping 101: Firewood

What would camping be with out a great firewood to build a campfire? To quote my Opa, “The great thing about firewood is that it warms you three times. Once when you harvest it, once when you split it and once when you burn it.”

Here are a few tips to help you find, store and start your best campfire.

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Book a Campsite on Airbnb
Jamie Anderson Jamie Anderson

Book a Campsite on Airbnb

Did you know you can book campsites on Airbnb?

When planning your next camping trip, consider conducting your search on the Airbnb website. Simply select the Campsite filter and start planning your stay! 

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