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Family-Outdoors Camping Gear is designed to provide gear advice on a wide range of camping gear for families and individuals. Thew focus of our information here, is to provide unbiased resources.
When we began this site in 2008, we were trying to fill a niche we saw that was being underserved. Namely, it was and is our observation, that leading magazines, television shows, and other sources are guilty of steering folks to outdoor gear that is overpriceed for the needs of the average outdoors person.
For example, if you look at a typical gear review at FandS or OL magazines, the gear they feature will be at the very top of the line, and of questionable value for the money. One particular area I always find amusing is flashlight gear reviews. With all due respect to any of our readers who have chosen to buy a $150 or more flashlight, but why? There are definitively better ways to spend your outdoor dollars!
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First, we are NOT a non-profit site. We tried the DONATE button to keep our site ad-free. That model does not work. So, we have ads and we review and discuss gear that may be featured in these ads. Many of these ads are ones that are generated automatically as the ad-server reads the content of the page. So we are not pushing specific products unless we specifically make it clear we are doing so.
We are trying to provide you, the reader, with as close to 100% unbiased information as we are able. We decsribe products and technology in a manner where the consumer can make an educated buying decision where-ever he or she wishes to do so. Our suggestion is to use our site to do some research, and then begin the process of making your purchase. These should be two separate steps. The sites whose sole purpose is to sell gear are really not the places where you will get the best advice on what is right for you.
Camping Gear Articles
This is a very informative article that will guide you to getting great camping gear at reasonable prices.
Choosing a TentA very thorough article on what you should consider in making the choice of a tent that will fit your needs.
Tent Maintenance and Repair ArticlesOnce you buy a tent, you will need to maintain it as well as make basic repairs. Here is some info on how to do this.
Choosing a Sleeping BagA sleeping bag is a basic camping item. Sleeping bags are designed for everything from keeping climbers alive at subzero temperatures to backyard sleepovers. Here is the basic information you need to make sure you get a sleeping bag suitable for your needs.
Choosing a GPS Unit ArticlesWhile not a necessity, a GPS Unit can be a great convenience, not to mention a possible life saver. Here is the basic information you need to choose a GPS.
Once you have all of your gear, you need a checklist to remind you of what to bring. Here is a checklist that you can get a good start with.