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Backpacking/Camping Chairs

These are the absolute best choices for backpacking or camping chairs. These chairs are durable, foldable, lightweight, affordable and most importantly...comfortable!

Backpacking/Camping Coffee Makers

These are top rated coffee makers that were designed for those who backpack or go camping. Make the perfect cup of coffee every morning. No need to find an outlet, these coffee makers run on propane or butane. Put on your hiking clothes and by the time you are dressed, the coffee will be ready!

Backpacking/Camping Cookware

Compact, lightweight and great performing cookware sets is what every backpacker/camper needs. These sets are made so well, that you can count on them lasting at least 10 years. These choices are consistently rank as Editor Choice Awards each year. Stainless steel and titanium cookware choices are right here for you. Buy the outdoor gear that will stand the test of time.

Backpacking Food Ideas

Here are some great tasting, easy to prepare and reasonably priced food choices for those who like to backpack. These food choices are the top choices by avid backpackers.

Backpacking/Camping Tarps

Tarps are lightweight, easy to set up and very versatile. Use one instead of a tent. Get this outdoor gear online and use it to cover the ground or to cover your gear. These tarps are sturdy and will last you for years to come.

Backpacking/Camping Water Filters

Here are six of the easiest to use and easy to clean water filters. Great for hiking, day trips, backpacking and camping. Drinking clean filtered water will keep you from getting diarrhea and sick. Get this outdoor gear online and there will be no doubt that this will be one of the best purchases you will make for your outdoor trips.

Bear Canisters

If your spending the night in the wilderness, you must have a bear canister. It is the only thing that keeps a bear out of your food. In US National Parks, canisters are required. Stringing your food up in a bag between two trees does not work at keeping bears out. Bear canisters can be hard to find locally. Get this piece of outdoor gear online today.

Best Hiking Socks

The best hiking socks will fit you right, wick away moisture from your skin, provide plenty of cushion for your feet and be comfortable. Here are the top choices for men, women and children's hiking socks.

Best Pocket Knife

The best pocket knife doesn't cost a lot of money. It will last you for many years and it won't pull your pocket down. Here are the top 5 knives from the Backpacker Magazine Editor Choice Award.

Binoculars

This page is dedicated to helping you learn how to buy binoculars. Learn about the best brands like, Nikon Monarch binoculars, Celestron binoculars and Brunton binoculars. Binoculars are great to bring to Yosemite National Park.

Cameras

Here are some of this years Best High Speed Video Cameras, SLR's and Digital Cameras available. These made the list in a couple of Photography and Consumer Product magazines this year. Everyone should have a camera when they come to Yosemite National Park.

Cheap Hammocks

Here are two great inexpensive, yet durable, hammocks. Perfect for backpacking, camping or setting up in front of your Yosemite cabin. One has its own stand and can be tied up between two trees.

Cold Weather Clothes...Base Layer

If you are doing an outdoor activity, you need to dress right. You need a base layer of hiking clothes that breathe, stays dry, is lightweight and very comfortable. Here are this years top choices in winter hiking clothes (also great for climbing, backpacking, snowboarding etc.).

Cold Weather Clothes...Second Layer

If you are doing an outdoor activity, you need to dress right. The second layer of clothes is the right shirt. Here are this years top choices in long sleeve shirts. They are also great for climbing, backpacking, snowboarding etc.

Electrolyte Tablets

Keep your body well hydrated by drinking lots of water on your hikes. Higher altitudes and being active can make you dehydrated. Drop an electrolyte tablet in your water and you'll keep you muscles from cramping up and being fatigued. Buy this outdoor gear online and save money today.

First Aid Kit For Backpacking, Hiking Or Camping

Here are two excellent choices for first aid kits. Great for backpacking, hiking or camping. Everything you need if you get hurt outdoors. Be prepared and get your outdoor gear online today.

Hiking Backpacks

If your looking for a hiking pack you have come to the right place. First, lets teach you how to get measured for the right hiking backpack. You are guaranteed to get a perfect fit if you follow these instructions. A good backpack will have a comfortable fit over your hiking clothes. You can buy this outdoor gear online and have it sent directly to you.

Hiking GPS

Here are the gps's that made the list for this years best hiking gps. Unfortunately, bad things happen sometimes. A gps tool will help you locate exactly where you are if you get lost. Cell phones are useless if the signal is too weak to penetrate the trees and clouds. Tuck a GPS into your pack. A good gps will tell you where you are and if needed will tell a rescue team your precise location. Don't hike without one. Get this piece of outdoor gear online today.

Hiking Jackets

The North Face Jacket and the Oakley brand are the hottest lightweight coats and shells going. But the Marmot Jacket was rated #1 for this year. No matter what time of year you come to Yosemite, I recommend that you bring a pullover sweatshirt or coat of some kind. If your not cold, your chasing bugs away in the evening. Getting your outdoor gear online assures that you get the latest style.

Hiking Shoes

Here are the best hiking shoes this year. These are shoes that work on rocky terrain and dusty trails. They are versatile enough for anything that you might run up against on a trail. Lots of support and very little weight. Perfect toe to heel fit for your feet.

Hiking Staff, Hiking Sticks And Trekking Poles

A hiking staff, a walking stick and trekking poles all make hiking so much easier. They help you to cross rocky terrain, streams and they help you keep your balance going up and down hiking trails. The added bonus is that you get an upper body workout without any extra effort! Black Diamond trekking poles and Leki trekking poles lead consumer favorites this year.

Hiking Water Bottles

Safe Stainless steel water bottles are a good choice for everyone. There are many excellent choices to choose from. Make sure that whatever you choose, you pick one that is BPA free.

Hiking/Sports Watches

There is a world of watches to choose from. Being outdoors requires a sturdy, reliable timepiece. Here are the Editors Choice Award picks for this year as well as some all time best sellers. From hiking watches to freestyle watches. We have several choices for men and women. All in all, there are some very cool timepieces here!

Ice Cream Maker Ball

Pack it along with your hiking clothes and you'll be the hit of your campsite with an ice cream maker ball! Just put the ingredients in the ball and toss the ball around for 30 minutes. Open up the ball and presto...soft serve ice cream! Lightweight, easy to clean up and quite the memory maker!

Mosquito And Bug Repellent

Here I want to share with you some mosquito facts and the mosquito life cycle. I'll try to help you not get mosquito bites and tell you the differences in mosquito repellants. Sometimes you need more than hiking clothes, you just need bug repellent!

Sleeping Bags

Camping sleeping bags come in wide arrangement of styles, colors and shapes. Learn about the different styles and their best attributes. Learn how to fix a broken zipper and care for a sleeping bag. You can purchase sleeping bags for the kids and adults.

Sunglasses

Here you will have the opportunity to purchase the best polarized sunglasses that are out today. The Oakley sunglasses and the Native sunglasses are the hot brands this year. But first let me tell you what you need to know about polarization in these cool sunglasses. Getting this outdoor gear online helps you to know that you are getting exactly what you want.

Sunscreens

Get the Sunscreen Facts. First, lets learn about the suns rays. The sun gives off UVB Rays and UVA Rays. Some sunscreens only block the UVB rays and not the UVA rays. To protect ourselves we want to block both of kinds of rays. Get your sunscreen outdoor gear online. Save yourself the hasel of trying to remember which kind to buy.

Tents

Columbia tents and other popular tents are all represented on this page. We have something for everyone. Whether you need sleeping for one person or 10 people, we have a tent that will fit the bill. Get this type of outdoor gear online and it is typically cheaper than what you can find locally.

Watch For Poison Oak While Camping And Hiking

Here is a typical picture of a poison oak rash. Learn what the plant looks like and recognize its three leaves. Below are the best treatments if you are treating poison oak. Just throw away your hiking clothes if you come into contact with poison oak! Get this piece of outdoor gear online today and save yourself the hassle of trying to find it locally.

Water Hydration Packs

Carry water in a specially designed backpack. They free up your hands, fit nicely over your hiking clothes and have a straw ready for you to drink from. Great for hiking, cycling and other outdoor activities.

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