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This past weekend much of the country experienced some decently warm temperatures. It’s quickly becoming that time of year where you’re no longer aggressively camping in weather that makes your loved ones worry about you, and simultaneously question your intelligence.
Above 30 degrees, the camp site scene simply becomes a nice, (still) quiet environment outside the city, where you set up your fire, pitch your tent and your stools, and enjoy the company of your camping mate. The best part is you can probably skip buying the large bag of ice. Grab your refrigerated goods, beer and water, empty out your ice maker in the apartment, and you’re good for the weekend.
Camp City | Prepare to Unthaw
Prepare to unthaw from the winter freeze. Grab a warm sleeping bag, tent & decent jacket and head for the woods.
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Coleman - Heaton Peak 30 Sleeping Bag
The Coleman - Heaton Peak 30 Sleeping Bag - $64.99 is key for keeping you warm even when the temp is a mere 30 degrees.
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Coleman - 4-Person Intant Tent
Bring some friends, or just spread out all on your own, the Coleman - 4-Person Instant Tent - $169.99, is spacious enough for a queen-sized airbed.
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Alps Mountaineering - Featherlite 4S
Be utterly comfortable even in the wilderness by sleeping on a blow-up mattress. The Alps Mountaineering - Featherlite 4S - $129, even has a built-in pump for quick inflation.
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Alps Mountaineering - Tri-Leg Stool
Buy the Alps Mountaineering - Tri-Leg Stool - $14.99 for camping, but it will definitely come in handy during street fest season.
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Poler Stuff - Mens 2.5 L Vagabond Jacket
The Poler Stuff - Mens 2.5 L Vagabond Jacket - $142.95 is ready for the elements. With a Polar Vortex 10k waterproof breathable shell, you will be ready for the wind, rain or even snow if it happens to come to your camping party.
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Topo Designs - Klettersack 22L
When hiking, be prepared. Stash all your stuff (like water, a knife, snack and compass), in the Topo Designs - Klettersack 22L - $169.
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Lowa Boots - Renegade GTX Mid
Keep your feet warm and dry and comfortable. Try the Lowa Boots - Renegade GTX Mid - $230.
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Topo Designs - Ragg Cap
Made in the USA, the Topo Designs - Ragg Cap - $32, is a fine wool, acrylic blend - great for the forest, or the city.
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Yeti Coolers - Hopper 20
Stash the 6 pack, the water bottle and a few turkey sandwiches away in the Yeti Coolers - Hopper 20 - $299.99.
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UST Brands - 10 Day Duro Lantern, Orange
The techy UST Brands - 10 Day Duro Lantern, Orange - $39.99, can run continuously for 10 days on low.
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UST Brands - Parahachet FS
This small hatchet is the perfect size for the weekend camper. Unwrap the handle of the UST Brands - Parahachet FS - $19.99, for 8' of cordage.
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