The first thing a backpacker needs for a day hike is a small, comfortable backpack. Pack a backpack for emergency and comfort when going on a day hike with tips from a backpacking guide in this free video on camping and hiking. Expert: Richard Fields Bio: Richard Fields has been an avid backpacker and backcountry guide for over 25 years. Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves
Camping clothes should insulate, prevent blisters and should not retain moisture. Pack functional clothing for camping trips with tips from a scoutmaster in this free camping video.
Expert: Rusty Martin
Bio: Rusty Martin is a Boy Scout leader who attended Scout Master training in 2006.
Filmmaker: Evakay Favia
Duration : 0:3:9
In off trail hiking or backwoods camping, using a map and compass together can be very helpful. Learn how to get directions straight using a map and compass with tips from an outdoor activity expert in this free camping video.
Expert: Brant Bowers
Bio: Brant Bowers has worked in the Camping Department at Bill Jackson’s sporting goods store since 2004.
Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz
Duration : 0:1:49
Know where you are going on a hiking or camping trip by using a compass for directions. Learn how to pick out and use a compass with tips from an outdoor activity expert in this free camping video.
Expert: Brant Bowers
Bio: Brant Bowers has worked in the Camping Department at Bill Jackson’s sporting goods store since 2004.
Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz
Duration : 0:1:52
Never build a campfire in a place where there are branches above. Pick a good location for a fire with tips from a scoutmaster in this free camping video.
Expert: Rusty Martin
Bio: Rusty Martin is a Boy Scout leader who attended Scout Master training in 2006.
Filmmaker: Evakay Favia
Duration : 0:2:43
A cat hole is used when there is no bathroom available on hiking or camping trips. Learn how and where to dig a cat hole when camping with tips from an outdoor activity expert in this free camping video.
Expert: Brant Bowers
Bio: Brant Bowers has worked in the Camping Department at Bill Jackson’s sporting goods store since 2004.
Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz
Duration : 0:1:22
If a camper gets stung by a bee or wasp, they shouldn’t try to pull out the stinger. Treat bites and wounds with tips from a scoutmaster in this free camping video.
Expert: Rusty Martin
Bio: Rusty Martin is a Boy Scout leader who attended Scout Master training in 2006.
Filmmaker: Evakay Favia
Duration : 0:4:33
An alternative shelter can be built with a tarp and some rope. Build alternative shelters with tips from a scoutmaster in this free camping video.
Expert: Rusty Martin
Bio: Rusty Martin is a Boy Scout leader who attended Scout Master training in 2006.
Filmmaker: Evakay Favia
Duration : 0:1:18
An alternative shelter can be built with a tarp and some rope. Build alternative shelters with tips from a scoutmaster in this free camping video.
Expert: Rusty Martin
Bio: Rusty Martin is a Boy Scout leader who attended Scout Master training in 2006.
Filmmaker: Evakay Favia
Duration : 0:1:18
When camping, spiders and poison ivy are always a concern. Look out for dangerous plants and animals with tips from a scoutmaster in this free camping video.
Expert: Rusty Martin
Bio: Rusty Martin is a Boy Scout leader who attended Scout Master training in 2006.
Filmmaker: Evakay Favia
Duration : 0:4:41