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6 Reasons To Try Camping on a Weeknight

4/17/2024

Much like summer vacation, weekends are the most popular time for travel, road trips, and adventures. With more free time for families, it often makes the most sense in terms of timing, but for those who can finagle a free day or two, weekdays are when the magic really happens. Weekends, much like...

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8 Tips for Avoiding Summer Crowds at National Parks

4/17/2024

With more people looking to get outside in the summer months, America’s national parks can feel a little too much like amusement parks rather than wilderness escapes. Hit a popular park on a weekend, and it’s not uncommon to see long bus lines, queues of visitors cramming popular trails, and even...

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15 Awesome Recipes Campers Swear By

4/17/2024

One of the best parts about camping is definitely enjoying yummy grilled or fire cooked meals. And while we all have our favorite standbys, giving a new recipe a try might be just what you need to shake up your camping routine. Check out fifteen favorite recipes from KOA’s extensive library of...

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Road Trip Do's and Don'ts

4/17/2024

Road trips are as hit or miss as it gets. That’s why experts say they either make or break relationships. When done right, they’re the stuff Hallmark movies are made of. But when things go awry, it can feel like you’re living in a horror film. While there’s no set script you can follow to ensure...

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Our list of must-have dog hiking gear

4/17/2024

Often, man’s best friend enjoys hiking as much as we do. Traveling, camping, and exploring with pets can be a rewarding and fun experience, but just like hiking by yourself—or with fellow humans—there are steps to take to prepare and do it properly. Because just like humans, dogs are prone to...

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11 of the Best Coolers for Campers

4/27/2023

Every camper has at least one, whether it’s currently keeping their beer cold or collecting dust in the garage. But 100 years ago, coolers weren’t a thing. In fact, it wasn’t until 1953 that the patent for the “Portable Ice Chest and the Like” was filed by an Illinois man, Richard C. Laramy. Just a...

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