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If you’re new to camping, getting ready for your trip might seem a little daunting. What do you need to bring? How do you make food? How will you see in the dark? These are just a few of the questions that overwhelm newbies enough to give up. Honestly, we understand the struggle. Without the right guide, camping can be...

Camping doesn’t just have to be an activity reserved for the summertime, we have featured a great list of winter camping spots for you for winter camping.

California, the sunshine state. Like most of you, we love taking the roads off the beaten-track. There are hundreds of places to camp in California that make it easy to have an adventure-packed weekend no matter the occasion or the company. If you haven’t been to see Yosemite Falls Trail yet, well then you haven’t lived! It is not for...

About Me: I am a 20-year-old British Columbia resident and full-time marketing professional who loves to explore the outdoors when i'm not at my 9-5 job. I enjoy spending my spear time exploring B.C.'s beautiful land and I ha have a huge passion for hiking. Ever since I could walk, I have been hiking trails and wandering mountain tops. When...

There are many sides to the vast and beautiful state of Texas. Being the largest state in the US mainland, Texas not only engulfs a wide variety of landscapes but also climates. Unlike many other parts of America, Texas doesn’t necessarily have an off-season for camping. Sure, in parts, the Lone Star State can experience extremes. Whether it be snow...

So far in our camping guide of Texas, we’ve highlighted a lot of great campsites. We’ve listed some of our community’s favorite campsites in each of the best state parks for camping in Texas. We’ve given an insight into some of the top primitive campsites and beach campsites. The camping grounds listed all come with their own charm and unique...

As the passion for the great outdoors begins to grow, many campers create their own camping bucket lists. A list of adventures they want to embark on, hikes they want to enjoy and out-of-the-ordinary lands on which they want to pitch their tent. For many campers, both experienced and newcomers, Texas holds a special draw. This draw might come from...

While the 50+ National Parks of the United States seem to get all the attention, the state parks bring a lot of the real camping treasures. In Texas alone, there are over 80 state parks to choose from. In one sense, the abundance of options means that finding a park that meets your camping needs will not be a problem....

The term “primitive camping” conjures up images of a true wilderness adventure. It implies a movement back to prehistoric ways. Picking wild berries, hunting for meals and being completely at the mercy of the elements. The modern version of “primitive camping” is a little different. Nowadays, it typically means camping in less populated areas that are not fitted with all...

Our adventures over the years have taken us far and wide. We’ve camped in some of the most breath-taking locations in the world (and in some of the least!) We compiled a shortlist of our top 7 US camping locations as a starting point…an inspiration, designed to kickstart your imagination for YOUR next adventure!   7. The Adirondacks  USA North...

In the spring of 2016, over twenty thousand acres of the Boreas area, located in the High Peaks Region in The Adirondack State Park, NY was bought from Finch, Pruyn & Co. a paper company. The Boreas Ponds – which form a 320-acre body of water, now one of the largest in the park, completely surrounded by jaw-dropping forest views...

To get the most out of your flies, try fly-fishing in late July and August, these are the best months for some killer fishing trips. No matter the weather or time of day, we got you covered with our tents.   The Crua Tri featured with Dave Johnson - making the most of the season! Coming closer to Autumn, the...

Adirondacks National Park, is the largest park in the United States, with many exciting locations for serious anglers to cast an eye on.    After a long, cold winter in the Adirondacks, the fishing season officially begins on the 1st of April. However, we recommend that anglers begin their season in May, because in April, you may still be disappointed...

Discover the best Salmon Fly-Fishing locations closer to home than before! From Co. Cork to the kingdom of Co. Kerry, you’re in for an angler’s dream.   An image worthy fly-fishing cast by our fellow Crua angler, Dave Johnson. Enjoying the sun, the outdoors and the Crua Tri.   LEE RIVER – ONE OF THE LONGEST RIVERS IN IRELAND River...

  Thinking about kicking off this Fly-Fishing season in Ireland? Our Crua Outdoors - Fly Fishing catalog will guide you in the right direction. The Crua Loj, is a great addition to any trips - fishing, hunting, family adventures. One thing is for sure it will keep you warm at night and cool in the summer!   SUIR RIVER –...