The perfect Christmas gift for the Jedi in all of us.

by Steve Thibeault There was a time when a bivvy referred to a military encampment, usually without too much protection or shelter. This camp was composed of a ramshackle collection of tents or makeshift shelters. Today, the bivvy bag has evolved into a solo or ultralight camping adventure accessory. Its function is to keep the user dry and warm by protecting a sleeping bag and it can help to raise the body temperature by up to 10 degrees. For someone who is inclined to travel off into the w

by Jane Farasi Going on safari in Africa is extremely exciting and your adventure will be even more enhanced and comfortable if you start off with the right safari equipment. You will find variation in what you need depending on whether your holiday involves trekking, camping, climbing the mountains, the beach or a wildlife safari. What You Basically Need - luggage and a light backpack - a sleeping bag if camping or hiking - anti-malarial tablets, mosquito net, insect repellent -

When I was much younger I would take solo backpacking trips in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York. On one occasion I found myself at a very remote campsite deep in the forest. My original plan was to commune in some vague, Thoreau-like fashion with nature, and with a congenial assist from the Almighty, discover heretofore unseen truths. After taking two hours to fastidiously set up my campsite – tent and sleeping bag placed just so, lofting my food bag into a tree to protect against