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Pro vs Newb – 6 Pro Level Camping and Backpacking Tips

Join Luke as he goes over 6 Pro Level Tips that will take your outdoor skills to the next level. A few of the topics covered include; – How to fold a tarp in 3 moves… – How to stuff your sleeping bag easily, no more struggling… – How to Use a Light WITHOUT Attracting bugs… and more! This episode is all about increasing your skills as an outdoorsman / outdoorswoman…some of these will blow your mind.

Setup Large Flysheet Tarp Alone without Trees (5 Easy Steps)

How to setup large flysheet tarp alone without any helps from others (and without trees). Tools you need – Flysheet (3 x 5 meter in this video) – 8 x Guylines with tensioner – 8 x Pegs – 4 x Poles – A Malet (or use rock/brick/ back of the axe to substitute)

The 10 BEST Knots in Life

How to tie the 10 best knots for life outdoors and camping. This is an easy to understand knot tying tutorial for beginners and advanced levels. These knots can be used in everyday life, and I provide examples after each knot of their practical uses so you know what knots to use for Camping, Prepping, Survival and Bushcraft.

Camp Stove Fuel Comparison

Here is a summary of a test conducted by The Sideburn Hunter on different Isobutane fuel canisters

  • Burn time: The burn time varied between the canisters, with Coleman lasting the longest at 3 hours and 16 minutes, and Primus coming in second at 3 hours and 13 minutes. Snow Peak and GSI canisters had the shortest burn time at around 2 hours and 22 minutes.
  • Boil time: There wasn’t a significant difference in boil time between the canisters. All the canisters were able to boil 16 ounces of water in about 3 minutes.
  • Temperature: The canisters burned at different temperatures. The Ola Camp canister burned the hottest at 674 degrees Celsius, while the Optimus canister burned the coolest at 511 degrees Celsius.
  • Price: The cheapest canister was Primus power gas at $4.99.

Overall, the video suggests that there are some differences between the canisters in terms of burn time and temperature, but these differences are unlikely to be significant for most backpackers and campers. The Youtuber recommends buying the canister that is easiest or cheapest for you.

Isobutane Canister Stove Fuel Test – Which is the best? The Sideburn Hunter Opens in a new window This episode of The Sideburn Hunter talks all about Isobutane fuel canisters. We test 230g /4 oz fuel cartridges to see how much fuel they contain, how hot they burn, how

Telling Sunset Time with Fingers

To estimate how long until sunset using your fingers, you can try these steps:

  1. Find a clear view of the sun and horizon
  2. Extend your arm and fingers towards the sun
  3. Bend your wrist so your palm faces you
  4. Align the top of your outstretched hand with the bottom of the sun
  5. Count how many fingers it takes to reach the top of the horizon line 

Each finger represents about 15 minutes of daylight remaining. If you need to estimate a time more than an hour away, you can stack one hand on top of the other and continue counting. For example, if you count three hands, there are three hours until sunset. 

This technique works best if the horizon is flat or a mountain ridge line, but the accuracy may vary depending on your latitude. For example, in the Pacific Northwest, you can add about 30 minutes to the sunset time to account for total darkness. You should also keep in mind that the Earth’s atmosphere refracts sunlight as the sun approaches the horizon, so you may actually have more daylight than you think. This is known as civil twilight, and it can last for at least 24 minutes after the sun has dropped more than 6 degrees below the horizon. 

Cowboy Coffee

Cowboy coffee is a simple, traditional method of making coffee without a coffee maker, often associated with camping or outdoor activities. Here’s how you can make cowboy coffee:

Ingredients

  • Coarsely ground coffee
  • Water
  • A kettle or pot
  • A campfire or stove

Instructions

  1. Boil the Water: Fill your kettle or pot with the desired amount of water. Place it over your campfire or stove and bring it to a boil.
  2. Add Coffee Grounds: Once the water is boiling, remove it from the heat and let it sit for about 30 seconds. This slightly cools the water, which helps prevent the coffee from tasting bitter. Add about 2 tablespoons of coarsely ground coffee per 8 ounces (1 cup) of water.
  3. Stir and Let Steep: Stir the coffee grounds into the water, ensuring they are evenly distributed. Let the coffee steep for about 4-5 minutes. The longer it steeps, the stronger the coffee will be.
  4. Settle the Grounds: After steeping, you can either tap the side of the pot or pour a small amount of cold water into the pot. This helps the coffee grounds settle to the bottom.
  5. Pour and Enjoy: Carefully pour the coffee into your cup, trying to leave the settled grounds at the bottom of the pot. If you prefer, you can use a strainer to catch any stray grounds.

Tips

  • Use coarsely ground coffee to minimize the amount of grounds that end up in your cup.
  • If you don’t have a coffee grinder, you can crush whole beans with a rolling pin or another heavy object.
  • Adjust the amount of coffee and steeping time to suit your taste preferences.