I used to make the mistake of buying hiking boots and thinking I never needed to take care of them. I would go out on a hike, in any condition. Soon I would start to realize that my boots were wearing quicker, they didn’t keep that waterproof performance I needed and I would be forced [...]

If you can’t go glamping, looking at glamping pics is a close second. The spaces assembled in the pictures below are simply stunning. Enjoy! Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source [...]

Winter sleds have come a long way since the good ol’ wood toboggan. These would have made you the envy of every kid on your block.  1. Snow Shredder $79 The Snow Shredder isn’t actually out yet, but this steerable racer looks like it could be a blast. Snow Shredder 2. Stiga King Size Snow [...]

If you are new to the camping world, learning to efficiently cook at a campsite can be tough. Having the right gear is key to make cooking easy and enjoyable. The editors here at 50 Campfires have selected the 5 pieces of gear that make meals at your campsite a breeze. Read below for our [...]

For most of us the two essential items on our camping checklist are a tent and sleeping bag, so the editors here at 50 Campfires put their heads together to determine the best sleeping gear for family campers. From sleeping bags to tents, the editors chose the top 5 sleeping gear based upon hands-on review, [...]

Our personal category includes, well, just about anything you would use on your person. Chairs, cups, backpacks, camp towels, etc. There are about a million different things you can buy these days that claim to make your camping experience easier, safer and more enjoyable. Here are our picks for items that you’ll be glad you [...]

Fire! What category is more fun than fire? Every year we see new products that claim to make your campfire safer, faster, hotter, smaller, bigger, you name it. This year we’re showing you our favorite tools to start a fire, stoke a fire, and put a fire out. When you have a few hungry kids [...]

Admit it – everyone likes free stuff. It’s even better when that “stuff” is the latest and greatest in camping equipment! We regularly partner with some of our favorite manufacturers to get gear into our readers hands. Check back often for camping giveaways – as we’ll always have something up our sleeves! Feed your face, [...]

When you think of the name Zippo you automatically think of the lighter, and a good one at that. But that is not all they are good at. Zippo Outdoor has launched a whole new line of products geared to the family and car camping community. These products are innovative and built to the high [...]

When you think of the name Zippo you automatically think of the lighter, and a good one at that. But that is not all they are good at. Zippo Outdoor has launched a whole new line of products geared to the family and car camping community. These products are innovative and built to the high [...]