Outdoor Gear eBook
At NDParks, we write a lot about State Parks and outdoor gear, two topics we are passionate about. In the spirit of the latter, we are putting together a free eBook on how to choose your outdoor gear. Below is an excerpt.
Next week, I will post a link so you can download the whole book.
Lighting Equipment for Camping and Hiking
Let’s start with the least fussy aspect of camping equipment, and that’s none other than lighting. While your preferences for tents might be different from, say, a backpacker – considering you’re going on a camping trip with your whole family in tow – both of you would probably have the same wants or needs when it comes to lighting.After all, lighting has a clear-cut primary purpose and that’s to provide sufficient lighting at night or when you’re trekking low-light areas like caves and tunnels. Thus, the first thing you should consider when shopping for lighting kits or equipment is exactly how much light a particular device can give you.
Camping Lanterns
This is probably the most common type of camping lighting because of its portable and compact design. Camping lanterns could be mounted on the wall, hung on a hook, or simply placed on the ground. While they may be bigger and heavier compared to torches, they do offer greater width for lighting and they’re certainly lighter compared to other types of camping lighting equipment like floodlights and spotlights.
Camping lanterns vary in terms of power source.
Candle Lanterns
Although they virtually work the same way ordinary candles do, candle lanterns do come with an improved design to increase burn time and provide better safety features overall. In terms of width of lighting, candle lighting is good enough for general lighting, such as providing sufficient visibility when cooking or cleaning your tent but don’t expect it to function as an excellent reading or task light.
One other thing you shouldn’t expect from candle lanterns is long hours of use. At the most, you can probably expect nine hours of continuous use and that’s only if you utilize UCO candles.
On a positive note, candle lanterns are quite affordable, especially compared to the more advanced camping lighting models, simple to operate, able to provide warmth during chilly or winter nights and create a sufficiently intimate atmosphere if it’s your intention to turn your weekend camping trip into a romantic getaway.
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Looking forward to the eBook. Thanks!
Is there a feature on tents? Looking to buy a tent for the new season.
Thanks for the comment! We will post the download link shortly.