Camping doesn’t always have to take place in a forest or at a campground. Having a backyard campout can be just as exciting, without the hassle of packing and travel. Even though your house will be in ...

‘Fess up: the first time you heard the term “glamping,” did you laugh—or scoff? You’d be forgiven for thinking that this buzzword, short for “glamorous camping,” sounds a little ridiculous. After all, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There's rarely a bad time to camp in your backyard. Whether you have friends over or just don't wish to travel to the woods or the mountains, ...

Backyard camping is not just for kids. Take the stress out of packing, trekking, and camping, and go glamping in your own backyard. Whether you’re looking for a high-energy night filled with BBQ and ...

Even if you’re not snowed in, cabin fever is a real thing, if you’re too entrenched in your routine. I, for one, am always up for a little backyard camping, especially if it’s been a while since I’ve ...

I Tried Camping in My Own Backyard. It Was Way Harder Than I Thought. As an outdoors advice columnist, I often tell people to get their nature fix by camping in their own backyard. I finally took a ...

Most camping gear is packed away and stored in the basement during the off-season. So camping gear is a bit like holiday decorations, only used once a year. But there is gear that can be used both at ...