Luxe Backpacking, Hunting and Winter Camping Chat

A tent wood stove burns wood as fuel and requires a stove jack for the chimney to exit the shelters living area. Generally a stove jack is made of a fire proof material which makes it possible for a red hot chimney pipe to exit the tent. Secondly tent wood stoves burn wood for fuel that you find in the forest, or bring along with you on your camping adventure. Thirdly how hot it can become inside the tent depends on fuel source, firebox size, and wood dimensions. As a pro tip we like to use different sizes of wood pieces to control the temperature. As a general benefit we like to use a tent wood stove as a heat source, cooking surface, to dry clothes and lower the risk of condensation. Includes lots of pro tips!

Learn how we get a great tipi pitch in deep snow, why a tent wood stove is essential for winter camping, and the benefits you gain. Late season hunting in the snow? What gear and shelter we chose to take along to wrap up the 2019 hunting season!

Fresh from a cold winter camping trip, we discuss the set up and use of 2 x Minipeak XL’s and our Polatouche backpacking tarp to create a basecamp with a large awning. This setup provides a ton of room for several people and gear. Adding a tent wood stove makes cooking, heating, and drying clothes a breeze. You could even add a 2nd stove if you chose! We cover some pro assembly tips to help you recreate this incredible shelter system for that next outdoor adventure.

We share some exciting, scary, and sometimes funny camping tales from the trails and backcountry in order to provide some tips (and laughs) for when the going gets tough. We hope you enjoy these stories and feel encouraged to get out and make some lasting memories in the great outdoors!

After seeing heavy rains in the forecast, we decided to take the Megahorn XL Tipi and 3W Tent Stove out for some cold weather camping. A hot tent is a great way to stay warm and dry, even when it is raining or snowing outside. Think of it as a tiny house in the woods. We break down outdoor gear used and lots of valuable pro tips for your next cold weather winter camping adventure!

We speak with Jake regarding his second elk hunt of the early archery season. This time instead of setting up a basecamp Jake decides to go ultralight for this hunt. How did his gear change? What was left behind? What tips and tricks are useful to get up close and hunt right where the elk are when every minute of the day counts?

Fresh from a week long backpack elk hunt in the great Pacific Northwest, we cover some tips and tricks that may help you on your next trip. Recounting how crucial it is to have a backup plan (or two!) Prepping plenty of dry wood ahead of time, the importance of planning according to the weather and the last minute gear choices that can make or break a trip. We hope this inspires you to get outdoors!

On the hot tent for winter camping topic. We dive into some of the most frequently asked customer service questions about tent wood stoves! “Will my wood stove burn all night?” “Can you cook on top of your stove?” “Is a wood stove safe to use without melting my tent?” “How do I optimize the heat output?” We answer all these and more. So split some kindling, round up a nice pile of seasoned Alder and join us in helping you decide which stove is going to best suit your needs for your next hot tent adventure!

Joined again by Devin Ashby from Backcountry Exposure, we dive into our thoughts on the pros and cons of floorless shelters. Which tent performs better in bad weather? What options do you have for bug protection? We discuss weight and packability of different shelter types, as well as insights into what tent we would choose for a range of different conditions and locations. We hope this helps you decide which shelter you need for your next big camping adventure!

Special Guest Devin Ashby from Backcountry Exposure gives his insights on Sleeping systems. From choosing your first sleeping bag, to which bags perform better for different weather scenarios. Down vs Synthetic for warmth, packability price and storage. We hope this helps you decide what you want to sleep in on your next adventure.

Super pro backpacking and backcountry elk scouting tips! Going over powerful hunt planning tips and discuss the effects of weather on elk migration, rut and habits. Using satellite imagery and map layers to scout ahead of time can greatly improve the quality of your trip.

Packing tips and tricks from decades of backcountry knowledge. Learn how to properly load an overnight backpacking, with all outdoor gear needed for an enjoyable night in the woods. Going over sleeping bag waterproofing, food and tent packing, and even clothing layers considerations. We hope you find this information helpful!

Thoughts on seeking out adventures away from other humans, and the powerful mental and physical health benefits of being in nature. Backpacking and hiking in wilderness is such a powerful experience. We hope this inspires you to go sleep outdoors soon!

Luxe hot tent shelter comparison series. We will be going over commonly asked customer service questions. In this episode we talk about the differences between two of our tipi tents, the Megahorn and Octopeak hot tipi tents. We hope you find this information helpful!

The planning stage is one of the most important pieces to a successful camping trip and often overlooked. Come join us to discuss mental preparedness, adapting your gear with possible weather condition changes, and the importance of being familiar with your gear before you leave. Thorough planning makes for the highest chance of having a smooth backpacking adventure. Not to mention the safest. You will find this information helpful on your next overnight camping trip!

Going over tips and trick for camping in the rain. Covering campsite selection, floorless vs floored tents, prevention, planning and preparation. Things learned from years of camping on the Olympic Peninsula, during all season and weather forecasts. We hope this helps you on your next adventure!