When it comes to Ely Mn camping gear there is nothing like having a good camping cot along if possible.I wouldn't pack this one into the BWCA..but would bring it along if camping in the Ely area.Lots of good places to camp up here where a person don't have to portage their gear to the campsite.
A good camping cot gives a person a good night sleep.I'd say many of spend 1/2 of the time sleeping while camping.Why not get a good night sleep on a good camping cot.
There are a variety of camping cots out there.This one gives you a pretty good bang for the money.It's a military style camp cot that's easy to pack up,and haul around in it's sack.
We got a larger size tent now,and are so greatful that we don't sleep on the ground anymore.
It's so nice to sit on the cot and take your shoes off,and that much easier getting out of bed in the morning.I get a little stiff sleeping on the hard ground.I'm sure we all do.
So if you're looking for a folding camping cot.Give this one a try.It won't let you down.
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Coleman Propane Lantern
So you're planning a camping trip in Ely Mn.If so,don't forget to bring a lantern along.
I don't need to tell you how much better a coleman propane lantern makes thing out in the bush at night.
So if you're camping on Big Lake in Ely make sure to bring it along.
I recommend this coleman northstar lantern because it comes with a carrying case.
So if you're looking on where to buy a lantern in Ely.Maybe get it here online before your trip.You'll save money,and can test it out first at home..instead of on the first night camping.
I don't need to tell you how much better a coleman propane lantern makes thing out in the bush at night.
So if you're camping on Big Lake in Ely make sure to bring it along.
I recommend this coleman northstar lantern because it comes with a carrying case.
So if you're looking on where to buy a lantern in Ely.Maybe get it here online before your trip.You'll save money,and can test it out first at home..instead of on the first night camping.
Coleman Camping Chair
I love having my Coleman Camping Chair while camping at Fenske Lake.
I was up in Ely Mn last year and was looking around to see if I could find a camping chair up that way while staying at Fenske Lake Campground.
An outfitter in town sold this very chair for 69.00.
So if you're wondering were can I buy camping gear in Ely Mn.Maybe consider buying your camping gear online at amazon com.
There camping gear is alot more affordable than buying it up in Ely.
Anyways..This is the best camping chair I've come across.It's a large chair and very comfortable,and very sturdy.It packs up nicely and have been using this chair for a couple years now.I love it.
It has cup holders..and some nice pouches for things like lighters,bug repelent etc..I love fishing with this chair on shore.
I'd recommend this camping chair to anyone.Especially those who like to sit down because the ground up here is so hard on the feet.
I was up in Ely Mn last year and was looking around to see if I could find a camping chair up that way while staying at Fenske Lake Campground.
An outfitter in town sold this very chair for 69.00.
So if you're wondering were can I buy camping gear in Ely Mn.Maybe consider buying your camping gear online at amazon com.
There camping gear is alot more affordable than buying it up in Ely.
Anyways..This is the best camping chair I've come across.It's a large chair and very comfortable,and very sturdy.It packs up nicely and have been using this chair for a couple years now.I love it.
It has cup holders..and some nice pouches for things like lighters,bug repelent etc..I love fishing with this chair on shore.
I'd recommend this camping chair to anyone.Especially those who like to sit down because the ground up here is so hard on the feet.
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Life Jackets
Let us talk about the subject of Life Jackets.It's something some of where at all times in the boat,and many of us have only tried our life jackets on once,and keep them more so in the boat due to law.
It's only wear and tear in most cases is the dirt in picks up on the bottom of the boat,or being transported.
A person buys one life jacket,and as long as that person don't lose it.It's the last life jacket he'll ever buy,unless he or she is buying one for their children,or loved one.
The secret about what's the best life jacket for you.Does not come down soley to the price.
A life jacket in the 20.00 - 30.00 may be the one that's just right for you.
That's the funny thing about life jackets.You have the average priced ones that are really affordable,and then the life jackets that cost 30.00 more.
Which one is better?
They are both equally as good!!
The difference is that the more expensive ones fit better,that don't snug up so close to the neck,and the armpits.It makes canoing,fishing,and even swimming in it so much easier than your standard life vest.
The more expensives ones have a better fit.If a person did have to swim a mile in one,you wouldn't have the scraping on the jacket from your arm pit area.That can bruise,and chaff something fiercely.
If you're a person who can't swim at all,or just choose to play it safe and wears a life jacket the whole time while out on the open lake.Then the more expensive one is the better choice.
The other life jackets are a little uncomfortable.They work great,and they are great to have along in the boat.I personally use the cheeper ones,because I never wear them.I'm a good swimmer,and if the boat tips over.Odds are I'll be able to get to it.
But if I couldn't swim at all..and if I spent more than just a couple weekends a year out on the water.I'd buy the more expensive one.After all..if you're going to be wearing something alot.Why not make it comfortable.
However..I do like the more expensive,and better fitting ones when I do some serious adventure.Like for trips into the Boundry Waters.I do wear my life jacket after ice out on canoe trips in the BWCA..and when venturing into Canada to spend some time Lake Trout fishing in the Quetico.
For canoe travel,and if one wears it just to have more space in the canoe for other gear.A better fitting life jacket says alot.
So you see..It's not the price of the life jacket that should determine if its right for you.
It comes down to a little about you,and what activities you're doing out on the open water.
If you're doing a little of both,and you just want a good life jacket that you wear when the conditions feel right for it.Such as windy,or possible stormy weather,white caps etc..Then go for a medium priced size jacket.
I'm all about the quality of my equipment,and like gear that's right for me.
Another thing that comes to mind is what's the right size life jacket for me?
I always get a jacket big enough that I can wear a winter coat underneath.So get a semi loose fitting jacket.They are all adjustable to some degree.So if it feels a little to big,just tighten up the straps some.
You want an adjustable life jacket.One that you can use just after ice out,to a hot day in August.So when picking out the right life jacket for you.Don't buy one specifically for the month of August.I think you know what I mean.
Lastly..if you're a guy like me who never wears a life jacket,but has one in the boat just in case.Not to mention it's the law.The fine for not having a life jacket in the boat for each passenger,costs more than a new life jacket.So make sure you have one for both of those reasons.
If that be the case.Then get your average adult stearns life jacket to have along in the boat,or canoe for that matter.They only cost between 20.00-25.00 bucks and will save your life.Good quality,heavy duty,and will last a life time.
These are the things I just wrote about when it comes to what life jacket is right for you.
It's only wear and tear in most cases is the dirt in picks up on the bottom of the boat,or being transported.
A person buys one life jacket,and as long as that person don't lose it.It's the last life jacket he'll ever buy,unless he or she is buying one for their children,or loved one.
The secret about what's the best life jacket for you.Does not come down soley to the price.
A life jacket in the 20.00 - 30.00 may be the one that's just right for you.
That's the funny thing about life jackets.You have the average priced ones that are really affordable,and then the life jackets that cost 30.00 more.
Which one is better?
They are both equally as good!!
The difference is that the more expensive ones fit better,that don't snug up so close to the neck,and the armpits.It makes canoing,fishing,and even swimming in it so much easier than your standard life vest.
The more expensives ones have a better fit.If a person did have to swim a mile in one,you wouldn't have the scraping on the jacket from your arm pit area.That can bruise,and chaff something fiercely.
If you're a person who can't swim at all,or just choose to play it safe and wears a life jacket the whole time while out on the open lake.Then the more expensive one is the better choice.
The other life jackets are a little uncomfortable.They work great,and they are great to have along in the boat.I personally use the cheeper ones,because I never wear them.I'm a good swimmer,and if the boat tips over.Odds are I'll be able to get to it.
But if I couldn't swim at all..and if I spent more than just a couple weekends a year out on the water.I'd buy the more expensive one.After all..if you're going to be wearing something alot.Why not make it comfortable.
However..I do like the more expensive,and better fitting ones when I do some serious adventure.Like for trips into the Boundry Waters.I do wear my life jacket after ice out on canoe trips in the BWCA..and when venturing into Canada to spend some time Lake Trout fishing in the Quetico.
For canoe travel,and if one wears it just to have more space in the canoe for other gear.A better fitting life jacket says alot.
So you see..It's not the price of the life jacket that should determine if its right for you.
It comes down to a little about you,and what activities you're doing out on the open water.
If you're doing a little of both,and you just want a good life jacket that you wear when the conditions feel right for it.Such as windy,or possible stormy weather,white caps etc..Then go for a medium priced size jacket.
I'm all about the quality of my equipment,and like gear that's right for me.
Another thing that comes to mind is what's the right size life jacket for me?
I always get a jacket big enough that I can wear a winter coat underneath.So get a semi loose fitting jacket.They are all adjustable to some degree.So if it feels a little to big,just tighten up the straps some.
You want an adjustable life jacket.One that you can use just after ice out,to a hot day in August.So when picking out the right life jacket for you.Don't buy one specifically for the month of August.I think you know what I mean.
Lastly..if you're a guy like me who never wears a life jacket,but has one in the boat just in case.Not to mention it's the law.The fine for not having a life jacket in the boat for each passenger,costs more than a new life jacket.So make sure you have one for both of those reasons.
If that be the case.Then get your average adult stearns life jacket to have along in the boat,or canoe for that matter.They only cost between 20.00-25.00 bucks and will save your life.Good quality,heavy duty,and will last a life time.
These are the things I just wrote about when it comes to what life jacket is right for you.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Coleman Lanterns
When it comes to Coleman Lanterns.This is the one I use most while camping,and even out ice fishing during the night hours.
This is the most brightest lantern you can get,and it's worth every penny.
I have used the Coleman Powerhouse Lantern for 20 years now,and am still using the one I bought 22 years ago.I might have replaced the generator on it once,and replaced a globe because a friend of mine kicked it over,but other than that this is a heavy duty lantern that will last you a life time.
You grandkids could be very well using it 80 years from now.This is a dam good lantern.
All Coleman Lanterns are great.This just happens to be the one that puts out the most light.
I'm still an avid outdoorsman,but like alot of light around after the sun goes down.Having this lantern along while camping is like having a street light along to light up your camp.
On alot of camping trips we don't get back to the campsite till well after dark.I have dinner yet to prepare,and cook..and in most cases fish to clean as well.You can't do those things with just a flashlight.Or a bright campfire for that matter.
You need a lantern.Without one a person ends up using a flashlight all night long,or having a friend hold it while you do specific chores.
A lantern is a must for camping.There is no way around it.If you have never used a lantern while camping,then you've never camped with all the necessities to make a good camping trip worth while.
Who wants to sit in the dark all night,or just stare at the light of the campfire..and be more blinded afterwards looking into the darkeness.
A lantern is not only great because it gives the light needed to see.It's best feature is being able to carry it,and relocate it through out the campsite where the light is needed.
It's a big fuel flashlight..that disperses the light evenly through out your camp.
I love these Coleman Powerhouse Lanterns so much I bought two of them to have around.
They're also a great source for emergency lighting if you ever lose electricity at home.There a great thing to have around,and I've even used these lanterns in the back yard for late night projects.
I personally recommend the fuel lanterns like this model here "The Powerhouse".
I hate the price of those one pound propane cylinders for one.The second reason is the fuel lanterns are brighter.
However a couple of the propane lanterns give them a run for their money.You only need so much light.The rest is over kill.But it's not only the price of those 1lb cylinders,it the disposal of them.
If you're out camping a few nights,and you have a lot of night time activity.You're going to use quite a few 1lb cylenders.They are a heavy piece of garbage as far as I'm concerned when used up.It makes a person wonder how many of these things are being burried in landfills.
Go with the fuel lanterns.You'll save alot of money..and more enviromentaly friendly than the propane model lanterns.That could be debated,but it the resources to make and the disposal of those empty 1lb tanks where one would lose the argument.
Now..HOWEVER..Many prefere the propane lanterns when using them indoor,or inside a structure like a portable fish-house.Some even prefere switching to propane lanterns for winter activities.
Less fumes..and no needing to refuel with a fuel can,and funnel..and hand exposure to the cold temps holding metal,or getting a little fuel on them etc.
For ice fishing I use both..but lean more so with the propane lanterns.A couple one pound tank to carry in is easier,and stealth when operating the lantern...and mantaining the light.All ya do is unscrew the empty pot,and screw in another while wearing mittens,or gloves.
Most lanterns have a flint spark after turning the knob,and she lights up right away like a charm.
For my Powerhouse I use a big stick match,or a lighter.
Both lanterns serve their purpose.
But for spring/summer..and fall camping go with a fuel lantern.Go with the Coleman Powerhouse Lantern.This one won't let you down.
As I mentioned earlier.."These are the best lanterns".No company has come close,or has even stepped foward to challenge Coleman Lanterns.That says alot.
If something breaks,or wears out everything is replaceable.From the globe to the generator.
This is a dual fuel lantern.That means you can use unleaded gasoline in it,or the coleman fuel.I use the gas.Way cheeper,and do not notice any difference between the two fuels.I've often wondered what fuel is best for the lantern itself.I can't answer that question.With my experience,and I have been using this particular model for 22 years who's to say.I've run mine on both.What ever happens to around at the time,or if I see Coleman fuel on sale.I don't think it really matters.
I'll be adding more various models of Coleman Lanterns later on this week!!
This is the most brightest lantern you can get,and it's worth every penny.
I have used the Coleman Powerhouse Lantern for 20 years now,and am still using the one I bought 22 years ago.I might have replaced the generator on it once,and replaced a globe because a friend of mine kicked it over,but other than that this is a heavy duty lantern that will last you a life time.
You grandkids could be very well using it 80 years from now.This is a dam good lantern.
All Coleman Lanterns are great.This just happens to be the one that puts out the most light.
I'm still an avid outdoorsman,but like alot of light around after the sun goes down.Having this lantern along while camping is like having a street light along to light up your camp.
On alot of camping trips we don't get back to the campsite till well after dark.I have dinner yet to prepare,and cook..and in most cases fish to clean as well.You can't do those things with just a flashlight.Or a bright campfire for that matter.
You need a lantern.Without one a person ends up using a flashlight all night long,or having a friend hold it while you do specific chores.
A lantern is a must for camping.There is no way around it.If you have never used a lantern while camping,then you've never camped with all the necessities to make a good camping trip worth while.
Who wants to sit in the dark all night,or just stare at the light of the campfire..and be more blinded afterwards looking into the darkeness.
A lantern is not only great because it gives the light needed to see.It's best feature is being able to carry it,and relocate it through out the campsite where the light is needed.
It's a big fuel flashlight..that disperses the light evenly through out your camp.
I love these Coleman Powerhouse Lanterns so much I bought two of them to have around.
They're also a great source for emergency lighting if you ever lose electricity at home.There a great thing to have around,and I've even used these lanterns in the back yard for late night projects.
I personally recommend the fuel lanterns like this model here "The Powerhouse".
I hate the price of those one pound propane cylinders for one.The second reason is the fuel lanterns are brighter.
However a couple of the propane lanterns give them a run for their money.You only need so much light.The rest is over kill.But it's not only the price of those 1lb cylinders,it the disposal of them.
If you're out camping a few nights,and you have a lot of night time activity.You're going to use quite a few 1lb cylenders.They are a heavy piece of garbage as far as I'm concerned when used up.It makes a person wonder how many of these things are being burried in landfills.
Go with the fuel lanterns.You'll save alot of money..and more enviromentaly friendly than the propane model lanterns.That could be debated,but it the resources to make and the disposal of those empty 1lb tanks where one would lose the argument.
Now..HOWEVER..Many prefere the propane lanterns when using them indoor,or inside a structure like a portable fish-house.Some even prefere switching to propane lanterns for winter activities.
Less fumes..and no needing to refuel with a fuel can,and funnel..and hand exposure to the cold temps holding metal,or getting a little fuel on them etc.
For ice fishing I use both..but lean more so with the propane lanterns.A couple one pound tank to carry in is easier,and stealth when operating the lantern...and mantaining the light.All ya do is unscrew the empty pot,and screw in another while wearing mittens,or gloves.
Most lanterns have a flint spark after turning the knob,and she lights up right away like a charm.
For my Powerhouse I use a big stick match,or a lighter.
Both lanterns serve their purpose.
But for spring/summer..and fall camping go with a fuel lantern.Go with the Coleman Powerhouse Lantern.This one won't let you down.
As I mentioned earlier.."These are the best lanterns".No company has come close,or has even stepped foward to challenge Coleman Lanterns.That says alot.
If something breaks,or wears out everything is replaceable.From the globe to the generator.
This is a dual fuel lantern.That means you can use unleaded gasoline in it,or the coleman fuel.I use the gas.Way cheeper,and do not notice any difference between the two fuels.I've often wondered what fuel is best for the lantern itself.I can't answer that question.With my experience,and I have been using this particular model for 22 years who's to say.I've run mine on both.What ever happens to around at the time,or if I see Coleman fuel on sale.I don't think it really matters.
I'll be adding more various models of Coleman Lanterns later on this week!!
Monday, March 7, 2011
Coleman Propane Cooking Stove
This is a Coleman Propane Cooking Stove.
It's a two burner camp stove that uses 1 lb propane tanks for it's heat source.You can also by an adapter stove and run this off a 20lb or a 100lb tank also.I used this one in my garage also.
It's a good durable stove and the stove itself I have no complaints about.They last for ever,and you can always count on it working as long as you have some fuel.
Some people wonder if they should go with the propane stove.Or use the fuel stove.
It's all a matter of preference,and they all have their good points.
Neither type of fuel effects the food taste.It comes down if a person wants to haul in a can of fuel to their camp spot,or if they want to carry in some one pound pots of propane etc.
With propane you just screw the tank on firmly and it's good to go.
With fuel you have to use a small funnel and fill the stove tank,and then give it 50 small hand pumps etc.
Propane burns a little cleaner,but like I said a person don't know that because the fuel stove burns so clean.A blind folded test you wouldn't know what stove is being used.I think you get my point.
Going with the fuel stove is cheeper.A lot of the stores sell those 1lb propane tanks to expensive for my blood.So buy them in bulk,and I think Mills Fleet Farm is the best place to buy them.Shop around for them.
BUT..you can use this tank with a 20lb tank if you have a hose adapter,so thus propane is just as cheep as using fuel then.I know this sounds confusing,just pointing out budget options of the cost of operating these coleman cook stoves.
For example ...Say I was camping for a whole week.What Coleman Stove would be cheeper to operate considering fuel costs?...Propane Vs Fuel.
The fuel stove would be cheeper,than a person who purchased 1lb propane tanks for their stove.UNLESS they purchased propane in 20lb tanks.As I mentioned earlier they charge an arm & a leg for those 1 pound propane pots.Having your 20 pound propane tank filled is way cheeper than buying those one pound disposable propane pots.The technical term is cylinders,but I call them pots.
It all comes down to preference.
One great thing about the coleman propane camping stoves is one don't have to worry about packing fuel,or smelly fuel containers.So where ever the stove is packed,it won't leak,and it won't create fumes..and cause fuel odor on your gear.
The fuel stoves should be transported empty if all possible,or kept flat when transporting.I have a plastic storage container specifically for the stove and the fuel.This is the only thing that I use for transporting the coleman fuel stoves.I don't pack that stove in with my cloths,tent,or sleeping bag,nor with the food.So if you go with the fuel stove.Look around for a good plastic tote,or storage container to keep it in.
Another thing I'd like to point out..is propane is heavier bringing in than fuel.The tanks themself weigh enough even empty.But on the other hand if you're just camping a night,or two..Then a couple one pound propane tanks aint no hassle at all.
Both stoves burn hot...The fuel stove may burn hotter,but these stoves don't need to be turned up on high.Unless you boiling huge pots of water for spaghetti.
I do believe though you can retain a higher/hotter burning temperature with the fuel stove,but then once again I could be wrong..and a full 20lb tank of propane would give a run for the money with the fuel stove.Pressure wise you can always keep pumping up the fuel stove..and even near empty get a super hot flame..Propane tanks when they lose pressure getting low..don't burn as hot then.
The main thing is..this is nothing to worry about,because even when the Coleman Propane Stove is nearing empty on propane.I can still cook anything..boil anything..accomplish anything.
If you're looking for a good Coleman Propane Cooking Stove..Here ya go..:)
It's a two burner camp stove that uses 1 lb propane tanks for it's heat source.You can also by an adapter stove and run this off a 20lb or a 100lb tank also.I used this one in my garage also.
It's a good durable stove and the stove itself I have no complaints about.They last for ever,and you can always count on it working as long as you have some fuel.
Some people wonder if they should go with the propane stove.Or use the fuel stove.
It's all a matter of preference,and they all have their good points.
Neither type of fuel effects the food taste.It comes down if a person wants to haul in a can of fuel to their camp spot,or if they want to carry in some one pound pots of propane etc.
With propane you just screw the tank on firmly and it's good to go.
With fuel you have to use a small funnel and fill the stove tank,and then give it 50 small hand pumps etc.
Propane burns a little cleaner,but like I said a person don't know that because the fuel stove burns so clean.A blind folded test you wouldn't know what stove is being used.I think you get my point.
Going with the fuel stove is cheeper.A lot of the stores sell those 1lb propane tanks to expensive for my blood.So buy them in bulk,and I think Mills Fleet Farm is the best place to buy them.Shop around for them.
BUT..you can use this tank with a 20lb tank if you have a hose adapter,so thus propane is just as cheep as using fuel then.I know this sounds confusing,just pointing out budget options of the cost of operating these coleman cook stoves.
For example ...Say I was camping for a whole week.What Coleman Stove would be cheeper to operate considering fuel costs?...Propane Vs Fuel.
The fuel stove would be cheeper,than a person who purchased 1lb propane tanks for their stove.UNLESS they purchased propane in 20lb tanks.As I mentioned earlier they charge an arm & a leg for those 1 pound propane pots.Having your 20 pound propane tank filled is way cheeper than buying those one pound disposable propane pots.The technical term is cylinders,but I call them pots.
It all comes down to preference.
One great thing about the coleman propane camping stoves is one don't have to worry about packing fuel,or smelly fuel containers.So where ever the stove is packed,it won't leak,and it won't create fumes..and cause fuel odor on your gear.
The fuel stoves should be transported empty if all possible,or kept flat when transporting.I have a plastic storage container specifically for the stove and the fuel.This is the only thing that I use for transporting the coleman fuel stoves.I don't pack that stove in with my cloths,tent,or sleeping bag,nor with the food.So if you go with the fuel stove.Look around for a good plastic tote,or storage container to keep it in.
Another thing I'd like to point out..is propane is heavier bringing in than fuel.The tanks themself weigh enough even empty.But on the other hand if you're just camping a night,or two..Then a couple one pound propane tanks aint no hassle at all.
Both stoves burn hot...The fuel stove may burn hotter,but these stoves don't need to be turned up on high.Unless you boiling huge pots of water for spaghetti.
I do believe though you can retain a higher/hotter burning temperature with the fuel stove,but then once again I could be wrong..and a full 20lb tank of propane would give a run for the money with the fuel stove.Pressure wise you can always keep pumping up the fuel stove..and even near empty get a super hot flame..Propane tanks when they lose pressure getting low..don't burn as hot then.
The main thing is..this is nothing to worry about,because even when the Coleman Propane Stove is nearing empty on propane.I can still cook anything..boil anything..accomplish anything.
If you're looking for a good Coleman Propane Cooking Stove..Here ya go..:)
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Screen Tent
As some of you know I wrote an article earlier about how great a screen tent is to have along while camping out in the great outdoors.
Sometimes the bugs in Ely Minnesota are so horrible,that I've had great weather only to be drowned out by misquitos,biting flies,and the occasional jack pine beatle landing on me or my food.Some of the portage trails have been the worse,or having to set up camp in a spot you would have chosen other wise.
It's usually an hour after dark the misquitos are the worse and glad I had a screen tent along on many a trips.Some trips the misquitos have been horror all night long.
So for bug protection they are like a savior when they are unusually bad.A Eureka Screen Tent is also great to have along if it rains.If it rains all day you still have a shelter you can cook in,and conversate with those with you.Instead of everyone having to retreat to their own tents,or standing in the rain in your rain jackets.
Not sure if Ely Mn Camping sales has this particular tent to offer you,but you can buy it here right online.Eureka makes the best tents,and it's a eureka screen tent that I use while camping up here in Ely Mn.
So instead of looking where to buy a tent in Ely Minnesota.Maybe save yourself a few bucks,and buy one online.Set it up at home and test it,waterproof it,and make sure all the parts came with it.
Here is an article about taking care of a good tent that you want to last,and use on many camping trips to come.
But back to the subject at hand.A screen tent gives camping a new name,well at least it feels like it does.It's a universal shelter that's used for more than just bug protection.It's like the mess hall,the bad weather shelter we're all conversate when the weather gets nasty.It's a retreat to get away from that big deer fly that's chasing you.
I'm up there in age now,and I like making camping as comfortable as possible.Having one of these things along will spoil you.
I don't think alot of campers portage them in the boundry waters,but I see a hell of a lot of people using them in the Superior National Forest right up to it's very edge.
If the weathers great,and the bugs are not to bad I'm never in it.But it sure is nice to have along while camping for the un-expected.Bad weather & bugs can be so unpredictable.
Sometimes the bugs in Ely Minnesota are so horrible,that I've had great weather only to be drowned out by misquitos,biting flies,and the occasional jack pine beatle landing on me or my food.Some of the portage trails have been the worse,or having to set up camp in a spot you would have chosen other wise.
It's usually an hour after dark the misquitos are the worse and glad I had a screen tent along on many a trips.Some trips the misquitos have been horror all night long.
So for bug protection they are like a savior when they are unusually bad.A Eureka Screen Tent is also great to have along if it rains.If it rains all day you still have a shelter you can cook in,and conversate with those with you.Instead of everyone having to retreat to their own tents,or standing in the rain in your rain jackets.
Not sure if Ely Mn Camping sales has this particular tent to offer you,but you can buy it here right online.Eureka makes the best tents,and it's a eureka screen tent that I use while camping up here in Ely Mn.
So instead of looking where to buy a tent in Ely Minnesota.Maybe save yourself a few bucks,and buy one online.Set it up at home and test it,waterproof it,and make sure all the parts came with it.
Here is an article about taking care of a good tent that you want to last,and use on many camping trips to come.
But back to the subject at hand.A screen tent gives camping a new name,well at least it feels like it does.It's a universal shelter that's used for more than just bug protection.It's like the mess hall,the bad weather shelter we're all conversate when the weather gets nasty.It's a retreat to get away from that big deer fly that's chasing you.
I'm up there in age now,and I like making camping as comfortable as possible.Having one of these things along will spoil you.
I don't think alot of campers portage them in the boundry waters,but I see a hell of a lot of people using them in the Superior National Forest right up to it's very edge.
If the weathers great,and the bugs are not to bad I'm never in it.But it sure is nice to have along while camping for the un-expected.Bad weather & bugs can be so unpredictable.
Coleman Cook Stoves
I've always liked the Coleman Cook Stoves.
They are heavy duty,and they deliver what's expected out of them.
I have cooked everything from frozen pizzas,to huge roast dinners and everything in between.I'm not sure how long they have been around,but they have been making camping stoves for well over 50 years now.I don't think there is a garage in this country that don't have a coleman cooking stove somewhere in the rafters.
If you're looking for one of the larger Coleman Cook Stoves I'd choose this model here.
This is the Coleman 2 Burner Dual Fuel.A camp stove very worthy of the Coleman name.
I also use this stove for when the power goes out,and if there is any other kind of emergency.Having a back up stove is always a good idea incase of natural disasters.
This stove burns on regular unleaded gas.Or you can use coleman fuel.I really don't notice any difference between using the two.
This is the large model as I said,and it's really a great stove and I'd assume last you a life time.
All the Coleman Cook Stoves are great.This just happens to be the one I own,and I love it!!
They are heavy duty,and they deliver what's expected out of them.
I have cooked everything from frozen pizzas,to huge roast dinners and everything in between.I'm not sure how long they have been around,but they have been making camping stoves for well over 50 years now.I don't think there is a garage in this country that don't have a coleman cooking stove somewhere in the rafters.
If you're looking for one of the larger Coleman Cook Stoves I'd choose this model here.
This is the Coleman 2 Burner Dual Fuel.A camp stove very worthy of the Coleman name.
I also use this stove for when the power goes out,and if there is any other kind of emergency.Having a back up stove is always a good idea incase of natural disasters.
This stove burns on regular unleaded gas.Or you can use coleman fuel.I really don't notice any difference between using the two.
This is the large model as I said,and it's really a great stove and I'd assume last you a life time.
All the Coleman Cook Stoves are great.This just happens to be the one I own,and I love it!!
Eureka Equinox 6
If you're looking for a big Eureka Equinox 6 Tent.Here it is.This is one nice tent with 3 big windows and a rain fly to keep out the strongest of blowing rain.
I've used this tent comming on 10 years now,and if the day ever comes where it wears out.I'll replace it with another one.
The kids are grown now,but my wife & I still use it on our adventures up north.
Eureka Equinox tents are the best.They breath great and I've never had a drop of rain make it in mine,unless you consider my wet boots.
It only takes one person putting this tent up,but alot easier with two people when attaching the rain fly.
I'd have to say this is one of the best Eureka Family tents out there,and I've been very pleased with it.
Make sure to stake this one down good.Larger sized tents catch more wind.
All in all I'd recommend this tent to anyone,and if something ever happened to mine I'd buy the same exact one again.
Another thing I'd like to add is this baby stands up to storms great,and like I said it's never leaked a drop.
I'm 6'1" and I can stand up in the center to change cloths,or get dress if that be the case.
A Eureka Equinox Tent may cost a little more,but they are well worth it.I've used my tent at least a 1000 times,and I still got many more years use out of it.
You'll find more models here at Eureka Tents.
I've used this tent comming on 10 years now,and if the day ever comes where it wears out.I'll replace it with another one.
The kids are grown now,but my wife & I still use it on our adventures up north.
Eureka Equinox tents are the best.They breath great and I've never had a drop of rain make it in mine,unless you consider my wet boots.
It only takes one person putting this tent up,but alot easier with two people when attaching the rain fly.
I'd have to say this is one of the best Eureka Family tents out there,and I've been very pleased with it.
Make sure to stake this one down good.Larger sized tents catch more wind.
All in all I'd recommend this tent to anyone,and if something ever happened to mine I'd buy the same exact one again.
Another thing I'd like to add is this baby stands up to storms great,and like I said it's never leaked a drop.
I'm 6'1" and I can stand up in the center to change cloths,or get dress if that be the case.
A Eureka Equinox Tent may cost a little more,but they are well worth it.I've used my tent at least a 1000 times,and I still got many more years use out of it.
You'll find more models here at Eureka Tents.
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