With the popularity of hammock camping increasing, there are so many pieces of cool gear for hammock camping on the market today. I’ve done my research and I will share with you the pieces of gear that I thought were the most interesting hammock camping products around. This list is different than the list that I previously wrote about accessories. On that list, I tried to think of gear that was practical around a campsite, …
How to Use Hammock Straps
The biggest issue for some people new to Hammock Camping is figuring out how to use the hammock straps. There are many different types of straps and each operates differently. Well, I own a number of different types hammock straps myself and I would love to show you how I use them to set up my hammocks. Some of the methods for using hammock straps are easier than others, but none of them are overly …
Hammock Camping Safety; 17 Ways to Stay Safe
Whether you are camping in a tent or hammock there are some things you can do to keep yourself safe. There will always be inherent risks involved with camping but we can do our best to minimize those. There are some things that you can do to ensure your safety that are specifically designed for hammock camping. My list of safety tips has tips for camping in general and tips for specifically camping in a …
Are Cheap Budget Hammocks Good? I Bought Two to Find Out!
Over the past few years there has been an explosion of cheap budget camping hammocks on most marketplaces. With all of these cheap hammocks flooding the market, the one question that I find myself asking over and over is; are these cheap budget camping hammocks any good? Well, I bought two to find out. After using them, I have come to the conclusion that cheap hammocks actually aren’t too bad; however, they probably aren’t the …
The Ultimate Hammock Camping Checklist
When you’re going camping it is important to keep a checklist, if you don’t you might forget something as I have many times. Here I have provided you with the list that I have used in the past to decide what I need to bring. I have listed these things under four different categories; shelter, resources, other essentials and fun stuff. I hope you’re able to find everything you need on my list. If you don’t …
19 Tips and Tricks for Hammock Camping
Everybody who loves hammock camping also loves hearing tips and tricks to make their time more enjoyable. I’ve made our own list and we hope you are able to find something that helps you out. If you know something that I don’t then please leave me a comment below the post; I would love to hear it! Here are my 19 Tips and Tricks for Hammock Camping: 19.Set Up A Fly/Tarp Early Sometimes when I …
Hammock Camping with Bears, Bugs, and Other Wildlife
No matter how you go camping, whether, in a tent or a hammock, there is always a chance that you will encounter wildlife, bears, and bugs included. For some reason; however, camping in a hammock just feels different when it comes to wildlife. So what are the risks when it comes to camping in a hammock? What about the bears, bugs and other animals? The good news is that when it comes to bears, there …
21 Best Accessories For Hammock Camping
There are some things you can bring camping to maximize your comfort. There are also things you can bring that most of us would consider mandatory. On this list, you will see some of both. This article is dedicated to my 21 favorite accessories to bring Hammock Camping. I’ve decided not to include the hammock itself and food that you may be bringing. Because this list is about Hammock Camping specifically you will see a …
Why are Hammocks so Expensive?
People who looking are looking for a quality hammock are often finding themselves asking; “Why are hammocks so expensive?”. Well, I went ahead and looked at a number of different hammocks, at a number of different retailers and here is what I found; you might just be in for a pleasant surprise. While it is true that there was a time when a good quality hammock would you cost an arm and a leg there …
How High to Hang a Hammock
If you have just gotten your hammock and you had to ask this question, don’t be embarrassed, you aren’t the only one. When it comes to deciding how high to hang your hammock, I am here to give you some advice that was given to me; hopefully, it helps you out! Most people like their hammock to sink to the height of a comfortable chair when they sit down in it. This means that …