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Lodge Max Temp Handle Mitt, Black List Price: $4.99 Sale Price: $3.50

Protect your hands from hot pot handles with this slip-on handle mitt. From Lodge, maker of rugged cast-iron cookware, the mitt features heavy-duty Pyrotex fabric on the exterior, along with a scorch-proof coating. Inside, a thick terry lining feels comfortable against the skin, and thick cotton batting between the two layers adds further heat and steam protection. Heat-resistant up to 450 degrees F, the Max Temp mitt fits over stainless or cast-iron handles, indoors or at the barbecue, and comes in basic black to match any décor. --Ann Bieri Heavy-duty Pyrotex outer fabric resists scorching and burning. Steam barrier, heavy cotton batting, and thick terry lining all combine to provide ultimate heat protection. Protection to 650 degrees F.

AeroBed for Kids List Price: $100.00 Sale Price: $68.00

A good night's rest for your child means a good night's rest for you. AeroBed for Kids is the portable bed perfectly designed for children ages 3 and up. With our Instant-On AC Pump, AeroBed for Kids inflates in 60 seconds. Channel-construction design holds up to 150 lbs. A large 50" x 25" sleep surface with 4" surround safety cushion prevents kids from rolling off the bed. The thick, washable, fitted mattress pad is easy to clean and provides extra comfort and convenience.

Barney's Outdoor Fun List Price: $14.98 Sale Price: $2.99 Used From: $2.61

When young Stephen shows up in a khaki vest with a pair of binoculars and a yen to be a forest ranger, it's Barney's signal to take the crew to Camp WannaRunnaRound for some hiking, fishing and--of course--plenty of singing and dancing. Once out in the woods, the crew is joined by B.J. and Baby Bop for some catch-and-release fishing and a "Lake Medley." Next, Counselor Barney shows the kids how to set up a tent, pack for a day hike, and problem-solve when it comes to a fallen log. The hikers see a squirrel and a raccoon, sing the environment-friendly "Pick Up Your Part of the World," and end up around the campfire telling stories. When they get too scary for Baby Bop, the gang opts to listen to the sounds of insects instead. This 50-minute program satisfyingly sets up basic camp etiquette for either a structured facility or family outings. (Ages 2 to 6) --Kimberly Heinrichs Barney and friends go camping.Genre: Children's VideoRating: NRRelease Date: 13-MAY-2003Media Type: DVD

	Psalty Kid's Praise! 5 - Psalty's Camping Adventure Sale Price: $18.95
	While climbing up the mountain Psalty and the Kids learn problem solving principles. SONGS: We're Going Camping Now, Blooper's Howl-lelujah Chorus, The Bible Alphabet Song, One Step At A Time, God Is Great, Do My Best, On A Starry Night, Farley McFirefly's Glow Show, Cares Chorus, All Through The Day

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	Check out this action packed Outdoor DVD, 'Beginner's Guide To Camping'.

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Harry and the Hendersons (Special Edition) List Price: $12.98 Sale Price: $5.90 Used From: $5.08

John Lithgow takes adventure to new heights in this big-laughs, big-hearted, big-footed comedy for the whole family! A chance car accident introduces the Hendersons to the real-life Bigfoot, who is anything but a ferocious monster and quickly becomes a true friend to the family. They're soon in a race against the clock to return "Harry" to his natural environment before the authorities capture him. The fur will fly in this feel-good romp - an Oscar winner for Best Makeup - the whole family will enjoy again and again! This cute movie by William Dear stars John Lithgow as a family man who befriends a Sasquatch (a.k.a. Bigfoot) and brings the friendly monster's oversized, hairy self into his Seattle home. Mayhem and comedy ensue, but things take a heavier turn when a hunter (David Suchet) gets on the creature's trail. Everything hinges on the relationship between Lithgow's character and Harry (the Sasquatch), and that relationship is really quite effective and touching. Don Ameche is a hoot as an old guy who has dreamed of meeting Bigfoot all his life and finally gets the glorious chance. --Tom Keogh

If you want to make your camping trips just a little bit easier, a pop up camping tent may be exactly what you need. A pop up tent avoids having to carry stakes and set them up before you set up your tent.

A pop up tent will set up as fast as you can get it out of the bag. It saves time so you can hike further and enjoy the campsite more when you get there. You will have more time for relaxing, cooking marshmallows, singing campfire songs, and doing all those things you love to do when you go camping.

If wrestling with tents is you idea of entertainment, then you have issues that a pop up tent won’t solve.

If there is one thing you do not want to mess around with when you are camping, it is your tent. If you are taking advantage of the great outdoors you will be tired after a long day and you want to be able to sleep without worrying about such things as leaks, dampness, or cold air blasting through. You also need to make sure that you are properly vented. So when you are picking up a pop up camping tent, make sure that you do not compromise on materials.

Make sure you get a sturdy tent with waterproof material and a reinforced floor. You should also make sure that the tent has adequate ventilation otherwise things can get a little sticky and smelly in there.

What are the advantages of pop up camping tents other than convenience? A pop up tent is a single unit design, so the entire
tent must be built as one piece. When they are built right, you know it will set up correctly every time. Pop tents are usually made for smaller camping groups. A good pop up tent will hold no more than four people and, in most cases no more than two. But for smaller tents it can be an ideal design.

They are designed to be stored in a specific manner and to be restored in that same manner, so you know how much tent you
will need to carry. Because of its design, storage is a specific consideration on the drawing board, so you know they have
to get it right.

The only disadvantage is that pop up camping tents are usually for smaller groups. You will find the convenience so satisfying; you will wish they could make these tents in larger sizes. But if you only need a tent for two people, a pop up tent is the way to go.

All of us like to work out in our own way. Some go to the gym, some swim, some do aerobics, yoga or kick boxing and some like to go camping. Camping is an outdoor activity which offers a great work out as well as a rejuvenating experience. We come home fit and refreshed after camping. But to have more fun at camping and to make the trip safer, you need to invest in good quality camping equipment. The equipment you choose can make your camping experience more comfortable and easy.

Camping tents are one of the most important equipment items that you will need to invest in. They offer you shelter from the elements and a safe place to rest. Camping tents are available with different levels of quality and various price ranges. You have several choices available depending on your needs and budget. There are three factors which should be considered while choosing a tent, the tent size, the cost and the weather conditions.

Camping tent size will depend on the number of people camping, the height of the campers, the room required for storage and supplies, and the size of the site where you are going to camp. The camping tent should not be excessively large as they become unstable in rough weather. But they should be taller than the tallest person in the group. Go for more than one tent if the group is bigger. The duration of your camping adventure will determine how many supplies you will need to carry and thus how big the tent should be.

Camping tents that are expensive have good quality fabric which keeps the tent cool and dry. If you are new to camping and are going for a short camping trip closer to home, then it is better to opt for a cheaper camping tent. If you want, you can always upgrade it later. If you are expecting inclement weather, then it is better to have a camping tent which is tough enough to handle rain, wind and the sun. For experienced campers who go to mountainous areas where the wind is very strong, a Geodesic tent is ideal.

Camping cookware is also important if you want to prepare simple, easy to cook meals for yourself and others. It is essential to go for lightweight and portable camping cookware. The cookware that a camper should have include some spoons, cooking containers, plates, forks and knives, and a camping stove. It is advisable to have pre-chopped and packed foodstuff from home and employ easy methods while cooking.

A camping stove is available in lots of varieties and selecting one becomes pretty difficult especially when you are new at camping. One type of camping stove is small, lightweight, and is meant to be carried in a backpack when you are camping far away from home. They have a single burner and can be more expensive. The other type of camping stove is meant for people camping with their cars. They are heavier than the smaller stoves and usually have two burners. These are ideal for people who give more importance to cooking. The smaller camping stoves may use white gas, that is, liquid fuel and last longer. The larger ones usually use a propane canister, and are easier to use than the smaller ones.

The camping equipment you choose can make your camping experience more enjoyable. Make sure to get them for your next camping trip and have a great time camping!

Glenn Christensen is author of this article on Camping equipment. Find more information about Camping tents here.

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You may have seen a yurt and not known what the circular tent was called. Originally the dwellings for nomad herders in Central Asia, they are now popping up in back yards and campgrounds across North America.

Also known as a ger, the yurt is a practical form of housing used in Mongolia, Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan for hundreds of years by nomadic people. They require grazing land for their sheep, so they must uproot their homes and move to greener pastures whenever the grasses in one area have been cropped to the ground. The yurt can be disassembled, loaded onto a horse, camel or yak, transported to fresh grazing land, and set up again in a timely manner.

Constructed of felted wool on a wooden lattice frame, the yurt's roof is supported by poles. Some of these round shaped tents may also have walls that are covered with canvas, which helps protect against foul weather. The design is easy to insulate to keep out the winter cold and on hot summer days the wall coverings may be rolled up to allow a cooling breeze to blow through.

Partly because of the above practical reasons, and partly because of their appealing shape, yurts have recently become popular in Europe, the USA and Canada. One may often find them being used as spaces for yoga exercising, meditation, as art studios, bodywork and aromatherapy rooms, and other purposes of a New Age or spiritual nature. People who promote yurts say they are not only economical and environmentally responsible to build, but they also have an intangible aura that makes them feel like special places. It has even been suggested that their absence of corners and sharp angles makes it impossible for evil spirits or negative energy to hide inside.

First adopted in the Pacific Northwest areas of Washington, Oregon and Northern California, yurts as unique accommodations have moved east through the mountain and plains states to the Atlantic coast. Many state campgrounds now offer yurts for rent to campers on vacation. While some of them are no-frills tents without any amenities, others come stocked like round hotel rooms with hot and cold running water, electricity, and even wireless internet connectivity.

The popularity of yurts in the western world has even spread back to their area of origin. Now there are some adventure tourism operators in Mongolia who offer fully equipped yurts as housing for travelers from around the world who want to experience the traditional dwellings as they learn about local culture.

If you would like to build your own unique Mongolian yurt, look for yurt plans online at http://yurtsforsale.org

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