Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Gear Forum :: Looking to purchase a new tent and accessories for BWCA and other camping, need input!
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nazgirl1 |
I plan to cook mainly boiling water, and adding to bags of food, or oatmeal. I am only coming for 2 to 4 peple, at most. Mostly For 2. It will be a primarily used in the BWCA stove, or while car camping in a campground. Although, I have considered purchasing a separate one, for that. What do you recommend for 2 to 4 people for basic cooking, not elaborate meals? Rice, oatmeal, macaroni and cheese, pancakes, easy camp food like those items, etc... I appreciate the info on the tent also. Nazgirl |
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nazgirl1 |
Thanks for the input. I appreciate you following along with my purchasing adventure equipment. I did get a women's backpack for day hiking, and am excited for its arrival, and to go out and try it soon. I am going to go ahead with this purchase then, of the tent package and bag, and sleep pad! I'm excited to get more involved with BWCA and trail clear, also. I have investigated the " Rovers" and am going to day hike and backpack with them on a few occasions. They do a few BWCA trips also. So, i might join, for some experienced company while learning the ropes, myself! |
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nazgirl1 |
I am definitely getting involved with their customer service dept, as well. I have them on speed dial, i feel like, at this point. Lol. |
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joewildlife |
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boonie |
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OCDave |
nazgirl1: "Cyotekid, Cozy- For me that means wrapped in fluffy down. I prefer a simple, gathered-end hammock and tarp pitched high to take is scenic vista as soon as I awaken. Cozy for my sons, when they were transitioning from the security of a tent and sleeping next to mom and dad to sleeping independently under their own tarp, involved a feeling of being enclosed and somewhat isolated from the darkness. Their preferece was always the Warbonnet Blackbird. With the integrated bugnet held high above te face with the structural ridgeline, the Blackbird feels both cozy (self-contained) and spacious. Additionally, with intergrated foot-box the Blackbird allows a flatter lie/lay? than all but, bridge hammocks. Pair the Blackbird with the Superfly tarp with doors, and you have a cozy shelter for year-round hanging. (Appropriate "Cozy" insulation required) Warbonnet Superfly Warbonnet Blackbird Good Luck |
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nazgirl1 |
I appreciate the knowledge on different "cozy" materials. That's helpful. I will look into both options. I like the idea of a higher view, but want the bug net. So, it will be interesting to check them both out. |
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Tomcat |
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lindylair |
Reliable durable bulletproof stove, and cheap:) Primus Classic |
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boonie |
A simple canister stove will be fine, especially for boiling water/heating up simple meals. I used an inexpensive Coleman canister stove for several years. I also experimented with a simple alcohol stove. |
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bhouse46 |
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HowardSprague |
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mschi772 |
While they may or may not be for you, I've personally found my stove satisfaction with my Kovea Spider. I also still greatly appreciate a Primus Trail Classic or two in the case of a Voyageurs stove setup as well--I don't have one, but it's something that routinely tempts me. |
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nazgirl1 |
I didn't consider that. I will keep that in mind! |
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butthead |
nazgirl1: "Thank you Bill, and butthead. The gear combo you selected should last well, if any fail it will be the inflatable mattress, split seams and end leaks can develop after several years of use. Newer mats seem to last longer now, better construction??? I'll ask you to be specific and describe how you plan to cook. Stove choice depends on style of meal preparation, seasons of the year used, and pot/pans used with it. butthead |
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HowardSprague |
Probably not an expensive acquisition via a military surplus store/website, SportsmansGuide, etc.. Mine belonged to my dad when he was in Vietnam. When he returned, I’d often use it to make my blanket “forts” in the house. The green camo gave it a cool look and light underneath : ) . Hopefully it had no residual Agent Orange at the time. |
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butthead |
nazgirl1: "Thanks Mike from mpls. Mike did say it was from a pizzeria not a consumer kitchen pan and that makes a difference. Mine are from a pizzeria and are aluminum but heavier gauge. Here is a good source I got mine from a friend who closed a pizzeria. butthead |
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nazgirl1 |
I appreciate the info. I will look into some inexpensive ways of compromising. I have an old pizza pan. That's a great idea! You may email me with any kitchen cook set recommendations too. salsagirl2018@gmail.com Thanks. Andrea |
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nazgirl1 |
That's an interesting idea. I didn't consider bugs. Lol. I didn't encounter many bugs in June when i was there. |
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butthead |
nazgirl1: "Butthead, A simple canister isobutane stove, like Glacier Camp Stove on top of the canister. It needs care to keep from tipping pots or pans but offers a wide burner for frying. A off canister offers more stability and it's hard to beat a MSR Windpro II more expensive but very rugged. Starter cooking gear is a material and care choice. I prefer sturdy scrub-able stainless steel, MSR 2 Pot Set and an Alpine Fry Pan. Material and care choice offers a pile of options. But 5 to 7 inch diameter pots and pan will work better than taller narrower stuff, a 1 quart pot is very versatile.. Fill out with a few bowls of choice and cups/utensils found at home or purchased. Over the decades I have accumulated lots of cook gear yet still rely on the basic Alpine stuff a lot, it's over 20 years old now, even though I have aluminum, titanium and other SS cook gear. butthead PS: I am a fan of MSR and collect the various burners, so somewhat biased. bh |
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nazgirl1 |
Thanks. I am mainly going to be doing spring, summer, and maybe fall camping. I will keep in mind the qualifications for the different types of stove fuel as well. Thanks very much. I am going to research buttheads and your stoves, and make an educated purchase. |
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nazgirl1 |
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CoyoteKid |
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mirth |
Never had any issues with rain coming in via the vent but I suppose anything's possible when you have wind driven rain. |
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billconner |
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nazgirl1 |
Thanks for the stove options. I am going to research them. I like that you are giving me different pots and pans info, because i was just thinking about my kitchen set of things i will need as well. I like the ideas of smaller smaller pots, not tall ones too. Packing will be better, and stackability, would be better! You are a wealth of info. Would you email me some ideas for hammocks, or other layers of clothing for fall/ winter camping? salsagirl2018@gmail.com, Thanks, Nazgirl ( Andrea) |
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nazgirl1 |
No worried on the length of post.. I appreciate all of the input. If you wouldn't mind, would you email me some of your choices for clothing, or options for hammocks or other things that you can think of, that i might need, use in fall/ winter camping? salsagirl2018@gmail.com Thanks, Nazgirl ( Andrea) |
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MikeinMpls |
I think the gear bundle is a good choice. (You've probably already purchased it anyway!) Stoves are more to individual preference. I've always used white gas, but I was using camp stoves when the only choices were white gas, propane, or alcohol. Consider purchasing a poncho liner to supplement a sleeping bag. They are thin nylon sheets with some batting in the middle.... very warm. In the summer, I used one in the army in lieu of a sleeping bag. In the BWCA, I use it by itself if it's warm, or over the top of me and my bag if it's cold. As for cookware, here is my suggestion: don't spend a lot on a cook kit until you know what you'll need. You may need a trip or two to know what your cooking regimen requires. I bought a cook kit eons ago, but I leave much of it at home. It is aluminum, so it's light, but I mostly just boil water. What I've found works well as cookware is stuff that isn't necessarily designed for camping. I've found a small frying pan with a folding handle.... not made for camping, but it works well. I use an old pizza pan I stole when I worked at Pizza Hut in high school.... also perfect for a flat fry pan. Regular spoon and fork work as well as a titanium spork. I think it is easy to get taken in by the ooh-ahh factor of some cook kits. Mike |
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nazgirl1 |
I am looking for input, into any knowledge or experience with this tent or gear. Thanks for all of your help/ advice in advance! |
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butthead |
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nazgirl1 |
I was hoping they would last for several yrs, until i needed to upgrade for wear and tear. I am also looking for a camp stove. Any recommendations? Something preferable less than $50, or at most $ 100.00. |
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nazgirl1 |
Wow! That's a LOT of rain! Thanks for all of that info. I am going to research all those stove choices, and get a tarp. That's one thing I did forget about. I am looking for a hammock too. What would you recommend for a nice cozy one? Thanks again for all of your info! |
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bwcadan |
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MikeinMpls |
HowardSprague: "I second what Mike said about a poncho liner. (In fact I’m sure we discussed this on the CCBB 10-15 years ago, Mr Sensitive! :) ) Sure, it’s an extra thing for the pack, but I like its versatility. I’ll use it as a liner if I’m cold, I’ll open up my bag and just use it as my light blanket on a hot night, or I’ll keep it in its stuff sack as a supplementary pillow. I'm sure we did. I'm sold on poncho liners bigly. Interestingly, they also work great to bundle around the sleeping bag if it gets really cold. My wife sleeps cold and occasionally she'll make a cocoon around her bag (with my liner!) and she gains probably another 10 degrees out of the bag rating. I'm much less sensitive now! Mike |