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Types of Backpacking - What Kind of Backpacking Trip Best Suits You?
Backpacking is unlike any other sport. It definitely has its own levels, techniques, and can be personalized to anyone’s skillset. Everyone has their personal preferences when it comes to backpacking, aspects you like more than others, so you integrate them into your backpacking trips and avoid others, which is part of the fun. Once you [...]
What Being a Backpacker Really Means to Littlbug Enterprises
When it comes down to it, packing everything you need on your back is the simple definition of backpacking, but you hopefully knew that. In reality, as a backpacker, you have a bit of a split personality.You're a hiker. You're a camper.You’re someone that packs their hiking gear and rugged camping equipment all on their back [...]
What Will Your New Year's Resolutions Be?
We’re quickly approaching 2023, and the new year is an opportunity for a fresh start for many people or a time to set new goals in your life. Whether you’re new to spending time in the backcountry or are wanting to challenge yourself with more difficult treks this year, we’ve got some tips for setting [...]
Giving Thanks for the Backcountry
We always take some extra time to think back on everything we have to be thankful for this time of year, especially around Thanksgiving. Family and friends are one of life's greatest joys, and we are grateful for all the opportunities we have to spend time with them and the priceless memories we make together.Out [...]
Glamping with Your Littlbug Stove
Backpacking and hiking is a great way to see many breathtaking sights in the outdoors, but pitching a tent (or hanging a hammock) in the backcountry isn’t for everyone, and that’s okay!However you decide to explore the wilderness is perfect! Whether you prefer to tent at a more formal campground or use a travel trailer/RV, [...]
Tips for Repairing Camp Stoves
Some backpacking stoves require maintenance or repair kits. When you’re out on the trail, the last thing you want to worry about is whether or not your stove will need to be repaired. We want your time on the trail to be a success, so here’s some options for you to consider.The best advice we can [...]
Multi-Use Survival Items
When it comes to prepping your backpack or survival kit, including multi-use items is a game changer for the weight of your pack. You can maintain the same weight while adding other necessities you’d like to include.Our founder, Kent Hering, has a great example of a versatile tool he uses on his backpacking trips: his [...]
Hammocking in the Backcountry
A swaying hammock is often associated with tranquility. A cool drink sweating in the heat. Dappled sunlight flowing through foliage. Gentle rocking that lulls you into a midday slumber. It's the actual embodiment of the term "chill." However, its portable, lightweight form is equally at home in the backyard, the park, or on the beach [...]
Refresh Your Survival Kit
Spring is just around the corner, and that makes it a great time to refresh your survival kit! (If you haven’t made a survival kit yet, check out one of our other blog posts, like How Can You Prepare for Emergency Disasters? or 72-Hour Emergency Bag to get started.)Here’s some things to think about when [...]
Did You Miss Our Episode on The Camping Show?
Last week, Littlbug Enterprises founder, Kent Hering and marketing partner, Summer Nitsch, were guests on The Camping Show, a podcast by C.W. Goetz Outdoors, to talk about the Littlbug camp stoves: history, evolution, their accessories, and so much more!The Camping ShowIn this episode, they explored the benefits of stick stoves. If you’re already a Littlbug user, [...]
