Living well outdoors

Camp Craft

The daily practices that make a camp comfortable, safe, and low-impact — from bear-safe food storage to a functional kitchen and latrine.

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General practice

Kitchen, sleep, and toilet triangle — separate all three by at least 100 yards where possible.
Hang or lock food out of reach of local wildlife.
Dig catholes 6–8 inches deep, 200 feet from water.
Break down camp so a stranger can't tell you were there.

Regional focus

Water management makes or breaks the camp.

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