Setting Up Camp…

22 Wednesday Aug 2012

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Some would say the best part about camping is setting up- I say it’s the entire process but everyone has their opinions! Here are a few things I have learned while camping:

1.) When you arrive at camp, check out all your surroundings. Make sure you aren’t camping RIGHT NEXT to the other campers. It’s like when you go to the beach. You are sitting in your chair, reading Hunger Games, taking a sip of your iced tea when all of a sudden a whole group of people sit right next to you. You think, “There is a whole entire stretch of beach- probably miles- why does MY spot look the best?” Continue reading →

Get Your Groove On…

20 Monday Aug 2012

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Eton Scopion Hand Crank Weather Radio

We just recently purchased this weather radio from REI. THe Eton Scorpion Weather Radio is AMAZING on so many levels! First off, we get NO service where we go and this found a few good stations that came in clear. We were happy to get a range of music that came in- country, hip hop, oldies, rock- it was perfect! It is solar powered and has a hand crank if it runs out of power. Need to charge your cell phone? Continue reading →

Buggin’ Out…

20 Monday Aug 2012

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This weekend we took a trip to our usual spot in the Angeles Mountains. We always camp near a river and at sundown you can find us making dinner and cracking beers but my boyfriend got an inkling to dig some dirt and pan for gold. I took my camp chair and headed right down to river to read “Babes in the Woods”- and instructional book for well… babes in the woods. A beginner would find all sorts of useful tips!

All of a sudden I see a swarm of dragonflies hovering over the water and this makes me extremely uncomfortable! I am NOT a fan of bugs! Continue reading →

Beauty Prepping for the Trip…

16 Thursday Aug 2012

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I wasn’t sure where to fit this “Beauty Prep” in so here it is- just a few tips on prepping for your camping trip!

1.) I always take a shower before I go. You are gone for at least a day or two- and in the dirt! Trust me- you will be happy you washed you hair, shaved your legs, and did everything it is you do in the shower!

2.) I know this is anti-camping code but this is a GirlyCamping.com… I always curl my hair before I go. Now I don’t bring my curling iron with me!! I just curl it before I leave on my trip! I curl my hair everyday because its fine and makes it look thicker! When my hair is curled and I sleep on it, it tends to look fuller and more of a “ready” look in the morning. Continue reading →

The Billabong Camper…

13 Monday Aug 2012

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Billabong is one of the top surfing brands in the world! Aside from wearing their collection at the beach, take a look at how you can transform your wardrobe into the wild…

Billabong Settle Down tank

Billabong Laying Low pant

Billabong Unite crew fleece

Billabong Homegirls sweater

Billabong Lovvah short

Billabong Extra long sleeve top

Billabong Home Grown tee

Billabong Friend Lover tank

Billabong Cord Pixie pant

The Night Hiker…

06 Monday Aug 2012

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A few weeks ago, my boyfriend and I decided to be very adventurous and hike at night! We were very skeptical and the idea of it was a little crazy but we frequented this area many times and thought to live a little! We arrived in the Angeles National Forrest (we LOVE camping here) at 8:30 PM- just when the sun was setting. After piling on our 40 pound packs, we stated walking along the trail we walked down many times. We passed our usual spot about half a mile down and everything after that was new to us! Continue reading →

The Fabulous Camper…

02 Thursday Aug 2012

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Look fabulous in any of these stylish camping finds!

Quiksilver’s Log Cabin poncho Is AMAZING! Wear is with shorts, jeans, even leggings! Easy to throw over and look fabulous!

Billabong’s Phoebe skinny jeans are perfect for any occasion!

Roxy’s Tequilla hoody is really cute and comfy! Perfect for sitting around the camp fire!

Channel your inner girly camper with the Minnetonka Thunderbird moccasins! Wear these with shorts or jeans- Perfect for any look!

Billabong’s Pickpocket is the ultimate camping jacket for chilly nights. You can roll up the sleeves on this military style jacket for an extra look!

Packing Part Two…

28 Saturday Jul 2012

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Ok, now that we’ve covered the big stuff in “Packing Part One…” we can move on to the fun part: clothing, accessories, toiletries, and other stuff! Clothing is mainly divided into two categories: warm weather and cold weather. Now remember- I live in Southern California! I am not experienced with extreme cold weather and I will be the first to admit it BUT I am a wimp and I have been FREEZING on camping trips so let me tell you how I avoid it. Always check the weather on where you’re going ahead of time. Being prepared is the number one thing you can do! I ALWAYS bring a big chunky scarf in my pack no matter what. If you are going into super cold climate invest in a down jacket- they are pricey but totally worth it! Look into Patagonia for a down jacket. They roll up into a pouch and zip up for easy packing. You Continue reading →