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What Makes Stout Tent the Expert on Canvas Tent Maintenance and Repair
by Rebecca Carey | Aug 4, 2023 | Camping and Glamping, Canvas, Dry, Rocky Climate, Family Camping, Gear, Hot, Humid, Climates, overland-wilderness-camping, Tips & Tricks, Wet/Rainy Camping
How can you know that Stout Tent knows what they're talking about when it comes to canvas tents? There are other companies putting similar looking canvas tents on the market today, so what sets Stout Tent apart and makes them a trusted expert when it comes to the...
Expedition Camping with the Overland Sunforger Tent
by Rebecca Carey | Aug 4, 2023 | Camping and Glamping, Canvas, Destinations, Family Camping, Gear, overland-wilderness-camping, Wet/Rainy Camping
Embark on an expedition into the wilderness with the Overland Sunforger as your base camp. Base camp camping is an age-old tradition for wildnerness enthusiasts and adventurers alike. And for those seeking the ultimate base camp experience, there's no better...
PREVENTING AND TREATING MOLD ON YOUR CANVAS TENT
by Rebecca Carey | Jul 28, 2023 | Canvas, Gear, General Information, Guides, Hot, Humid, Climates, overland-wilderness-camping, Tips & Tricks, Wet/Rainy Camping
Stout Tent canvas is treated to be both waterproof and mold resistant. Still, your tent needs your help to stay mold and mildew free. In the following pages, you'll find easy and practical tips to follow. If you do not have a Stout Tent, you can tell if your tent has...
How to Clean Your Tent After Burning Man
by Rebecca Carey | May 23, 2023 | Camping, Camping and Glamping, Canvas, Destinations, Dry, Rocky Climate, Festival Camping, Gear, How To, Rocky Climate, Tips & Tricks
The Burning Man Festival is famous for the Playa Dust that coats EVERYTHING.
First Camping Trip of the Season- Our gear list
by Ruthie Laroche | Jun 14, 2022 | Camping, Camping and Glamping, Destinations, Gear
Are you heading out for your first camping trip of the season? Here's a look at ours and what we brought with us. This winter seemed to last a little longer in New England, and by the time the snow melted, I was ready for spring. I found a quaint campground...
Seasoning Your Canvas Bell Tent
by Rebecca Carey | Jun 13, 2022 | Camping, Camping and Glamping, Canvas, Gear
So what is "seasoning" anyway? Seasoning (sometimes called "weathering") your tent is simply another way to describe the process of making your canvas tent water-proof. A bell tent is made by sewing panels of canvas together. The holes left behind by the needle are...
Eliminate Zipper Problems – Canvas Bell Tents
by Rebecca Carey | Apr 22, 2022 | Camping and Glamping, Canvas, Tips & Tricks
Don't let a stuck zipper get between you and your bell tent. The good news is that Stout Tent will teach you how to fix your zipper problems in five easy steps. Stout Tent is the only company that uses High-Quality #10 Plastic Molded Zippers for our tent doors and...
A Hearth and Home in the Great OutdoorsÂ
by Ruthie Laroche | Apr 7, 2022 | Camping, Stout Tent Stories
I've been an avid outdoor woman my entire adult life. I was a lover of the outdoors as a kid as well, but I'm going to start with the time I took ownership of that love by committing to make the great outdoors our home. My husband Adam and I have hiked thousands of...
How to Clean Mold From A Canvas Tent
by Rebecca Carey | Sep 26, 2021 | Canvas, First Look, Guides, How To
How to Clean Mold From A Canvas Tent We get so many requests for how to clean mold from a canvas tent that we've decided to share our secrets with you. However, we cannot stress enough that the best way to have a mold and mildew-free tent is through prevention and...
Glamping Business Upgrade – Now’s The Time!
by Rebecca Carey | Jun 28, 2021 | Camping and Glamping, Entrepreneurs, Gear, Glamping Business, The Durango
Upgrade Your Glamping or Farm Stay Business  Glamping Business is Trending Up If you're fortunate enough to be running a glamping business right now, you already know the industry is trending up! In 2020 the global glamping industry was valued at $1.88 billion. By...
Treating Your Canvas Tent Properly
by Rebecca Carey | May 19, 2021 | Canvas, General Information, Guides
Treating Your Canvas Tent Properly Not all canvas tents are created, or treated, equally. Treating a canvas tent correctly is complicated, but skipping parts of the process can lead to leaking and mold growth as well as other damage. Improperly treated canvas is...
10 Romantic Camping Destinations
by Rebecca Carey | Apr 23, 2021 | Camping, Destinations
10 Romantic Camping Destinations When you're ready for a little romance, what's better than discovering a brand new, romantic, camping destination? Don't believe us? Check out these 10 Romantic Camping Destinations below! 1. Wai’anapanapa, Hawaii Located...
Why Buy a Tent Fly?
by Rebecca Carey | Apr 1, 2021 | Camping, Camping and Glamping, Decor, Family Camping, Gear, Glamping
Why Buy a Tent Fly? If you’ve been searching for a Stout Bell Tent, then you may have noticed our new eye-catching tent fly! Below are answers to some frequently asked questions that will help you shop with confidence. Q: Why do I need a tent fly? A: While you...
11 Ways to Get the Most From Outdoor Gear Reviews
by Patrick Wiley | Mar 16, 2021 | Dry, Rocky Climate, Experts, Gear
11 Ways to Get the Most From Outdoor Gear Reviews Understanding how to navigate outdoor gear reviews is an important skill for those of us who spend a lot of time and money on gear. In the 20 years I have formally participated in Outdoor Recreation, I have...
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