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 Stay Warm in a Tent
by Heather Anne | Jan 9, 2021 | Canvas, Experts, First Look, How To, Snowy Climates, Tips & Tricks
How to Stay Warm in a Tent The winter of ‘88 the thermometer froze at -30 and the wind chill was rumored to be -60. We were 30 miles up a dirt road, far from any telephone or power lines. It wasn’t the edge of the world, but you could see it from there. Rumor had it...
“Outdoor Professional” Perks, Part 2
by Patrick Wiley | May 3, 2021 | Experts, How To
"Outdoor Professional" Perks, Part 2 Influencers, Affiliate Links, and Contracts If you have not had a chance to read part one of this two-part series, I will encourage you to explore my earlier post about Pro-Deals and Ambassadorships as they are two of the most...
Soaring to New Heights: How The Durango recently played a part in an elite aerial permformance
by Rebecca Carey | Nov 20, 2023 | Camping and Glamping, Events
The Durango recently played a crucial part in the Ultimate Aerial Performance Camp - an industry gathering of some of the world's best extreme sports athletes and aerial performers. Mark, a friend of Stout Tent and elite aerial performer, and his team embarked on...
Fall Glamping Decor
by Rebecca Carey | Oct 29, 2014 | Decor, Entrepreneurs
Fall Glamping Decor There's just something about a canvas bell tent that brings out the aspiring photographer in all of us. They're not just incredible four season tents, built to survive harsh conditions and stand the test of time, bell tents are also beautiful -...
Outside the Club? Head to the Wild.
by Heather Anne | May 21, 2021 | Experts, First Look
Outside the Club? Head to the Wild. My six-year-old heart wanted more than anything to be in the Soapbox Club. My older brother and the neighbor girl up the mountain formed it. They had brightly colored plastic soapboxes, you know, like the ones you used to use for...
Stout Tent Stories featuring The Land in California
by Rebecca Carey | Jan 4, 2021 | Destinations, Entrepreneurs, First Look, Glamping Business, Stout Tent Stories
Stout Tent Stories is a collection of real experiences from real Stout Tent customers who have taken Glamping to the next level, and are building a thriving business in this growing industry. The Land - Philo, CA SPOTLIGHT ON "THE LAND" A self-described,...
Stargazing in a Stargazer Pro Tent
by Rebecca Carey | Aug 3, 2023 | Camping and Glamping, Destinations, Dry, Rocky Climate, Family Camping, Tips & Tricks
Stargazing in a Stargazer Camping in the great outdoors offers so many new experiences including stargazing! One that can’t be “overlooked” is the chance to explore all the wonders of the night sky. Here are some tips to consider when looking to enhance your nighttime...
9 Layers For Winter Camping
by Rebecca Carey | Dec 20, 2020 | Gear, overland-wilderness-camping, Tips & Tricks
9 Layers For Winter Camping Winter camping is a one-of-a-kind experience. The campsites aren't overly crowded, and the views of the snow covered landscape can be simply amazing! Skiing, snowboarding, and ice fishing are just some of the fun activities to think about...
Storybook Wedding with Glamping Tents
by Rebecca Carey | Apr 22, 2016 | Events, Glamping, Tips & Tricks
Storybook Napa Wedding With Bell Tents We cannot get enough of this storybook Napa Wedding made beautiful with bell tents! With so many options for adding that personal touch to your glamping site, these pictures feature a few ways in which our Stout Tent Glamping...
How I Failed My First Glamping Gig
by CStout | Oct 18, 2020 | Entrepreneurs, Glamping, Stout Tent Stories
How I Failed My First Glamping Gig The Beginning of an Opportunity In the early days of Stout Tent, we were renting tents as a way for people to “try before you buy”. Back then not many people had actually seen bell tents in person! The response was tremendous and it...
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...
Survivalist Stories: Me Woman. Me Make Fire.
by Heather Anne | Jul 21, 2021 | Experts
Survivalist Stories: Me Woman. Me Make Fire. What is it about being young that you think it's fun to do dangerous, risky things? As children, the unknown is such a lure…and as we get older, it becomes such a liability. My brothers and I used to dare each other to...
Safari Wall Tent Vs Bell Tent – 3 Question to Ask Yourself When Choosing a Tent
by Rebecca Carey | Jun 17, 2020 | Canvas, Entrepreneurs, Guides
Purchasing a canvas tent is an investment and if you choose the right one, it can last a lifetime, which is why canvas tents are often dubbed "The Heirloom Tent". So, where do you begin when deciding which canvas tent to buy? Typically, the very first thing people...
White Aspen Glamping in Washington State
by Rebecca Carey | Jul 28, 2019 | Destinations, Entrepreneurs, Glamping, Glamping Business, Stout Tent Stories
White Aspen Glamping in Washington State Brandy McMahon is providing the White Aspen Glamping experience for guests on the top of a mountain just outside of Leavenworth, Washington. Like many who find their way to their dreams, hers is a journey. Discovering a Need As...
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