Why have Stout Tents been on backorder? Some of you have reached out over the last few months asking why Stout's bell tents for camping and glamping have been so hard to come by, with the wait for arrival sometimes weeks long. We get it! It can be confusing,...
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...
Father’s Day Gift Guide for the Mountain Biking Dad
by Rebecca Carey | May 23, 2020 | Gear, Tips & Tricks
The Ultimate Gift List for the Mountain Biking Dad Obviously Jim (Stout) loves camping, (hello family tent business) but you might not know he's also an avid mountain biker. I sent the kids to pick his brain on the best gifts for mountain bikers and they came back...
Plan a Backyard Camping Adventure
by Rebecca Carey | Mar 29, 2020 | Camping and Glamping, Decor, Destinations, Family Camping, Guides, How To, Tips & Tricks
Plan a Backyard Camping Adventure It's been a strange year and most of us are now staying home. Trips have been canceled and festivals postponed, so now is the perfect time to plan a backyard camping adventure!. Kids (and adults too!) love anything that's different...
How to Store Your Canvas Tent
by Rebecca Carey | Feb 17, 2020 | Camping and Glamping, Canvas, Entrepreneurs, Experts, Festival Camping, Gear, Guides, How To, Tips & Tricks
How to Store Your Canvas Tent If you're looking how to store your canvas tent, then we are here to help! With so much experience in sewing and repairing tents, we rarely come across something we can’t fix. However, in the rare case that a tent is too far gone, many...
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...
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...
10 Tips for Camping Safely During COVID-19
by Rebecca Carey | Jan 29, 2021 | Experts, Guides, How To, Tips & Tricks
10 Tips for Camping Safely During COVID-19 A camping trip can be a relief and support in these challenging COVID-19 days, but what are the best options for getting out there and camping safely? Planning ahead of your trip is more important than ever, with each state...
What Kind of Floor You Should Use In Your Bell Tent
by Rebecca Carey | Apr 20, 2020 | Canvas, Decor, Entrepreneurs, Glamping, Guides, How To, Tips & Tricks
What Kind of Floor You Should Use In Your Bell Tent Using a tent is an essential piece to your glamping adventure. We've had SO many customers send us their solutions for rugs (thank you!), and I have to share a few of those that might be interesting to everyone....
“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...
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...
How to Prevent Tent Condensation
by Rebecca Carey | Feb 17, 2020 | Camping and Glamping, Canvas, Climates, Experts, Gear, Guides, Hot, Humid, Climates, Tips & Tricks, Wet/Rainy Camping
How to Prevent Tent Condensation Some people think that tent condensation happens to everyone. This line of thinking is typically from people using a synthetic material, versus canvas. The Cotton canvas used in Stout Tents is breathable, so condensation is less of an...
Bell Tent Luau
by Rebecca Carey | Jul 18, 2014 | Decor
Bell Tent Luau Stout Tent helped out with a bell tent luau for a large community Luau here in Arizona. It was a perfect evening. There were Hawaiian dancers, flame throwers, and live music. We even set up a kid's craft table inside of one of our Stout Tent 5000...
Wild Air Healing
by Heather Anne | Feb 23, 2021 | COVID-19
Wild Air Healing There is a classic picture of me in my mother’s old photo books. 6 years old. Cherry nosed, sick with the cold and flu. Bundled up in two layers of wool long underwear, scarf pulled up past my chin, bright yellow beanie pulled down to my eyes. In the...
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...
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