Is the White Duck Avalon actually cheaper than a Stout Pro? We take you behind the scenes at our glamping village, The Oasis at the Gorge, to compare real-world durability, the hidden costs of fireproofing, and why a true double-wall system is a non-negotiable for professional operators.
Comparing the Stout Tent 6M Pro Bell Tent and the Kodiak Cabin Tent
by Rebecca Carey | Sep 11, 2024 | Camping, Canvas, Climates, Family Camping, Gear
Will a Stout Tent Bell Tent fare better than a Kodiac Cabin Tent in the great outdoors? When it comes to outdoor adventures like hunting, camping, and base camping, finding the perfect canvas tent can make or break your experience. In a recent YouTube video,...
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...
Outdoor Professional Perks: Pro-Deals and Ambassadorships
by Patrick Wiley | Feb 12, 2021 | Gear, Tips & Tricks
Outdoor Professional Perks: Pro-Deals and Ambassadorships I have been formally participating in outdoor recreation for two decades and teaching wilderness skills for 13 years - emergency wilderness survival, wildlife tracking, traditional crafts, and more. During that...
What is a Sibley Tent?
by Rebecca Carey | Jan 5, 2016 | Canvas, Guides
What is a Sibley Tent? The Bell tent’s history begins as an adaptation to the Sibley tent. This tent was originally designed by Henry Hopkins Sibley in 1856 while serving as an Officer of the US Army. He had observed the Native American Tipi’s during Frontier duty in...
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 -...
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