Kids Camping Gear

Wenzel Sprout 6 X 5-Feet Two-Person Children’s Dome Tent (Green/Blue/Red)

Wenzel Sprout 6 X 5-Feet Two-Person Children’s Dome Tent (Green/Blue/Red)

• 2-person children’s dome tent with removable fly
• Shock-corded fiberglass frame for easy setup
• Weather Armor polyester fabric and polyethylene floor
• Mesh roof vents, closeable mesh door, and back window
• Measures 6 x 3.2 x 5 feet (W x H x D); weighs 4.3 pounds

The Wenzel Sprout is a kid’s tent with true functionality. At 6 feet by 5 feet it will sleep two and has all the great features of a larger tent. The removable seam-sealed fly with mesh roof vents keeps the air circulating while the closeable mesh door and back window create cross breeze. The fabric is Weather Armor weather-resistant polyester with a polyurethane coating for toughness and reliability. The floor is welded polyethylene. Shockcorded fiberglass poles with pole pockets make set up quick and easy. Storage duffle and stakes are included. Specifications: • Base: 6 ft. x 5 ft. • Center Height: 38 in. • Area: 30 sq. ft. • Door: Dutch “D” style • Floor: welded polyethylene • Frame: fiberglass • Stakes: steel • Carry Weight: 4.3 lbs • Sleeps: 2Offering all the features of an adult tent but at a smaller size, the Wenzel Sprout kids’ tent is a great choice for families who want to give their children a little extra independence at the campsite. The Sprout includes such features as a shock-corded fiberglass frame (with pole pockets) that sets up and disassembles quickly, a front Dutch D-style door that opens with one zip, and a removable seam-sealed fly. Campers will also appreciate the Weather Armor polyester fabric and welded polyethylene floor, which are reliably rugged and resist leaks of all kinds. Finally, the tent includes mesh roof vents, a closeable mesh door, and a back window that combine to ventilate the interior and create cross breezes. The Sprout comes with stakes and a duffel bag for storage.

Specifications:

• Base: 6 by 5 feet
• Center height: 38 inches
• Interior space: 30 square feet
• Sleeps: 2
• Windows: 1
• Door: Dutch D-style
• Floor: Welded polyethylene
• Frame: Fiberglass
• Carrying weight: 4.3 pounds

Amazon.com Tent Guide
Selecting a Tent
Fortunately, there are all kinds of tents for weekend car campers, Everest expeditions, and everything in-between. Here are a few things to keep in mind:

Expect the Worst
In general, it’s wise to choose a tent that’s designed to withstand the worst possible conditions you think you’ll face. For instance, if you’re a summer car camper in a region where weather is predictable, an inexpensive family or all-purpose tent will likely do the trick–especially if a vehicle is nearby and you can make a mad dash for safety when bad weather swoops in. If you’re a backpacker, alpine climber, or bike explorer, or if you like to car camp in all seasons, you’ll want to buy something designed to handle more adversity.

Three- and Four-Season Tents
For summer, early fall, and late spring outings, choose a three-season tent. At minimum, a quality three-season tent will have lightweight aluminum poles, a reinforced floor, durable stitching, and a quality rain fly. Some three-season tents offer more open-air netting and are specifically designed for summer backpacking or other activities. Many premium tents will also feature pre-sealed, taped seams and a silicone-impregnated rain fly for enhanced waterproofing.

For winter camping or alpine travel, go with a four-season model. Because they typically feature more durable fabric coatings, as well as more poles, four-season tents are designed to handle heavy snowfall and high winds without collapsing. Of course, four-season tents exact a weight penalty of about 10 to 20 percent in trade for their strength and durability. They also tend to be more expensive.

Domes and Tunnels
Tents are broadly categorized into two types: freestanding, which can stand up on their own, and tents that must be staked down in order to stand upright. Freestanding tents often incorporate a dome-shaped design, and most four-season tents are constructed this way because a dome leaves no flat spots on the outer surface where snow can collect. Domes are also inherently stronger than any other design. Meanwhile, many three-season models employ a modified dome configuration called a tunnel. These are still freestanding, but they require fewer poles than a dome, use less fabric, and typically have a rectangular floorplan that offers less storage space than a dome configuration. Many one and two-person tents are not freestanding, but they make up for it by being lighter. Because they use fewer poles, they can also be quicker to set up than a dome.

Size Matters
Ask yourself how many people you’d like to fit in your fabric hotel now and in the future. For soloists and minimalists, check out one-person tents. If you’re a mega-minimalist, or if you have your eye on doing some big wall climbs, a waterproof-breathable bivy sack is the ticket. Some bivy sacks feature poles and stake points to give you a little more breathing room. Also, if you don’t need bug protection and you want to save weight, check out open-air shelters.

Families who plan on car camping in good weather can choose from a wide range of jumbo-sized tents that will accommodate all your little ones with room to spare. A wide range of capacities is available for three- and four-season backpacking and expedition tents. Remember, though, the bigger the tent you buy, the heavier it will be, although it’s easy to break up the tent components among several people in your group. It’s also helpful to compare the volume and floor-space measurements of models you’re considering.

List Price: $ 44.99

Price: $ 24.86

Black Diamond Wiz Headlamp

Black Diamond Wiz Headlamp

• 2 SinglePower LEDs
• Ultra-compact, batteries-in-the-front design uses 2 AAA batteries
• Settings include full strength, dimming and strobe
• CPSIA certified with child-safe screw closure and breakaway elastic safety strap
• Powers off after 2 hours to avoid accidental battery drain

A compact Kid’s headlamp with plenty of light and features for any young adventurerTeach your child the joys of night exploring with the Wiz Headlamp from Black Diamond. It’s compact enough to fit a child’s head and CPSIA certified with a child-safe screw closure and breakaway elastic safety strap. The Wiz is a simple headlamp, with an easy on/off switch and dimming capability to handle brightness levels. Because Black Diamond knows a few kids, the company installed an automatic shut-off detector that powers the headlamp down after two hours if it gets left lying around with the power on. You know, just in case.

The Wiz is powered by two AAA batteries and two SinglePower LEDs. It’s also protected against splashing or sprayed water from any angle. Black Diamond thought of everything in this kid’s headlamp.

About Black Diamond
At Black Diamond, it’s all about climbing and skiing. The company shares the same experiences that you do on rock, ice, and snow and these experiences push them to make the best gear possible for a worldwide family of climbers and skiers.

What began with a backyard anvil and a hammer has grown into a global company with offices on three continents that’s not just for rock climbers, but one that stands for the spirit of the sports we live and the value of their place in society. Since 1957, Black Diamond’s innovative gear designs have set the standards in numerous areas. This is partly the result of dedication, desire and diligence on the part of an incredible team of people–and the fact that they are all climbers and skiers themselves.

List Price: $ 18.95

Price: $ 18.95

Eureka Grasshopper – Kids 30 Degree Sleeping Bag

Eureka Grasshopper – Kids 30 Degree Sleeping Bag

Rated to 30 degrees Fahrenheit, the rectangular Eureka Grasshopper – 30 Degree Sleeping Bag for Kids is a great choice for car and cabin camping and outdoor excursions in temperate conditions. It has a polyester taffeta shell with a single-layer quilt construction and a polyester taffeta inner liner. The trapezoidal foot section is angled to allow for the foot’s natural sleeping position. Other features include a draft tube, inner stash pocket, and a two-way, self-repairing zipper. It comes with stuff sack. This sleeping bag is filled with Eureka’s proprietary 7-hole slickened, polyester Thermashield fiber fill, which provides maximum insulation at the best value possible. Each Thermashield fiber strand contains 7 tunnel-like holes that run the length of the strand. Each of these holes traps air inside it’s passageway creating dead air space that efficiently retains heat to keep you warm.

List Price: $ 44.95

Price: $ 44.95

Coleman Kids’ Backpack

Coleman Kids’ Backpack

• Durable 600D polyester
• One main pocket
• Internal side pocket
• Water bottle pockets

Durable, roomy, and sized for kids, the Coleman 20L Kids’ Backpack is equally good for day hikes or school days. Constructed of rugged 600D polyester, the 20-liter capacity Backpack includes one main pocket, an internal side pocket, and water bottle pockets. Color: blue.

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Coghlan’s 4 Function Whistle For Kids Camping Gear

Coghlan’s 4 Function Whistle For Kids Camping Gear

• Includes a Whistle
• 2-scale Thermometer
• Magnifier
• Compass and spring loaded clip for attachment to belt
• Lanyard

Coghlan’s 4 Function Whistle For Kids Camping Gear

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* Item #: 0240

List Price: $ 3.75

Price: $ 3.75