Every Packing List Starts With the 10 Scout Basic Outdoor Essentials
Every packing list starts with these items. They're called "Scouting Outdoor Essentials" for a reason.
Flashlights
Stuff We Like: Coast HX5 Flashlight
Simply slide the flashlight's head forward or back with your finger to create a flood beam or a focused beam.
How to Buy a Great Headlamp or Flashlight
The Gear Guy shines some light on which headlamp of flashlight to consider for your next outdoor adventure.
Take a Look at These 7 Wacky Flashlights
Check out our fun photos of weird and unusual headlamps and flashlights.
Good Lights for Inside a Tent?
Q: What is a good light source for inside a tent?
How to Pick a Good Camping Flashlight
Q: I need a good flashlight for camping. Any suggestions?
Stuff We Like: NanoTorch Twist
This powerful flashlight has a magnet on one end, so you can stick it to metal and free up your hands.
7 Great Gadgets for Lighting Up Your Campsite
Keep your campsite bright at night with these great camping lanterns and lighting devices.
How to Make a Paper Tube Flashlight
Learn how electricity works -- safely -- with this fun DIY flashlight.
How To Clean Your Lantern
Q. I have a lantern that has a removable glass covering, and it has soot all over it. How can I get it off?
Make a flashlight holster for your belt
Don't be left in the dark. This leather holster keeps your flashlight handy.
Headlamp or flashlight?
Q. What’s better for the outdoors: a headlamp or a flashlight?
Stuff We Like: LED Lenser H7
If you follow the Gear Guy, then you know I LOVE headlamps. They're definitely one of the handiest things you can carry in your pack. And I've really been digging a new one I've been testing called the LED Lenser H7.
Stuff We Like: Kelty Lumaspot Rhythm
If you and your buddies have ever dreamed of turning your tent into a disco, this is exactly what you need!
How to properly store camping equipment
Q. How do I properly store and care for my camping equipment?
Stuff We Like: Gerber Omnivore Flashlight
Ever been scrambling before an outing for fresh flashlight batteries but never have the right kind on-hand? If you’re like me, the answer is a big fat yes. In fact, I have a great flashlight sitting in my drawer right now that requires a CR123 Lithium battery but I never remember to get one of those at the store and I definitely don’t have one just lying around the house. But that’s exactly the type of situation where the Gerber Omnivore Flashlight really shines -- pardon the pun.
Waterproof headlamps
Q. Dear Gear Guy, I was on a hike last weekend with my troop and accidentally dropped my flashlight in a stream. By the time I fished it out of the water it was dead and still doesn’t work. I need a new one and am wondering if anyone makes waterproof headlamps?
How to go fishing at night
Fishing after dark takes skill. Here are tips to help you catch your limit.
Good lights for caving
What kind of light should I take if I'm going inside of a cave?