Your first camping kit: what matters, what can wait.
Build a comfortable weekend setup without buying an outdoor store’s worth of gear.
Pull up a chair & read →The little gear discoveries that make a big difference outside.
Pack smarter, sleep cozier, and make your next camping trip your best one yet.
Settle in with three practical reads for building a camp you’ll want to come back to.
Build a comfortable weekend setup without buying an outdoor store’s worth of gear.
Pull up a chair & read →Sleeping pads, bag ratings, and the small comforts that make camp feel like home.
Pull up a chair & read →Less rummaging, better coffee, and a simple setup for meals under the trees.
Pull up a chair & read →The first sip of coffee. Pine needles underfoot. A quiet hour with nowhere else to be.
WM Extra is a camping journal for people who want more of those moments. We turn gear questions into clear, useful advice for everyday camping in the United States, starting with the basics that make a weekend feel easy.
Explore the field notes →Build around a dry shelter, a good night’s sleep, and the things you’ll actually use.
Understand the features and tradeoffs before a shiny new piece of gear earns a place in your trunk.
Simple routines and a thoughtful kit mean more time enjoying the place you came to see.
Practical camping tips, thoughtful gear advice, and little upgrades for a better weekend outside.
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