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I got a 64 liter backpack at REI for $120
Dicks Sporting Goods and Bass Pro Shop usually have good coupons, but you may need to ask for them. Do so at the Customer Service counter of ask the department manager. Last year, when my sone bridged I was trying to buy his summer camp gear and Dicks gave me a whole packet of coupons specifically printed for Scouts and recreational atheletic teams! There were enough for everyone in his troop to get coupons.
Research the gear you’re looking for online by cost, brand, and rating from other people. If you just look at you local sports store, you won’t be able to see what other brands of gear are like. Plus, buying online is usually cheaper, if you know where to look.
Hey “dj11oo99″, you don’t have to buy freeze dried food, you can make your own at home! Ask your mom if she has a “Food-Saver” or something that dehydrates food. If she does, you can use that to dehydrate regular food to make it great for backpacking. If not, just buy the freeze dried stuff. It’s not that expensive!
I want to go on a backpacking trip but i don’t want to spend a whole lot of money on freeze dried food what do i do
If you have a gift card to a shop that you’re buying an expensive thing, use it.
Also, are there any recommended sleeping bags for camping out in the Georgetown area of Texas?
do not buy axes that are dull to start with. that usuly means it can not hold a sharpen
don’t use credit save up!
I agree with you
says DO your local thrift stores and goodwill–nothing like a “like new” pair of Vasque boots for $1.50 or $.50 day packs reputable brands!!
Watch for sales at retail stores, they normally have a discount aisle where you can some great stuff cheap!
Always a good idea to write in to the editorial spot in your local newspaper (where they put recipe questions) you would be amazed at how many people are paying attention to those columns and are willing to donate or get rid of things real cheap….
awasum!
Always browse discount sites like REI Outlet
if you go to a yard sale buy the cheepist camping gear then go camping and live with it.
So I can be as thrifty as possible I separate my money into three envelopes. Spend, save, and give.
Garage sales and craigs list for great deals on gear. I rescue cast Iron dutch ovens all the time.
Can you give me some?!?
The good thing about finding stuff at Garage Sales is that you can sometimes clean it up and sell it for more money than you spent. Then you can use that money for more gear.
thats the same thing i do
Along with the traditional outdoor recreational dealers like REI, the Sportsmans Guide catalog offers great prices on new and used camping and outdoor gear.