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Camping can be a great adventure. Getting away from the hustle-bussle of the city and into the woods can be not only fun but very relaxing. While there, we give up most of the modern comforts of home; electircty, running water and most importantly, TV. But of all the things we give up, one thing is for sure. We can’t do without light.

Campers have learned to time most of their activities to daylight hours. However, once the sun goes down and the light goes away, we can’t just stop living. We still need to be able to cook and clean and then there are the recreation activities one must do at night. For these activities, we need a good source of light. And that is where lanterns come into play.

A camping lantern is absolutely necessary on any camping trip especially extended trips. It can provide you with all the light necessary to do the things you need to do when the sun is not shinning. However, for the purposes of safety and enjoyment, it is important to note that not all types of camping lanterns are suitable for the kind of camping that you do. Listed below are some of the features of the different types of Camping Lanterns available today. This section also covers some tips on what to look for when buying a Camping Lantern.

There are three lanterns types; candle, fuel, and battery-powered. Fuel sourced lanterns make use of different fuel sources such as kerosene, butane, and propane and they offer the brightest source light. However, these lanterns can be bit noisy and should not be used inside a tent since the can, depending on the fuel source, give off toxic gases.

Candle lanters can provide light for approximately eight hours but are extremely dangerous when used inside a closed inviroment such as a tent due to the potential for accidntal fires.

The most popular choice now days is the battery-operated Camping Lanterns. They are durable and safe to use even inside a tent. They do not give off toxic gases, are not a threat for fire and are slient. The draw back is that they often do not produce enough area lighting and can be insufficient if you are camping under cold conditions due to the loss of battery efficency in cold tempertures. LED lighs have overcome the issue of lack of brightness and they have also extended the lenght of battery life even in cold weather.

Tips in choosing a latern
Reguardless of which type of latern you choose, pick one with an adjustable flame or light so you can have the intensity or brightness that is just right for you while, at the same time, save your battery when bright life is not needed.

Always remember to bring extra fuel for your gas lantern, or spare candles if you have a candle lantern. Likewise, make sure to bring extra batteries for your battery-powered camping lantern. And you may want to consider buying rechargeable batteries.

Camping lanterns come in different sizes and with additional items. For instance, you may need a refillable canister if you are using a gas lantern or spare batteries for your battery-operated lamp. Make sure to consider the extra weight of these items as well as the space they will occupy. So, when buying your lantern, make sure to take a look at the features of several different types of camping lanterns which best suits your needs.

These lanters as well as other popular brands are all located at Jasper Mountain Outfitters.

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