Summer time means hammock time, and these lightweight and colorful "parachute" style hammocks pack small but offer big comfort. With a rated capacity of 400 pounds and backed by a two year guarantee, they're made with breathable, UV treated 100% nylon micro-fiber, nautical grade line and high quality locking gate carabiners. They’re equally at home in the backyard as they are on the boat, at the cottage, or in a campsite; and once you try one you’ll never want to get out of it!

If you're looking for a compact synthetic mummy bag for your adventures, check out the Trestles 30. The shell and lining are both made of DWR fabric to shed extra moisture, and it features a second partial side zip to allow you to stay bundled up while doing tent chores on those cool, early morning starts.

When the nightime temperatures start to really plummet, you'll want to be wrapped up in a dedicated cold weather bag. This warm but roomy synthetic mummy bag has RTEQ insulation to keep you cosy while the fleece lined trapezoidal foot box adds an extra level of decadent luxury, all at an unbeatable price.
(Rated to -22°C; -8°F)

El cheapo sleeping bags may be fine for the occassional indoor sleepover; but kids who are camping in the great outdoors need to have a warm, cozy and durable bag to snuggle up in. This rectangular bag with attached hood has lots of hollow fiber insulation for warmth, a polycotton liner for comfort, and a wraparound zipper to allow it to be opened up for drying or for use as a comforter.

Kids can sleep almost anywhere, but they're likely to sleep longer and more soundly on their very own camping pad. This self-inflating mattress has all the features of an adult mat, but is sized for children and features a North American wildlife theme (bunnies and foxes and bears; oh my!) as well as a handy growth chart. Sweet dreams, angel!

If you're travelling to a tropical destination (or to the suburbs of Winnipeg for that matter) make sure you bring one of these with you. Mosquitoes can carry serious and even deadly diseases; but a mosquito net suspended over the bed can keep the little biters at bay, ensuring a safe and relaxing sleep.
(Assorted sizes; other brands available as well)

The temperarature ratings indicated above are only meant to serve as an initial guide to the selection of your sleeping bag. The following factors may also affect how comfortable you will find a given bag's temperature to be:

• Gender - Males tend to sleep warmer than females
• Metabolism - The heavier you are, the warmer you'll tend to be
• Food Intake - Staying properly nourished throughout the day will keep you warmer
• Hydration - Staying properly hydrated will keep you warmer
• Clothing - A light, dry change of clothes will help you sleep warmer, as will the use of a hat
• Humidity - The more moisture in the air, the warmer you'll feel
• Shelter - Sleeping "under the stars" will generally be cooler than in a tent or even under a tarp
• Weather - Winds and rain can have a chilling affect
• Exhaustion - Fatigue and sleep deprivation will make you feel colder
• Location - Exposed ridges and valley bottoms will be colder
• Altitude - The higher the altitude, the colder the temperature
• System Components - The strategic use of a combination of sleeping pads, bag liners, overbags and/or bivy sacks will keep you warmer