Camping In Montana – Carry The Essentials

One of the most popular activities in Montana is hiking and many hikers like to make a real expedition of their trip. They camp out overnight, catch fresh fish for their evening meal and some even get lucky and catch breakfast as well. There are some items that every hiker and every camper should consider taking.

I could go through all the regular items like a compass, a tent, a warm sleeping bag and so on, but if you’re a regular hiker and camper, you should already have these. What you may not have is some form of river craft. Montana is famous for its rugged trails and scenery, it is also famous for its fabulous rivers and lakes. Having some form of river craft makes it easier to cross, or just cruise along. You could swim, but believe me, the water can be cold, icy cold that is.

Inflatable kayaks and rafts are popular, but they can be heavy and you have to carry a pump of some description. Full size kayaks and rafts are ideal, but it means you have to stick to the waterways and you can’t do any cross country hiking. The ideal craft would be one that just folds away and can be packed into your backpack.

Montana Outdoor Stores has the answer – one of the most popular and internationally acclaimed water craft, the Napali Folding Kayak. It fits the bill, nicely weighing in at just 26lbs. It’s not inflatable so you don’t need to carry a pump as well. It’s easy to put together, easy to use and easy to fold-up again at the end of the day. It also delivers a unique experience to users – its transparent membrane offering a clear view of the waters below the user.

If you’re going to venture out for a camping or hiking trip, don’t forget the essentials – just be sure the Napali Folding Kayak is on your list of essentials.