Eureka Large Solar Shade Tent

Versatile protection from sun and wind.
Customer Review: Wonderful Item
Bought this item for use at the beach. Used recently and put up and took down 4 days in a row. Very easy to use and worked perfectly. Provided great relief from the sun and wind when needed. Actually put up in a strong wind one day with a little difficulty...but once up, stayed in place even in strong gusts. We used the stakes and filled the sand bags...plus I built up sand to block wind from going underneath. It worked great. I would strongly recommend for anybody who wants to spend a lot of time at beach but requires occasional relief from sun or wind - especially great for a nap!!!
Customer Review: Great Product BUT I'M FURIOUS!
This is an excellent tent, but I bought it as a gift for Christmas and the people who shipped it to me shipped it in it's retail packaging, thus ruining the surprise. When my other half came home from work, there was his Christmas present sitting on the front door clearly showing on the packaging what the item was. What a Christmas bummer.

Bahia Honda State Park has something very unusual for the Florida Keys.

It has a beach. And a really nice one too.

Although the Florida Keys are islands, natural beaches are very rare indeed. Why? Mainly because the waters surrounding the Keys are so calm, the sand doesn't get a chance to build up. Bahia Honda has the best beach in the Florida Keys, and possibly the best in Florida.

Things to Do and See

Swimming is a popular activity at Bahia Honda. The turquoise waters are warm, in the upper 70's to the 80's most of the year, and very clear. Although the beach faces out to the Atlantic Ocean, unless there is a storm out to sea, the waters are calm.

Along with swimming, snorkeling is a big draw to Bahia Honda. The same calm, clear waters that invite swimming are excellent for exploring the underwater world. And if you really want a treat, take a snorkeling tour from Bahia Honda out to Looe Key and visit the coral reef.

Kayaking and boating are also on the list of fun things at the park. There is a small marina and a boat ramp. If you have somehow misplaced your boat, you can rent a kayak from the park concession. The calm waters are great for exploring the nooks and crannies of the island, especially on the Gulf side.

Why Not Stay Awhile?

Let's not forget camping. From tents to RVs to renting one of their beach cabins, all kinds of camping are available. Here's a caveat: call ahead to reserve a camping spot or especially one of the cabins. As you might imagine, a beach cottage in paradise has a bit of a waiting list.

Bahia Honda State Park is located in the lower Florida Keys, just south and west of the Seven Mile Bridge. One visit and you'll understand why they call the Florida Keys the American Caribbean.

So come on down for a visit.

The weather is fine and the natives are friendly.

For more information on Bahia Honda State Park, you can visit http://www.great-florida-vacations.com/bahia-honda-state-park.html

Gail Nettles is a Florida Native who enjoys showing the Sunshine State to visitors. She is the publisher of http://www.great-florida-vacations.com

Eureka Medium Solar Shade Tent

These versatile 3 season shelters provide protection from rain or sun whether youre at the beach or on a picnic, on the sidelines, or in your own backyard. A hood over the front opening provides shade but allows for great side-to-side visibility, and the front privacy "door" panel can zip closed or roll out of the way as needed. Three windows with toggled privacy covers allow air flow on hot days. Weighing in at 5 pounds the Medium Solar Shade is easy to carry, they are also easy to set up, with only 3 poles, power mesh pole sleeves, and post grommet assembly. Two storage pockets inside.Sewn-in floor with taped seam. 4 wind guy out loops. Four sand pouches for alternative anchoring.Specifications 3 Season cabana Capacity: NADoors: 1Floor Area: 36.9 ft2 / 3.43 m2Vestibule Area: NAInterior Peak Height: 4.92 ft / 1.50 mPackaged Weight: 5 lb 0 oz / 2.27 kgNumber of Poles: 3 - FGFreestanding: YesFeatures2 clothesline rings (M and L) 2 labeled organizer pockets (L) 2 year warranty4'1" H x 4'6" W x 7'6" L
Customer Review: Great Tent
We took this tent in our luggage to Kauai. It is light weigh, easy to set up and sturdy. We were at the beach and it was quite windy. The tent with stood the wind no problem. It has a window on each side which is great for air flow and the front can be closed to create a changing area. there is even a line build in to hang things on. It kept us out of the sun when we needed it and was easy to roll up and put away for the next time. One of the best items I packed for our vacation!!
Customer Review: great investment
We bought this solar shade to take on vacation to the beaches in Belize and Mexico. It traveled extremely well, was very easy to set up and was a relief to have, particularly where shade was not available. We used it with a family of four and thought it was great. The only thing I will probably do in the future is add some of my own velcro strips to the back "window" flap. When the breeze blew, the flap would not stay shut with the two little tabs provided. Easy enough to fix on my own, though. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to ensure they have access to shade - fits in a suitcase for travel as well.

What is more enjoyable than gathering the whole family and spending quality time for a few days outdoors at a campsite at State Park, Missouri for instance. There is no better way to have this kind of opportunity to get connected with Mother Nature to enjoy the scenery, flowers and wildlife.

It is understandable to get excited about your camping trip. However, it is important that you prepare everything beforehand as you may never know what nature has in store for us, be it good or bad.

That is why every camper should have a camping checklist with them before leaving for the great outdoor experience.

Below is the ultimate camper's checklist that has been categorized into the following categories:

Personals

Camping essentials

Camping tent checklist

Camp fire

Sleeping system

First aid kit

Clothing

Kitchen utensils and gas appliances

Children and baby supplies

Before leaving home

1. Personals checklist - grooming and hygiene kit such as tooth brush, tooth paste, shampoo, towels, insect repellant, soap, deodorant, sun block, lip balm, comb, sunglasses, toilet paper and a trusty sewing kit.

2. Camping essentials checklist - driver's license, ID card, money, GPS or compass, map, pocket knife, binoculars, flashlights, battery packs, bulbs, lantern, water, canteen, rope, radio, camera, lots of films, clothesline, clothespin, foldable table, lounge chair and clock.

3. Camping tent checklist - tent, ground sheet, mallet, spare pegs, spare poles, spare ground sheet, peg extractor, fabsil (tent reproofer), shock cord repair kit and tent repair kit.

4. Camp fire checklist - matches, wood, shovel, axe, kindling, newspaper, extinguisher and campfire permit.

5. Sleeping system checklist - sleeping bags, camp beds, mattress or camper mat, pillows, air bed and pump, blankets and air bed repair kit.

6. First aid kit checklist - medicines for flu, fever, headaches, stomach ulcer and allergy. Band aids, antiseptics and antibiotic cream for wound. Tweezers to take out splinters. Pocket tissues are advisable.

7. Clothing checklist - a cozy pair of shirt and sweat pants, gloves, jackets, sweater, thermals, hiking boots, sneakers, sandals, socks of varying thickness, underwear, wellies, fleece, swimsuits, pajamas, tank tops, hats and bandannas. Not to mention waterproof jackets and trousers.

8. Kitchen utensils and gas appliances checklist - food container, insulator for frozen food, pots and pans, thermos, aluminium foil, fuel, stove, matches or lighter, disposable utensils, dish towels, bottle and can opener, knife, trash bags, zip lock bags, mugs, bowls, coffee pot, spatula, dish soap, table cloth and skewers for campfire barbequing or marshmallow toasting.

9. Children and baby supplies checklist - for babies, baby food, milk, diapers and baby wipes, pacifier, bottles, bibs, spoons, blankets, high chair, play pen, stroller, stuffed toys, tub and books. For toddlers, games for rainy days and for traveling, pencils, crayons, papers bucket and shovel, kites and frisbees.

10. Before leaving home checklist - lock all doors and windows, turn off all lights and appliances such as television and computer, hold all mail, water the garden, adjust the thermostat and make pet arrangements.

By no means that the above camp checklist is complete as there are a lot more that are not listed above. Be smart about what you consider necessary to bring and what items can you leave home without.

With these filled up, your camping trip would be a blast.

Juzaily Ramli and Tommy Lehmann are camping buddies and love to camp whenever they could find the time. Find out some of the things that you can't go camping without: Camping Supplies and Camping Gear.