Comments on: Perma-camping kit: What the heck is it?

By: Colorado Jones

Colorado Jones — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 01:46:22 +0000

In reply to Paul Mags. I do keep a couple of 20# canisters around so, yes, that's a much bigger concern. I've been storing the 1# containers in my detached garage for years, which gets pretty darn hot during the summer. Probably not the best idea in theory. But it's never been a problem either.

By: Paul Mags

Paul Mags — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 22:49:17 +0000

In reply to Colorado Jones. The one lb tanks need less care than the bigger tanks in many ways. But, as always, use your best judgment and experience.

By: Colorado Jones

Colorado Jones — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 21:32:14 +0000

In reply to Paul Mags. A very illuminating and informative link on propane. Looks like I need to rethink how I’m doing my outdoor storage . . . Thankfully, no mishaps yet!

By: Paul Mags

Paul Mags — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 18:30:14 +0000

In reply to Colorado Jones.

Propane is good for up to 12OF w storage. When it climbs to 110F, I get cautious and keep it in a shaded area outside.
https://www.survivalistboards.com/threads/safe-storage-of-1lb-propane-tanks.609073/#post-12128569

Good point about the pads. Since moving to Utah, we keep them in the house between trips esp during warmer months.

(UPDATED LINK FOR 1LB propane specifically)

By: Colorado Jones

Colorado Jones — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 03:33:43 +0000

Thanks again for another great article, Paul! I’ve been referring to this one periodically over the past year as I’ve sought to refine my own perma-camping system. Two questions: (1) Have you had any issues with storage of propane in the back of your truck in the desert heat? And, (2) do you keep the self-inflating mattresses permanently stored in the tote or do you roll them out somewhere between trips? At this point, I currently keep both of those items pre-staged in the house or the garage. But maybe that’s a bit overkill.

By: Paul Mags

Paul Mags — Thu, 21 Jan 2021 00:18:11 +0000

In reply to Joan Jarvis. Sounds delightful!

By: Joan Jarvis

Joan Jarvis — Thu, 21 Jan 2021 00:08:33 +0000

One possible.pre-made treat since you already have rum. Mix up butter, brown sugar, and spices to taste (cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves–your choice). You can find recipes online. Scoop it.out into serving sizes and freeze in individual baggies. Grab a couple.of servings as you leave. At night, heat water, add butter mix, and stir in rum. Blissful.

By: Paul Mags

Paul Mags — Mon, 18 Jan 2021 23:22:12 +0000

In reply to John. Indeed.

By: John

John — Mon, 18 Jan 2021 23:01:15 +0000

One thing I like to keep in my truck is a come along and some rope in case I get stuck somewhere. But that seems like it’s not necessary for your use case because it seems like you try hard to avoid places you’d get stuck.

By: Paul Mags

Paul Mags — Mon, 18 Jan 2021 19:38:57 +0000

In reply to Jim Austin.

always have both a daypack and a multi-night backpack ready to go–just add food and water! This means I don’t properly store items like tents, pads, bags, etc. but it’s never caused any gear to fail. Maybe I’ve just been lucky.

We do much the same. Works well!