Average campervan rentals in Las Vegas are expensive. Instead, rent a standard economy car and pair it with a premium camping setup from Basecamp Outdoor Gear.

Vegas locals: Should you invest thousands in your own outdoor setup, or does renting camping gear in Las Vegas make more sense? While owning a garage full of shiny gear sounds great, the unique Las Vegas lifestyle and environment often make renting the smarter, cheaper, and more convenient choice. Here are situations when renting camping gear beats buying for Vegas locals.

Introducing the outdoor capsule wardrobe, a packing method for family adventures. It’s not just about packing less; it’s about packing smarter. Build a lightweight, versatile wardrobe so you can spend less time packing and more time playing. Packing light doesn’t mean going without. It means having just what you need and nothing weighing you down, mentally or physically.

If you’ve been wondering whether it’s time to try overnight backpacking, here are five signs you’re more ready than you think — and some tips to make your first trip smooth, lightweight, and actually enjoyable.