Camping Tips & Stories

We obsessively collect yarns, advice, photography and inspiration to share with our fellow nature-lovers. We adore hearing new stories, so drop us a line and say g'day; our door is always open.
Grow an abundance! By Grown and Gathered
Story by Grown and Gathered.

Grown and Gathered's tips on growing an abundance of vegetables in your summer garden.

The World’s Best Bell Tent? We think so.
Story by Homecamp

We have pondering how to make the worlds best bell tent..this is what we came up with.

Field Report: Traversing The Simpson Desert
Story by Doron Francis

We headed out to Australia's largest uninhabited regions - the Simpson Desert. This is what we found..

Welcome to Under Sky at the Mountain.
Luxe Camping at Mount Buffalo National Park

Mount Buffalo is without doubt one of Victoria's most beautiful National Parks. Homecamp's sister company recently ...

Fathers Day
Father's Day

If youre going to buy something for Dad make sure its something worth owning.

The Ultimate Picnic Lifestyle
Story by Homecamp

We chat to Ultimate Picnic Backpack founder about how the product came to be and his ultimate picnic tips.

How to Read the Moon and Navigate by the Stars
Story by Viola Design

Ever wanted to learn how to read the beautiful night sky? Viola Design show us how.

Seafood Feast on a Stick Recipe
Story by Homecamp

Sarah Glover has put together this beautiful and simple seafood recipe to enjoy while camping.

Camping Around the Kimberley
Story by Homecamp

Let Wild Road Wanderers take you on a unique dusty adventure through some of Australia's most dramatic landscapes.

Bell Tent Buyer’s Guide
By Homecamp

This bell tent buyer's guide shares our original research on what makes the best bell tents. It’s what guides our...

Tips For Camping With Kids
Story by Frontier Tribe

Frontier Tribe share a few tips to inspire you to take the camping plunge with your family.

Exploring the Australian Alps
Story by See Outside

Explore the magnificent Australian Alps with Elliott from See Outside.

Introducing Ghost Outdoors
Story by Homecamp

Beautifully designed, durably built and effortlessly cool, we bring you Ghost Outdoors.

A Life Outdoors with The Field
Story by Homecamp

The Field is a modern outdoor lifestyle publication to inspire readers to get outside. We chat to founder, Graham.

Introducing FIELD – ISSUE
Story by Homecamp

Introducing FIELD-ISSUE, a brand with a vision of creating quality products that inspire you to be authentic.

Basic Wilderness Survival Tips
Story by Rebecca Crawford

The outdoors is a beautifully wild place. Here are some tips if you ever find yourself in a sticky situation.

A Beginner’s Guide to Fly-Fishing
Story by Matt Rees

Ever wanted to master fly fishing? Here are 10 steps to get you on the right track.

Tom Wegener: Surfboard Artisan
Story by Homecamp

We chat to surfboard shaper Tom Wegener, an artisan hand-crafting surfboards from Paulownia wood.

Identifying Australian Native Flora
Story by Homecamp

Ever wondered what beautiful flora you were admiring while out hiking? We have, so we've put together a guide to he...

Camping Around Australia With Lee Atkinson
Story by Homecamp

Seasoned travel writer & photographer, Lee Atkinson, shares her love of our great country.

Everything You Need to Know to Grow Your Own Edible Garden
Story by Urban Growers

Whether you’re setting up a brand new veggie patch, or revitalising one that’s not flourishing as well as it co...

A Beginner’s Guide to Night Photography
Story by Hayden Warner

Want to learn how to capture your adventures? Hayden Warner shares with us his tips and tricks.

How to style your bell tent
Words & Photos by Lucy Ewing

Just because you're camping, there's no reason you can't do so in style. Here's how.

Homecamp Dads: Paul Tansley
Story by Homecamp

Meet Paul Tansley, Head of Sales & Marketing at Stone & Wood and co-Founder of The Bucha of Byron.

Homecamp Dads: Bill Wirtel & Santa Fe Stoneworks
Story by Homecamp

Get to know the story behind one of our family-owned brands, Santa Fe Stoneworks.

Homecamp Dads: Josh Bennett
Story by Homecamp

Father's Day is just around the corner and we're introducing you to some of our favourite Dads.

Mexico to Canada: a Travel Story
Words and photos by Beau van der Werf & Michael Townsend

Two young travellers share their journey through California, Mexico and Canada.

Recycled Wool Blankets by Seljak
STORY BY HOMECAMP

Introducing recycled wool blankets by Seljak, the cosiest blankets on this planet.

Iceland: 360 Degrees of Wonder
Photos by Lilli Waters

Melbourne photographer Lilli Waters takes us deep into the moon-like landscapes of Iceland.

Orange Hot Buns with Pana Chocolate
RECIPE BY SARAH GLOVER & `

Outdoor chef, Sarah Glover, shares this delicious recipe just in time for Easter!

Top Walking Trails of Byron Bay
STORY BY HOMECAMP

Byron Bay isn't just all about surfing, there are also incredible walking trails to explore!

A Night Under New Zealand Stars
STORY BY MAXIMILIAN GUY MCNAIR MACEWAN

Photographer Maximilian takes his Homecamp bell tent for a night on New Zealand's Coromandel Peninsula...

8 reasons you need a Homecamp Bell Tent
STORY BY HOMECAMP

You definitely need a bell tent in your life and here's why...

Australia’s Best Swimming Holes
STORY BY HOMECAMP

Escape crowded beaches and swimming pools with our favourite swimming holes from around Australia.

Introducing Under Sky
STORY BY HOMECAMP

Have you met our sister events company Under Sky?

5 Tips For Landscape Photography
WITH BEC KILPATRICK

Freelance photographer and artist, Bec Kilpatrick, shares her top tips for capturing the stunning places you visit.