Kids can learn a lot from a good camping trip. From applying basic navigational abilities to playing LED flashlight tag, there are a plethora of useful skills to be gleaned from a family camping expedition. An important one is how to remain safe when out in the wilderness. Below are suggestions for how to teach kids about camping safety.
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Creating Future Campers: How to Teach Kids Camping Safety
Wednesday, March 21st, 2012Modern Camping: The Evolution of Camping From Necessity to High-Tech
Tuesday, March 20th, 2012
The first camper’s handbook was written in 1908 by Thomas Hiram Holding, whom many consider the grandfather of camping as a recreational activity. Holding learned his camping skills during a 1200-mile trip across America in a wagon train in 1853. Back in those days, canvas tents and wood-burning cook fires were the norm.
Today’s camping expedition looks very different. Indeed, camping technology and campers’ habits have evolved so quickly in the last decade or so that even the mountaineering pioneers of the 1970s would be shocked. (more…)
The COAST Report Card: How We Did in the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Reporter
Monday, March 12th, 2012Home inspectors use LED flashlights on a regular basis as part of their home inspection routine. It’s not surprising, then, that the American Society of Home Inspectors recently published its “Flashlight Shootout 2012,” an in-depth review of several high-end LED flashlights – including three of our flashlights and one of our headlamps. We’re happy to say the rugged construction, brightness and focusing capabilities of our LED flashlights received high marks.
Each LED flashlight was rated based on the same set of criteria: battery life and efficiency; brightness over 200 lumens; handling ability; and light color. Here’s a snapshot of how our LED flashlights fared: (more…)
Product Spotlight: Reviews of the HP7 LED Flashlight
Friday, March 9th, 2012
As our new LED flashlight line makes its way around the globe, reviews are popping up all over the internet. Most recently, there have been a number of reviews of the Coast HP7 LED flashlight.
Available at Lowes.com, among other retailers, the HP7 is considered the mainstay of the Coast LED flashlight product line. As a high-end flashlight – selling for around $50 – the HP7 offers a remarkably high value for its price; online reviews have been overwhelmingly positive. The following is a look at what some reviewers are saying about the HP7 LED flashlight. (more…)
How COAST is Continually Innovating Its LED Flashlight Technology
Tuesday, March 6th, 2012
As the LED flashlight market continues to grow, the disparity between high-quality and low-end models is widening. When it comes to finding a cutting-edge LED flashlight, savvy consumers these days look for LED innovation, including new features developed through quality research and design.
We’re an industry leader in LED innovation, combining superior optics with other innovative technology to help improve the performance of every LED flashlight we produce. Here’s a look at some of the new design features you’ll see on COAST flashlights:
Why Every Winter Storm Emergency Kit Needs a Flashlight
Friday, February 17th, 2012
You can never have enough LED flashlights, even if you’re not an avid spelunker, hiker or camper. A trusty LED flashlight comes in handy in many different situations, even if you’re just looking for lost items around the house. This is especially true when it comes to emergency situations; for example, during a winter storm or flood.
Now that winter is in full swing, the following are a few reasons you should not underrate the importance of keeping a few LED flashlights in your storm emergency kit. Even if you already have a flashlight in the garage or kitchen drawer, it’s a good idea to keep a couple of LED light sources with your emergency supplies so you’ll always have one close at hand. It is better to be well prepared ahead of time than have to scramble in the dark for a light source when you really need it!
Factors that Affect an LED Flashlight’s Run Time
Wednesday, February 15th, 2012
When you’re on an extended trip in the backcountry or facing an emergency, rationing becomes an essential survival practice. This means rationing food, water and even the battery life on your LED flashlight. Without the ability to carefully control and monitor how much precious light you’re using, you could end up in the dark before help – or the next town on your journey – arrives.
Battery life, also known as run time, can vary widely between LED flashlight models. Thanks to the relatively new ANSI FL1 flashlight standards, many manufacturers now use standardized testing methods to accurately determine the run times of their LED flashlights. However, there are other factors – some external – that can influence an LED flashlight’s battery life. It’s important to consider these conditions when you’re in a situation that requires careful rationing of your resources.
How to Say Happy Valentine’s Day to Your Outdoor Enthusiast
Monday, February 13th, 2012
Just because Valentine’s Day occurs during the heart of the winter season doesn’t mean you can’t start looking forward to hiking and camping again when those warmer spring and summer days return. Indeed, in some parts of the world, Valentine’s Day is considered the first sign of spring.
This year, consider some helpful gadgets for your outdoor-loving significant other – such as an LED flashlight, folding knives or multi-tools. An LED flashlight may not sound like a romantic gift, but keep in mind that the gesture is a way of honoring your loved one’s hobby and letting him or her know you understand how important it is.
