Essential Camping Gear for Snowbird Seniors: What to Pack for Your Next Warm Winter Getaway
As winter approaches, many snowbird seniors are gearing up for their seasonal escape to warmer destinations. Whether you’re planning to set up camp along the coast or in a desert oasis, packing the right gear can make all the difference in your comfort and enjoyment. In this guide, we’ll cover the essential camping gear every senior should bring on their warm-weather winter getaway. Get ready to make your trip stress-free and full of sunshine!
Portable Propane Fire Pit
Making a campfire every night can be a lot and even though you are spending so much time in your RV, no one wants to go back inside smelling like campfire every evening! But you are avoiding winter for a reason and having a smaller indoor space means you can create a comfortable, usable outdoor space to enjoy at any time of day. Propane fire pits like our Bear Blaze Fire Bowl are perfect for nights where you want to enjoy a campfire without the work. They’re also great for seniors that don’t want to chop and haul firewood anymore. With one easy push of a button you get the warmth and comfort of a campfire without effort. So stay up a little later and enjoy that campfire - you don’t have to head to work in the morning!
Chair Covers
Have to run to the seniors social and don’t have time to put away your chair but you’re worried about weather? Throw on a chair cover! The Lazy Bear Chair Cover and Bear Buddy Chair Cover are meant to fit over your camp chair for those times you need to leave your seat, but you’re not ready to put your chairs away. And while you may want to come home with a tan, your chairs need that extra sun protection to stay looking their best! Placing these covers on your chairs when they’re not in use will protect them from sun damage that may occur from being left outside all winter.
Big Bear Table
With many RV resorts not having picnic tables at every site, who wants to spend mealtime precariously balancing your plates on your lap? And you didn’t escape winter to eat indoors at every meal. Our range of tables can help you create the perfect campsite setup! Need a lot of table space? With it’s innovative design, the Big Bear aluminum top table is lightweight yet packs up small. Don’t be fooled by its compactability, it still provides ample table space to fit all your needs. Need a little less space? The Camp Crew Coffee Table, Cub Bear Table, and Fireside Stump Stool/Table, all offer solutions to your table needs.
Rocking Chair
Get ready to "rock" your next outdoor adventure! Upgrade your camping setup with our Bear Trax Rocker, a portable, foldable rocking chair perfect for the cabin or the campsite. Whether relaxing by the campfire or enjoying the view, the smooth rocking motion will make every moment more relaxing. Lightweight, durable, and easy to pack – it’s the perfect addition to your camping gear.
Heated Chair
Even though you have escaped winter, a heated chair is still useful for those chilly evenings around a campfire! The Switchback Heated Chair is perfect for snowbirds looking to save on space as it packs up into its carry bag easily and is smaller than our other options. It also heats both the seat and the lower back of the chair, perfect for keeping those muscles warm after your morning pickleball match. Need a little more space? The Bear Buddy Heated Chair is a double heated seat with dual control systems so you can each pick your own heat setting. And when happy hour at the campsite roles around, the Bear Buddy Chair has cup holders and stemmed wine glass holders on each side of the chair letting you keep your drink close by.
Icebox
Day trips just got better with the Orso Icebox! Don’t waste time and money finding a restaurant or drive-thru for lunch while on the road - pack your own! Whether you are exploring the closest National Park, historic site, or beach, our Orso Iceboxes are perfect for loading with snacks and drinks to enjoy while on the road. The smaller 20QT size is perfect for lunch for two and comes with a basket, cutting board and cup holders included. Need a little more room? It is also available in the 45QT size!
*Orso Icebox Ice Packs shown in picture sold separately HERE
Lazy Bear Dog Bed
Keep your dog content and comfortable in their own camping chair! The Lazy Bear Dog Bed will help your favourite travel buddy cozy in their own dog bed made for the outdoors. The Lazy Bear Dog Bed folds up compactly, comes with its own carry bag, has a removable cushion for easy cleaning and when the temperatures rise during the day, the mesh bottom of the chair will help keep them comfortable by providing more airflow. When the temperatures drop back down, clip on the Lazy Bear Dog Blanket to add an extra layer of warmth. You’re living your best retirement life, so should your pup!
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