About Basecamp & Backyard

Basecamp & Backyard is run by a veteran household that lives on both sides of the back door. Inside, we care about a home that runs smoothly: a clean kitchen, a pantry that makes sense, and a warm place to land at the end of the day. Outside, we're happiest around a fire, at the grill or packing for a weekend at the lake.

Military life teaches you a few things that stick: buy gear that works, keep it where you can find it, and have a plan before you need one. That's the spirit behind every guide on this site.

What "Basecamp" and "Backyard" mean

Basecamp is home: cleaning, the kitchen, organization and the cozy comforts that make a house feel like yours.

Backyard is everything out the back door and beyond: fire pits, grilling, camping, hunting and fishing gear, and being prepared when the weather turns.

How we pick

We want you to buy once and buy right. Here's how every pick earns a spot:

We start with the job. What problem are you trying to solve? We only recommend products that do that job well.
We read the specs and the manual. We check what the manufacturer says the product does, and what it doesn't do.
We study verified-buyer reviews at scale. We look for patterns across large numbers of reviews: what people love after months of use, and what breaks or disappoints.
We favor track records. Products that have been around for years with consistent feedback beat this month's trend.
We include safety notes. Stoves, fire, water filters and power gear come with plain-language warnings.
We're honest about experience. Our guides are researched picks. When we haven't personally used something, we don't pretend we have, and we will never post fake reviews or made-up testing.

How we make money

We're a small, independent site. When you buy through some of our links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. That never decides what we recommend, and we don't accept paid placements. Read the full affiliate disclosure.

Why we don't list prices

Prices on Amazon change constantly, sometimes several times a day. Rather than show you a number that may be wrong, we link you straight to the product page so you can see the current price and availability.

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