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Modern Marvels
1993
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Modern Marvels
Camping Technology 7 Season 13 Episode
44 min
1993
8.7
As camping technology develops, it provides greater access to diverse outdoor environments. The earliest camping technology was developed out of necessity. Prehistoric man fashioned rudimentary backpacks and clothing out of bark and animal hide. The explorers and pioneers pushed the boundaries of the West in covered wagons, cooking over open fires, and living off the land. When men headed off to war, they returned with new camping gear and lightweight materials, which enabled further exploration. Todayโs Himalayan mountaineers depend on carefully engineered clothing, tents, and boots to reach the highest peaks in the world.
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