Let’s get camping.

Fridie Outdoors empowers you with camping know-how, so you feel joy, confidence, and freedom outdoors.

Download the app to access know-how anytime, anywhere.

What are the packing essentials?

How to get a good night sleep?

How to cook over a campfire like a pro?

We’ll show you how.

When you’re getting into camping, there's a lot to figure out.

Fridie Outdoors will shorten your learning curve, so you can feel the confidence, joy and freedom of camping sooner.

 
 
Camping As A Couple
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eating smores
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The Camping Foundation

We’ll teach you the camping know-how:

  • What to pack

  • How to set up your campsite

  • How to sleep comfortably

  • How to cook on a camp stove

  • How to build a campfire

  • How to stay hydrated

  • And more

 
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starting a small campfire
 
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The experienced Camper

We’ll help you take your camping to the next level with:

  • How to cook over an open fire

  • Spice up your camping food

  • Secrets to the perfect s’more

  • Keep your tent toasty warm

  • Camp rain or shine

  • Activities to do

  • And more

Over time, you will expand your knowledge with more advanced tips.

 
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grilling skewers over campfire
 
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All camping know-how is accessible online and offline.

The beauty of camping is there is often little to no cell phone reception. But when the internet can’t teach you how to build a campfire and remind you how to use that camp stove, just pull up pre-downloaded know-how from our website or app. Once you get what you need, put that phone away and get back to camping.

 

Learn from someone who knows what it is like to discover camping as an adult.

Most guides are written from an “expert” perspective. From us, you’ll get advice from friends that can relate to the challenges of getting started. You just want to sleep comfortably in a tent and learn the best way to make some yummy s’mores.

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Camping Know-How

 

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Types of Camping
Types of Camping

Let’s take a look at the various types of camping. You will be pleasantly surprised to learn that all the various options have something wonderful to offer from car camping, backpacking, yurt camping, hammock camping and more! Keep reading to get a sense of the styles of camping and what type of camping you want to try.

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Planning a Camping Trip
Planning a Camping Trip

The key to an amazing experience will be preparing enough to set the tone for the trip, but avoid planning too much that you get overwhelmed. If you’re new to camping or just need more guidance to improve your experience, keep reading to learn all the tips and tricks to planning an epic camping experience.

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DIY Glamping Ideas: How to Make Camping More Luxurious
DIY Glamping Ideas: How to Make Camping More Luxurious

Do you love the idea of camping, but not quite ready to embrace the full "roughing it" experience? Or maybe you’re a seasoned camper looking to treat yourself during your next adventure. There are many ways to elevate your camping experience to make you feel more comfortable and at home in the outdoors on any budget. Dive into our comprehensive guide to glamping, where rugged wilderness meets luxurious comforts. From the gear to food, learn how to plan your outdoor escape in style!

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Is it Safe to Camp?
Is it Safe to Camp?

Nicole Snell and Lestarya Molloy discuss camping & outdoor safety, which is a major concern particularly amongst people of color. As Black women, we know what it is like to be the only out camping, yet the outdoors has been a place of healing and joy for both of us.

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Our Amazing Contributors

We have partnered with amazing companies and avid campers to create camping know-how for you. Links to products allows us to earn a commission so we can get more people outside!

Meet the FounderS

Lestarya, CEO & Founder

Growing up, Lestarya had never been camping and knew nobody who did. At a young age, her parents passed away, and Lestarya hiked to heal. Eventually, she became curious to go camping.

Despite freezing in her not-so-good sleeping bag, she fell in love with the freedom and clarity that camping brought her.

Over time, she figured out camping and introduced many more people to it. Lestarya is passionate about making camping and outdoor recreation accessible and enjoyable for all, especially people of color who have been under-represented in outdoor recreation.

Lestarya has 15 years experience innovating and introducing new technology that makes a difference for millions of people all over the world. Lestarya graduated from UC Berkeley with B.S. Environmental Economics & Policy, and earned her M.S. Applied Psychology from the University of Southern California. Fridie Outdoors provides camping & outdoor know-how that often only comes with having friends to show you the ropes, Lestarya encourages people to go for it. Let’s get camping!

Scott, CTO & Co-Founder

Camping with friends

Getting outside and connecting with people is why Scott camps. Scott has been camping since he was a kid. He now enjoys introducing people to camping and sharing camping know-how.

Scott’s knot tying skills came to the rescue when he set up a tarp shelter to keep his fellow campers dry and happy during a rainy camping trip.

After graduating from Oregon State University with B.S. Computer Science, Scott has focused his career on building and delivering mobile applications that people enjoy using every day.

He is excited to combine his passion and experience to get more people camping. As Scott often says, “You got this!”

 

READY TO GET CAMPING

Download the Fridie Outdoors app for camping know-how accessible from anywhere, anytime.

“Fridie Outdoors is like having a passport to new experiences.” - Sasha, Fridie Camper