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Backwoods Addiction

Welcome to the Backwoods Addiction

Have you ever wanted to explore the wilderness and ​need some advice? Do you explore often and are looking ​for some cool tools and tricks to make the trip even ​better? Well, Backwoods Addiction is the place to find ​things you might not know you needed, or a more quality ​item you could use. Camping gear, bushcraft tools, ​clothing, books and everything in between. We are ​located on Vancouver Island B.C. and have over 30 years ​in Backwoods experience. This gives you hand picked ​items that are durable, and of quality. We also seek to ​source you the best price. We are super excited to grow ​with you and bring you new and interesting content from ​our Backwoods Addiction. Please feel free to contact us ​and, or to place custom orders. Thank you so much for ​visiting our site. Best wishes in all your travels.

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This fiskars axe has a ​lifetime grantee, is ​lightweight and comes ​razor sharp right out of ​the case. comes with a ​plastic headcase but nicer ​leather ones are available. ​This a perfect all around ​axe suitable for almost ​anything you can throw at ​it. its a must have for any ​camper.

I bought one of these ​waterproof, shock proof, ​handheld gps's and i would ​trust my life on it. there are ​beautiful overlays, trail, ​roadmaps, and ​topographical maps ​available. well worth every ​penny.

This is a perfect backpack for ​an adventurous day hike. i ​have enough room for my ​first aid kit, survival tin, and ​a hearty lunch with enough ​room to spare for raingear. ​comes waterproof with ​quality zippers and stitching. ​awesome quality for an ​awesome price.

BORUIT HEADLAMP

SCHRADE BUSH KNIFE

This 10,000 lumin waterproof headlamp can ​be used with rechargable batteries in case ​you dont have an outlet for days. or plug ​in to a usb for a quick charge in the car. ​awesome for seeing distance on hikes or ​around the camp. lightweight and comfy to ​wear, fully adjustable. quite an amazing ​light for how low the price. no other way ​to see but hands free.

This is a perfect all around hip knife ​excellent for your backwoods adventures. ​full tang, study hip case, and it also comes ​with a flint and striker, as well as a ​sharpening stone to keep your knife razor ​sharp at all times. comes razor sharp and ​stays sharp for quite a while with the ​powder coated aus-8 steel blade. very ​durable and a great size for all backwoods ​adventures. highly recommending this blade​ as​ part of your go to gear.

This is a perfect tent for any backwoods ​backpacker. perfect size for you plus your ​gear. waterproof, snow rated, wind rated, ​and super lightweight. quick easy set up with ​a durable tarp bottom to keep out ​groundwater and melting snow. nice little ​spot for your boots out of the weather and ​not inside the tent. the quality is unmatched ​for the price point. comes in several ​different colors and a couple patterns.

COLEMAN STOVE

STAINLESS DISHES

THE COLEMAN DUAL BURNER PROPANE STOVE IS A ​MUST HAVE FOR ANY CAMPER. THE REASON YOU ​SEE THEM EVERYWHERE IS BECAUSE THEY WORK ​BETTER THAN ANY OTHER FOR THE SAME PRICE ​POINT. YOU CAN COOK IN UPTO 12' PAN OR POT ​ON ONE SODE AND A 10' PAN OR POT ON THE ​OTHER. DESIGNED TO USE LITTLE FUEL. HIGH BACK ​AND SIDE WALLS TO BLOCK WIND. EASY TO CLEAN ​AND FOLDS INTO A STURDY METAL BOX FOR ​TRANSPORT. I HAVE AN OLD ONE THAT STILL ​WORKS. 15 YEAQRS AND GOING STRONG.

THESE HIGH QUALITY STAINLESS DISH SET IS ​PERFECT FOR MY FAMILY. KIDS CANT BREAK THEM. ​YOU CAN COOK WITH THEM. STAIN PROOF AND ​WONT HOLD ANY ODORS OR PLAVORS FROM PAST ​COOKING. MADE OF NON TOXIC MATERIALS. WONT ​RUST OR DETERIORATE OVER TIME. THE CUPS ARE ​THICKER AND DESIGNED TO WORK WELL WITH HOT ​OR COLD BEVERAGES. THE 24 PIECE SET STACKS ​INSIDE ONEANOTHER AND STOES INTO A ​FOLDABLE ZIPPER TOP WATER BUCKET (NOT ​SHOWN IN PIC)

NO CAMPING TRIP WOULD BE COMPLETE WITHOUT ​A TARP. NOT JUST ANY TARP. THIS 'OUTPRO' HEAVY ​DUTY CROSS LAMINATED TRANSPARENT TARP IS ​DESIGNED TEAR PROOF AND MADE OF FOOD SAFE ​QUALITY PLASTICS. IT WILL NOT DETERIORATE IN ​THE HARSH UV SUMMER SUN AND WONT CRACK ​WHEN FROZEN. MY FAVORITE PART IS WHEN IT IS ​RAINING AND YOU NEED A TARP, THIS ONE LETS IN ​EVERY BIT OF LIGHT AND IS REALLY COOL TO ​THOW BATTERY POWERED LIGHTS ON TOP AT ​NIGHT. BEST TARP YOU WILL BUY AND COMES FROM ​8X8 UPTO 50X50 AND EVERYTHING INBETWEEN.

CANWAY SLEEPING BAG

A CANWAY SLEEPING BAG IN MY OPINION IS THE ​BEST QUALITY FOR YOUR DOLLAR IN A SPRING ​SUMMER FALL SLEEPING BAG. THE OUTTER LAYER ​HAS A WATERPROOF COATING THAT WOULD BEAD ​DROPS OF WATER OFF BUT WOULD HOLD ONTO ​WATER THAT WAS RUBBED ONTO THE FABRIC. ​DRAW STRING FOR AROUND THE FACE AND HAS ​DUAL ZIPPERS TO POKE YOUR FEET OUT WHEN ​YOU GET A LITTLE TOO WARM. COMES IN A ​COMPRESSION BAG AND IS MACINE WASHABLE. ​GOOD TO MINUS 5. also has a money back ​guarantee, if you dont like it for any ​reason.

ONSIE SLEEPING BAG

HEATED SLEEPING BAG

the human sleeping bag is perfect for those ​of us who hate getting up in the am to put ​on cold clothes first thing. this bag is also ​good to minus 5 and comfortably fits a 5.5-​6foot person. water resistant and uv ​resistant. feet unzip up the leg for shoes ​and ventilation. hands unzip and a handy ​draw string for around the face. this ​awesome onesie comes in its own travel ​bag and weighs 4 lbs. machine washable for ​easy cleaning

this electric sleeping bag is a luxury i wish i ​had as a kid. made with five carbon fiber ​heating elements. can be ran with a ​standard 5v/2a usb, batteries, or a portable ​usb battery pack. bag without heat is rated ​to minus 10 and there are 3 heat settings ​beyond that. weighs only 2.8 lbs. ​waterproof nylon shell and draw string ​for around the face. double zippered so you ​can poke your feet out and long enough for ​a 6.6 foot tall person. by far the best buy ​for those of us who want a little more ​comfort when "roughing it".

the sky ridge 2 person vehicle top tent is ​perfect for those of us who don't want to ​pitch a tent in the mud or rocks. you always ​have a flat place to sleep no matter the ​terrain. durable clips and straps designed ​heavy use. The Tent Walls And Roof Are ​Manufactured With 280Gsm Ripstop ​Reinforced Polyester/Cotton Canvas, ​Coated For 2000Mm Waterproofing

The Separate Rain Fly Is Coated For 2500Mm ​Waterproofing and A Heavy Duty Travel ​Cover Protects The Tent And Components. ​easy and quick, one person set up.

the overland 4 person roof top tent has ​sooo much room. made of Premium 600D rip ​stop polyester canvas waterproof material ​plus 420D oxford rip stop waterproof ​cover. has 120G environmental fadeless ​Ballistic nylon straps Marine grade 304 ​stainless steel hardware. tucks away into a ​hard cover shell to keep mud and debris out ​and off of your set up while not in use. ​easy to set up for one person. tons of room ​for gear below and you have under your ​vehicle to keep items easily in reach yet out ​of the rain.

the stanz foldable cargo carrier fits ​standard 2 inch trailer hitch receiver. made ​from durable powder coated steel, it ​protects your cargo like an old truck ​bumper. perfect for those of us that have ​cans of gas and extra gear but are short on ​room. holds 500 lbs. and can be flipped out ​of the way when not in use. i use mine for a ​place to put shoes and cooler when the ​mrs. and i watch the stars out the back of ​the suv atop our favorite mountain. mine is ​all beat up from wheeling so they are built ​to last.

Sawyer Water Purification

Aquatabs are a perfect backup ​when you don't have a water ​filter. Ready in just 30 minutes with ​no unpalatable taste or odor. ​CERTIFIED AND SAFE: Iodine Free, NSF ​60 Certified, Halal Certified, US EPA ​approved active ingredient, safe ​for use by children and pregnant ​women. COMPACT AND EASY TO USE ​PACKAGING. Individually sealed in ​foil making them extremely ​compact, lightweight, stable and ​easy to use - No liquids to leak or ​glass to break.

the direction water filter is Ultra ​Rugged and Engineered to ​withstand heavy use. Aircraft ​grade aluminum sleeve provides the ​best protection. UF Membrane Filter ​removes minimum 99.9999% of ​waterborne bacteria and minimum ​99.99% of cysts, 100% Lifetime ​Guarantee. Super Light Weight and ​Compact at 5.8 inches long, ​produces a super-fast flow rate of ​600ml/min, Back Flushing Device ​Equipped. Keep the filter clean and ​clog-free. filters up to 3000 liters ​without flushing, per filter.

FOLDING POTTY

FEMALE PEE POINTER

no more leaning against trees. the zinyeme ​folding toilet compacts to less than 3 ​inches thick. is built longer and wider than ​conventional travel potties. is made of ​durable high density plastic for easy ​cleaning and can hold upto 400 lbs. put ​over a hole, or do what my uncle did and ​put it in his boat as a sit on bait well or ​storage. this is one item that brings ease to ​a camping trip.

my wife said you all would love one of ​these female pee pointers. now she can pee ​behind a tree just like me. lol. made of ​durable soft flexible silicone. has a easy to ​use design, and has no harsh chemicals. easy ​to clean and fits anywhere. makes taking a ​pee for the ladies a lot more discrete on ​less private trails. no more hanging your ​bum in the wind and trying not to hit your ​shoes.

the trathm tent is designed for privacy. it ​can be used for showering, changing, ​getting some shade in your beach chair or a ​privacy screen for a bathroom. pops up in ​seconds and twists into a carrying bag. has ​a bonnet for rain, a lantern holder, toilet ​paper or towel holder, a side window and a ​nifty spot to pass items like extra soap or ​clothing. i have 3 kids and this makes ​changing at the beach a breeze.

Outdoor Edge Processing

Mossy Oak Bowie

FIXED BLADE WITH SHEATH comes complete ​with a camo nylon belt sheath. RAZOR ​SHARP, Perfectly balanced, and full tang. ​420J2 stainless steel blade is hand finished ​to a shaving sharp edge for superior edge ​retention and performance. RUBBERIZED ​NONSLIP TPR HANDLE that is Ergonomically ​shaped, safe and comfortable grip, even in ​the slickest conditions. Outdoor Edge ​produces quality tools that are built to ​last. If you have a problem with your ​Outdoor Edge knife contact them. they ​address all replacement and service ​requests. 100% lifetime guarantee.

The mossy oak bowie knife has an 8.5 inch ​Razor Sharp Clip Point Blade. the 3CR13 blade ​has excellent strength, edge retention and ​corrosion resistance for lasting durability, ​good for piercing, detail work, and cutting ​in tight places. has a Full Tang and Wood ​Handle for that Classic design made of ​rosewood and brass, provides comfortable ​grip and balance with brass pommel guard. ​Genuine Leather Sheath With Snap Fastener. ​High quality protective sheath with ​integrated belt loop for safe and secure ​carry with easy access. a perfect bush knife ​for any adventurer.

Grand Way Machete

a Grand Way survival machete with sheath ​will be your best friend on any adventure. ​this is not only a brush clearing knife, but ​also is a survival tool. made from 440C ​serrated stainless steel, which provides super ​sharp cutting performance and high ​durability, while the saw handle of machete ​is covered with rubber for comfortable and ​continuous usage. this solid and practical ​sheath allows you to wear the Brush ​Clearing machete on your belt safely. The ​multifunctional sheath is made of heavy duty ​fabric and will be with you when you need it ​most.

Outdoor Edge Processing

BLAVOR solar power station only uses the ​highest grade materials, to provide safe ​and reliable products to customers. The ​unique PD 18W USB-C output can charge a ​laptop, cell phone or any other usb ​compatible device. The QC3.0 USB port ​supplies Max 18W output, 50% faster-​charging speed, greatly shortens the time ​of recharging your device, and has zero ​damage to your devices. 7X higher solar ​charging efficiency than the normal single ​panel solar charger. Perfectly meet your ​power needs outdoors. see the link for ​more. way too many features to list here. ​this is a must have, camping or not.

this solar, crank lantern from roxicosly ​has 3 Charging Ways, USB Cable & Solar & ​Hand Crank】- This camping lantern is ​mainly charged by a regular 5V USB cable, ​only 2 hours to be fully charged. The solar ​panel will absorb energy under sunlight to ​charge the battery. Rotate the crank ​handle anytime and anywhere 3-5 minutes ​to activate the battery once it goes dead. ​Never worry about power outage when ​you are at outside activities. Collapsible LED ​Lantern & bottom Flashlight are super ​bright and have two-modes. waterproof ​and has an 18month warranty and 30 day ​money back return policy.

Grand Way Machete

Ultra-Bright Solar Fairy Lights are 45 foot ​each, There are 120 warm white micro Leds ​with steady 360 degree viewing angle, length, ​The built-in battery has a large capacity and ​can be use for 10 hours at night after fully ​charged. Waterproof and Heat-resistant, The ​solar string lights are guaranteed with CE ​certification, can withstand any weather ​when used outdoors. No worry to use them ​in the rain. The heat-resistant function makes ​long time use will not overheat. Smart ​Control and 8 Modes, Auto on at night/off ​at sunrise and recharge in daytime. 8 light ​modes to choose and has a one year ​warranty. 60 day money back guarantee.

As I walk through the ​Backwoods to soothe the soul, I ​know that we teach them young to ​enstil a feeling of purpose and ​balance. The teachings handed ​down to me as I do this for you A ​teaching that everything matters. ​No matter how big or small, all ​actions affects more than we could ​ever know. The feeling you get ​when your soul is at peace. This is ​why we have the Backwoods ​Addiction.

By. Justin Time