Classic Camping and Living History Resources
The primary purpose of this business, as well as our YouTube channel, is to further interest in the history of sporting and motoring in the early 20th Century and to encourage folks to get involved, have some fun, and learn about the old ways of doing things. Here is a list of other great resources around the web for learning more about this hobby! If you have a website or a Facebook page or YouTube channel you would like to see added here, please let us know!
Book List:
The following is a list of MUST-READ books about this period of history. If you enjoy reading, this list is indispensable! (Note: This is an ever-expanding list as I discover more great books!)
Motor Camping on Western Trails, by Melville Ferguson, 1925
Bud and Me, The True Adventures of the Abernathy Boys, by Alta and Temple Abernathy, 1992
The Auto Gypsies, by William Purser and Fred Noegel, Jr , 2001
Motor Camping, by J.C. and John D. Long, 1923
The Motor Camping Book, by Elon Jessup, 1921
Camping and Woodcraft, by Horace Kephart, 1908
The Wilderness Hunter, by Theodore Roosevelt, 1893
Woodcraft and Camping, by Nessmuk (George P. Sears) 1884
The Outdoorsman's Handbook, by Hy S. Watson and Capt. Paul Curtis, Jr, 1920
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20th Century Adventures on YouTube
This is a channel created by Nathanael Logsdon, owner of Logsdon & Co., for the purpose of exploring the period 1890-1930 in detail through original artifacts, reproduction gear, and classic camping. Check it out at: 20th Century Adventures
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Amalgamated Order of Motor Campers
This is an informal group of like minded enthusiasts of motoring and camping in the early 20th Century. Membership is based simply on "doing it". This group also plays host to the bi-annual National Motor Camp event. Check them out on Facebook at: Amalgamated Order of Motor Campers
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National Motor Camp
This is a bi-annual national gathering for enthusiasts of historical automobile camping, nationwide. It is held in a different location every other year, on odd year dates. It is put on by local members of the host area. The first one was held in 2023 in Southern Indiana. The next one will be held at Lake Tahoe in California in 2025. There are rumors of a southeastern one in 2027. Check it out at: National Motor Camp
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Bannerman's Camp: Classic and Vintage Motor Camping Living History
This is a page for the study and promotion of "Classic Camping" from the years 1890-1939 as a living history discipline. We aim to bring together living history practitioners, backpackers, campers, historians, and those merely interested in the era of classic camping. Check it out: Bannerman's Camp
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Antique Auto Camping Collective
This group is dedicated to the identification, discussion, collection and promotion of antique camping equipment. We focus on all brand and types of equipment from lanterns, tables and chairs to trailers, boats and ice boxes. We focus on the time period of 1910-1930 but are not strict. Check it out at: Antique Auto Camping Collective
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Sarge Vining on YouTube
This is a YouTube Channel focusing on the History of Camping Gear from 1890-1990, Classic Camping Living History, and Making your own gear for your Classic Camping outfit. Check it out at: Sarge Vining
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VICO Expedition Outfitters
Purveyor of soft goods & haversack fillers for Classic Camping and Military living history of the Early 20th Century. Check it out at: VICO Expedition Outfitters
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What Price Glory
This is a company that primarily produces historical reproduction clothing and gear for WWI and WWII reenactors, but they also produce a lot of items that can be used as "army surplus" camping gear as well as true civilian items. Check them out at: What Price Glory