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One of the things you can do for mom this Mother’s day is take her bird watching.  First, get some Range Finder binoculars for her.  While they are more expensive than regular binoculars, they are worth the price because it’s really nice to know just how far away objects are when you are viewing them.  Range Finder binoculars provide a digital readout on the inside of the lens while you are viewing an object.  

After you get your Range Finder Binoculars, get a book on birds that also provides a log sheet so mom can log what she sees, look up the bird type and learn a little bit about it.  Lastly, take your mom to a wooded area or to a nearby lake shore or river and just watch the birds.  Bring a portable camping grill and cook her some dinner while she is bird watching.  Don’t forget to take the Range Finder binoculars on your next camping trip as well.  The time you spend together on a trips like these will establish memories that will last a lifetime.  Remember, “The Joy is in the Journey”.

Note that Mom can also use the range finder binoculars when camping to keep close tabs on her youngsters in order to make sure they don’t stray to far away from the camp site.  She will be able to tell exactly how far away they are.

Historically you would have packed a set of binoculars and a digital camera along with lots of other items of camping gear.   But that’s not necessary any more.  All you have to do is pack one.  The Bushnell Image View 10 x 25 w/ SD Card Slot combines the outstanding optical performance of Bushnell binoculars with a high-resolution digital camera, so you can see the moment with the amazing clarity and save it to memory.  Unbelievable!!!  Just imagine using your binoculars to zoom in on a deer, moose, ducks, geese or any other thing you want that is far awayand then being able take a picture of that item and save it.  WOW!!!  Cooool.

You would think a set of binoculars with a built in digital camera would be very expensive but the price is actually very reasonable.  Check out our article on “Tips for selecting the right binoculars.” then get yourself a set of binoculars with a digital camera to pack with your camping gear and enjoy pictures like you’ve never been able to before..

No matter what kind of camping gear you may already have, you need to include a good pair of binoculars. Your camping gear should always include binoculars, because you just never know when you might need them for some reason. It could be for spotting a deer or other game animal when you are out hunting, or just for wildlife viewing.

Depending on what you are packing your camping gear for, you need the right pair of binoculars. If you are packing camping gear for back packing, then a smaller more compact pair will be lightweight, and take up less space, giving more room for other camping gear, like extra food, a warm pair of socks, or a larger first aid kit. If you aren’t worried about how much camping gear you are taking with you, then a larger pair of binoculars, one with a wider field of vision, or one that has some kind of tracking system built in can be included.

Camping gear can be expensive, depending on where you buy. Even a mediocre sleeping bag can run about fifty or sixty dollars. Tents can be really expensive, depending on what kind of conditions you are buying your camping gear for, how small it needs to be and other considerations. The same is true for a good pair of binoculars for your camping gear. A decent pair of binoculars can cost around forty or fifty dollars, and the more features like night vision capabilities, the more expensive they can be. Depending on the type of camping gear you’re looking for, you may even want a waterproof pair of binoculars.

There are some good tips when buying binoculars, no matter what they are used for, be it to go with your camping gear, taking along on hunting adventures, or just too spot people from a distance. There are fixed lens binoculars, as well as adjustable lens styles. The bigger the lens, the wider the field of vision. Then there are two numbers when it comes to a pair of binoculars, like 8×64. This of course is just a random example, but the first number refers to how much magnification, the second is the lens size. The eight means that the object is eight times closer than regular sight, and the second is of course your field of view. The higher the magnification, then the narrower the area of vision. If you are planning on packing camping gear for sightseeing, then a lower magnification, or a wider lens size will be better for viewing animals, landscapes or animals. When you are camping and want to view things at lower light, then a larger lens for field of view will allow more light to see by.

You can buy binoculars at the same retailer that you buy your camping gear at, and you can also go to a specialty store, or buy online. Going online will give you a wider selection of both binoculars, as well as camping gear, and one of the most popular websites for camping gear, binoculars, and many other outdoor products is Coleman. They have been in business for many years, and have a reputation for quality merchandise.