Forget Candles: Camp Out in Coziness with Folding Solar Panels

Camping: Days filled with hiking and exploring nature’s beauty and nights spent with flashlights and around a campfire. Trading a cozy bed and dwelling for tents and sleeping bags; sipping tea at night out of a thermos while eating toasted marshmallow – camping is really a world of its own.

But camping is an adventure – in every sense of the word – an exciting experience that involves risks. The idea of “living” for a few days in the far reaches of the forest is nothing like roughing it in the backyard. It can get unpleasant. If not prepared that is.

From selecting your campsite to bringing bedding and planning your menu, being prepared could mean the difference between a memorable experience and an ugly one. Especially if you’re “married” to your smart devices and electrical gadgets. Having access to power to charge your GPS unit, cellphone, notebook and other entertainment, cooling and lighting equipment can certainly make your camping more comfortable.

Unfortunately, not all campsites allow the use of noisy generators. So, what is one to do? The answer is the sun. With a folding solar panel you’ll be taking advantage of free sun’s power to make your campsite more comfortable.

Although solar technology isn’t new (it spans back to the 7th century B.C), folding solar collectors only recently became popular. Today they are considered a convenient alternative energy solution for those who frequently camp out under the sun or have decided to trade the “normal” life for van life.

Usually constructed with monocrystalline cells which are shed tolerant, a solar collector convert sunlight into energy. Larger briefcase-style folding solar panel comes with sturdy aluminium frame (which can withstand winds and storms), maximum power voltage of up to 18V, hail resistant tempered glass, alligator clips, solar regulator, and heavy duty carry bag designed to protect from any accidental damages.

Besides being waterproof (it can be used regardless of weather condition), the portability and lightweight features make a solar panel a piece of camping equipment you can always rely on. It can easily fit into your 4×4 SUV and you don’t have to be a rocket scientist to set one up. Set up can be done in minutes – there really isn’t much to it. Just make sure you align the panel according to the sun’s position to generate more energy and ensure constant and reliable power supply.

Be it for running a radio or MP3 player to unwind with some music or for charging your smartphone to stay in touch with the urban world, with a folding solar panel you’ll surely power your next adventure.