Johnny Molloy is a writer and adventurer based in Johnson City, Tennessee. His outdoor passion was ignited on a backpacking trip in Great Smoky Mountains National Park while he was attending the University of Tennessee. That first foray unleashed a love of the outdoors that led Johnny to spend over 4,500 nights backpacking, canoe camping, and tent camping over the past three decades. Friends enjoyed his outdoor adventure stories; one even suggested he write a book. He pursued his friend's idea and soon parlayed his love of the outdoors into an occupation. The results of his efforts are over 75 books and guides. His writings include hiking guidebooks, camping guidebooks, paddling guidebooks, comprehensive guidebooks about a specific area, and books about true outdoor adventures throughout the eastern United States. Though primarily involved with book publications, Johnny writes for varied magazines and websites. He continues writing and traveling extensively throughout the United States, pursuing a variety of outdoor endeavors. Johnny is a Gideon and an active member of the First Presbyterian Church in Johnson City. His non-outdoor interests include reading, ancient and American history, and University of Tennessee sports.

Camping Skills Intro

Author Bio

Assembling Your Camping Group

Where to Go Tent Camping

Before You Go: Preparing for Your Camping Trip

Tents, Sleeping Bags, Pads, and Pillows

Camping Site Selection

Around the Campfire

Cooking and Food Storage

Water Sources/Purification

Animal Safety

Dealing with Bugs

Weather Safety

Camping Tech

When Nature Calls/Hygiene

Camping Etiquette

Camping with Kids

Camping with Your Dog

After Your Camping Trip

Tent Camping Checklist

Johnny's Top 10 Pieces of Camping Advice

How to Build a Fire