NBC TODAY: Camping

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This summer millions of Americans will spend the night camping out in one of our nation?s state and national parks, leaving behind the comforts of home. But there's "roughing it?, and then there?s ?roughing it?. BestStuff?s own Corey Greenberg shows some great new camping gadgets.



Celsyus Chair Lounger Celsyus Convertible Chair Lounger
Padded armrests instantly convert into backpack straps freeing up your hands to carry other camping essentials. The chair features adjustable tension controls for arm rests enabling users to personalize fit and the foam pillow adjusts providing support and comfort for back and neck. The breathable nylon mesh seat allows wet bathing suits to dry quickly. Under seat mesh pouch provides storage for the protective nylon cover or beverages. Also features cup holders for your drinks. $40. www.bigbangproducts.com




Angler Pack Angler Pack
First of its kind backpack tacklebox holds up to 25 pounds of tackle and has the versatility of a soft-side bag and offers the hands free benefit of a backpack. It features 4 medium-sized plastic tackle boxes, a built-in rod holder, wet/dry pockets for fish, rags or water bottles and a large separate top storage section for clothes, reels, food, or additional tackle boxes. Backpack is made of 600 Denier nylon, with S shaped padded shoulder straps, Velcro harnesses to secure load and padded back to reduce load fatigue. $60. www.anglersports.com




Brunton Multi-Navigation System Brunton Multi-Navigation System
This advanced navigational system combines an altimeter, barometer, digital compass, clock and a 12-parallel GPS receiver into a single instrument. It provides low power GPS/Compass navigation for expeditions in the backcountry using only 2 AA batteries. Its compass makes navigation possible in an emergency low battery situation, and when satellites are out of view, a StraightHome button provides one press to get you straight back to your starting position. Its barometer provides a 36-hour weather trend. The MNS is a waterproof receiver with outstanding performance in extreme conditions. Cool options include: a Vehicle Attachment installs in most vehicles and MNS PC, a planning tool for the PC includes Global Map Planner and cable. $400. www.brunton.com




Coleman Oryx 2 Coleman Oryx 2 Dome Tent
Classic three-season dome tent for two. Features a two-pole rectangular dome with a D-door and a back window. Floor size is 88 by 56 inches, providing 34.2 square feet of living space. Pack weight is 5lbs. 3oz. $2102. www.coleman.com




Coleman Dakota 6 Coleman Dakota 6 Condo- style Tent
This 15 by 7-foot dome hybrid offers optional three-room privacy, with 3 doors with screens & rain covers. Sleeps 6. A large main room in the center is flanked by sleeping, changing quarters on either side. A full rain fly and awning/storm door provides excellent protection from cloudburst and driving rainstorms. Three large screen doors allow refreshing air circulation and ventilation options on mild or warm days. A clever four-pole system makes this shelter surprisingly quick and easy to set up and take down while providing protection from strong winds. $300. www.coleman.com




The Growing Bear The Growing Bear Sleeping Bag by Tough Traveler
Sleeping bag for kids- snugly fits kids from ages 4-10. As your child grows you add pieces. Well-made and water-resistant. $148. www.toughtraveler.com



Aero Minute Bed Aero Minute Bed
All-terrain bed inflates in less than a minute and deflates in 15 seconds. Ni-Cd rechargeable pump weighs less than one pound and inflates the Minute Bed 8 times on a single charge. Features 9? pillow for neck and head support. Comes with deluxe tote bag. Twin $80, Queen $120. www.aerobed.com




Grill-n-Chill Grill-N-Chill
An all-in-one package consisting of a charcoal grill and cooler with a storage unit between the two. It features a high quality Brinkman charcoal grill and a 48 QT. Coleman cooler. Also equipped with a 15? telescoping flagpole to display your favorite team's colors and fold down cedar tables on both ends to provide more cooking area. Complete with center storage compartment with cedar door, front utensil holders, crankdown scissor legs with castor wheels for easy mobility once removed from vehicle. Hitch attachment with plug-in taillight for easy mobility on vehicle, and bottle opener. Prices start at $995. www.grill-n-chill.com.




Peeps Peep S'mores
Corey will make this classic camping treat using Marshmallow Peeps, that's right, Peeps! www.marshmallowpeeps.com




Titanium Spork Titanium Spork
Multipurpose camping utensil can be all things! It can be used like a spoon for liquids, like a fork to jab food, and its side cuts foods. $11. www.snowpeak.com




Cup.pour.ri Cup.pour.ri
Never have instant coffee again, even while camping. This spoon-like plastic device measures and holds a tablespoon of your favorite gourmet ground coffee (or loose tea) inside a chamber with two sides of plastic mesh. Immerse it in a cup of hot water (or can be heated in microwave) and it produces a perfect, freshly brewed cup of coffee. $8.50 including coffee pack. www.coffeegizmo.com