Camping / Survival Filters https://mrwatergeek.com/water/products/camping-survival-filters/ Unbiased, simplified water encyclopedia Thu, 13 Mar 2025 05:30:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://mrwatergeek.com/wp-content/uploads/MrWaterGeek_Logo-Droplet-128x150.png Camping / Survival Filters https://mrwatergeek.com/water/products/camping-survival-filters/ 32 32 The Biggest FLAW With Personal Water Filter Straws https://mrwatergeek.com/water-filter-straws/ https://mrwatergeek.com/water-filter-straws/#respond Mon, 10 Mar 2025 23:24:00 +0000 https://www.mrwatergeek.com/?p=5547 The Biggest FLAW With Water Filter Straws The main issue with using a personal water filter straw is how easy is it to suck water through? This might sound weird but making a heavy-weight filter straw is fairly easy to do but the stronger the filter is the more time it takes to filter and...

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]]> https://mrwatergeek.com/water-filter-straws/feed/ 0 11 Best Camping Water Bottles:My Top Picks https://mrwatergeek.com/best-camping-water-bottles/ https://mrwatergeek.com/best-camping-water-bottles/#comments Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.mrwatergeek.com/?p=28503 Whether spending a weekend under the stars or venturing deep into the backcountry for weeks on end, consistent access to clean drinking water is vital. Water bottles are especially crucial for camping trips, as they allow campers to conveniently carry the water they need to stay hydrated throughout each day’s activities.  However, not all water...

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]]> https://mrwatergeek.com/best-camping-water-bottles/feed/ 1 How to Sanitize Your Camper Water Tank: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide https://mrwatergeek.com/how-to-sanitize-your-camper-water-tank/ https://mrwatergeek.com/how-to-sanitize-your-camper-water-tank/#respond Mon, 28 Oct 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.mrwatergeek.com/?p=28490 Whether you’re embarking on a weekend camping trip or a month-long tour of National Parks across the American Southwest, having reliable access to clean, safe drinking water is essential for any RV excursion. While modern campers and recreational vehicles make it possible to enjoy outdoor recreation in remote locations far from home, it’s imperative that...

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]]> https://mrwatergeek.com/how-to-sanitize-your-camper-water-tank/feed/ 0 How to Choose the BEST Camping Water Heater: The Comprehensive Guide https://mrwatergeek.com/how-to-choose-the-best-camping-water-heater/ https://mrwatergeek.com/how-to-choose-the-best-camping-water-heater/#respond Mon, 21 Oct 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.mrwatergeek.com/?p=28472 Embracing the van-life and calling a camper van your home comes with countless rewards. Being able to wake up each day surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty and experiencing all the outdoor adventures the open road has to offer is truly a joy like no other. However, after a long day spent hiking through scenic trails,...

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]]> https://mrwatergeek.com/how-to-choose-the-best-camping-water-heater/feed/ 0 How to Winterize a Camper with a Water Filter: All You Need to Know https://mrwatergeek.com/how-to-winterize-a-camper-with-a-water-filter/ https://mrwatergeek.com/how-to-winterize-a-camper-with-a-water-filter/#respond Mon, 07 Oct 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.mrwatergeek.com/?p=28432 Winter is quickly approaching which means it’s time to start getting our campers ready for the colder months ahead. As temperatures drop, one of the most important preparations is to winterize your freshwater systems. While not all campers have identical water system setups, winterizing is an essential process for any RV with indoor plumbing! Today,...

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]]> https://mrwatergeek.com/how-to-winterize-a-camper-with-a-water-filter/feed/ 0 How to Filter Water for a Camping Trip 5 Ways https://mrwatergeek.com/how-to-filter-water-for-a-camping-trip/ https://mrwatergeek.com/how-to-filter-water-for-a-camping-trip/#comments Mon, 23 Sep 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.mrwatergeek.com/?p=28394 Nothing beats getting out into the great outdoors for a fun camping trip under the stars. From cozying up by the campfire to exploring new hiking trails, overnight adventures in nature are always a highlight. However, one aspect of camping that can potentially put a damper on any trip is accessing safe drinking water.  When...

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]]> https://mrwatergeek.com/how-to-filter-water-for-a-camping-trip/feed/ 2 Why EVERYONE Should Care About Polymer Dosing https://mrwatergeek.com/polymer-dosing/ https://mrwatergeek.com/polymer-dosing/#respond Fri, 19 Oct 2018 06:00:52 +0000 https://www.mrwatergeek.com/?p=10922 Why Should Everyone Care About Does Polymer Dosing Water Treatment? In simple terms, because it is very effective at purifying highly contaminated water. This includes swamp water and wastewater. A polymer is an large organic molecule. In wastewater treatment processes, polymers make all the particles join together and leave behind clean water. They do this...

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]]> https://mrwatergeek.com/polymer-dosing/feed/ 0 The Best Portable Water Filter And ALL Its FLAWS https://mrwatergeek.com/best-portable-water-filter/ https://mrwatergeek.com/best-portable-water-filter/#respond Tue, 03 Apr 2018 18:01:22 +0000 https://www.mrwatergeek.com/?p=6494 Best Portable Water Filter FLAWS You Should Know You should remembered that most of these portable water filters, if not all, have their limitations. 1. These are filters, not cleaners. However, they have the ability to filter 0.5 to 0.2 microns. They can also block some of the most common bacteria in water sources such...

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]]> https://mrwatergeek.com/best-portable-water-filter/feed/ 0 9 FOOLPROOF Survival Water Purification and Why They’re BAD https://mrwatergeek.com/survival-water-purification/ https://mrwatergeek.com/survival-water-purification/#comments Tue, 06 Mar 2018 01:19:02 +0000 https://www.mrwatergeek.com/?p=6794 Why All Survival Water Purification Methods are BAD… If the quality of the water is a big issue then you must use discretion and consider adding extra precautions. None of these homemade DIY filter methods come with any sort of guarantee. Nor is there any guarantee that these methods will protect you against harmful bacteria...

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]]> https://mrwatergeek.com/off-grid-water-filtration/feed/ 3 The Pros and Cons of Gravity Water Filters https://mrwatergeek.com/gravity-water-filters/ https://mrwatergeek.com/gravity-water-filters/#respond Mon, 08 Jan 2018 01:17:47 +0000 https://www.mrwatergeek.com/?p=6558 Pros and Cons of Gravity Water Filters Here is a list of the biggest advantages and disadvantages of gravity water filters. Cons You might sometimes find that there are parts that can be expensive to replace. So make sure you always handle the unit with care. Getting a very cheap gravity water filter may mean...

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]]> https://mrwatergeek.com/plants-that-filter-water/feed/ 0 Portable Desalination: The Biggest DIY PROBLEMS and Solutions https://mrwatergeek.com/portable-desalination/ https://mrwatergeek.com/portable-desalination/#comments Fri, 22 Dec 2017 04:00:43 +0000 https://www.mrwatergeek.com/?p=6525 The Biggest Problems of DIY Desalination There is very little doubt that DIY desalination can be effective. However, there are some potential issues that you should be aware of: A big draw back is the amount of time it takes. This issue is even more annoying when you consider that DIY methods only produce a...

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]]> https://mrwatergeek.com/portable-desalination/feed/ 2 DIY Water Filter: 5 Easy Ways And Why They’re All BAD https://mrwatergeek.com/diy-water-filter/ https://mrwatergeek.com/diy-water-filter/#respond Wed, 20 Dec 2017 04:30:32 +0000 https://www.mrwatergeek.com/?p=6499 How to Make a Homemade DIY Water Filter There are many different ways to make a homemade DIY water filter but this article will only highlight a few. The only common thing with all of them is that they are easy to do and include materials you can easily find at home. The following sections...

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]]> https://mrwatergeek.com/diy-water-filter/feed/ 0 DIY Water Filter: 5 Easy Ways And Why They're All BAD These are 5 of the quickest and easiest homemade DIY water filter methods. However, here is why you should ever rely on these methods. DIY water filter Do NOT Get or Use Well Water Before You Read This! https://mrwatergeek.com/well-water/ https://mrwatergeek.com/well-water/#comments Sat, 16 Sep 2017 22:51:41 +0000 https://www.mrwatergeek.com/?p=6007 Did you know that approximately 15% of US citizens living in America use a private well to access drinking water? More and more people are choosing to use a private well because of the freedom and control it gives them. It is an ideal source of water if you don’t trust your local authority to...

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