Announcement of the July offline event "Starting a tent hiking trip with Big Agnes and Arata" [Recommended for beginners]

Friday, June 13, 2025

Written by Yasushi Hisatomi

Last weekend, we went on a two-day, one-night trip to Okuchichibu, Mt. Kinpu and Mt. Mizugaki, as part of a membership-planned tent camping event in cooperation with NEMO called "Let's all start a tent camping hike with NEMO."

Due to the large number of applicants, the event was planned to be held over two weeks, but unfortunately the previous week was postponed due to bad weather, and it was in jeopardy that this week's event would also be cancelled, but fortunately there was no rain for a moment, and everyone was able to safely and enjoyably experience their first tent camping experience at NEMO. Anyway, thank you to all the participants for your hard work, and thank you NEMO!

Event Detail Report

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The next tent camping challenge will be held on July 5th and 6th! Let's camp in a tent with Big Agnes and Arata's gear!
Collaborating brand 1: Big Agnes
Collaborating brand 2: Arata
Other items available for loan from Outdoor Gearzine
Number of participants and recruitment quota
Location (candidate)
Participation fee
Regarding the equipment you need to prepare
Please be aware in advance
Please enter your participation using this application form

The next tent camping challenge will be held on July 5th and 6th! Let's camp in a tent with Big Agnes and Arata's gear!

Building on the momentum of the successful completion of the first event, we would like to hold the second event!

Sorry, the next date is so close!

July 5th to July 6th, 2025 (Saturday and Sunday)

It will be!

↓↓If you would like to participate↓↓

Enter the "First Tent Camping Challenge (July)"

*The event will be held if only temporary rain is expected, but will be cancelled if there is severe weather

In any case, if the event is cancelled due to weather or other reasons, we will notify you by email by 12:00 on the Friday before the event

Collaborating brand 1: Big Agnes

Big Agnes is a hugely popular tent brand in North America, along with NEMO. This season, the lineup has been updated, making them even easier to use

This tent is not easily accessible in Japan, so why not take this opportunity to try it out for yourself?

Collaborating brand 2: Arata

It goes without saying that arata is a popular brand at Outdoor Gearzine. They are an up-and-coming Japanese tent brand, and the AX series released last season was very well-received. To be precise, in arata's case, Outdoor Gearzine will be lending out their arata tent and mat, but if you'd like to try using an arata tent, why not give it a try?

Other items available for loan from Outdoor Gearzine

【tent】

DURSTON X-Dome 1+
HCS VB-11
Heritage HI-REVO (1-seater)
HILLEBERG ACT
HILLEBERG Souro
NEMO Hornet Elite Ozmo 1P
Arai Tent SL Dome
Big Sky Glacier 1.5P Tent

*If you are interested in other lightweight shelters such as the "DURSTON X-Mid Pro1", please ask

【mattress】

Rab Ultrasphere 4.5
Rab Ionosphere 5
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir X Thermo (old model)

*We also have other closed-cell mats available, so please ask if you have any preferences

[Sleeping bag]

ENLIGHTENED EQUIPMENT Revelation 850 -6°C
ISUKA Air Plus 450
Montbell Dry Seamless Down Hugger 900 #1
FREELIGHT wrapta 3.5
NANGA Aurora Light 450DX
Sea To Summit Spark-1C
Rab Mythic Ultra 180 (old design)
PAJAK RADICAL
Hyperlite Mountain Gear 20-Degree Quilt
Zpacks 30F Classic Sleeping Bag

Please wait for the announcement for more details!

Number of participants and recruitment quota

Entries are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis for each date. Applications will close once the maximum number of participants has been reached. If there are any cancellations, we will make an announcement accordingly

Minimum number of applicants: 2 people

Maximum number of recruits: around 8 people

Location (candidate)

*Please note that reservations are not yet available for the tent sites, so you may not be able to select one

>Aomoso or Takamiishi Hut or Kuroyuri Hut Tent site (Shirakome Pond) or Tengudake
Oren Hut campsite to Mount Iodake
Mount Kinpu from the Fujimi-daira hut campsite
From Fukuchanso to Daibosatsu Pass

The above is a current assumption, and it is possible that the route will not be as described here. The key is to choose a route that does not require too much walking to the campsite, where the weather and conditions at the campsite are not too harsh, where it is easy to accommodate a large group, and where the climbing route itself is not too difficult

Please also note that the route may change at the last minute depending on the members and weather

We plan to hold advance online meetings with those who have registered to provide advice on the location and details, as well as advice on preparing for camping and what to bring

Matches include:

People who have done day hikes and stayed in huts up until now, but would like to try camping in a tent (but have not been able to take the plunge on their own)
People who have been camping in tents on their own until now, but want to learn practical tips for camping in tents from experienced people, such as tips on choosing equipment, how to pitch a tent, and detailed camping know-how
People who want to try camping in a tent

As always, the details can be adjusted as desired by the members. If you would like to sleep under a tarp or in a hammock, you are free to do so (at your own risk). We will do our best to support anyone who wants to try camping in this way, so we welcome everyone who wants to take this opportunity to try camping in their own way!

Participation fee

Participation is conditional on joining the "Standard Plan" membership (1,000 yen/month)

Once you join, you can participate in any event of that month for free, so please join us!

(If you are already a member, it is free. If you are not a member, please join by the day of the event.)

Regarding the equipment you need to prepare

Basically, we would like each person to bring their own tent equipment for a two-day, one-night stay

However, this time, to make it possible for people who have not yet purchased camping equipment cooperating brands and Outdoor Gearzine will provide support so that people can participate even if they do not have camping equipment.

So, as long as you bring the bare minimum of " day hiking gear, including the gear you will wear, and food and drink, " you'll be fine. If you don't have a backpack large enough for camping, we can lend you one by the day of the hike if you let us know in advance.

Please be aware in advance

Please note that this event is not a guided tour, and participants must participate at their own risk. Outdoor Gearzine and Lotus Co., Ltd. will not be held responsible for any injuries, illnesses, or accidents that occur during the event

However, we will of course provide full support to ensure you have a safe tent camping experience, so please rest assured about that

Please enter your participation using this application form

There are still some details to be decided, but if you are interested, please apply using the entry form below! It's first come, first served, so apply early!

↓↓If you would like to participate↓↓

Enter the "First Tent Camping Challenge (July)"

Of course, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us

↓↓For any questions, please use the Outdoor Gearzine inquiry form↓↓

Outdoor Gearzine Contact Form

If you'd like to try camping in a tent, please feel free to join us! Stay tuned for more announcements!