The origin of the iconic tipi tent The word tipi, also spelled teepee, comes from the Lakota word ‘thipi’ meaning dwelling. Dating back to the 1800s, the Native Americans would move regularly to different locations, and in each new location, would erect their tipi tent. Tipis were...
With summer on our doorstep, and lockdown restrictions easing across Victoria, outdoor dining is in demand more than ever. Many hospitality venues are looking to transform their outdoor spaces, footpaths and car parks to create more space for COVID-safe dining areas. If you're one of these...
We receive a lot of questions regarding mould – mostly about how to prevent it (we love proactive people) or how to get rid of it! We decided to create a blog with all of our mould information in one place as a resource for...
We are currently in the peak camping season here in Australia, but there’s a slight issue - we are all in isolation and can’t leave our houses! Although your holiday camping plans might be cancelled, there is a way to sleep under the stars and...
Sustainability is something we are truly passionate about here at Psyclone Tents, and we strive to help in any way we can to create an eco-friendly world. When we were contacted by fashion design student Isabelle Badr to supply some of our tent materials for a...
Camping is a great way to experience nature and all it has to offer. However, camping can often generate a lot of waste , and many people don’t leave their campsite the way they found it - which after time, can seriously damage Mother Nature. We’ve...
Jess Krause is a photographer, adventurer, creative director and bohemian styling extraordinaire from Queensland, Australia. We have been lucky enough to get the chance to chat with her about her top tips on planning a bohemian backyard party!...
When buying a bell tent for the first time you will hear that you have to 'weather it'. When you first buy a bell tent, there are little needle holes from the sewing of the tent that water could potentially get in. How do you...
Ever wonder where the first bell tents originated from? Instantly recognisable all over the world, bell tents have been used for thousands of years by Indigenous people. Flip through the pages of a history book and you’ll see that even the Byzantine empire used bell tent-shaped...
Natural, renewable and completely free to use, solar power is an ideal solution for campers wanting to experience the great outdoors, without sacrificing on those little luxuries. Access remote and wild locations while still keeping your devices charged with a little help from the sun....
