For Hunting, Fishing And Camping (NAPS)—With winter fast approaching, outdoor enthusiasts are gearing up for hunting andice fishing. Traditional hunting camps andice fishing shanties have gone hi-tech with the use of phones, tablets, TVs, fish finders and microwaves—poweredby portable generators. A quiet, lightweight, portable generator can make your outdoor adventures more fun and more comfortable. According to the experts at Honda Power Equipment, which produces some of the quietest, most dependable generators, most first-time generator buyers purchase a model basedstrictly on how manywatts they can getfor the least amountof money. “Getting the most from a portable generator at your favorite outdoor activity starts with estimating real needs and electrical requirements,” said Tom Pernice, Honda Power Equipment. For key applications such aslights, refrigerators and battery charging, a 1,000-watt generator is a good choice. When powering appliances such as heaters, hair dryers, Crock-Potsand toasters, select a 2,000-watt model. When it comes to powering multiple devices, consider a 3,000-watt (or larger) generator. More information is available at http://pow erequipment.honda.com/generators/ wattage-calculator. “Beyond basic power requirements, there are other factors to consider when choosing a generator,” added Pernice. Evaluate features such as quiet operation, running times, portability, an easy-starting engine and inverter technology (providing stable, consistent power).
