Hanging light bucket

[hankaye]

Howdy All;

I'm reminded that Light works both ways.. It may allow you to see what's
out there, however, it also allows others to see what ya got where it is and
how well it is/or is not secured.
When it's time to empty the dog (Rascal), for the night I never take a
flashlight with us. The streetlamps are spread out but there is enough
light for us...

hankaye

[Freebirdusa]

wow.....I never knew that campers decorative lights bothered people. I personally I think it looks pretty good to see all of the different ideas that campers choose to do. We normally just hang some dim lights on the awning to be able to see each other at dark. The down side is if a storm creeps up on us its a hassle to hurry and get the row of lights down to be able to roll in the awning. If you knew me , you would know that I dont like to be the guy that ruins anyones pleasure time. But I understand where some of you guys are coming from. I have seen some rigs lit up so much that its over kill. Im not offended by any comments on this thread. after losing 2 family members in 9/11 I havent experienced anything anywhere close that can bother me as much as that does. Happy camping guys. enjoy life and the outdoors while you are able. Its not healthy to let another person or persons get to you.

[flybouy]

Originally Posted by mikell

Last weekend we were at a gathering that had limited power and the weather was cool so no AC needed. The first night a guy about 100 feet away had a very loud generator running all night and every light on the outside on. When someone asked why, it was for security. He wasn't happy the next night when security people showed up at 10:15 and told him to shut down for the night. But at 6:01 he fired it up and turned all his lights on again.

If someone is that scared then they shouldn't be camping. I've never had anything taken at a campground and rarely lock my doors. My security? Buddy & Brodey (our Britney Spaniels) and my 2 closest friends Smith & Wesson.

[Milehi]

Not to mention those bucket lights ruin it for the surrounding campers, just like a BIG spot light in your eyes. I'm against them personally. Just my 2 cents worth.

[Pawpod]

Being one who also hates high intensidey lighting on a TT we got LED rope lighting in red. Red does not ruin your night vision and we hope they aren't too bright. Still have to try them out.

[schwalbach]

Red looks Fabulous! I put them under the chassis also

See Pictures

[KJcachers]

Try a 7.5 watt night light bulb in the bucket light, gives off a soft glow.

[Dadstoy]

I usually dont run a bunch of lights in a campground, but I do have night lights at home around my barns. I like to see what I'm shooting at.

[suza]

Originally Posted by hankpage

As Festus2 would say "Google is your friend". I Googled ... hanging light bucket and got this website on how to make it. All it is supposed to be is a waterproof lamp to light up your campsite and act as more dry storage when traveling. I'm not that sure what the appeal is in hanging a bucket in a tree and then light it up so everyone can see my tacky choice of decorations at nighttime also.
I go most of the summer barefoot, I drive a truck, belong to the NRA, I listen to country music, My son owns a coonhound and two Jeeps but I guess I am not Redneck enough for a "Bucket Light". JM2¢, Hank

I hope I did not offend anyone ... just that my opinion gets me in trouble all the time.

LOL from me!

[Htfiremedic]

Just for the record.....My name is Steve and I am a redneck....
We own several of the bucket lights, various colors, to be festive of course.
They are simple and easy to make. A trouble light, a fluorescent bulb and a tube of sealastic. I sealed all of the open points to keep water out of the electrical and it works well. We use it to light the lake edge to help find our camp sight after dark. Usually on the SC/GA line.