The Stonebridge Folding Lantern – The Vintage Light That Helped Spark a Conservation Movement

Step back into the golden age of classic camping with the 1900 Stonebridge Folding Lantern—an ingenious piece of outdoor gear that lit the way for soldiers, naturalists, and conservationists alike. In this video, we explore the fascinating story behind this collapsible lantern, its unique design, and how its inventor, Charles H. Stonebridge, was connected to the early conservation movement.
For fans of classic camping and early 20th-century outdoor life, the Stonebridge Folding Lantern is more than just a piece of gear—it’s a symbol of the golden era of woodcraft.