I have always used a Coleman gas lantern. My dad bought it for me for Christmas about 20 yrs ago. Still goes strong. Some friends we camp with use a Coleman Northstar 2 mantle propane lantern. Talk about bright! She is deaf and reads lips, so in the evening light is a must for them.
I also have a Lee Valley kerosene. I light it up at the trailer door instead of the door light. Lasts all weekend on one fill of fuel. An added benefit is no bugs around the trailer when it's burning!
I will say, there is nothing like the soft glow of the coal oil in the background around the fire. We set one up at the biffy at hunting camp, burns all night so you can find your way.
Hurry up snow and melt already!!
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