Camping For Beginners - The Complete Checklist

Camping is a fun recreational activity that allows you to enjoy the outdoors, usually in the middle of all that Mother Nature has bid. People go camping in the forest, a national park, in the woods, near a river or lake, and can stay there for one or more nights. There is a private campground and privately owned by people who encourage campers to come and enjoy nature with them. A camping trip can be fun when well-organized.

There are many questions that you may want to ask for a new camper. Here is a list of common questions that every beginner's camp would ask. I would recommend not to take camping, until you get all your questions answered and understand what all the expected requirements.

Where Do I Camp?

There are two types of camping, public and private. Public camping offers a variety of places to choose from such as national parks, national forests, Bureau of Land Management Area, and state parks. Every one of these, in turn, has plenty of campsites to choose from. All of them, more or less, the same facilities such as toilets, hot water for showers, and the shopping areas; which is very helpful for beginners. You can get a list of different online campsite and it is always better to reserve a spot to camp first. It is not too expensive to camp at the site. They may charge anywhere between $ 10 to $ 25 dollars per night. Private campgrounds may or may not offer the facilities and they can charge more. In addition, they may allow only a limited number of existing camping on their land.

Another alternative is to set up a tent and camp in the hills or in the desert. However, you should be careful to find out if it is allowed in selected areas. In such a case, remember that there are no facilities such as laundry, toilets, or nearby camp store. You will need to bring all the basic necessities with you when you go camping. If your family is not comfortable being outside in a tent, you can always rent or buy a camping trailer and a good time camping in the wild.

What Carry Camping Equipment Do I?

The answer to this question will depend on where you are camping. If you are camping in the desert, you need to bring a tent from a  camping store, camping coolers for food and drinks, sleeping bags and pads, supplies such as charcoal and a spatula, kettle, cups, plates, spoons and a pot or two of cooking. You can buy all the camping gear at a sports store or Walmart. Do not buy expensive equipment like you have not experienced in taking care of them.

If you camp in a public campground, there is a good chance that you will get a grill or barbecue and cook all the ingredients of a camp store. Additionally, you will have to bring other needs such as clothing, tents, sleeping bags, out of the house with you.

What Clothes Do I Carry While Camping?

Make sure that you wear a full sleeve while camping. It is important to bring some sweaters with you so that you are protected in case it becomes cold at night in the forest. It is better to take some extra change of clothes with you. rain gear is also important, so be sure to bring a poncho and an umbrella. You also will want to have plenty of extra socks; in case you are wearing wet.

How To Set Up A camp?

While the set up your tent, you have to consider many things. Pitching a tent in high places is important, but make sure that you do not choose a place on the slopes. It would be best to choose a place close to water sources such as springs to avoid wasting time in getting water. While looking for the two conditions above in setting up your tent, also looking for shade to protect you during the day. Ensure that you have sufficient area to cook your food.

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