Camping Lovers Guide

Ultralight to lightwieght backpacking gear part 1

If you like to hike or trek over 20 miles in a day you will know how the weight of the gear you carry with you is a very significant factor. Experiences hikers, trekkers and backpackers know that to reduce the weight of your gear you need to concentrate on the three main items: your sleeping bag, shelter and the backpack itself.

So you will want to leave your huge 10 pound tent and snug 5 pound sleeping bag at home and get yourself the lightest backpack you can find.

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You may find it hard to believe but there are some really good lightweight backpacks that weigh less than four ounces. That's no exaggeration. Most bags like this will have a capacity of around 1500 to 1800 cubic inches which will enable you to carry about 15 pounds of equipment. This should be enough for your lightweight sleeping bag, a tarpaulin for some shelter, a basic first aid kit and some energy food. And some water of course.

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When going on a camping trip, it is essential that you have enough supplies to last the duration of your trip. If you want your camping trip to run smoothly, like clockwork, then it is almost essential that you learn how to make a camping checklist. A checklist will allow you to be prepared for your trip and minimize the chance of forgetting important items. Unfortunately it's often very hard to buy the items you have forgotten when you arrive at your camping destination. Or you can buy them but you wind up paying a very high price for the items).

1. Make The Master List

The most basic way to create a checklist is simply to get out a piece of paper and start listing the items you'll need to take on your trip. For this we recommend a lined piece of paper. It's important to take the checklist with you on your next trip and add to it. It may take a couple trip to get the checklist just right. But once it's right you are set for future trips.

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We all love a family camping trip in the summer. We make plans to hit our favorite camping destination where you can fish, swim and sit around a campfire in the evenings. Summer is the premiere time for a camping vacation. Or so many people think.

More and more couples are taking camping trips in the fall months to take advantage of lower campsite costs, smaller crowds and cooler weather. Many campsites reduce their fees after Labor Day, making fall camping less expensive than summer camping, an especially nice savings during the current economic times. Because school has started, there are fewer kids and teenagers camping in the fall, making the campgrounds a little quieter for young and old couples to have a relaxing, and maybe romantic trip. The nights are often chillier as well, offering the perfect opportunity to snuggle up under a warm blanket with a friend or loved one. Plus, the scenery during the fall can’t be beat. The greens of summer turn into vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows.

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It doesn't get much better than enjoying nature on a camping trip. Being able to enjoy the thrills that nature can provide and creating memories that will last a lifetime make this type of adventure one of the best But to make sure there isn't anything that will spoil your camping trip, it would be wise to identify and bring along the necessary camping gear items. Many times, forgetting to bring the necessary camping gear can turn your fun camping trip into a nightmare. So make sure you have accounted for all of the most important camping gear items before leaving for your next camping trip.

Finding The Gear That You Will Need

As you prepare for your next camping trip, be sure to tailor the type of camping gear towards the type of trip you are planning. But to plan a successful camping trip, there are a few critical camping gear items that must be brought. A sample of these items include a tent, sleeping bags, and of course, cooking utensils. If you are going to be camping in rough terrain, you may also want to take along a bed or a few hammocks.

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As an Eagle Scout, former Junior Assistant Scoutmaster and camp staff employee, some of my fondest memories were the outdoor adventures we had as a young man. But I also learned that ANYTHING can happen in the outdoors. The Scout motto (Be Prepared) is very good advice. And I'm here to tell you: if you go outdoors, you need to take along a good camping first aid kit.

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Most people think that when they go camping or hiking they can just grab the first aid kit or box of band-aids from the hall cupboard and that will suffice. Wrong! What if you are out-of-doors and someone falls and breaks their leg? What if you are bitten by a poisonous snake? What if someone gets a bad chill or frostbite? Your little home first aid kit will not have what you need during these medical emergencies. No, you need a CAMPING or OUTDOOR first aid kit.

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While you're away from home on your camping vacation, remember that safety and first aid becomes even more important. Accidents can happen during your camping trip that you may have to deal and being prepared for cuts, scrapes and injuries is very important, as well as knowing what to do in case of an emergency.

Every camper should have a first aid kit and survival aids packed alongside their tents and coolers, and it's a wise thing to know something about handling injuries and the people that are suffering from them.

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When you go camping, you want to have a fun time. You don't want to have a never ending list of problems to deal with. Well, at least I doubt you do.

Following are helpful tips to ensure a great time in the great outdoors. If you follow these tips, you're much more likely to have a great trip.

Start by making a checklist so that you won't forget anything. Nothing can mess up a camping trip like forgetting an important item.

Remember hygiene items like toothbrushes, soap, shampoo, toilet tissue, etc. Baby wipes are another really convenient item to have on-hand. Don't take more than you need, though, as they are heavy.

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Preparation is the key for a happy camping

Planning and preparation are the key factors of a happy camping. There is no doubt that relaxing in wild nature is the primary idea behind camping. Spending a day away from routine surroundings will definitely unwind any one from day to day stress. But wild nature includes unexpected dangers also. So safety is the key to happiness in any camping.

The following precautions will help to have a happy camping trip.

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Tips For Hiking Solo

Getting out into the wilderness for a couple of days of hiking and camping can be invigorating, and provide some time for some down time. Having a light weight 2 person tent can be very advantageous. Going solo, or with a friend, hiking into the woods with a backpack, tent, sleeping bag, and a few basics can create lots of tremendous memories. There are some very basic rules that you need to observe for both your own safety and that of the environment.

1. Choose The Correct Equipment

What equipment you take with you will determine the success of your camping trip. A 2 man tent is a great way to go backpacking light. Often if you have another person, a two man tent isn't big enough for both of you and your gear. This is especially true if your hiking companion is very tall or rather large. If you are going to be solo hiking a two person tent is perfect for holding you and your gear.

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