We are new to the camping scene and were wondering if there are any good suggestions for us, ex: places to camp, things to bring, how to avoid a terrible experience...
2006-09-10 03:12:32 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Other - United States
We went camping for the first time this year as well. My tips -
1. Just try out 1 night at first - it will be easier to handle.
2. Take plenty of warm blankets - nights outdoors can be cold!
3. Make a camping list and pass it around to friends who have done it to review - they may add tips, suggestions
4. Going out with another family helps - you can do dinner and they do breakfast - that way it is easier on you and more fun as well.
Some items from my list -
tarp, tent, camping chairs, sleeping bags. blankets, bug repellant, first aid kit, flashlight, propane stove, match sticks, saucepan, frying pan, firewood, lighter fluid, dish soap, scrubber, paper plates and cutlery, cups, bowls, napkins, paper towels, aluminium foil, clingwrap, knives, chopping board, trash bags, toilet paper, BBQ tools, kettle, serving spoons, ladles, sunscreen, towels, baby wipes (which are useful for almost everything!), icebox, salt n pepper and any food & drink items that you prefer.
Try borrowing the major items from friends if you can - you may get an idea of how it is and then decide if you want to do it more often. We loved it.
And finally good luck!
2006-09-10 03:30:12 · answer #1 · answered by estee06 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well KOA camps are usually real nice. If you are tent camping I'd suggest getting a campsite with electricity and running water. Also most KOA camps some kind of activity on the weekends. Make sure you bring food and drinks. Also bring something to do in case the weather turns bad. Also most KOA camps have bathrooms and showeres. There are books available at the bookstore that have campsites listed. I hope you enjoy yourselves.
2006-09-10 03:21:29 · answer #2 · answered by Marenight 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I go along with estee and marenight. Make your checklist as simple as possible, including the food. For equipment, brand name lasts longer. Pick an established campground to begin with. Do your homework via the 'net and also check with others you know. Have everyone share in camp responsibilities - meal set up, clean up, etc.
2006-09-11 17:11:08 · answer #3 · answered by woodchucker392 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure to take plenty of tent pegs! Some always get bent when you're setting up and it makes putting the tent up very tricky if you don't have spares.
2006-09-10 03:15:35 · answer #4 · answered by Skymir 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a tent is useful when you are camping
2006-09-10 03:18:30 · answer #5 · answered by Edward B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Brind toilet paper with you and Never squat in a bush.
2006-09-10 03:19:28 · answer #6 · answered by S.A.M. Gunner 7212 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋