IntenseAngler's "Tip Of The Week", Episode 21. A quick compilation of camping, backpacking, and outdoor related tips and tricks. I've used these little tricks over the years while camping and have wanted to share some of them for awhile... they're just a bit too "small" to dedicate a full video to each of them. So after a little debate, I decided to compile them into a quick series for a full length TOTW video. The 5 tips and tricks covered here run the gamut from: Instant relief from the itch of mosquito bites, to how to keep the ice in your cooler longer without the usual soggy mess, to a simple trick to avoid tripping over your tent or tarp's guy-lines. There's really nothing earth shattering in any of these tips, but I hope that one or two of them may be useful to some of you...
Are you prepared to go camping? Whether or not you would like to go for an overnight adventure or plan to stay a week, there's some basic information you need. The info from this article can take some stress from your shoulders. Ensure that the sleeping bag that you bring camping is right for the weather. You don't want to sweat all night cause you bought a sleeping bag that's suitable for winter in the middle of this summer. If you are likely to bring a light bag in the winter, you might end up freezing and having a miserable time. You could even develop hypothermia or frostbite if it's very cold. Keep in mind that whatever you bring camping will get dirty on your journey. While baby wipes can be used to help for some level of cleanliness, anticipate that people will get filthy. Be prepared for it and accept it. Enjoy being in the woods and let yourself let loose and be messy. There's plenty of time for showers and being super clean when you're home again. Don't be hesitant to pack too much for your children. Camping can become very messy and dirty once you bring your kids. The dirt is like a magnet that pulls your kids to the mess. Expect them to be shades of filthy as the day moves on. As you can not do much to stop that, you can at least provide clean clothes, provided that you brought additional. Bear in mind, always be well prepared! Setup your camp before nightfall. If you are in an RV, park it safely. If you have a tent, find the best plot of land you're going to use. Doing this until night comes around will let you become accustomed to your environment. It will also allow preventing the frustration of not being able to view while establishing your gear. Before you camp in a brand new location, you should familiarize yourself with the local risks and risks. This refers to matters like dangerous fauna, climate, and geography. Each camping area has its own dangers. Make sure and give kids a thorough explanation of exactly what camping is all about and involves, before hauling them off on a possibly dangerous adventure. Ensure your children know what poison ivy and poison oak look like, what to do if they get lost or stumble upon wildlife. If camping is new for you, begin somewhere nearby. You could have problems with your equipment, or you may find you do not like camping. Perhaps you'll run low on food or never have sufficient clothing with you. There could be a lot of reasons why you have to finish your trip early, therefore keeping your first trip close to home can save plenty of headaches. Bringing everything you require for the trip is vital. If you forget an essential item, it can ruin the holiday. Making a list and checking things off is a fantastic way to remember everything. A number of things that you probably should pack include a sleeping bag, tent, knife, food, soap, and plenty of water. You should now know how to plan and prepare yourself for your next excursion. It's clear there are things which require planning to get a stay in the wild regardless of the duration of time the adventure. When you start your planning this day for your next excursion, you'll camp subsequently enjoying your preparations. |
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