Pack and carry a survival kit on your person for the entire trip. A first aid kit, matches in a water tight container, a good knife, flares and tablet to purify water are some essentials to include. This survival kit may be what keeps you alive if you get lost and the items in it are indispensable in a survival situation. Never leave the kit behind, even for a short excursion.
Get everyone involved in choosing a campsite. This will make everyone feel invested. There are a lot of choices in the USA; it is hard to choose just one. If it simplifies things, pick four or five favorites and then give everyone a vote.
You are going camping outdoors, so expect that you will all be getting dirty. Setting the proper regulations in advance can help to combat this. Have fun on your trip and don't worry about getting messy; it happens. You can get cleaned up when you return home.
Pack a first aid kit. This kit will change depending on when and where you are camping but should always include the basics. Some extra emergency supplies like anti-venom may be included, too, depending on the types of wildlife you may encounter.
Take either a bandanna or handkerchief with you when you go camping. A bandana is very versatile and can be used as a blotter, potholder, mini-bag and more. You will find that you can use these in a lot of versatile ways, so bring one along when you're camping.
Even camping purists may find that having a small luxury item is a good thing. Whether this is a nice coffee creamer, or something as simple as candy, it will make you feel like you are at home. You can really feel good on your trip when you bring these food items.
A surprising tip you may not know about is that the lint from your dryer also doubles as great kindling for your camp fire. Start collecting lint from the filter in your tumble dryer several weeks before your camping adventure. To make it easy to collect dryer lint, simply hang a bag next to the dryer and fill with your lint. You can just go about your business after that.
Always bring ample food, and make sure you bring the right types. Depending on the length of your stay, you will want food that is not very perishable. Your camping trip will be ruined if you get food poisoning. Know what you're doing when it comes to food safety and take the proper precautions.
It is a good idea to have a cell phone that is fully charged in your car or base camp. You might want to bring an extra battery as well just in case your original runs low. A cellphone is a great way to get in touch with someone in case of an emergency so be sure yours isn't going to die.
Now that you took in the information stated above, you are ready to give camping a try. If you put the tips you found above to use, you will surely have a good time, no matter what comes your way. You will soon frequently enjoy the joys of camping.
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