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23
Nov

Gourmet Camping Cooking Equipment

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When our family is on a camping trip, we eat in style because we use gourmet quality camping cooking equipment.In camping, nothing can be worse than being in the middle of nowhere and then realizing you forgot your wok, for the many stir fries you planned on cooking
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22
Nov

Camping – Quality Family Time

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It’s been about 6 years now since my husband and I discussed the idea of camping. We were expecting our third child and I was going to become a stay home mom. There were several obstacles to overcome with the impending drop in our income but there was also a concern about how we would be able to have quality family time with 3 children that was also affordable. The discussion of camping kept coming up over and over again.Camping is a great way to lodge near or within some of the most economical and quality activities this country offers. A tent site within Acadia National Park in Maine can be had for about $15/night! Within the park is free hiking, biking, swimming and ranger led tours for adults and children. (well, free to the extent that you pay federal taxes that pay for these parks). There are many private campgrounds on Mt. Desert Island (where Acadia is located) which can provide more amenities, if you so desire. Even these campgrounds provide awesome deals when you can get an ocean view or ocean side site for under
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30
Oct

What Camping Gear Do You Need?

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If there is one activity where it’s vitally important to plan how much you pack and what you pack, it’s camping. Packing too much is a common mistake campers make, as it means more to carry, sometimes long distances to a camp site or on hiking expeditions. The golden rule when planning a camping expedition is making sure that your gear is lightweight; it will be easier to convey and if you plan it well you can readily bring everything you need.Importantly, part of your task is to make sure that everything you need is in working order. Before you start to pack you need to lay out all your camping equipment so you can see all items you are taking with you on your trip. Make sure everything is functional. Second, ensure that everything you have selected is absolutely essential. Check every piece of equipment in your expedition pack. If you doubt you will use it, leave it.Camping expeditions often involve prolonged hikes and this will take its toll if you are overloaded with nonessential items. With some expeditions lasting for several weeks, you must be
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02
Oct

Camping For Beginners

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A beginner should first try car camping before venturing into the back-country with everything they need on their backs. The reason for this is that it is easier and a lot safer compared to backpacking. Car camping is a good way to practice for backpacking. Like they say, learn to walk before you can run.The following camping tips will help you get started:1. Research Don’t just choose any campsite to camp in, choose one that you would like. Do some research and when you’ve got what you want, go and make a reservation. You can just drive to a campground and check in but there’s no guarantee you’ll get a spot. There are a lot of campgrounds available and most of them are listed on the internet.If you need to shower, make sure the campground has shower facilities or carry your own portable camp shower. Different campground also cater for a variety of experiences including hiking, island camping, boating, beaches, areas with picnic tables and more.Your main goal in your research is to go for a campground where you’ll have as much fun as possible and one
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