Camping Hints and TipsIf you are after camping hints and tips the you have come to the right place. Do you want to go camping but are unsure of what camping equipment, tents etc to take or exactly where to start? Even when "the kids" were little we always spent a lot of time camping. From this experience we have listed a bit of information here about choosing the right tent and other camping equipment to help you get started. These are our top camping hints and tips. Camping Hints #1: PREPARING FOR A CAMPING HOLIDAY Make a list covering everything that you will need, and may be unable to obtain locally on your holiday. This will vary depending on the type of holiday you plan. For instance it is advisable to carry an emergency kit (with high energy food, compass, matches and whistle) if intending to walk in remote areas. Whatever your destination, pack sufficient sleeping and cooking gear, basic foods, water containers, first aid kit, tool kit lighting and suitable clothing. Camping hints #2: CHOOSING A SUITABLE TENT Your choice of tent will depend on how many people wish to sleep in the tent and the type of holiday it is required for. A small A-shape tent is ideal for the motorcyclist or backpacker and will sleep two in relative comfort. Larger, wall tents are designed to accommodate whole families and provide enough room for living as well as sleeping. Take a tent with a sewn-in groundsheet if you are camping in cold areas, A tent with a separate groundsheet can be pitched over uneven terrain such as rocks or bushes. Tents may come with either an external or an internal frame. A tent with an external frame has more space inside and is easier to erect. Two innovative tent shapes are the igloo and the cylinder-shape. They are ideal for the snow or for rough weather conditions. Camping Hints #3: SELECTING BEDDING EQUIPMENT Decide where you plan to use your sleeping bag (in cold or warm conditions), as there are different construction techniques, fillings and shapes. Beds range from nothing, to a thin bit of foam to air mattresses (ideal for cold conditions and very comfortable) to collapsible camp beds with aluminium frames and everything inbetween.
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Camping Hints #4: CAMPING EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES The style of camping you choose and whether you drive to your camping area will determine your list of camping equipment and accessories. Check our Camping Hints Checklist for items you may want to include... RELATED INFORMATION Contact Us here if you want any more information, or if this appears all too hard you can always book one of our tours where we do all the work for you.
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