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Adam Wildon asked:


Are you feeling the call of the “great outdoors?” Spring and summer are right around the corner; the height of camping season. For a nature enthusiast, there’s nothing finer than camping in a national park, state park or designated recreation area. Whether your camping world consists of the mountains, deserts, ocean areas or the rolling prairies, America’s glory truly comes to life when you actually live it! Experienced campers know all the best places and have their favorites when it comes time to pitch their tents. If you’re a novice camper, or have only limited experience in camping, here are some tips to be aware of.

First, if you have friends who are expert campers, ask if you can tag along on their next outing into the world of nature. Ask questions, watch what they do and how they do it, and learn the “do’s and don’ts” of camping. Learn about designated campgrounds, campfire safety, hiking routes to campsites, reading topographical maps, making your campsite bear-proof, and weather safety.

Then, put yourself into the hands of an outfitter’s store or web site who specializes in camping equipment and safety. This is a great time to ask your camper friend to accompany you or browse the web with you. All camping gear is not created equal! You’ll want the best quality and safest gear you can afford that will be with you for many years of outdoor recreation and not fall apart or malfunction when you need it the most.

Depending upon your campsite location, you’ll need the following basic gear: a backboard that straps around your shoulders and stows all your camping gear, an all-weather waterproof tent(s) with a plastic floor-liner to keep you from sleeping on wet or cold ground, kerosene lanterns, flashlights, a “bear bag” that you’ll hang from a tree to keep your food supplies safe from hungry bears, raccoons and other night scavengers, fire-starting material, and light-weight cooking gear if you’re planning a campout of more than two days. About water purifying tablets: never drink from natural rivers, lakes, streams, or ponds! Nature’s water contains bacteria that seriously upsets non-immune human gastrointestinal systems. Unless you want to share your camping trip with a nasty case of diarrhea, treat all water with a purification tablet before you drink it.

Don’t forget necessities like sleeping bags, toilet paper, soap, food prep materials, clothing that can be worn in layers in cold weather, comfortable hiking boots, a sturdy hat, sunscreen, and insect repellant. “Bear bells” can be attached to your backboard or walking stick; bears hear and smell you long before you see each other. Use bells or conversation with your companions, and bears will go out of their way to avoid you. Learn what to do if you should have a sudden, aggressive encounter with a charging bear. A steadfast rule in the camping world is to never have a visual “stare down” with a bear, wolf, or mountain lion; they take this as a challenge and could get you seriously hurt or killed.

Got dogs? Leave them home when you go camping. They naturally attract the attention of predators. If you’re planning to fish or hunt, make sure you have a license to do so and learn your wilderness area’s regulations on fishing gear and firearms.

By following these simple rules and steps, your camping experiences will be adventures of a lifetime!



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Mari milian asked:


During summer, people will have a lot of time in their hands. It will be really pity to spend time “vegetating” at home without doing anything. In order to maximize your time and energy, you can learn a new skill. Dancing is one of the skills that you can try; sign up in a summer dance camp. A summer dance camp is essentially a program in which its key aim is to teach the students various dance styles. There are different dance camps that offer programs focusing on detailed dance styles. Some even offer an entire bunch of dancing styles in single summer dance camp program.

There are many kinds of dance styles which dance camps offer which includes hip hop dance, ballroom dance, ballet dance, Irish dance, jazz dance, modern dance and other styles. You can choose to focus on any one style or enlarge your dance move repertoire by learning diverse styles.The summer dance program may also be classified by stage of the enrollee. If the individual is only starting to learn the dance style, there are many beginner summer dance camps. If he wishes to learn more challenging techniques and aims to develop their skill in a certain style they can enroll in an intermediate or an advanced summer dance program.

The main advantage of enrolling in a summer dance course is that it is very good for your health (exercise), it will serve as a strain reliever, you’ll be learning fresh skills and techniques and it can expand your imaginative and artistic abilities. One more advantage of dance camps is the time factor. Some dance camps only last for a few days while other dance camp programs give you more time to practice, learn and cooperate with other people. Just make it sure to carry out your research well and collect the requirement before the start of summer. Try to make your summer have sunny memories, practice and progressive knowledge with summer dance camps.

One of the main entertaining forms of different expressions is seen in the synchronized movement of a person’s body. One of the main dancing styles that have caught the numerous eyes of the youth is the hip hop dancing. It’s a dance form that slowly developed as it gradually gained the attention and interest of many dance enthusiasts. This hip hop dancing has developed so big that there are even camps that put forward programs specializing in this style only.

First hip hop dance branches out into diverse dance styles which was originally seen on the street. Some of the hip hops dancing styles include break-dance, old school, popping and locking etc.These kinds of dancing styles grew more popularity when hip hop and the rap music videos began to showcase the various hip hop dance moves from various hip hop dance styles. If you wish for learning the moves seen on television and different dance competition, just try out for a hip hop dance camp. The main advantage of learning from a hip hop dance camp is that you will be taught from the fundamentals from experienced professionals.



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Ashok asked:


Summer camps can be an extravagant bonanza; it is one of the most exciting phases in one’s life. Summer camps are events where most of the people love to gather socialize, have a time which is full of fun, in such cases if you are sending your child for this interesting and most lovable trip, then you will need to push your hands down for packing your children bag. Whether your kid is attending a one week or an eight week trip, preparing and packing your kids bag can just be a scary task. The following things must be considered:

How many clothes are required in the camp?

Is there any requirement of uniforms?

What are things which need not be carried in the camp?

What type of baggage should be used?

The following article will help you detail to know about the various tips which you need to remember while you pack your child’s luggage for the summer camp.

Things to be considered before you pack your child’s bags for the summer camp:

Check if you could get the list of camp clothing. This will act as your best guide for ascertaining the things which you require for the camp and the things which you do not require for the camp.  In the list you will find a variety of recommendations for clothing items, toiletries and other things which would be required for special events like night camping or in case there are any theme based events which are going to be organized in the camp. In case you have not received the list then it would be better that you call the camp, or you can also visit the website and check for the clothing list.

Check out the rules of the particular camps, for example there are certain camps which do not permit the usage of CD players and there are certain camps that restrict bringing candies or treats.

Check out if they require any uniforms, many camps restrict competitive dressing. There are some camps that require all the clothes to have their camp logo, some camps insist on bringing specific shirt and shorts color. Ensure that you clear all the enquiries as far as the child’s costumes are considered before the child leaves for the camp.

Ensure the things which the camp provides, some camps provide sheets; mattress pads and blankets, there are some camps which even provide towels. Check the clothing list for the further requirements.

Selection of your packing materials: After the decision on what are the items which your kid is going to take along with him for the camp, the next thing which you need to decide is about the bag which he is going to carry. You can choose the bag from the various options like Duffel bags, Trunk and suitcases.



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Mark Hetterley asked:


You are advised to plan French camping holidays well in advance. The rise in popularity among British families for French camping holidays means booking early is essential to avoid disappointed. Substantial numbers of British families are choosing French camping holidays for their summer break.

Days consist of lying by the pool watching your children play with newly acquired friends. When evening approaches the aroma of barbecues drifts around the campsite, all this complemented with inexpensive quality French wine. Enjoying your summer break is easy, here are six steps to make planning French camping holidays easy also.

1. When is the best time to travel?

If your children are below school age or you’re traveling as a group of friends, then months May, June and September are cheapest. Additional benefits of those months include quieter roads, resorts and campsites. When booking French camping holidays in peak periods, book early to avoid disappointed as popular campsites become full very quickly.

2. Selecting your Campsite

From Normandy, Brittany and the Loire in the north to the Cote d’Azur and Languedoc in the south, it is possible to camp in most regions of France . Choose a region that matches your interests, maybe an inland retreat, beach holiday or culture and sightseeing. For campsites, checkout the facilities available, the official rating and the number of pitches match your preferences. The local amenities will give you a good idea whether a campsites region can satisfy your interests.

3. Choosing your Accommodation

French camping holidays offer a variety of accommodation. Tents, mobile home and chalet style cottages are available depending on your preference and budget. If your children are teenagers, go for the larger accommodation where possible it’s well worth while having a little extra space. At most campsites bed linen can be hired, otherwise don’t forget to take your own.

4. Getting there by Sea, Air or Rail

The English channel makes getting to France a little more awkward. Most holidaymakers drive to their campsite taking either the cross channel ferry or the Euro-star through the Channel Tunnel. The ferry is slower but general cheaper and for convenience the Channel Tunnel takes only 35 minutes. Fly-drive or Motorail are alternatively options to driving all the way from the UK . In peak season book your channel crossing, trains and flights early or you may end up with more expensive traveling arrangements or no traveling arrangements at all.

5. Stopping En Route

The Cote d’Azur and Languedoc regions of France may take 12 hours to drive non-stop from the UK . In that case many holidaymakers on French camping holidays choose to stop En Route. There are hotels chains across France including Novotel, Ibis, Kyriad and Campanile who offer good quality rooms at reasonable prices.

6. Visit Disneyland Paris and the way home

The route of many journeys across France is via Paris . For a little extra expense consider a two day stay at Disneyland Paris. It is possible to stay at the Disneyland hotels, but money can be saved by staying at one of the many hotels very close to Disneyland . And finally, leave enough time to visit CitiEurope in Calais , it’s a vast enclosed shopping center where French produce at bargain duty free prices can be purchased.

Discover the charm, enjoyment and relaxation of French camping holidays for yourself next year. Plan and book early and you will not be disappointed.



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Mike Rosania asked:


Do you enjoy the outdoors, but aren’t as earthy crunchy as you used to be? Did your girlfriend kick you out for the night? Whatever the case, turn your vehicle into comfortable sleeping quarters with a truck tent.

When I first heard about truck tents I remember thinking, “What a great idea!” Too bad I don’t have a truck. Luckily, there are tents built for every type of vehicle. Now you don’t need a camper to go camping.

Truck tents are made specifically for pick up trucks. But how can a tent accommodate both an F350 and a Ranger? The tents come in different sizes so they are custom designed for each truck. These tents sit in the actual truck bed. I found that the biggest advantage of these tents is you don’t have to deal with dirt, sand, and other elements getting in your tent.

There aren’t any doormats to wipe your feet on when you’re camping. I can’t stand tracking dirt into my house and I certainly don’t want mud in my sleeping bag. My girlfriend isn’t a fan of dirty living areas either. So if you’re trying to convince a ***** to go camping, this may be your winning argument.

Ever been camping, enjoying a picturesque day, when all of a sudden those evil unexpected rain clouds roll in? No need to worry with a truck tent. With your bed elevated, you won’t wake up in a puddle and won’t get your tent dirty. I love the outdoors, but even I **** dealing with muddy gear.

They also make tents that work with your SUV or Minivan. In my opinion, these aren’t as beneficial as the truck tents. SUV tents sit on the ground like a regular tent. Although they provide less protection from nature, they allow you to access and utilize your vehicle’s interior with out leaving the tent.

Nowadays, every vehicle comes with a great sound system. Some are even equipped with DVD players and video game systems. Minivan tents sit behind the vehicle and attach to your open trunk area, fusing the tent space with your vehicle’s interior, which can then serve as a bedroom or an extra cargo area. Unexpected rain doesn’t have to ruin your day. Pop in a CD and enjoy quality tunes while you stay dry.

They even make tents for hatchbacks! With recent popularity of such cars as the Toyota Matrix, Pontiac Vibe, and the Mazda 3 hatchbacks have really made a comeback. I don’t know how long it will last, but at least companies are including them in their accessory design. These tents work along the same lines as the SUV tent, converting your vehicles cargo area into a massive storage space or an exclusive sleeping area.

Heck, you can even hunt from a truck tent. One company makes a camouflage tent so you can discreetly blend into the surrounding environment. Wow. You don’t even need to leave you car to go hunting now. What will they think of next?

Overall, I think truck tents are a good product. If you have ever been to a K.O.A campground, you know it camping isn’t as exciting as you once thought. I don’t consider having a pool, game room, and another camper ten feet away camping. You will encounter lot of people are just looking to get away to the “outdoors” for a weekend.



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Frederic Madore asked:


Is the real camping experience for you?

Now days most people practicing camping spend loads of money to get the latest camping equipment. However if you want to truly experience the real camping experience you should ask yourself what is camping after all. Real camping is about toughing it in the woods. So if you are equipped with all the most expensive, state-of-the-art camping gear that is giving you the same comfort you have at home you are not living the real thing. Of course it’s all right if that’ the way you like it, but if you really want to know what roughing is all about then read this. More and more people are talking about homemade camping gear because they want to know what real camping is all about.

Your Three Primary Needs

When you go on a camping trip there is only three things that you really can’t do without.

- Food

- Water

- And Shelter

For Food you can easily bring along protein bars or simple things like hot-dogs that you can prepare over the camp fire. For water you can either bring along a canteen or buy your water in plastic bottles. As for Shelter, you need a tent.

Everything else is just extra to make your camping trip more comfortable. So if you really want to ruff it, food, water and shelter is all you really need.

So when thinking about your homemade camping gear, you should start by looking around your house. Let’s take your shower curtain for example; it can help you in many ways. It can be used as a pack to carry your food and water and can even be your shelter by attaching it to a tree. You see all you need for your homemade camping gear is right there in your house.

Other homemade camping gear technique you could use would be to use a bucket and a plunger as clothes washing basin. You could fill tiny paper cups with sawdust and dipping them in paraffin wax for a good fire starter. Some people use garbage bag with small holes as showers or you could just make a big hole in it as a poncho during rainy days.

If you look carefully at all the things you have in your house and use a little imagination, you will soon find out you have pretty much all the homemade camping gear you need to experience the real camping adventure.



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Ben Anton asked:


We all love a family camping trip in the summer. We make plans to hit our favorite camping destination where you can fish, swim and sit around a campfire in the evenings. Summer is the premiere time for a camping vacation. Or so many people think.

More and more couples are taking camping trips in the fall months to take advantage of lower campsite costs, smaller crowds and cooler weather. Many campsites reduce their fees after Labor Day, making fall camping less expensive than summer camping, an especially nice savings during the current economic times. Because school has started, there are fewer kids and teenagers camping in the fall, making the campgrounds a little quieter for young and old couples to have a relaxing, and maybe romantic trip. The nights are often chillier as well, offering the perfect opportunity to snuggle up under a warm blanket with a friend or loved one. Plus, the scenery during the fall can’t be beat. The greens of summer turn into vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows.

Fall camping does require two additional planning elements not necessarily considered when preparing for a summer camping trip.

1. Pack heavier clothes and bedding: The days may be sunny and warm, but nighttime temperatures can drop quickly and dramatically. Pack for the unexpected. If you think one sweatshirt should be enough for your trip, you should probably bring two.

2. Check the weather patterns where you will be camping: Prepare for potential changes in weather. Fall weather is more volatile than the summer. Pack rain or snow gear even if the forecast calls for blue skies.

Other supplies do not have to vary much from your traditional summer camping trip. Your camping packs should still include plenty of food in airtight containers, a fully-stocked first aid kit, and essential camping supplies, such as matches, flashlights, lanterns, plastic tarps, rope, and firewood. T

Fall Camping Destinations

I am partial to the Northwest for outdoor camping and hiking trips. There are a large number of campsites open in Oregon and Washington year round, perfect for fall camping.

1. Castle Rock Campground: Located on Three Rivers, the Castle Rock Campground in the Siuslaw National Forest offers fishing and camping and is open year round.

2. Detroit Lake: Located in the heart of the Oregon Cascades, Detroit Lake offers a number of year round campsites as well as hiking, fishing, boating, and other fun outdoor activities.

3. Washington Coast: For exceptional coastal camping, visit Cape Disappointment, Pacific Beach, or Twin Harbors, all year round.

4. Cape Blanco State Park: This park located on the Oregon coast offers miles of coastal hiking, lighthouse tours, and extra large, private, sheltered campsites.

For more information on year round campsites in your area, go to either www.oregonstateparks.org or www.parks.wa.gov/.

Fall camping is an easy way to enjoy a three day weekend in the great outdoors. Simply take a few added precautions when planning for your camping trip by bringing a few extra supplies and know the area you will be staying in. These simple steps will make any fall camping vacation, whether in the Northwest or beyond, an enjoyable excursion.



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Ron Victor asked:


Now, the summer is fast approaching and are you considering sending your child to a summer camp with a horse program? Surely a lot of questions like what will my child learn? What kinds of horses are kept at these camps? Will normally arise.

A summer horse camp is a camp with a focus on horses-riding. The camp sessions may run from a single day to eight weeks long, depending upon the facility and the program selected. Many offer day camps that teach young children and novices the basics of horse riding. Most camps offer longer sessions where they teach horsemanship techniques to a variety of skill levels. Many of these camps are operated on full-time basis, year around horse farms. The summer camp program is great part of what the farms generally do. The farms also raise horses. It may train or board horses for other people. It will likely have programs whole year long, weather and climate permitting, where people of all ages can ride or learn to ride. Horses and horsemanship is a full-time business for these persons. Others are held at facilities that will not be horse farms, but keep all year at least part of the horses they use.

A horsemanship camp is a great way for your young child to learn the responsibility of caring for another living creature. They put children in an outdoor environment and help developing good socialization skills. A summer camp with a horse program has added benefit of teaching youngsters about these magnificent animals and developing horsemanship skills. Summer programs with horses as the central theme and related activities are found in all regions of the country. Some will focus on the equestrian skills and knowledge. These programs will have classroom studies and seminars that include basics of horse anatomy and the nature of horses along with instruction on feeding, care, and riding. These programs will assign the camper a horse for a three-week session. The care and feeding of that horse will be the responsibility of the child there. Riding skills will also be taught. Many camps will concentrate on English riding styles. Dressage techniques and patterns are practiced with eventing and show jumping. Many of these facilities have cross-country courses for more advanced riders and horses. Summer horse camps are often found on horse farms. These facilities include horse stables, pastures, show or performance arenas, and, depending upon the camp, a cross-country course also. Most also include access to trails through wooded or wilderness areas with proper guidance. Some will provide both covered and outdoor arenas. Most are set in beautiful landscapes complete with white board fences and other pastoral farm amenities for safety.

Safety is the primary element of the activities. Riders are always required to wear approved helmets and boots while on the horse. Every effort is made to match the right horse to the camper’s riding skills and their capabilities. Everyone is aware that horses are big animals, and because of their sheer size, can be dangerous in most extraordinary situations. So every effort is made to reduce the possible risks to the most minimal levels.



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