| A little forethought and organization will | | | | |
| payoff in a great memorable adventure for | | | | RV's come in many sizes and shapes. They |
| that next outdoors excursion you may have | | | | start with campers that fit in the back of a |
| planned. | | | | pickup truck. These can have full kitchens, |
| | | | beds, a shower and toilet in them. |
| Gas lanterns give off bright light but are | | | | |
| noisy and will be the most expensive of all | | | | 3. Check the altitude of your destination |
| lanterns to operate. You will have to pack | | | | before climbing � air pressure decreases |
| extra propane bottles | | | | as you go up mountains, the higher you climb |
| | | | the thinner the air will be. See if you are |
| Then you have the glorious Sunset and after | | | | going to climb heights that will require you |
| that why not get together with your | | | | to have aid for breathing. |
| neighboring campers for a story telling | | | | |
| session and singsong round the campfire. If | | | | 4. Always keep your head covered for cold |
| you thought a Camping Vacation would be | | | | weather � you typically loose almost |
| 'roughing it' and 'hard work' then think | | | | half of your body heat with an uncovered |
| again, yes it will take some planning but | | | | head. |
| that's half the fun and it won't be that much | | | | |
| work. | | | | 5. Remember the useful mnemonic for surviving |
| | | | cold mountain weather: COLD � Clean |
| To go camping does not have to cost a arm and | | | | clothing, Overheating prevention, Loose and |
| a leg. With the basics found in your home you | | | | Layered clothes, and Dry clothing. |
| could go today. | | | | |
| | | | 6. Watch for frostbite in freezing mountains |
| To make the most of the camping experience, | | | | � check for signs of frostbite |
| it�s important to consider the weather | | | | regularly, rewarm the body part if the |
| before packing up the camper or travel | | | | symptoms are mild, keep frostbitten areas |
| trailer. | | | | from freezing again. Do not rub the |
| | | | frostbitten area with snow, avoid drinking |
| It is important to check beforehand as to | | | | alcohol, do not smoke, and do not try to thaw |
| where cycling is allowed. Most National Parks | | | | the frostbitten part drastically. |
| only allow biking on the paved and | | | | |
| backcountry dirt roads throughout the parks. | | | | Surviving weather on the mountain is all |
| Most hiking trails do not allow bicycles. | | | | about preparation. Learn from the boy scouts |
| Most of your cycling through the parks will | | | | � always be prepared. But be sure that |
| be done on the same roads used for cars. | | | | your preparations are appropriate, nothing is |
| | | | worse than being unprepared or being |
| A large van called an RV in employed by many | | | | improperly prepared. |
| campers, or more commonly in the UK a caravan | | | | |
| is attached to a car. Both of these serve as | | | | Don't expect to bring along your everyday |
| basic mobile homes, with beds, gas and | | | | dinnerware and automatic coffeepot for your |
| sometimes electricity. | | | | campout. Remember, you will be roughing it, |
| | | | so pack accordingly. Bring plastic dishes and |
| Where to go is the big decision. Some are | | | | cutlery that can be washed and reused, but |
| lucky enough to live near national | | | | won't break in transit. |
| parks.These are national parks because they | | | | |
| are very special areas. | | | | Camping... a way of life! |
| | | | |
| Had it with the "rat race"? Got time off but | | | | More and more people are traveling these days |
| not much cash to spend? Losing touch with | | | | for different reasons. Some travel for |
| your family? Sounds like an old-fashioned | | | | adventure, some to be close to nature and |
| campout is just what you need. | | | | some for just a rejuvenating weekend getaway. |
| | | | A definite upcoming trend is more and more |
| Outdoor Survival tip: Preparing for the | | | | people seeking untouched locales and |
| Mountain Weather | | | | wilderness. |
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| Climbing is one great feat that | | | | Camping is a great way to enjoy amazing |
| thrill-seekers enjoy for all of its | | | | outdoors and be close to nature. It is not |
| challenges that force one to exercise great | | | | just another holiday; it's a way of life. |
| skill and strategy. One of the great | | | | While camping out, one is surrounded by |
| challenges of mountain climbing is severe | | | | nature and serenity. The experience might be |
| weather conditions at great heights. Weather | | | | missing urban comforts that one is used to... |
| on mountains may be drastically different | | | | but in return one gets to explore a lot that |
| from that of lower elevations, so it is very | | | | is absolutely different from the usual city |
| important to prepare for mountain weather. | | | | life. |
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| Here are some tips to help you get ready to | | | | More on Wilderness Survival Tips. |
| face weather on the mountain: | | | | |
| | | | In the hustle bustle of the fast paced life |
| 1. Know the weather you are up against� | | | | that we live in, we tend to lose touch with |
| before gearing up and going for your climb | | | | our own selves. Camping is a wonderful way to |
| check out first how the weather will be at | | | | get in touch with one's inner self. |
| your climbing site. Check out weather | | | | |
| forecasts through the local weather bureau or | | | | One of the most convenient and popular |
| through weather websites. You would not want | | | | camping activities is hiking trails. For some |
| to take a thick parka on a scorching hot day | | | | people a hike can consist of a simple walk |
| nor would you want to wear your tank top on | | | | around the park, while others prefer a much |
| freezing peaks. | | | | lengthier hike. Regardless of what sort of |
| | | | hike you will be taking, a little preparation |
| 2. Base your gear on the reported weather | | | | will go a long way in ensuring a comfortable |
| � if the weather forecast reports a | | | | journey. |
| hundred degrees on your climbing site, be | | | | |
| sure to wear cool and loose fitting clothes | | | | Many of the activities you might be |
| and take sun block, lots of water, hydrating | | | | interested in will be available in the towns |
| salts and other gear to combat the heat. If | | | | near the parks. Various outfitters and |
| you are facing cold weather be sure to wear | | | | companies outside some of the popular |
| thick and layered warm clothes, some climbing | | | | National Parks will offer excursions that go |
| eye protection for the drafts and other | | | | into the parks. |
| things you might need to combat freezing | | | | |
| temperatures. | | | | Get out and enjoy the great outdoors. Whether |
| | | | you�re camping, hiking, fishing, or just |
| Whether you have a tight budget or believe | | | | hanging out in the woods for the day, with a |
| sky�s the limit, you will find many | | | | little planning and by following these tips, |
| camping supplies that range from as little as | | | | I�m confident you and you�re palate |
| $20.00 all the way up to the hundreds. | | | | will have the experience of a lifetime. |
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| Many campgrounds provide fun activities like | | | | With the hectic life many of us lead it would |
| pools, playgrounds, fishing or recreational | | | | certainly be great to just "get away" from |
| boating, so check your local listings to see | | | | civilization and have fun in the wild |
| what adventures lie ahead. | | | | outdoors. How many of us really know what to |
| | | | do when we get there or what to take with us |
| Camping is relatively inexpensive, often | | | | in the "survival pack"? Camping can be a |
| nostalgic, and gives campers a chance to | | | | really refreshing lift to life, but roughing |
| really appreciate their natural world. | | | | it may not come without some sort of price. |
| | | | Adequate preparation is a must and may |
| Cross country skiing is a wonderful way to | | | | prevent your trip into the wilds from |
| experience the parks wilderness during the | | | | becoming a disaster. |
| winter season. Snowshoeing trails may also be | | | | |
| available in parks. | | | | True to its name, the local quarries provided |
| | | | some of the highest quality stone for |
| Given below are the kind of clothes you | | | | monuments in Washington. |
| should get from the stores in order to keep | | | | |
| you comfortable during your trip and the | | | | More on Camping Outdoors Tips at |
| technologies following these clothes. | | | | |
| | | | Conversion van camping doesn't give you the |
| A roll of tin foil will be needed the thicker | | | | luxury of life in an RV, nor the discomfort |
| the better. works very well for cooking in | | | | of sleeping in a tent. It can be tough to |
| .Bring a plastic pail to carry water in. A | | | | safely heat a van at night, but it's cheap |
| plastic basin will work to do dishes and wash | | | | compared to an RV, and you can go places they |
| up little dirty faces and hands. | | | | cannot. We spent more than 25 nights sleeping |
| | | | in our conversion van last year. |
| Be aware that the glass globe of all gas and | | | | |
| propane lanterns get extremely hot and can | | | | Instead of going up to other campers and |
| give you a serious burn. | | | | saying, �Hi, I�m Kerry and I�m |
| | | | here by myself� ask questions like |
| The thought of camping alone can be very | | | | �How can I contact you if I experience a |
| intimidating, especially if you�re a | | | | problem� or �is this campground |
| woman. Ideally, it is not something | | | | regularly patrolled? |
| recommended to women new to camping. | | | | |