May 7thEnjoy Your Camping Trip
Spending the night in the woods is an adventure unlike any other, especially for kids. Planning for this kind of adventure is important for you and your family to enjoy it the most. Check out these tips for making the most out of your next camping trip.
Choosing an area to camp is essential and doing so before you leave on your trip is best. Many parks offer camp sites that would require you to pay a fee for setting up your tent. You might also find sites that offer showers and public bathrooms. You might ask about whether you can buy firewood or if there are grills on site as well.
The site that is primitive may not be one in a park and is one without baths or showers. If you are considering a more primitive site, you should take the time to put together the necessary supplies for doing so. Many campers take along gas stoves for making cooking easier.
The camp site that is in a forest without a lake or river could be one not suitable for families with kids. Kids like to enjoy water in the summer, so you might think about choosing a camp site that offers activities for the kids. Doing so will improve parents chances of enjoying the time at camp.
Be sure to leave your home in time to reach a camp site before dark. Setting up your tent is a lot easier while it is daylight. Remember to take along flashlights and extra batteries as well. Many people also like to take along lanterns.
Taking along bottled water is a good idea and will prevent you from worrying over the water supply. Today, drinking water out of a river may not be as safe as it was years ago. Make sure you take plenty of snacks and high proteins foods, especially if you have children along with you on your camping trip.
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Mar 15thPreparing For The Perfect Camping Experience
Camping is an exciting and popular activity among friends and family. Before leaving on such an adventure, one will have to make a few considerations and understand the fundamentals of such exploratory trips. Ensuring that you are adequately prepared and have found the ideal camp site, can protect from potential disruptions and contribute to a memorable experience.
The first step is to search for the ideal location. Perhaps the creation of a checklist will assist in determining whether the campsite possesses facilities such as showers, restrooms and suitable amenities. Also determine whether recreational activities are close by as well as access to some of the major highways.
When experiencing the outdoors, it is important that all forms of noise including trains and automobiles are eliminated. If visiting the area does not seem practical, take a look at the website and read testimonials from others who have explored and experienced the location. Information pertaining to sight seeing and related attractions should be made.
Determine which facilities you deem important to be included on the campgrounds. Criteria may include access to fishing areas, swimming pools, wheelchair accessibility and designated locations to prepare meals and keep items cool with large ice packs. Your checklist should include assessments of shelter, bedding and options for cooking.
The items that you will need to pack are dependent on the time of the year and the length of the trip you have planned. Include sunscreen to protect from the harsh summer sun, pack extra batteries, bug repellent, candles as well as a pocket knife. Planning ahead can secure your spot and prevent against an unpleasant experience.
Do not forget to incorporate a basic first aid kit in the case of minor injury. The type of camping essentials required for the trip are dependent on the activities planned and the location. Preparing to camp is certainly an exciting time so be sure to adhere to your checklist to prevent hassles and ensure a smooth journey.
Jan 30thTips To Improve Your Camping Experience
When you want to have a holiday with a lower cost, camping may be an alternative to consider. Not everyone realizes the benefits of spending time in a more rural setting. It makes a great choice for a family, since you are sure to find a location that offers activities which are inexpensive yet fun for everyone in the family. Here are some suggestions to make your camp out experience more enjoyable.
If the idea of spending a holiday at a campground is somewhat scary, try a weekend as an advance training exercise. Planning every aspect of the trip is important. Ensure that the campground is selected in advance and find out if reservations are required. Plan your trip so that you arrive in daylight, so you can scope out the facilities.
Make a list of all the equipment that is needed for your excursion. If possible, separate utensils and tools should be collected and kept together. This will mean packing your vehicle is less complicated. If there is a family, make each member of the family responsible for their own utensils and bedding. Be sure that food items are chosen to avoid spoilage. Hot foods must be kept hot and cold foods cold.
Planning ahead for safety concerns will help to make your trip a pleasant one. Keep a small first aid kit with your camp gear. Teach children simple safety techniques such as handling tools and being careful around fire and water. A buddy system is a good way to keep members of the group from getting lost.
When you plan your camping trip carefully and include the right equipment for your stay, you will be able to relax and enjoy the experience. Every person should get the benefit of activity time and relaxation time. Share the work and stay safe.
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Dec 30thThe Joy Of Camping Out
There is nothing like the thrill of going camping. This might be in the woods, on the beach, or at a famous place like Grand Canyon. There is always refreshing air that is much different than the kind found in cities and other populated places. This air may have the smell of something such as fresh pine trees, or salty ocean water, but it provides a feeling of being in an entirely new place.
A sleeping bag. A corner of the black sleeping pad can be seen at lower right. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
When talking to a family’s grown children, the thing they most remember about their childhood is when they went camping. This may have been in a regular campground or in a wilderness area, but there is a sense of adventure and fun exploring the surroundings.
Cooking a meal is also an exciting adventure. Now a days people making such a trip equip themselves with plenty of fresh water, objects to provide light, good sleeping equipment and other necessary items. This assures that there will be comfort while developing an understanding that there is a different kind of life from that in a house with running water and electricity.
In the United States there are many excellent places where this activity allows a period of relaxation and family togetherness. The majority of states have excellent camping grounds that allow space for a tent, nearby restrooms, a fire pit, and other accommodations.
For those who prefer more comfort there are always spaces for trailers and RV’s. These accommodations actually bring all the luxuries of the home such as a regular bed, stove, microwave, refrigerator, and so forth.
Regardless of what kind of equipment a person has, this kind of experience provides an excellent time for rest, relaxation, and a chance to explore the surrounding countryside. Today’s modern camping equipment includes things such as solar lamps, specially insulated sleeping bags, a large variety of different sized tents, and other things to take care of creature comforts while having a great adventure.
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May 25thIs Fulltime Motor home Living Right For You
If you are thinking about making the jump from living in a traditional house to living fulltime in a motor home, you’ll need to do a few reality checks first. Living fulltime in a motor home is an incredibly different experience—in many ways—than living in a stationary house or building. There are many things that you need to consider before making the transition to living in a motor home, and it is definitely not a decision that should be lightly made. You will want to consider all of the pros and cons of living in a motor home and discuss them with anyone who will be living with you—your spouse, children, etc. It’s important that the decision to live in a motor home be made with plenty of knowledge and a positive attitude. It won’t do you any good to just jump right into motor home living without considering the thoughts of your family or without considering the potential complications.
To make sure you know what you’re getting into with your potential decision to live fulltime in a motor home, let’s cover the basic disadvantages and benefits of motor home living. Some of them might just surprise you!
Disadvantages
When you live in a home, you probably take simple things like using the television, plugging in your laptop, and other energy-powered devices for granted. In a motor home, energy can be expensive and limited. Many motor homes only have a certain amount of energy output available, even with large house batteries, and things like laptops and televisions are energy suckers. Many motor home ‘residents’ report that they have to make frequent stops to cafes, bookshops and other public spaces where they can charge their laptops. This can be a major pain if you are someone who frequently uses your laptop, or if you have to use your laptop for work. This can be somewhat fixed by fitting your motor home with solar panels—this can cut down on energy costs while giving you more energy output for laptops and other gadgets.
Modern RVs can be pretty big, but they are nothing compared to the size of most modestly sized homes. If you are someone that needs “your own” space at home and you intend to live with a family, motor home living might not be for you—there simply isn’t room for everyone to have their own little private space in the vehicle. One solution to this in many motor homes is to install curtains which can be drawn up over little areas, giving at least some modest ‘space.’
Another big disadvantage reported by many motor home enthusiasts is that it can be a pain to find somewhere to park in big cities. Many big cities are simply not equipped to handle motor homes, and may only have one or two RV parks—which are usually packed tight and very expensive.
Advantages
Do you ever feel tied down by your possessions? The biggest benefit of fulltime motor home living reported by countless people is that they feel much “freer” now that their homes—and the bulk of, if not all, of their possessions—are what they can travel with. Living in a motor home fulltime gives you the freedom of only buying and having what you need, cutting down on boxes of junk that tend to accumulate over time in traditional homes. With motor homes, there simply isn’t the space!
Another advantage to living in a motor home fulltime is that the cost of living tends to be relatively cheap. There are many RV parks and camps which allow long-term parking which can cost anywhere from $5 to $65 a night. The ritziest parks may cost you over $100 a night, but many people find that unless you’re looking for a “luxury” experience, there’s no need to go anywhere but an old fashioned RV park. Many of these areas have water/electricity/etc hookups available, and some even have other amenities like community pools, dining areas, and other hotel-like facilities. Many motor home residents also like to stealth park and boondock, aka, park somewhere overnight for free. They might park in parking lots, in public woods, rest stops, or other free areas.
So, is fulltime motor home living for you? It can be a big chance and a hassle for first-timers. There are many things to consider before making the decision to live in a motor home full time… but if you’re looking for something new to try and are willing to put in the hard work necessary to start an new life in a motor home, then why not give it a try!
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Jan 4thHow to Organize Your DVD’s in an RV or Camper
When my wife and I first started RV’ing fulltime, it was hard to downsize from a 2400 square foot home to a 400 square foot RV. You find yourself trying to downsize but at the same time making sure you carry with you the things you require to live comfortably but not over weight yourself. Weight is one of the most important factors in travels.
Our greatest challenge was how to travel with our 350 DVD collection (Which is growing daily). When we first moved in we found that we were taking up almost the entire shelving in the living room space for nothing but the DVD’s and there cases. It looked impressive but was not very practical.
After much shopping around and looking at different products we found that you can go to any office supply store or Walmart and purchase a CD case holder. These are the one’s they sell for transporting and organizing music CD’s. They are perfect for holding DVD’s and you can put over 300 of them in a space of 1 foot by 1 foot. You do have to throw away all your cases but then again what good are the cases anyway. Keep maybe one or two of them for when you want to share your DVD’s with other campers to protect them.
The cases fit very comfortably in the cabinets and you now will have a lot more space to hold the other things that are important to you in your camping lifestyle.
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Dec 31stChoosing the Right Recreational Vehicle for Your Enjoyment
Before my wife and I started traveling the United States in our new motorhome, we spent many of hours at the local RV store and even traveled hundreds of miles to big RV Showrooms to make sure we had all the facts before making a purchase. What we found was there are 4 different types of recreation vehicles on the market for use depending on what your camping needs are. No matter what kind of camping you plan to do or how many people in your family, there is a recreational vehicle out there to meet your needs.
Let’s spend a few moments discussing some of the pros and cons to each of the four groups. This info will help you decide what is best for you and you camping family.
Pop up Trailer
The Pop up Trailer is the first level of Recreational Vehicles above just old fashion tent camping. It gives you almost all the freedoms you have with a tent, except the hiking to remote places. It does however add a level of comfort that a tent doesn’t offer. You have Beds and a place to stay warm and dry from the rain without being on the ground. They come with basic toilet, a sink, sometimes a heater as an option and a small propane stove. They are actually perfect for the weekend getaway if you and your family are small in numbers. They also can be towed by almost any vehicle you already own without having to upgrade. Costs also are not that high and you can usually get a good used one for even less. I have even met one couple that full time in one, not to say that there is anything wrong with that, but you must have a very good relationship with your partner to attempt this.
Travel Trailer
This is the first level on recreational vehicles that are designed and built for travel and longer stays of more than a week. They come in all different lengths and you start getting some of your home amenities built into them. These also will work better for the larger family or ones that have older kids that need a little more room and privacy. Depending on the length you go with you can still get into many of the remote locations to camp and enjoy the great outdoors. The price here is just starting to climb a little based on what your needs truly are. One major drawback to these though is that they are just big enough to be effected by truckers on the road or any kind of wind gusts. Even with Sway Bars they have a tendency to move back and forth a little. You may find you need a bigger car to tow them but almost any truck on the market can handle even some of the larger ones.
5th Wheel
Once you move up to the 5th wheel you start getting into some more of the serious type of camping with longer type stays or even permanently living in it. You can get full size fridges and electric fireplaces. They will have lots of storage underneath and designed more for the serious camper. These however, start having some major draw backs that require you to decide on what your real plans are for using it. They are usually larger than a trailer and thus are not as easily taken into remote locations. They also most of the time require a larger vehicle to tow them due to their weight. My wife and I actually started full timing in one and eventually traded up to the next category due to some issues we found with them. Once we found that having a larger truck sure hurt us on the gas mileage when just running around town not towing. Also the amount of time to hook up to your truck and set up at various campgrounds made it more cumbersome. They also are not really designed for stopping for quick over nights stays. You can do that but it just wasn’t for us. If you are going to be at one location for a very long time then it’s probably ideal but if you are going to want to move every week or two then we found it was just not right for us.
Motorhome
This is the last of the categories. These are really designed for the serious person planning to live or travel most of the year in it. Due to their size they will not fit at a lot of campgrounds and many state parks don’t allow them if they are over a certain size. We moved up from a 5th wheel to one though because they are easy to set up and take down when traveling. They also are perfect for stopping at rest stops or parking lots for overnight stays during your travels. They have everything you could find in a home. You do however need to have a smaller vehicle to use when driving around town when you are at your final destination. These are priced anywhere from the low $100K to over a million based on manufacturer and how many amenities you really need or want. You can get a good used one almost anywhere including E-Bay.
In closing, the most important factor for you when deciding on which recreational vehicle, is to first decide what kind of camping you plan to do and where you want to be able to take it. Cost is always very important but first decide on what you want then find one that fits your price range. If you purchase the wrong one these do not increase in value. Like a car they lose a lot of value the day you purchase it so make the right decision the first time or you will not enjoy it to the fullest.
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