Fall is here, which means you might be looking into taking your family camping! Camping is one of the best ways to enjoy the great outdoors and spend time with your friends and family, and it can be quite an adventure.
If you’re a first-time camper, it can be easy to make some common mistakes. While most people end up learning the hard way, we want to help you avoid those mistakes altogether. Sound good?
A few things you’ll want to check before you make your camping reservation is that it has picnic tables, washrooms close by, showers, what the fees are, and if any areas are for day use and might have specific hours.
This is probably the most common mistake people make when they go camping for the first time. They pack too much stuff, thinking they need everything from their kitchen sink to their favorite pillow.
It seems like a no-brainer, but it happens all the time! When you’re camping, you’re at the mercy of the elements, and it’s important to be prepared for whatever Mother Nature might throw your way.
There will be bugs no matter where you go or what time of year. If you’re camping in an area known for mosquitoes, ticks, or other insects, it’s important to be prepared.
Any experienced camper will tell you that a first aid kit is an essential item to pack for any trip into the great outdoors. But what should you include in your kit?