When you go camping there is a lot of gear that needs to be carried along with you. Most of it will be in the form of tents, sleeping bags, shoes, jackets, pots and pans, lanterns, backpacks and other stuff that is used to cook food and get a good night sleep.
Having a light carry-on bag is a necessity when you go camping. You have to think of how many days you plan to camp, of course if you plan to camp for a longer period of time you may need to carry more gear with you.
You should therefore look at the type of bag that you will need, considering the number of days that you planned to go camping. You should therefore opt for a bag that is suitable for a particular number of days, perhaps 3 or 4.
The most suitable types of bags are the following:
Remember that the purpose of a bag is to be comfortable, durable and functional and therefore do not pick a design that is unsuitable for your camping trip.
A Frame Bag is the best type of bag to have as it has a durable fabric along with frames of metal rods which strengthen the fabric when you need it to be light.
It is however not as strong as the Mid-weight lightweight bags or even the Structural bags, but it is usually very comfortable as compared to the ones that are heavier.
These bags are usually waterproof, tear resistant and compression sacks. They also come in rubberized materials.
A Florida Camping Bag is very suitable for those who like to camp in Florida. It is normally lighter than the others, but needs to be carried because of the enormity of mosquitoes in Florida.
The material used is either down or synthetic. Down bags are usually warmer than synthetic ones, and maintain a lot better insulation. They are also very durable and have a lower cost. However, they are very heavy. Synthetic bags are light and have a durable fabric. However, they are not compressible and thus not suitable for long camping trips.
A 3-in-1 or 4-in-1 pattern is a perfect bag. It combines the warmth of the sleeping bag with the comfort of the padded reclining back pack. These bags are usually zippered in order to keep the good ventilation.
An external pocket can be useful for personal items such as snacks and remote inflating air beds.
Straps
Gather round to press against your skin
Wear a hat
Don’t forget the
So don’t forget to finish packing your camping gear and check your checklist. That’s usually job done. But you need to have a safe camping holiday. Hence, take Note of the essential items and put safety first.
Kindly refer this article to help you complete your packing list for your camping gearActivities:
Once you are packed and ready to go, spend some time at the camp site organizing your camping activities. Choose the camping activities that you want to do and plan the dates and the place you should be visiting. Set a date for your camping trip and leave for your camping destination earlier to have enough time to prepare your camp site.
Some of the common activities in camping are: swimming in the lake, hiking to the lake, fishing, boating, kayaking, etc. Select a lake, forest or park near you.
Select a camping ground
Pick out a camping ground that is suitable for your family. Get information from the mining and forestry department or the camping association about the requirements, rules and regulations of the site.
Get the license plate or the GPS location of the car. Always include your car’s registration number, along with the name, address, Linkedin profile and photo for proof of who owned the car.
Set up your tent
In order to enjoy your camping trip, it is important to prepare the tent. Choose the right kind of tent that is suitable for you. There are many different kinds and sizes of tents available in the market. Taking into account of the number of people camping with you, it is advisable to select a tent that has a capacity of two people more than the actual number of people. This will allow space for putting other necessary items such as your mobile phone, passport and wallet. If you plan to use the tent for more than 2 people, it is advisable to take a portable air bed, sleeping pad and small cooler.
Additional activities
Besides the activities you plan to do while camping, it is highly advisable to add one or more other activities to make your camping trip fun and exciting. These can be additional activities such as hiking, trekking, climbing and many more.
School trip
If your children are attending school then plan a trip that will bring them to the nearby school. This can be a great opportunity to learn something new and exciting.
