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6 tips to make your next camping trip a dream

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6 tips to make your next camping trip a dream

As we head further into the year, the days are starting to get longer and the weather is starting to get warmer for many of us around the world. It’s the perfect time to start planning trips and excursions into nature with the family.

Camping is a wonderful way to spend time with your loved ones in the summer, and it can be especially great if you have younger members of your family to spend time with as well. Whether you’re looking to head into the forest, to a prepared camping site or simply to your own backyard, camping trips can be incredibly fulfilling.

To help you out with your next camping adventure this year, we’ve collected 6 top tips to help make your next camping trip a dream with your family.

Check out the rules of your campsite

To start off with, one of the most important things that you can do before going on a camping trip is to check out the rules of your chosen campsite. As pointed out by Pure Leisure, having a good understanding of what you are allowed to do and what you are not allowed to do can be very handy for planning your trip properly.

Some key things to look for include whether you are allowed to bring pets, whether you can have fires and whether there are any neighbours nearby to be mindful of. If you can’t find the answer to these queries, get in touch with a member of the organizational team.

Invest in a good sleeping bag

A very important thing to invest in for a camping trip is a good quality sleeping bag. While getting a deal on a cheap sleeping bag can seem great, it’s worth putting in the extra money to make sure that you don’t end up freezing cold during the night or waking up with a sore back.

Pitch your tent thoughtfully

Something else that is very important to do when setting up for a camping trip is to pick a good place for your tent. Try not to pitch it under a tree, so you don’t get covered in tree sap or bugs, and make sure to move it away from inclines or hills as well. It may seem tricky to find a good spot at the time but it’ll keep you comfortable in the long run.

Be mindful of the weather

When you’re setting out on a camping trip, it is very important to be mindful of your local weather conditions. Sure, it may be warm in the day- but how cold is it going to get at night? Remember to bring warm clothes, lighters, blankets and pillows to keep you toasty.

On the flip side, if you live somewhere warm then make sure to bring lighter clothes, covers and bug spray as well. Don’t forget to bring a big water bottle, to keep yourself hydrated in the heat.

Pack enough good quality food

This may sound obvious, but bringing enough food is essential if you want to have a good time while camping. Don’t just settle for bland food either- there are plenty of tasty meals you can cook over a fire. We’d recommend taking a look at Pinterest for some recipe inspiration.

Consider getting a hammock

One of the best things that you can get to bring with you on a camping trip is a hammock. They’re brilliant for lounging in and reading your favorite novel in during the day, and can be great alternatives to standard sleeping arrangements at night.

For some inspiration, we’d recommend taking a look at this product guide. There are tons of hammocks available on the market – each suiting different environments and budgets – so product guides can be very helpful for narrowing down your picks.

Summary

Overall, it’s important to prepare properly for a camping trip and to invest in some high quality equipment as well. Make sure to bring everything you’ll need for the whole trip, and be mindful of keeping younger family members entertained as well. With the right preparation, camping trips could make your summer unforgettable this year.

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How to Choose a Summer Camp

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Summer is ripe with adventure, and there is no better way to highlight the season than summer camp. Summer camp can be extremely exciting for kids. It allows them to spend some time away from home to grow and learn, but also to have a fun time. These days, there are summer camps for every price range, specific interest, and summer schedule. There are a few things you may want to keep in mind before getting started on your list of potential prospects for your little one.

Kinds of Camps

The two main types of camps out there differ on their duration. Resident camps are the camps mostly featured in movies and are more often referred to as “sleep-away camp”. Many of these camps offer a variety of programs and activities for children as young as seven and many of them offer features that focus on specific programs or activities. Some are basic and have a little bit of everything, but specialty camps may specialize in a specific sport or other activity with the goal of improving a specific set of skills.

There are also day camps for parents who may be looking for a babysitting or daycare alternative or for kids who are not ready (or simply uninterested) in sleeping away from home on their own. Day camps offer programming for kids as young as four years old and they generally run on the same, or similar, schedule to the average school day with afternoon programs and other activities for kids who wish to stay longer or to accommodate parent work schedules.

Camp Features

Some parents may be concerned or have a preference regarding the types of activities camps offer or what other kinds of perks and features they have. Some camps focus on building academic skills or knowledge in fields like science, music, or religion. Others may focus on sports, the outdoors, and other topics.

Special needs campers should not be discouraged from considering going to camp. There are many camps that can easily accommodate kids with special needs and there are camps that cater only to kids with certain conditions, offering specific programs that can be just as enriching, fulfilling and fun.

Camp is in Session

Depending on your needs as a parent or on your child’s desires (and ability to be away from home), camps also offer various session lengths for you to choose from.

For kids who are comfortable being away from home on their own, longer sessions for sleep-away camps can be fun and exciting, but shorter sessions may be preferable for kids who are not as comfortable or new to the experience. Day camps are generally very flexible when it comes to session length, and their daytime duration depending on when kids can be dropped off and picked up. Most day camps run from the end of the school year to the beginning of the next one.

Session length may also depend on your budget, which is another important factor to consider. Especially since there are plenty of things that can affect how much money you are willing and able to spend.

Camp Costs

Each camp option, duration, specialty, and other options will add to your total at summers end. Depending on the type of camp, session duration, and any other travel costs or expenses, your costs could vary. However most camps will work with you and your budget depending on what you are looking for you child to get out of the experience. Some community centers offer special programs and other options you may want to consider before looking at camp, and make sure you have an idea of what your own summer schedule looks like before you book. Camp costs will vary depending on where your child goes, but many are affordable the more you customize your child’s stay.