You quickly find out how diverse your family is when you start planning a family reunion. The ages can range from 1 to 100, some are retired, some have young families, and some are teens and 20-somethings who like to be independent. They also comprise a variety of camping styles. Some want to rough it…
DetailsFood safety is something campers need to think about since often their food eaten outdoors. There are any number of potlucks and barbecues that happen during a camping trip so understanding how to keep the cold foods cold and the hot foods hot will keep everyone safe and happy. Temps can climb in the summer…
DetailsAll kinds of campers get enjoyment out of having a screened tent at the campsite. Whether you’re in an RV, a tent, or a cabin, there is always a use for the extra room a screened tent provides. They can protect you from sun, insects, and rain while offering a shady space for meals and…
DetailsAll of us who camped as kids have plenty of fond memories. We played from daylight until dusk, met knew friends, learned new things about nature, and slept like logs each night. Your kids will have wonderful memories like this, too. They love the fun to be had but they also enjoy helping to plan…
DetailsYou’re probably watching the weather and the forecast may be telling you it will be clear and sunny. You have no reason to expect you’ll have any need for your rain gear on this trip, right? Well, you may want to pack at least some of it – just in case. Weather can be fickle…
DetailsLots of campers and RVers travel with their pets these days and we know how rewarding the experience can be. Your pets are part of your family and we want to give you some tips to make the trip a wonderful one for the people and the pets in your family. The campground can be…
DetailsYou probably don’t want to be too strict while you are camping but you probably don’t want to get too far off track either. We’ve seen a trend of people making a real effort to be able to enjoy their traditional camping pleasure foods and incorporating some fresh, healthy options as well. Baked sweet potatoes…
DetailsThere is lots of gear to bring with you and most campers have a tried-and-true list of their own. The list varies from camper to camper and with geography, season, and type of camping facility. There are a few things, however, that never hurt to have around no matter what type of camping you do…
DetailsAs much as we wish everyone could finish their camping trip without getting rained on, it sometimes happens. We like to think there are ways to make the best of a rain day and we’ll share a few of them here. It helps to bring card games and activities for kids to play inside when…
DetailsDo you love bird-watching? Are you interested in trying it out in your upcoming camping trip? Well, it’s not quite as easy as picking up a pair of binoculars and spotting birds around your campsite. You can always make it a little more fun. Here are some birding tips that should make your camping trip…
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