Summer vacation season has faded away, but you could still squeeze inmicroadventureslike camping.
Here are some tips to help you prepare for your next fall camping trip.
Resources likeReserve America can help you find and reserve a campsite.
You don’t have to go somewhere far from home.
How popular the campgrounds are.
If you want to bring your pup along, confirm the grounds and park are dog-friendly.
You should also leave plenty of time to make camp.
Think about how you’ll get to your campsite.
We’ve covered beforekitchen tools to bringif you’ve got the space.
Our friends at Indefinitely Wild have already coveredhow to stay warm when it is cold.
Test it out before you leave for your trip to verify it works before youreallyneed it!
Find more tips on how to find the perfect tenthere.
Tarp: Lay it under your tent to protect it from wet and cold ground.
you’re free to also string it up to protect your tent from rain in a pinch.
For some examples of what to have in your mess kit, check out Backpacker.com’s recommendationshere.
With safety in mind,grab a copy of Ship Captain’s medical guide for use in emergencies.
Microfiber towels: These types of towels dry extremely quickly while still being absorbent.
Bring along some logs and paper to get the fire started.
Of course, this is assuming your camp site allows fires and has the rings to contain them.
check that youstore your food appropriatelyso it doesn’t attract animals.
Once you’ve got this equipment you need, take care to protect it from water.
Again, double-check you store your food so that animals can’t get to it.
Some campgrounds have lockers you’ve got the option to use.
Commune with Nature
This is the really fun part!
Enjoy the nature that surrounds you by hiking, biking, swimming, and other outdoor activities.
confirm you stay safe by keeping hydrated and having your first aid kit handy in case someone gets hurt.
Know how to quickly get more high level medical help in the unfortunate event someone gets seriously injured.
I once came back to a cooler that had been completely raided by raccoons!
Take all trash with you, even if you have to carry it out in your backpack.
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