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Sabtu, 01 Maret 2014

I need some advice for tent/beach camping, with a dog and a child in Northern Oregon.?

kas5292

Going to the Oregon Coast this weekend for some camping. Anyone recommend some good camp spots - beach accessible? Will be camping with boyfriend, dog and child. Thanks!

Answer
There are some great campsites in Seaside. That is a great place to go camping, as there is a boardwalk there with games and rides. We went camping there about 3 years ago and had the time of our lives. Unfortunately, I do not recall the name of the campground, but I found it on Recreation.gov. It was within a mile or two of the ocean. Definitely the place to go in the Northern coast area. Skip Lincoln City-it's over hyped and the only thing that is there is the outlets malls.

Newport would be another great place to go but I have only stayed in a hotel there. It's my favorite place to go on the coast, but is about 3 hrs south of Seaside. You can access the beach, there's the Oregon Coast Aquarium, The Hatfield Marine Science Aquarium, Nye Beach, The Bay front area that has the Wax Works Museum, The Undersea Gardens, and Ripley's Believe It Or Not.

I have never been there, but there is a OHV riding area by Tillamook, known as Sand Lake. This is probably your best bet for beach camping. Very few campgrounds are located right on the beach in Oregon, but the ones that are, are usually private, members only places or at the Dunes Recreation Area in Lane and Douglas County.

Good Luck and have fun.

Best winter camping in Oregon?

Orion

Looking for a nice, relatively easy mid-December backpacking and camping journey for 4 days in Oregon - Any suggestions?

Orion
Thank you but I can also run a web search. :) I'm hoping for someone with some personal experience who can offer some suggestions as to a nice trip.

Answer
Dec. is the wet month for Oregon. I spend Jan. through May van camping along the Oregon Coast, mostly in Curry County, Port Orford and Brookings. I plan on rain for part of each day. Actually, you get dry spells lasting for several days. Which makes it all worth while. There is a coast trail along the beach for the entire length of the state. You are only on the road in a few of the towns and for bridges over the rivers. And if the rain gets to bad there are buses several times a day on the road, HWY US 101. Check on the web for schedules. Please remember the rain on the coast is snow in the mountains, LOTS of snow. The storms are great to watch. There are lots of streams and water falls along the trail. When the sun comes out it is fantastic. but you will live in Gor-tex, the only rain gear to use, boots to hat. Tent with rain fly and bathtub floor.

Check out the Lost Coast and the Redwood National Park just a bit south in Ca.(The land of more money than brains) Also the Avenue of the Giants along the eel river also in Ca.

If you want to car camp and day hike I recommend Humbug Mt. State Park by Port Orford. There are two good trails, up the mountain or along the coast., good beach. Close by the are Orford Heads State Park, Arizona Beach State Park and Cape Blanco State Park. That's only about 15 miles of coast but, my favorite.

What size of camping tent should I choose?

Adela

I am planning a camping trip with two friends. We need to buy a camping tent but I don't know what size of the tent is suitable for three people. I did a little search online and someone said should choose a tent which can accommodate two more person because there must be some space for the camping equipment. Is this true? Is a five man tent a little larger for three?

Answer
A five man tent is just fine. I do a lot of camping and I use a 2-3 person tent for just me, and a 4 person tent when I take the wife and kid along.

Unless your back country camping you can't go wrong with getting a bigger roomier tent.

I am looking for a good quality Back Country Hiking tent.?

Rob

I am looking for a 2-3 person tent that is quality but not to expensive ($100-$150). I found a kelty for 230$, seemed high in price. Would appreciate an suggestions.

Answer
http://www.trailspace.com/gear/kelty/teton-2/
http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Kelty-Teton-2-Tent-2-Person-3-Season/KEL0384M.html?avad=397_fa3a083
Kelty Teton 2
2-Person 3-Season
$149.95
*I own this simple, easy-to-pitch, two-pole design tent that offers super ventilation and quick setup.

http://www.trailspace.com/gear/kelty/yellowstone-4/
http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Kelty-Yellowstone-4-Tent-4-Person-3-Season/KEL0299M.html?avad=397_fa3a0eb
Kelty Yellowstone 4 Tent 4-Person 3-Season
$144.95
This tent sleeps four, offers a quick, easy setup and is an economical choice for the camping couple or family.

going camping please help?

shampton19

we want to take a camping trip to st.louis missouri does anyone know of a camp ground with in 15 min from down town we are coming from arkansas so will go 65 to i44 and acress to st.louis if you have any ideas please let me know if they have a web site i can go to and see ther camp sites it would be nice it needs to have a playground,showers,tent site as well as camper,fishing,electric and water hook ups please hellllp

Answer
If you're set on camping, I'd try for MORE than 15 minutes from downtown. Because, 15 minutes from downtown in pretty much every direction is still city, and I don't think I'd feel too comfortable sleeping in a tent with kids within 15 minutes of downtown. Unless there was a campground surrounded by razor wire and a guard. (sad, but true).

Most RV parks that are found within a city will only allow RVs, no tents, no pop-ups. Before you head out, make sure whatever park you decide to go to will allow the tent, etc. And these parks are nothing more than a place to park your stuff and sleep.. no fishing / recreation to speak of.

Missouri has some gorgeous state parks, if you can make the drive each day... for that matter, you may be just as well to go straight thru to Illinois, and camp near the Mississippi...

Good luck!

Here goes a bunch of camping questions... :) in arkansas. 10 pt question!!!?

Okay, so here are the questions...
1. Where is the prettiest place in Arkansas for a family to camp (preferably with some sort of fishing nearby, and camping facilities and showers would b nice).
2. What tent should I get? We have a family of four... and price range... $0-$130 would be nice.
3. Have any advise on camping with the family? Any would be nice!

Oh and one more thing please answer these questions with some personal knowledge not just "i found it on www.whatever.com" but its okay if you get this info from a friend or something like that!

Thank you so much for your help! Family will be very thankful for your knowledge! Let the best answerer win 10 points!

Answer
Missus and I camped at Lake Catherine State Park. a few years ago. It's a very nice recreational park with a lot of activities. Arkansas state parks were the nicest we've seen and we've motorcycle camped all over the South and in the Rockies.

You may want to check into renting a shelter from the park, particularly if this is a first time outing for you and your family, but Academy may have a tent that will suit your needs as long as you are tenting in nice weather. Tents are rated for use:

a.â2 seasonâ (good weather only).
b.â3 seasonâ (Provides some protection against cold weather and light rain).
c.â3 season convertibleâ (Comfortable in warm weather but with a heavy fly to keep out thunderstorms, snow and very cold weather.
d.âExpeditionâ (The name of the rating reflects the use. You cannot reach places an expedition tent is needed by motorcycle).

They have a capacity rating on the box.

Leave X-Box , cell phones, etc. at home. Take swimming suits, floaties, binoculars and hiking shoes.

Jumat, 28 Februari 2014

I am planning a trip from Washington to North Dakota, does anyone know of any sights to see along the way?

Chelsea Ta

We'll be taking I-90 almost the entire way, so if you know of any sights, or cool, inexpensive restaurants and activities along the way....like in Idaho, Montana, or before Bismark in North Dakota, please let me know! Thanks in advance!
Is there anything in yellowstone by I-90? We don't want to drive more then 30 minutes out of the way. So is northern yellowstone interesting or just trees? The part thats in Montana.

Answer
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho is a very beautiful place. I drove through there but didn't stop; I loved the forest and lakes. Western Montana is gorgeous, as well, due to its mountains, magnificent skies and wide-open spaces.

Through Washington, you will be driving through some very interesting country. You will follow the path of the Missoula Floods, and will also see old lava flows (which can be tracked all the way out to the ocean). Look up the scabland geology of eastern Washington, then look around the flat area of Missoula, MT and then up at the steep mountains to see the basin of glacial lake Missoula.

Also, with just a quick detour south you can see Yellowstone National Park. I have been to many natural areas and this is by far the most exciting place I have ever visited. Not the most beautiful, necessarily, but definitely unique. The geysers (Old Faithful), microbial mats at Yellowstone's hotsprings, the mudpots, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, and wildlife are what make this park world-famous. Just don't camp there. People do it, but it's bear country, especially in the north of the park. Just this past summer a camper was killed while sleeping in his tent and two others injured by a mama bear.

EDIT: It's an hour from I-90 to Mammoth Hot Springs (ethereal springs cascading over white limestone terraces). And then, it's further to the Canyon area. I don't know of anything 30 mins. south of I-90 near Yellowstone. You really need an entire day (if not more) to see Yellowstone. I guess it's not such a 'quick detour', lol. When you get on I-94 you'll be going straight through Theodore Roosevelt National Memorial Park. I've not been there, but places are made parks because they are unique, so it's worth checking into. The park's website says you can see badland topography and buffalo.

What kind of info do you expect to find when looking at a blog about observing?

Astro Writ

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Rarely use blogs of any type to begin with. Find them boring frankly. I'm also a seasoned observer (over ten years of eyepiece time), so what I know is rather extensive and what I don't know (which is also rather extensive), I know how to find out on my own, from personal contacts to using search engines.

Having said that, what I would need to know would be:
Regionally based (I happen to live near Portland, Oregon)
Long term weather forecasts. From 2 days to two weeks in advance. For my observing region, that would be Central to Eastern Oregon and Washington.
Light Pollution Levels for a given area
Observing sites - directions, nearby towns, property permissions (as needed), Wi-Fi hot-spots
Seeing conditions
Observing / Camping sites (tent and/or trailer)
Impromptu group observing
Equipment reviews
Techniques
Group meetings and classes

Short term weather and seeing conditions can be derived from the Clear Sky Clock and weather sites like NOAA.
Observing sites are usually by word of mouth by local Club members or from your personal experience.

The rest is usually considered topical.

You might want to look at the Cloudy Nights forums as an example.

British camping rights?

adam

Say that I decide to hike for an undetermined amount of time around the coast of Britain. Where am I legally allowed to pitch my tent, for free. The whole idea of this is for a cheap (mostly free) break from the daily grind.

Answer
Stealth camp wherever you can, just not on private property, unless you get permission from the owner. But basically hike all day and kind a quiet, hidden out of the way to make a "leave no trace" camp for the night and move out early.

Where are some places in New Jersey to go camping?

web

I wanna go camping like the kind of camping like you take a tent in the wilderness with some friends.
I know i have to consider hunting grounds and private property so were is it safe and legal to do in nj or Pennsylvania even. please list as many as you know
Thanks :)!

Answer
Stealth camp anywhere along the Appalachian trail in Northern NJ. Or, Pine Barrens in Southern NJ. These are areas where you hike for a while and find your spot. Some spots might technically not be legal, but no one should bother you. Out of site, out of mind.

Cheap camping for a charity walk.?

Dan

Throughout July I'm doing a 340 mile coastal trek from Swansea to Aberystwyth to raise money for Mencap. I'm a student and going to be on a tight budget and I will be doing this on my own.

So I need to know how best to camp as cheaply as possible for the trek. Wild camping is illegal from what I gather but is there an acceptable away around it? Are there any free camping sites and how can I find them? Will some camping sites give me a free plot if I give them some morning farming help or just due to the fact I'm walking for charity? Anyone who could help me on any of this or give me any more tips would be a great help.

Answer
Nice one! I work for Mencap at times when I've got a day going. Got a certificate for it from Norman Wisdom, our local patron. Sadly now departed. Nice fella.
Wild camping first. Loads on here to say no but loads more for yes and plenty from me cos wild camping is all I do mostly.
Sometimes I'm on a site...but very rarely.
There is certainly an acceptable way round it...on long distance footpaths in remote places you are OK but you must camp for only one night in each location unless really foul weather prevents further progress for a while or you're a camper and not a walker.
The Pennine Way, the Ridgeway, etc are all OK far from from town and you can camp as an aid to doing the walk, which suits just what you are doing.
In other places just take care and be sensible about locations for the tent and you'll be OK.
Some farmers and other landowners will be happy to let you camp but finding who owns the land you're on at 8pm and ready to stop as the rains threaten imminent disaster for the bread pudding and custard isn't easy.
Find a hidey-hole, hidey nicely all tucked up and out of the way and don't light a fire.
Sorted.
In the morning, pack up, go walkies and stop somewhere else for breakfast far from the flat grass you left behind if necessary.
Welsh Wales isn't known for endless days of dry weather so choose a decent tent and take good waterproofs or walk in shorts and a waterproof jacket cos legs are easier to dry than trousers.
In July the sites will be pretty busy so I doubt you'll get any favourable response from a request for a free night as their contribution to your endeavours but try anyway.
A shower block and a laundry room are the chief benefits, plus a night off relaxing in the lounge or bar, and getting refreshed for another few days of on the trail.
In town there are B&Bs and of course there are backpacker hostels to use, also good for the showers and laundry and meeting people from all over the world.
You can live in Aberwotsit or any of the other Abers and stay in one in right there if there is one, see the score, bit of advance info on the spot.
Nice way to go, around Â£14-Â£20 a night in the UK, no membership required, and all sorted for another few days as with the camp site.
I've stayed in those in umpteen countries, five continents, and I've never found a bad one yet.
Life in hostels and doing the backpacking bit on the first link .
If you were doing it in another country this is what you'd be looking for. It's just the same in your own country and safe even for single girls far from home.
As on here and see the link
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20110512163513AAX2I0m . . . . . .
The whole works. Doing it abroad.....and it works the same here for us but we don't need a trans-Atlantic flight,haha. Or a Visa.
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20110328200122AAag3oE . . . . .
Tents and sleeping bags are in Milllets and Cotswold Outdoor and sometimes Millets has good sales. Both of my usual tents have come from those and stood up to many years of heavy weather, including in WWW...Welsh Wet Weather. On Tryfan, The Glyders, and lots more where a couple of days getting the kit sorted and used to will do you fine.
Tryfan on here, low down on the first. Half way on the second..camping, and on the beaches.
http://uk.answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20110310124642AAmOFA3 . . . .
http://uk.answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20110515104435AA99NGD . . .
Have a good time.
A laugh from Wales...long one from me and your safety in Chester at the end.
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Au1Guow8XPnkDfUGsNWBsTzty6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20110529020401AAjuDRI . . . . .
Dal ati! Dalywch ati! Pob lwc... Hwyl...

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looking for 2 camping tent bags only!?

baby_luv

I am looking to purchase the bags only, the tents are 3 person tent and the ones that came with the tent tore when my kids went hiking.

Answer
Sea to Summit makes a variety of dry bags that may work. Compression sacks have straps that allow you to attach your gear to packs. The sacks could cost as much as the tents if you bought cheap tents. You could probably buy used tents with the bags at rummage sales, on-line, or through the consignment shops. You did not specify the model of tent that you own.

Timberline Nylon Tent Bag, $8.50 at Campmor.

Vancouver to the rockies, 2 week road trip ideas?

Statto

Anyone got any itinerary/accomodation/campground suggestions? Late June; camping/b&b mix, start and finish in Vancouver and want to see Banff, Jasper naturally. Thanks.

Answer
A nice place to sight see & possibly stay is around Valemount BC & Mount Robson (largest peak in the Canadian Rockies). Robson Shadows Campground is a nice base to see the Mtn. You can rent cabins if you prefer that to a tent, also good to go whitewater rafting or even on a gentle float tour from here. Helicopter tours & heli-hiking are also available if that is in your budget. Awesome views! It can be a little cheaper staying in the Valemount area & is about 1 to 1 1/2 hrs drive to Jasper from there depending on how fast you like to drive ;-) . A pretty campground pretty much right in Valemount is called Swift Creek campground. There are also many hotel/motels & B & Bs available in that area too. Rear Guard Falls is a pretty walk. Between Jasper & Banff some nice little rest stop areas to check out are Honeymoon Lake, the water seems to be a little warmer than all the other glacier fed lakes & is even nice to swim in. You can camp here too. Bubbling Springs is a good place to stretch your legs & take a bathroom break. It is right beside the roadway - the water bubbles up from the ground & the sand is kind of pink - just a small spring. Horseshoe Lake is worth the little walk to find it. Very pretty & the water is so clear that from up on the rocky cliffside you can see the fish. The Columbia Ice Fields are worth a look & you can tour in an ice buggy if you want - there are some pretty campsites close by too. Num-Ti-Jah Lodge on Bow Lake is beautiful. I often stop there but have yet to spend a night. You can hike up on the glacier but may need to go with a group.

If you were free to go camping and hiking anywhere in the U.S. right now, where would you go?

Q. And what would you do when you got there?

Answer
I move out in 9 days to hit the road and see the Oregon and Washington Coasts (especially backpacking to Point of Arches in Olympic National Park), Rainier National Park, Glacier National Park, Banff and Jasper, Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, Bryce and Zion National Parks, the Grand Canyon (I'd like to backpack to Havasu Falls), and I'd like to backpack abuot 19-20 miles in to Precipice Lake in Sequoia National Park (site of Ansel Adams' "Frozen Lake and Cliffs"). I'll probably swing through Crater Lake, Yosemite, Great Sand Dunes, and Rocky Mountain National Parks along the way, as well as quite a few National Monuments such as Colorado and Escalante-Grand Staircase. I'd like to catch Fall Colors from Wyoming to Colorado, and continue on to White Sands, then come back via Mesa Verde, Canyon de Chelley, Monument Valley, Antelope Canyon, The Wave, Death Valley, etc.

I have a new Canon 40D on the way and I'll be taking tens of thousands of photographs. I'd like to produce photo essay style articles on the impacts of climate change on the various ecosystems that I visit.

I've been buying a lot of Lonely Planet Bluelist and "1001 pallces you must visit before you die" type books lately, and I considered international trips to Peru/Bolivia/Chile/Argentina and China/Tibet/Cambodia/Laos/Burma, perhaps with India Tibet, Mongolia, New Guinea, Turkey or Namibia thrown in, but going on a domestic "off the grid" trip instead will have less impact, does not directly fund growth in developing nations (although my tent was manufactured in China), and I can document impacts "closer to home" for Americans.

Drop me a line and I can send you sample detailed itineraries, and links to some sample photos of what I'll be seeing. For example, Mark Rasmussen's Lightchase Photography offers a number of excellent tours. Although they often require booking a year or more in advance, the photos alone make his site worth visiting.

I keep a list of places I want to go in MS-Word and Iately I've been researching the best seasons to go (generally when its not too rainy), using historical weather averages on Weather.com. I need to start redeeming frequent flier miles before the redemption levels are increased dramatically due to rising fuel costs (then I should switch to an REI credit card so I'm less tempted to fly).

Best tent camping in Ohio? Family Friendly, Flush toilets and private sites?

atheso

Answer
Not sure how private you mean...

We camp at the state parks and have never had a bad experience..

We live in SW part and love East Fork... Stonelick is nice as well.

East Fork has a lot of sites, that you can pitch a tent in the "woods" and not just on the grass by the road...

Is there anywhere I can set up a tent and camp out near or on Headlands beach in Ohio?

chalkface2

Answer
Mentor Headlands doesn't allow camping, and I'm not aware of any campgrounds near Mentor. If you want a Lake Erie beach camping experience, the best and closest possibilities are the Lake Erie islands or East Harbor or Geneva state parks:

http://www.dnr.state.oh.us/parks/parks/eastharbor/tabid/733/Default.aspx

http://www.dnr.state.oh.us/parks/parks/geneva/tabid/736/Default.aspx

Kelly's Island, a 25-minute ferry ride from Sandusky, recently was named one of the healthiest/most affordable beaches in the U.S.

http://edition.cnn.com/2009/TRAVEL/getaways/07/03/healthy.beaches.lakes/

http://www.dnr.state.oh.us/parks/parks/lakeerie/tabid/753/Default.aspx

Camping at South Bass Island also would offer easy access to Put-in-Bay, located on the island, but the park doesn't offer swimming.

http://www.dnr.state.oh.us/parks/parks/lakeerie/tabid/753/Default.aspx

Presque Isle near Erie, Pa., offers among the best beaches on Lake Erie, and private campgrounds are located nearby:

http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/presqueisle.aspx

http://sarascampground.com/

http://www.hikercentral.com/campgrounds/110037.html

Waldameer Amusement Park adjacent to Presque Isle is an additional attraction:

http://onetanktrips.wordpress.com/2009/06/13/best-amusement-park-ride-in-the-world/#comment-130

Here's a private beach camping option in Pennsylvania a little nearer to Ohio than Presque Isle:

http://virginiasbeach.com/

BOL for a fun and memorable Lake Erie camping experience!!!

Do it yourself wedding under a tent on no budget-got ideas??

paintgirl

I am planning my second wedding, and while I dont' want the big hullaballoo like my first marriage, I would like an intimate backyard wedding to celebrate finally finding my true love.
We have no budget, but we are very creative and talented artists who can make/do just about anything. My parents have a beautiful property, and I can see saving some money for a tent and tables.
I would like some ideas (details please) on decorations and food for perhaps 50 or so people. I'm not doing the "white thing". I am thinking buying candles and cheap glass containers in bulk, and alot of paper lanterns when I can find them cheap. White string lights, etc. Flowers are going to be a problem, I'm thinking about tissue paper flower garlands, fabric, that type of thing. Any ideas about color themes,flowers, linens, other cheap/bulk items that make nice decorations, and a way to cut the cost of food would be great! I think the wedding will be late summer or fall.

Answer
Every wedding has a budget, low or high, there is still a budget. The question is do you know yours... based on what you have stated so far I am guessing you are going with the "as inexpensive as we can manage" thought... which is a mistake many couples make, let me explain why.
With that philosphy in mind you may pick up "inexpensive" items at 30 stores and find out after the big day that you actually spent $30 more than you needed to or maybe even meant to.... because you werent tracking everything you spent and whether it fit within your "budget".

SO..... step 1 - Make a budget (I PROMISE you, you will thank me for this later.) The way to determine this is to figure out what you have in savings that you can comfortably put toward your wedding, same for your fiance', then you need to find out if anyone else will be contributing (I am going to guess that the two of you are probably on your own financially for this). Now you know what your base is. To that, add what you can each afford to comfortably add from your pay each month and for the amount of months you will do this.

So as an example:

$200 in savings (you)
$400 in savings (fiance')
$0 other contributions
Your base is then $600
$50 per month (you) 12 months - $600
$50 per month (fiance') 12 months - $600
Total budget - $1,800

2nd - Shop around, be thrifty.

*Look for an officiant who will do it for little to no cost (generally you can find one if you look hard enough).
*Get flowers from your local grocer (or your own or a friend's yard if possible) and hand tie them with ribbon or go with silk flowers if you prefer. You really only need these for your wedding party, especially if you have your wedding in the fall with the foliage for decoration! (That is what we are doing as well by the way)
*If you want centerpieces for your tables, think RENTAL! You can usually rent even cheaper than buying if you shop around (if you cant, then look at dollar stores... nobody will know if that plain glass vase with decorative marbles came from Dollar Tree or a designer store) Great centerpieces are usually simple yet dramatic (think candles in glass holders on a mirror tile).
*You can get rings in silver for about $25 for the pair (upgrade to gold later when you can afford it) or go with no rings at all.
*Depending on where you live the license will cost anywhere from $15 (in NE) to $65 (the highest I have personally seen)
*For the reception food, host a BBQ or have a potluck and have everyone bring a dish instead of a gift, or have a "sub" sandwich (cold cuts reception) from a local deli sliced into smaller servings (usually very inexpensive) Buffet is generally cheaper than sit-down because you dont have to pay labor, but I would suggest hiring a few "servers" for your buffet to help limit serving sizes
*Limit alcohol or cut it completely
*Play your own music from a CD or MP3 player and have a family member play Master of Ceremonies (change music play lists or CDs by your predetermined order, announcing you, announcing dinner and dancing, etc)
*Print your own invites (put that artistic talent to its best use!)
*Have a friend or family member take pictures for you
*Are you Honeymooning? Think creative... turn off your phone, lock your door, get some nice candles, and turn your home into a retreat. Or if you are "outdoorsy" go camping and forget to tell everyone where. Think of things you havent done or seen in your area and become a tourist in your own city! Its amazing what you can miss in your own "backyard".

Here are a few sites to help you along :)
http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product.asp?order_num=-1&SKU=13103569&RN=85
http://www.orientaltrading.com/application?namespace=browse&origin=home.jsp&event=catalog&categoryId=377344&tabId=PartySupplies

If you need further help email me and I will do my best to assist

Can 8 adults go on a 6-berth motorhome in New Zealand? Is it illegal?

theHaz

Me and my friends (all adults) are planning for a trip to New Zealand. We really want to rent a motorhome/campervan and go on a road-trip across the country. But there's 8 of us. And the max/biggest motorhome we're found(online at least) says it's meant for 6. We really don't mind the squeeze since we're probably gonna book rooms and set up tents at their campervan parks along the way anyway. But I'm just wondering if it's illegal to fit 8 adults on a 6-berth motorhome while on the road. Or is it ok?

Answer
No . It's illegal Everyone must have a seat and seat belt. You would not be covered by insurance if something happened. You need to hire 2, 4 berths. If you are going to go camping in tents then it would be better and cheaper to hire 2 cars or you can stay in motels most have own kitchen facilities or stay in back packers

Kamis, 27 Februari 2014

Camping equipment! Campsites HELP!?

Q. Me and my boyfriend have just bought some camping equipment and a tent.. It was the third we had bought due to the last 2 both being faulty.. I advise nobody to go with 'Hi-gear' tents they are poor quality!.. I am wondering is 'vango' tents any good? we have just bought one and fingers crossed this one is fine! where are good cheap places to camp in England? I.e - the lake district? North/South Wales.. Anywhere else?.. We have bought all the stuff we assume we need.. Any tips or things we may need that you don't usually think about? Any advice would be good.. Thank you :-)

Answer
Bum deal on getting a couple of defective tents! I know that can be frustrating. I've never owned Vango tent myself but they do have a more well established reputation. While it's important to shop around and get good prices on your gear, just remember that you usually get what you pay for.

I asked a couple of my friends in the UK where they go to find camping and caravan spots and one of the sites that's supposed to be good is:

http://camp-sites.wales.info/

Here's a great site to look for gear:

http://www.camping.co.uk/default.aspx

My most recent blog post actually deals with some of the "essential" items that you should be sure to take along when camping/backpacking. The provided PDFs aren't intended to be a "one-size-its-all" list of resources but they should give you some good ideas:

http://mytraverse.blogspot.com/2011/04/gear-for-backcountry.html

Happy Trails!

What should you bring in an SUV for some camping on cross country trip?

agreeableo

I want to know what to throw in the generous space in my Toyota Highlander for me to camp, as much as I can stand, in both commercial and public (government owned) campgrounds. Readers answered my question about commercial campgrounds allowing an SUV with a tent to rent a full-service hookup spot. The answer was that they likely would and that non-commercial spots would be good too. I am still wondering how to do this because I am horrible at simplifying anything. My direction is to complicate everything. Now I am thinking any savings at the pay campgrounds with a full hookup will be offset by the cost of new equipment I would have to buy and in time and comfort. Since I might end up only camping out for 1-2 days at a time to save money and maybe even enjoy the outdoors, I am thinking it might be better to just plan on staying at a regular campsite that allows me to pull in with the SUV, set up a little tent and do without electric/water hookups and such at a full service spot. However, I've not camped at all since the Army in 1953, so don't know what to bring. My only other camping experience was in my own camper/truck RV that wrecked and nearly killed me and later a regular full size rental RV that was much more pleasant. Unfortunately, I don't have money for an RV. So to still get outside a motel, I am thinking the solution is more simple camping. Heck, I might need to just sleep in the back of the SUV on a good mattress,at the rate I'm going. I will be purposely homeless and living on that old fixed income (like almost broke) in June. Moving to try and find less expensive digs in Las Vegas.

Answer
Car camp "bumming" is not a big deal -- I have done it many times in my life. Even just crashing in your car it's nice to spend a few bucks for the campsites with an electric hookup. Buy the newest Rand McNally campground guide to the USA and pick small "mom and pop" campgrounds rather than the KOA and other commercial operations. Most of the family run campgrounds, especially out west, are quite nice. I've been at some where they had really nice private shower houses and bring you fresh coffee cake in the morning. Most such places will have a picnic table at each site as well as the electric connection. Get a cheap electric tea kettle or small Mr Coffee to heat water and an electric frying pan to cook in. I've even traveled with a tiny "half-pint" microwave oven. Anything you need to cook can be handled with those, Keep them stashed in a plastic dishpan that you can then use to clean up with (most campgrounds have bathrooms and shower houses for hot water.) Bring a couple of plastic tablecloths to cover the picnic table (you can get clips that will keep the corners from blowing up in the garden departments of places like K-Mart and Target.) Bring one of those $10 folding chairs. A couple of large cheap beach towels are handy for showering -- get skimpy thin ones and they will dry faster, draped over the car hood in the morning. Bring a small cooler, preferably the "soft" collapsible ones. A set of plastic dishes, bowls, cups and silverware and a plastic spatula and serving spoon -- all of them cheap at the K-mart or even large drug store picnic goods displays. A small bottle of Dr, Bronners liquid soap (I like the almond type) that they sell at health food stores is great for washing yourself and the dishes as well as rinsing out socks and underwear. Keep a couple of hanks of parachute nylon cord for rigging clothelines or tying up the tent. A swiss army knife or multitool that includes scissors and a small saw is handy. Also matches, since some campsites will have small barbecue grills you can cook on. Bring a couple of plastic gallon jugs (or just buy bottled water gallons and save them) to fill at the campground sinks for water for drinking and cleaning.

Sleeping in a spacious tent is more comfortable than the back of the car. Check Craigslist for a used one (I got a terrific 8' x 8' x 6' tall tent for $100 on CL last summer) or check out Campmor.com for a nice full sized 3 or 4 person one around that price. It makes a big difference being able to stand up and move around. You can get an inflatable mattress for under $20 -- very comfortable to sleep on either in the back of the car or in the tent. Pick one with the electric inflater included or buy a decent hand pump. Inflating one by blowing into it will make your head spin. Buy an LED headlamp or two for lighting around camp and in the tent. Places like Harbor Freight Tools and Autozone have nice cheap ones. I also like having a hand crank radio -- LL Bean sells them. You just crank them to charge the batteries and its nice to have something to listen to in the tent or at the picnic table. Also a small cheap plastic table fan (again, something to find at discount stores or drug stores) and an extension cord to run into the tent on hot nights.

Keep all your stuff in large tote bags or plastic milkcrates so it is easy to locate and to load and unload out of the car. use an old pillowcase to collect dirty laundry -- some campsites will have coin op washers and dryers.

Personally, I love the "gypsy" life of driving to a new campground every night on wandering cross country trips. Some of my favorite memories are of the times I did this throughout the Western States. There is a great sense of freedom in having everything you need stashed in a car and being able to set up your "homesite" each day in half an hour or so. Anyway, I hope you find some of my tips useful --have fun and good luck in Vegas!

Tent camping with small dog in Tennessee, South or North Carolina?

pilotcooki

We are planning on going on camping this weekend and looking for a place where we can drive, we can have our dog with us, and there are easy hiking trails( where dogs allowed) and maybe a lake??

Answer
I recommend Chilhowee campground near Benton, Tennessee.

There you'll find bike trail and hiking trails which take you out to Benton Falls and the head of the Rock Creek Scenic Gorge along the top of Chilhowee Mountain.

There's a lake which offers fishing and swimming, a waterfall, and a campground.

Where can I go camping in North or South Carolina ?

mingblack

We're planning to go tent camping in December and we're looking for somewhere that is near a stream, good fishing, secluded, wildlife, and good hiking (maybe some mountains).

Answer
Lake Leneir, SC or West Jefferson, NC (Raccoon Holler is a camp ground there in Glendale Springs)

If you go to West Jefferson, go to Benny's Christmas Tree Farm and get a super cool live tree for Christmas.

Best place to Camp in Colorado?

Devin k

My friends and I are going camping during the last week of June in Colorado. The five of us want a place to camp that has hiking and biking close by and a lake if possible. I was wondering if anyone knew of a great place that has an amazing view. The place should kinda be the cliche mountain, lake, forest scene. We do not want too formal of a campsite, just an area for tents, maybe a fire pit, we can make our own too. It would be nice if the sites were far away from each other and we could have fun and not disturb others. So if you know of a great place let me know! We will be there for 3 nights.

Answer
Devin,

I'm not sure what part of Colorado you are looking to camp in. So, here is the website that I have used when I wanted to go somewhere new in CO. You can sort your preferences and it will show you all of the ones that have them. This is the "tent site listing" only. Travel safe and have a great time! http://www.coloradodirectory.com/Tents/

CAMPING questions?

Q. answer these questions.

Why do you like camping?
Where do you go camping?
Who have you gone camping with?
What games do you play camping?
What do you do while camping?
As you might want to know I love camping myself and i wanted to find out id other people like it too.

Answer
First, my personal definition of "camping." To me, camping usually means a hike first. I'll only camp at a campground if I absolutely have to, I'd rather hit the backcountry. RVing is ABSOLUTELY NOT CAMPING. It's amazing that those things are actually called "campers." Exception: if you are somehow disabled from sleeping in a tent (back problems ect.)

Now then...

I like camping for several reasons. It gives me something to do with my close friends, for starters. It gives me an opprotunity to enjoy the outdoors and get closer to Earth. I love the smell of the wilderness, and the whole scene is always very peaceful. It's a way to get away from everything else and clear my mind, almost like medatation. Plus, if I'm climbing a mountain, this gives me the chance to acclimate and have a smaller climb to do the next day.

I live in Colorado and usually go camping up in the mountains near timber-line. My favorite spot is Willow Lake, which is located right at timber-line, surrounded by grass and trees, with cliffs on its East end graced by a water fall. Not suprisingly, it's a popular camping spot so I usually take to the site I found once with a friend of mine that is away from the rest of the campers usually. It's up the side of a hill with great views of the lake and the mountains, but out of view from other campers. I also have plans of camping in the Grand Canyon or Zion NP over spring break.

I've been camping with my dad, my best friend Abe, my sister Kim, and I have gone camping with relative strangers before. It hardly matters to me unless the person is just plain gross.

I haven't really played games besides card games like rummy, because I can easily find things to do in the wild. Since camping usually involves backpacking as well, I'm usually pretty tired and don't feel like running around really (unless my friend sprays me with cold water from his bottle.) But, I'm sure I could be convinced to play games if the person tried hard enough.

Climb is the usual answer, among just living in nature, and just plain ol' messing around and exploring. The ever-changing landscapes of the Rocky Mountains are pretty much enough to keep me amused, and the prospect of a mountain summit is always prodding me onwards.

Anyone know a good place to go tent camping in NH or Maine?

cnsconnor8

I have between 4 to 6 Adults and 2 or 3 small children and 2 cars. (not sure yet). We would like running water, but no electricity is not a big deal. We will be using tents and want to avoid the big RV parks and the commercial places. No Pools, golfcourses, clubhouses, arcades etc. We want our children to experience the rustic NH wilderness while still being safe. If anyone has any recommendations or knows a good place to look please help me out ! Thanks.

Answer
Here is the website for Exeter Elms in Exeter, New Hampshire. I have stayed there in the past and it is a top notch operation, Great tent sites on the river, clean showers, and it is close to the beach, Portsmouth, and New England dragway. I was in Ash tenting area #4A . http://www.exeterelms.com/
Happy camping,
Free

Tent camping recommendations in Southern Maine?

Jonny B

We are planning to go tent camping this summer in Southern Maine. Does anyone have any favorites? Does anyone have any advice on places to stay away from?

Answer
I would vote Sebago Lake State Park. Hands down. Terrific lake for swimming, and boating if you choose. Beach to hang out on, and shady trees around the sites. You can reserve sites, but there are also sites that you have to just show up to get. There is access to bathrooms and showers. Super affordable and in my opinion, better than a commercial campground.

Pink Camping Tent?10 points?

Q. were can I get a pink camping tent for 8 people? so a family size?

Answer
When people go camping, they want to enjoy nature. This is why most are in subdued colors, to blend with the surroundings, and not to piss off nearby campers with your obnoxious pink tent.

What kind of camping tent is good for 8 people? Hot temperatures and sand at camp site, needs to be light.?

sidulrike

WeÂ´re planning to travel to our camping ground by airplane, so it canÂ´t be too heavy. WeÂ´ll be 5 people so IÂ´m looking for an 8 person tent. Any advise?

Answer
Hi there!

I have a big family and when we do our big leisurely camping trips, we always use our 8-person 2-room camping tent. The best I've found (and the best deal out there in my opinion) is the Columbia Cougar Flats II. It's a 15' x 10' dome tent with two rooms and space for up to eight people - though in my opinion, eight people would be terribly cramped in there. I'd say six max, which sounds perfect for you.

It utilizes the GoBe Dry System to keep all the moisture out in it rains - probably won't be much humidity in the desert, so you're fine there. It has a full seam-taped polyester fly with a waterproof coating as well. The frame is a hybrid steel and fiberglass which I've found to be very durable and long-lasting (this baby's endured the abuse of my family for many many trips now). It is spacious but has lots of storage like pocket pouches, hanging cup holders, lockers and a hanging gear loft.

Make sure you do plenty of research to find the tent that suits you best, but this would definitely be my recommendation. It's worked great for me and my family. If you need any other camping tips or ideas, check out my new camping blog:

http://camping-guru.blogspot.com/

Enjoy your trip and happy camping!

Rabu, 26 Februari 2014

help... its our first time camping together on our own.?

hans2

ive been before when i was young and with parents so i didnt have to organise anything.

my hubby used to camp all the time as he and his friends liked fishing.

what do you have to organise when/before camping? what equipment do you need apart from a tent?

weve booked a campsite in north wales so it'll be more of a relax and walking weekend. we are going this bank holiday weekend-uk

what do you do when camping? do you need much money?

just want to know how to keep entertained and calm.

no silly answers please

Answer
Camping is generall an activity someone does to relax. You do simple things such as take walk/hike a bike ride, maybe swim pending the weather. Have a camp fire and roast marshmellows. Campin in the UK may be different in the US but camping is basically just a way to get out of the city or "rat race" as we like to call it. Just hang out and relax. Its relatively inexpensive just pay for the site and thats it. You may go out to eat or something like that but if you plan on staying at the campsite all you pay for is the site and thats it.. HAVE FUN!!!!!!!!!!

We want to go Camping in uk?

Youngsairr

Me and my friends want to go camping in england, somewhere in woods and where we can set up tent and start fire and do some fishing stuff like that. is there a place like that in england?

Answer
lots of options,
http://alanrogers.com/camping/england

Where can you go tent camping along the beach in Southern California?

enigma405

Answer
I just came back from Montana de Oro in Morro bay and Limekiln sp. Limekiln was almost right on the beach if you get one of the best spots. I use a book called California Camping by Tom Stienstra for all my camping ideas.

Any family tent camping groups in southern California?

ANTHONY

Have a 4 and 5 year old who enjoy camping. I am wondering if there is a family oriented camping group in southern California.

Answer
The YMCA, Boys/girls club, Boy Scouts of America are all active family outdoor organizations at 4-5 that's on the young side for camping related activities with these groups but they do have family camps where the whole family can attend camp together. Calvary Chapel Costa mesa also has a family camping group and also has a family summer camp where they cater to young families such as yours as well. here is the info for that

http://www.calvarychapelcostamesa.com/events/family-camp-1

Selasa, 25 Februari 2014

Hiking in Wymoing.. what are the best trails?

Haley

So I was thinking of going on a roadtrip this summer to Wyoming. It will be a trip consisting of 3-5 college girls and we want to go backpacking. The Grand Teton hiking trails look fun but the Wind River trails also look beautiful! Which would you recommend? We also hope to visit Yellowstone at some point. We plan on spending around 10 days there.

Also none of us have ever done a long backpacking trip so where can we learn the ins and outs of backpacking? Like how to pack, how and where to camp, how to keep bears away, etc.?

Answer
http://books.google.com/books?id=DcvLoSN25AUC&dq=frommer's+yellowstone+and+grand+teton+national+parks&printsec=frontcover&source=bn&hl=en&ei=tSOAS53kEMiUtgeX8_z1Bg&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=6&ved=0CCMQ6AEwBQ#v=onepage&q=&f=false
http://www.powells.com/biblio?isbn=9780762734207
http://www.wikio.com/shopping/core/viewreview.jsp?rp=1506140&pt=3&id=1000&rt=6008
Check these links for a few good books that should be helpful.

http://www.nps.gov/grte/planyourvisit/back.htm
All backcountry camping in "Grand Teton National Park" requires a permit. Backcountry camping permits are issued free of charge to walk-ins on a first-come, first-served basis. Permits can be obtained at the Colter Bay and Craig Thomas Discovery and visitor centers, and at the Jenny Lake Ranger Station. Beginning in 2008, backpackers will be required to carry approved bear-proof canisters when camping below 10,000 feet in elevation. Bear-proof canisters are provided by the park or visitors may use any of the following approved canisters during the overnight stays in the park backcountry.

http://www.backpacker.com/august-09-rip-go-paintbrush-cascade-canyons-loop-grand-teton-national-park/destinations/13245
"Paintbrush-Cascade Canyons Loop": 18.1-mile counterclockwise loop starting at String Lake trailhead (1). Take the String Lake Trail .1 mile to a bridge (2) between String and Jenny Lakes. After .2 mile, bear right at a Y-junction onto the Paintbrush Canyon Trail (3). You'll cross a marshy area west of String Lake (look for moose), then curve north across sage-covered foothills before climbing 4.6 miles through subalpine forest to Holly Lake at 9,410 feet (4). Eat lunch in the shadow of 11,539-foot Mt. Woodring before tackling a 1,310-foot, 1.5-mile pull to the crest of Paintbrush Divide (5).

http://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/backcountryhiking.htm
"Yellowstone" has a designated backcountry campsite system, and a Backcountry Use Permit is required for all overnight stays.

Hiking and camping restrictions are occasionally in effect as a result of bear activity. Never camp in an area that has obvious evidence of bear activity such as digging, tracks, or scat. Odors attract bears, so avoid carrying or cooking odorous foods. Keep a clean camp; do not cook or store food in your tent. All food, garbage, or other odorous items used for preparing or cooking food must be secured from bears. Most backcountry campsites have food poles from which all food, cooking gear, and scented articles must be suspended when not being used. Treat all odorous products such as soap, deodorant, or other toiletries in the same manner as food. Do not leave packs containing food unattended, even for a few minutes.

http://www.frommers.com/destinations/yellowstonenationalpark/0809026044.html

Shoshone Lake is the largest backcountry lake in the Lower 48 and a popular spot for backcountry hikers. The shortest route to the lake is via the "Delacy Creek Trail", which begins 8 miles east of Old Faithful on Old Faithful-West Thumb Road. From here, the trail winds 3 miles along Delacy Creek through moose country and the edge of the forest at the lake. At this point, it's a tossup: You can head around the lake in either direction. Assuming that you take a clockwise track around the lake -- a distance of 18 miles -- you'll continue 4.5 miles on the Delacy Creek Trail to its intersection with Dogshead Trail, and then head west on the Shoshone Lake Trail until it intersects with the North Shoshone Trail and returns to your starting point.

You may find the links at the bottom of the page helpful too.

How did you meet your spouse?

aj_lets_go

or where?

Answer
I met my husband when me and my girlfreinds were at lake powell one summer. Actually all of us girls met our hubbys that faithful trip. It was actually quite funny how we met them. We had anchored our Chapparal boat with a wake board tower and killer stereo system near page beach. The speakers were blasting "margaritaville" and a boat of guys pulled up and asked us to show them our tits. Then a miracle came. We were all 21 at the time and the guys in the boat were like 40. The miracle was four guys on seperate wave runners, all hot six packed guys. They said "leave these girls alone, theyre to hot for you suckers!" and the old guys looked at them, and then us and drove off. I guess they thought they were our boys. Anywho they said "aren't you guys the camp that has the red ford 5150 over there, well there was some drunk raiding your cooler!" We pretty much freaked. So one guy, my hubby and another took three of us on their sea-doos back to our camp. Lukily, he only took a thing of mayonaise and a pack of wine coolers. The other girls came back with the boat and we told them it was all okay. The guys were camping right next to us, so we envited then over to sit and talk. Alex, my husband came out of his tent with a thing of mayonaise and wine coolers! He said he owed us for not knocking the drunk out of his pantys. We talked and had some drinks we had a blast, all of us. We discovered that they only lived like 30 minuets away from us. Then as we were talking, we all found our true love. He is so smart, hillariouse, kind, a great dad to five and about to be six kids. We got married two years after we met. WE had our honneymoon in the exact same spot we met. Then we stayed at his moms house for the reception. WE both got so drunk, but that night, things got a little out of hand. I felt him get up and he said he had to pee. All of a sudden I heard this splashing sound. His moms computer was in the room we slept in. Then I got up, turned on the light, and he was standing there peeing on his moms computer! We were so out of it! But dispite all of that, we have five BEAutiful children. Miachel, Bailey, Breanne, Derin, Kaila, and now I am pregnat with our sixth, a boy, due in two months. What a story, Huh?

Best kids camping tent?

Raul

I have been looking for a cool but fun kids camping tent so i can camp with my kids in my backyard before it gets too cold (might be too late). I shopped around and found some, but don't know which one to choose yet (i do like the videos on these pages, that's cool): (1) http://www.bongobing.com/products/pacific-play-tents-one-touch-play-tent-374218, (2) http://www.bongobing.com/products/pacific-play-tents-jungle-safari-play-tent-and-tunnel-374312. Here are some results when using this site for kids camping tent: http://www.bongobing.com/info/camping-tent
links did not work, hopefully they do now: (1) <a href="http://www.bongobing.com/products/pacific-play-tents-one-touch-play-tent-374218">http://www.bongobing.com/products/pacific-play-tents-one-touch-play-tent-374218</a>, (2) <a href="http://www.bongobing.com/products/pacific-play-tents-jungle-safari-play-tent-and-tunnel-374312">http://www.bongobing.com/products/pacific-play-tents-jungle-safari-play-tent-and-tunnel-374312</a>, (3) <a href="http://www.bongobing.com/info/camping-tent">http://www.bongobing.com/info/camping-tent</a>

Answer
Go to your local Walmart, K-mart, places like that and look at a Coleman Sundome. It will cost around $60-$70 and it is plenty good for the back yard, even for weekend camping. 9x7 feet floor area is plenty big enough for 3 to sleep in. It's a decent quality, especially for the price, easy to set up, and will last several years if given reasonable care.

What is the best tent when camping with kids?!?

AngelMom

My husband and I are going camping in August and we trying to find a good tent. We want a dome tent for 6-8 people. It is actually going to be just my hubby, my 9 month old and myself, but I want the extra room (which our old 4 person tent doesn't have). Does anyone have any suggestions? We're wanting to spend between $100-$200. Thanks!

Answer
short, but simple answer. you can EASILY find Copeman (or Coleman i think rather) brand tents for ridiculously cheap and they're HUGE. take a look over there first. you'll be surprised. and most of them are under $100 too!

Any advice on a cheap, durable camping tent?

Dave S

Im looking for a small dome tent, not more than 2 or 3 people max and was wondering if anyone had any good experiences with a tent like this that is under 100$ and if anyone can tell me why they like it. it is just important that it is WATER/WEATHERPROOF. i hate the rain...i just want to be able to chill out in the woods by myself and have a tent for me, my gear, and no water.

Answer
Avoid WalMart and Sears -- their products are not well engineered and tend to have seam leakage issues, pole breakage and condensation problems. Most of your dampness problems in camping come not from rain leaking in but your body and breath moisture not getting out. You need a tent with good ventilating design and a well made rain fly that won't touch the inner tent wall and can protect the open screens from blowing rain so you can leave them open for air flow.

Look at http://www.campmor.com
Their on-line catalog has dozens of good tents and they always have close-outs and special deals. I know there are a several models that would meet your requirements under $100. They have good comparision charts with dimensions, weights and other specs. They give great customer service and will ship quickly. All they stock are brand names that will provide warrantees and support, if for example, you lost a pole or needed a new rain fly.

If you plan to camp in the rain, look for a tent with a lot of ventilation, a fly with good overhang and with a large outside vestibule to stash gear. Less costly tents tend not to have seam sealer added so order a tube of seam seal, set up your tent when you get it and run a line of the sealer over all the exposed seams. It's kind of tedious but it helps a lot in the end. Choose a lighter or brighter color (avoid blue and dark green). Those new battery operated LED lights are great for inside the tent -- I got a disc shaped one with 12 bulbs that hangs up under the ceiling of my tent and makes it really easy to read or play cards during a storm. Another thing that helps keep condensation down in humid weather is a small battery operated fan you run at night to suck air out near the base of the door. Adding a lightweight nylon tarp with grommets and some nylon cord to your gear will help too -- you can rig a canopy over your site between trees to add protection to your tent and to give you a place to sit out during the day if it showers. Two or three people (or even just yourself) trapped inside a tent during a few days of heavy rain is a recipe for mental health breakdowns :-)

Help find cheap camping tents?

thea

I need a tent less than $120 that will fit 8 people!

Could you please send me some links of GOOD tents, please?
Sorry, i'm on a budget! Thanks!

Answer
One of the best places I have found to get information of Camping gear is a new site call All-About-Camping-Gear.com they are building a site to help people find the right camping Equipment for their needs.
Just click the tent button. and follow the links to what you are looking for.

camping at Yosemite Park, CA?

Roby

I'm trying to get some info for The Yosemite National Park, and i was wondering if someone could help me with some terms:

a) what is the difference between "campground" and "campsite" ?
b) what does it mean Rv-Full hookup and RV-non hookup?
c) RV Site - Pull-thru - Water/Electric: why it is specified "water/electric"?
d) Campsite - Tent only - No hookups: what it means "No hookups"? Is this necessaryy for camping?

Answer
A.....campsite is where you put your tent, campground is everybody else's campsite.
B...Rv-full hookup...is water/electric, rv-non hookup doesn't have anything
C....call them...probably just a regular hookup\
D....no rv service...just tent only....plus I don't think there is any sewer hookup......enjoy

Can you camp anywhere in Yosemite National Park?

Master G F

I know you can get camping permits for trailheads and you may also camp at camp sites, but me and a few buddies want to go into the woods and just hang out for a couple of days. do we need anything for that??

Answer
To quote from the website, (See link) " Overnight camping of any type (tent, vehicle, or RV) outside designated campgrounds is not permitted", so, that would be a resounding "NO!" You don't need anything for that, because you WON'T BE DOING that.

Senin, 24 Februari 2014

I'm going camping over newyear what should i take?

Tash D

I am going to Bairnesdale in Victoria for two nights over the new year weekend. I have a tent and a chair but what about other things can you make me a list?

Answer
blankets, jacket and a good pair of shoes that you don't mind getting dirty. A flashlight would be good too. music!

What chapter is this scene in Twilight Eclipse?

Lydia

The scene where Edward, Bella and Jacob are in a tent together. That'd be amazing.

Answer
It's the scene when the group of vampires lead by Victoria come to the mountains to find and kill Bella. Edward and Bella are camped out, but when a blizzard comes in... Jacob can't help but jump in bellas sleeping bag to keep her... Warm! Lol :)
if you want more details u gotta see the movie!

camping trip?

llg1092

im 15. I am goin on a camping trip with friends. I need a list of stuff you recomed i take. I have clothes figured out. I mean like things that would be helpful.
i also need ideas for luggage ( i have to carry it on my back)

Answer
Shelter and Sleeping

* Ground cloth
* Tent(s)
* Sleeping pads for everyone
* Portable chairs and stools
* Sleeping bag (rated to 20 to 50F)
* Pillows

The Camp Kitchen

* Stove (be sure to test it each time before you go)
* Stove fuel
* Charcoal and lighter fuel (if grilling)
* Firewood and kindling (if allowed)
* Matches/lighter
* Cooking pots and pans
* Extra water (to keep at your site)
* Utensil set (including spoons, knives, forks, plus cooking utensils, such as serving spoons, knives, spatulas)
* Can opener
* Mess kits for everyone (plates, cups, bowls)
* Cooler and ice
* Dish detergent
* Dish towels
* Sponge/scraper
* Plastic basin (for washing dishes)
* Paper towels
* Tablecloth
* Trash bags
* Foil
* Ziploc bags
* Hot pads
* Citronella candle

Food Items

* Snacks
* Fruit
* Peanut butter and bread (very quick and handy if your kids like it)
* Butter/cooking oil
* Condiments (salt, pepper, multi-spice, and mustard/catsup when applicable)
* Beverages (juice boxes, milk)
* Coffee, tea, or hot chocolate
* Milk, sugar (if needed)
* Desserts
* Makings for s'mores (marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolate)

Handy Campsite Tools

* Rope
* Clothes pins
* Duct tape
* Multi-tool/utility knife
* Small handheld broom (for sweeping out the tent)

Light Sources

* Lantern (at least one per tent makes camping much more enjoyable)
* Headlamps for all

Toiletries

* Bath towels and washcloths
* Soap
* Hand sanitizer
* Shampoo
* Quarters for pay showers
* Toothbrushes/toothpaste
* Deodorant
* Razor
* Toilet paper and trowel
* Sunscreen
* Lip balm
* Baby wipes (very handy for campsite cleanup)

Family Medical Kit

* Bandages
* Benadryl
* Poison ivy treatment such as CORTAIDÂ® Treatment Kit
* Antibiotic ointment/wipes
* Burn ointment
* Thermometer
* Bug repellent
* Aspirin
* Tweezers (good for removing splinters and ticks)
* Moleskin

Clothing for All

* Trail-running shoes or hiking boots (broken in and waterproofed)
* Sandals/flip-flops (for public showers)
* Wool socks
* Synthetic long-underwear bottoms and tops
* Synthetic shorts or convertible pants
* Underwear
* Synthetic/wicking t-shirt
* Rain/wind jacket and pants
* Wool or fleece sweater or jacket (vest, if warmer)
* Pajamas
* Bathing suits
* Sunglasses
* Wool or fleece hat*
* Wool/fleece gloves or mittens*

Play Equipment

* Swim towels
* Water shoes (if needed)
* Daypacks
* Water bottles
* Camera and film
* Video camera
* Reading material for all
* Guidebooks and maps
* Camping reservation info
* Outdoor toys (Frisbee, kites, soccer ball, football, Wiffle Ball, etc.)
* Whistle
* Toys, board games, or deck of card

Can you use a summer tent in winter?

jacquie

I just bought a summer tent and I was wondering if I could use it in winter. I live in Australia, so our winters aren't that cold or wet. I will use it mostly in summer but I was thinking of using it in Broken Hill in July.
Tent I bought: http://www.kathmandu.com.au/Tents_&_Shelters/Family_Camping_/87057/Retreat_30_Tent.html
Thoughts?

Answer
The difference between 3-season (summer) and 4-season (winter) tents is the amount of ventilation and fly coverage for retaining heat and blocking wind.

A 4-season tent strives to be as sealed as possible, with little ventilation to keep your body heat in and cold wind out. This is usually enhanced by a full-coverage fly, sometimes called a double-wall design, to trap a static layer of air between the inner tent wall and the fly, for insulation. 4-season tents are also usually designed to be more stable in high winds. The costs for this is increased weight/bulk and increased build-up of humidity, the latter often leading to condensation.

A 3-season tent focuses more on basic rain and wind protection while providing good ventilation for comfort. While you can zip-up the windows and doors there are usually large, open vent areas on the top of the tent, and the fly usually only covers the vents and shields the windows; it does not extend all the way to the ground.

I find that, except in extreme cold and wind, a 3-season tent with decent fly coverage is sufficient for most winter camping. My opinion is that a tent is shelter from the weather (wind, rain, snow) and bugs for sleeping, not for warmth or daytime activities. More important are the rating of your sleeping system (bag, pad, liner) and the clothing you wear to sleep (cap, socks, gloves, loose but insulating clothing). I've slept in 20*F (-7*C) temperatures with a light breeze in my 3-season tent (Eureka Backcountry 2) and was warm and comfortable. The tent you bought appears to have even better fly coverage, so I'd expect it to perform just as well or better.

Edit: If the coldest temperature you can expect will be 5*C (41*F), then you are well within the range of a normal 3-season tent without any additional insulation. Be careful using a tarp over a tent as most are not breathable, and if tightly sealed, could lead to oxygen depletion and CO poisoning.

Can some recommend a very good quality 2-3 Person Backpacking Tent?

Karlene

Me and my husband will be doing some camping this spring and we want to know which is the best one.

Answer
Here is an article on how to choose a tent,
http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/family-base-camping-tent.html

Best is an opinion, often ratings are based upon them so read the reviews and compare for your needs,
http://www.rei.com/category/4500001_Tents+and+Shelters
http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/SubCategory___40000000226_200368487

My personal favorite is the REI quarter dome I have been using that for years with no issues.
http://www.rei.com/product/827799/rei-quarter-dome-t3-tent

What is the most wind resistant tent you can get for beach camping?

porkstar3

My wife and I are camping on the beach at Galveston Island State Park this spring/summer. We currently have a Coleman dome tent, but it tends to really bend and flex in the wind. We're looking for something a little more sturdy. We usually keep most of our gear and stuff outside the tent under a gazebo shelter, so storage, gear lofts, vestibules, etc. are not that big of an issue. We want to make this a longer stay than normal. A more sturdy tent that doesn't cave in and use up all the interior space will make all the difference.

We'd like plenty of room if possible. My wife and I are both....uh...."full figured" so the person capacity needs to be a bit "negotiable.".

Answer
You will need to spend a little more to get a stronger tent. You can stay with a Coleman but at the price range several other tent makers are better priced for a rigid tent. I like the Coleman Heka x tent for a rigid tent design and yet still affordable, their next level tent the helios x3 is an expedition class with expedition price to go with it.

Getting away from Coleman to REI brands they have a strong Multi season called the Mountain 2 with high ratings that is cheaper in price then the Coleman Helios.

Anyway the key to having your tent hold up in the wind is having it set properly to the wind, the low end facing the predominate wind direction and having some kind of wind break. a picnic table, tree, your car, a large pile of drift wood, whatever you can find.

Good luck!

What kinds of food should I bring camping with me?

SuFi ChIcK

going camping for the first time alone with my bf and this is our first time going with out our parents or family.

Answer
Assuming TENT CAMPING! If you are taking a Trailer/RV you can take just about anything you desire!

Short trip car> Bread, Peanut butter and jelly, canned stew and vegetables, tea/instant coffee, at least 2 gallons of drinking water, grate/grill for cooking over fire, Kitchen matches with the striker from the box in a plastic bag to protect from moisture, Instant potatoes, box Macaroni & Cheese, Canned Baked Beans. Instant Oatmeal in whatever flavors you desire. Salt and pepper in sealed plastic containers, Sugar and /or any other seasonings likewise in sealed containers. A coffee pot, for heating water for coffee or tea. Anything else you like, which does not absolutely require refrigeration. Ice chest and camp stove are optional but highly recommended! Cold Soda or beer is definitely a plus!

Longer trip car> Ice chest and camp stove become mandatory! But that also allows more flexibility in meal plans, with ice chest and stove you can take eggs, butter and milk to prepare a more traditional breakfast including if you desire Bacon! You can also take steak and other meats to grill ( do not forget to take suitable seasonings!) and if space permits a large cast griddle or fry pan you can take pancake mix (requires egg and milk, and do not forget the spatula!) Take along 2, 10 quart metal buckets to be your wash basins and I recommend Dawn brand dish soap and Scotch Bright Pads to clean up those greasy pots and pans. At least 2 flat hot pads and an oven glove. Durable plastic plates and glasses, and plastic insulated mugs and a set of flatware including a sharp (steak) knife for each person and serving spoons and forks.

Other important items: You will need a multi-purpose pocket knife ( Swiss Army style - not necessarily brand - and make sure it is SHARP and well lubricated ) Trash Bags. A 6 way screwdriver, a small hatchet with sheath, Take lots of 5/32" nylon line and a couple of pocket lighters when you cut a length of the line seal the end with the lighter so it will not fray. A pack of thumb size candles for fire starting. Pocket Flashlights.

A table lantern - Colman White Gas AKA "Camp Fuel" lantern or battery - Coleman Lanterns last forever and produce vast amounts of bright white light, but they require a steady supply of fuel, Mantels and the occasional replacement Generator and Globe, if you choose the Coleman Lantern be sure to practice lighting it several times during daylight in an outdoor location well away from anything flammable and NEVER EVER EVEN THINK ABOUT LIGHTING IT INSIDE OF YOUR TENT OR ANY OTHER STRUCTURE!!!!!)

Take about twice as many towels as you might want at first thought, 1 wash cloth per person plus 1 dish cloth are sufficient. Pack large zip-lock bags to carry wet clothing / swimwear in.
Collapsible Chairs and camp stools are great but don't break the bank to buy them for your first trip.

Take Clothing suitable for Winter and Rainy Conditions in the area where you will be camping! (Ponchos! And heavy coats! ) Nothing worse than getting frozen stiff because the weatherman blew it! This includes a Knit Cap which covers your ears if the temperature could possibly fall below 50 Degrees F!

Take good warm sleeping bags (rated ZERO Degrees F ) which can be joined together and AIR MATTRESSES! One for each person and a SPARE! Do not even think about camping without air mattresses!

Please plan on purchasing your firewood where you camp to avoid moving around BAD Insects! Take newspaper in a plastic bag for fire starting too.

If Space and Funds permit a set of poles and a camp Fly (10'X10' Tarp) are very desirable to keep the table area dry in the event of rain ( minimum 6 poles and a dozen 14' long lines, stakes, S-Hooks and O-rings - the O-ring prevents sharp edges on the Stake from damaging the line and the S-Hook makes it real easy to attach to the tarp eyes.

Proper equipment and preparation make all the difference between comfortably riding out the storm when camping and being cold wet and miserable when the unexpected .

Have Fun!

Opinion on tent brands.?

*Robin*Gir

My family goes camping during the summer and I'd like to go more often with some of my friends. Im thinking about just getting a simple 3 man tent from Bass Pro. I have had issues with different tent brands leaking what is your opinon of the Bass Pro brand and/or do you reccomend a different one. Im also not rich haha so Im looking for good quality for good price.

Answer
do not go cheap on your tent. you get what you pay for.

i have worked as a climbing guide on denali and i have seen a lot of tents shredded.

top of the line brands to chose from are north face, rei, sierra designs, moss, wild country.

rei probably is where you should go. they have a huge selection of tents and if it fails they will take it back no questions.

you also need ot decide if you want free standing or not. make sure it has a good fly that comes down around the tent. are you going to be carrying it or using it for car camping? how many people should it sleep? these are some of the other things to consider.

i looked at the bass pro website. the eureka spitfire and the eureka scenic pass are both two person and won't break the bank. i have used a eureka timberline outfitter 4 man model for years on river trips and it has preformed well, it is heavy though so i would not want to carry it. while eureka is not what i would consider a top of the line manufacturer they do have a good product.

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