I am trying to go motorcycle camping but I need to know a little about the legality of off the road camping.?

Johann

is it possible just to pull off and pitch a tent and where can you do that?

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I rode a bicycle across the U.S. and I too thought I could just pitch my tent on the side of the road...WRONG. You really have to go OFF the road, usually in a grove of trees, down trails, back yards of abandoned houses and abandoned gas stations, Honor system camp grounds (Contact me and I'll tell you a little trick I used to keep from paying!), and the little parks that every small town in Kansas seems to have; just let the local law-dog know what you're about. In Colorado and Utah there is a LOT of BLM and wildlife management land were you are allowed to camp for FREE.

Of course, I was on a bicycle, not a motor bike. Being silent worked to my advantage, I'm sure.

If you do tent-only camping at Bonnaroo, where do you park your car?

lolalavond

and is it possible to get your car out of the space if you're planning to re-enter? or are you packed so tight you can't get out?

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You car will be in the GA camping area. Think of it as a can of sardines with tents on each end. If you can squeeze out you can leave, but it will be very difficult to get your car back in that little hole. Here is what the website says:

Tent Only Camping
If you want to get away from the vehicular trappings of life Out There, try our limited Tent Only Camping areas near the Main Venue and Centeroo. They will be identified on the maps you receive when at the Tollbooths. No cars, motorcycles, jetpacks, hovercraft, nothing, in fact, all vehicles will be towed). This is also a good option if you donât arrive with a car (i.e., on foot, by bus or parachute).

Hereâs how it works: If you have a car, you come in through the regular Tollbooths and park as if youâre going to camp with your vehicles. Then just leave your car behind and hoof it with your gear to the Tent Only Camping area. You canât drive your car there to drop your stuff off, so pack light. Itâs a distance â a backpack or small luggage cart might help. If you donât have a car, youâll still get your wristband put on at the tollbooth, then just follow the signs to Tent Only Camping.

Thereâll be two General Stores and plenty of approved vendors in these areas, so you can easily buy supplies. The space for Tent Only Camping is limited, and will be filled first-come, first-served (so if you want this prime spot, get here early). If youâre last-come, no worries, though â you still have the camping space that goes with your vehicle.

Tent Only Camping benefits:
Nice and close to the Main Venue and Centeroo
Close to General Stores, concessions and other services
No cars or vehicular traffic in camping area

In and Out of the Campgrounds in a Vehicle
We hope you wonât need to leave our little utopia during the festival. But if you do, please wait until all the traffic is in and processed. Youâre swimming upstream before Friday night really slows things down. And to return youâll have to get back in line, which could mean a nasty delay. Anytime you leave youâll have to go through another vehicle search when you return, as if you are entering for the first time.

Exiting is only through the East or West Tollbooth. (The police will NOT allow you to exit directly onto the highway at the Highway Tollbooth.) Extremely important: Everyone in the exiting vehicle must have their wristband scanned out by Bonnaroo staff, and each wristband must be scanned back in when you return. If you exit through any other location, or fail to have your wristband scanned out, you and your vehicle will not be allowed to re-enter the site. Sorry.

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what is a great place for tent camping in new england?

gpinkwater

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I would have to say either New Hampshire or Maine.

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 :-)

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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!

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Help me with my story please! :(?

Q. I need to add more dialogue and make it less an outline but i dont know how :( please help me. Can you maybe edit a section with dialogue and show me?
Is it a good story at lease?

Russians send up a space shuttle with astronauts into space and they are not seen or heard from again.
A year later, the United States send up one of their own space shuttles with five American astronauts; three men, a women and a monkey. They are going to a newly discovered planet called planet W that is believed to support life.
While they are up in space, a tiny asteroid moving very fast punctures their return fuel tank. The puncture doesnât show up on their computers.
They arrive at planet W. The planet environment looks like a desert because of all the grey cactus plants but no sign of water or alien life. In their space suits, monkey included, they collect rocks and samples of the cactus then return to the ship. They try to fly back but the fuel tanks are empty. They try to contact Earth and tell them they have no fuel but since they are so far away it takes up to two weeks for the message to get there and another two weeks to get back to them.
They live off their food for a couple days in the space shuttle. To test if the air is toxic, Edgar pushes Arthurâs monkey out of the ship. They wait and the monkey doesnât die. Arthur opens the door and lets the monkey back in. He puts him on his shoulder and on at a time, they leave the shuttle and decide to go explore the planet. When they come back, they see the shuttle is tipped over and torn apart. They pull open the door and grab the radio.
All of a sudden, the ground starts shaking and they think itâs an earthquake. The ground splits open and a worm like alien jumps up out of the ground like a dolphin. They run out of the space ship and see a giant bird swoop down and pick up the worm then fly away. They wander through the desert and see a dark line in the distance. It is a green river filled with sparkles. When they get to the river, they try to cross it but the river carries them down and drops them off a waterfall. When they emerge, they see the grey of the planet is gone, and replaced with a jungle of bright colors. The trees are purple dangling fruit beneath them, rocks are yellow and little fireflies glow all around them.
They get out and start picking fruit off the trees. They donât know if the food is poisonous and when Arthur isnât looking, they feed it to the monkey. Once again, the monkey doesnât die and they feast on fruit.
They build a shelter and drink water from the waterfall. In the middle of the night, they hear the monkey scream outside of camp. Arthur darts out of the tent and hears something rustling and turns to see a flash of a tail disappear into the bushes. He runs back into the tent crying.
âSomething took my monkey. It is dark outside and there was something in the bushes. We have to get him back.â He gets up and points to were he saw the tail.
âYou baby, Iâm sure he just got off his leash and it was the monkeyâs tail you saw.â Brooke says. She marches into the jungle after it and trips. She screams and Edgar and Joe run out to help her. Arthur is left alone in the tent.
Edgar and Joe see Brooke and she is okay. The four of them return to the tent and see Arthur lying on the ground.
âStand back,â Edgar says. He leans over and sees two holes in his neck. âHis neck has been bitten and drained of blood.â
The group of three had been paying so much attention to Arthur that they hadnât noticed they werenât the only ones around. Brooke is the first to look up and sees a fluffy animal, no bigger than a small puppy with two feet and four arms. She walks closer to it.
âItâs so cute,â she says.
All of a sudden it growls and reveals needle like teeth dripping with blood. They look around and see hundreds of these creatures circling their camp. Joe runs at them and starts kicking them like soccer balls.
Brooke joins and picks up a stick and starts swings. They kill them all. Morning comes and they see monkey footprints. They follow it, through the jungle. While they are walking they hear the radio they have from their space shuttle start crackling.
âHello, hello is any one there?â Joe says into the radio. More static. He holds the radio higher in the sky to try to get a signal. They keep walking and see a spaceship.
âWere do you think this came from? Brooke asks.
They go inside and look around. Things were thrown about like confetti. They rummage through looking for signs of were the space shuttle came from.
An alien pops its head in the door, mutters something then darts back out. They look at each other then out the window. They are surrounded by red alien kangaroos glaring in their direction. These were much larger than the furry aliens they had kicked about earlier.
Brooke starts crying. âI donât think we are going to get out of this,

Answer
A very well written story, great plot, and nice use of grammar; though it could use a bit more details in some places. But other than that, it's a good story, better than most I've read. As for the dialogue, they should sound a bit more tense considering their monkey's missing and one of the them just got murdered--the way you've written it, you make them sound like the death of Arthur didn't matter to them. Please keep up the good work, your story was an interesting read. ^^

I asked this question before, but there weren't any good answers...?

Q. The question: what's this WWII movie called?

Description:
It showed black-and-white footage of Jesse Owens in the Olympics (not to mention Hitler's angry look. he was totally ticked off -- haha). Anyway, the movie was in Russian, but it could be in English.
It's about this French Jew (who wears a beret) who's a good boxer. In the beginning, during a wrestling match, he accidentally pours a bucket of water on a fashionable lady instead of the exhausted boxer. Later on, he goes to a library called Rosenthal (the movie takes place in Germany, I think) and when he tries to leave, the Nazi police try to stop him but he beats them up. Two Nazis were punched out of the window while some were hit with violins, etc. He then runs into the street, changes into gym clothes, and takes the torch from the Olympic winner and runs with it. The Jewish man later flies a parachute, has encounters with a bear (who crawls into their tent while camping at night), and drives an old-fashioned 1940s white car down the road while being chased by motorcycle policemen (Nazis, I presume). The very end has Hitler attending a German farm party or something, idk, but he gets driven into the river with ducks or geese or something.
Thing is, I remember I saw this movie when I was a kid, but now I don't remember. It was really funny though.
No it isn't.

Answer
Its White Pride World Wide by Steven Spermburg

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4 Season Camping Tents?

wolf_in_hu

Lately I've been getting into the whole wilderness survival thing, and I've done a bit of a background research in it. I've come to find out it's best to get 4 season tents because 1. You're not limited to any type of season and 2. They're vastly more durable than regular tents but I've still got a few questions I'd like cleared up.

Are the best tents really dome shaped? I've heard the dome or "cross bar top" shaped tents provide the best structure in high wind situations, I'd like the opinion of someone with experience. Is it really the Tent design or the way the person sets it up? Also I've heard that low profile tents are better suited for high winds just how low exactly? I'm more than willing to sacrifce head room for preformance (come on it's a camping tent, you're suppose to sleep in the thing not throw a dance party)

Are they're any good 4 season tents that ARE NOT school bus yellow? I know some may argue this is a safety thing so you can find your way back to camp, but if the weather is really bad common sense says not to got wandering around. Plus my mother and father have gone hunting together, they say you can't see the orange "safety" outfits even at 10 feet. This is just a personal choice thing.

And finally, are there any dependable, highly rated 4 season tents for 1 person? I'd like to travel as light as possible, I'll settle for a 2 person tent if I have to but 1 person tents would be ideal.

As far as price goes it really doesn't matter to me, I've come to find out as far as camping equipment goes you truly get what you pay for. And any additional information camping wise is welcomed by the way.
By the way I should point out that I'm mostly interested in preformance of the tent and it's color, I'll deal with a little extra weight in the pack if I have to but still it's nice to look around for what you want.

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I would recommend a good three season tent check under Sierra designs they make some great tents. I have had one now for a three years and camped in below zero weather in it and had some nasty rainfalls and have never had a problem. North face makes some great products as well. I am not sure where you live but in Canada we have a store called MEC they make their own brand of tents and are very good as well if you google MEC it will come up and you can look at their catalog. But if I was you check out Sierra Designs I would say they are the best tent on the market. I have the Electron a great two man dome tent with two vestibules.

How to choose a camping tent?

Q. I am planing my first camping trip. I want to know how to choose a suitable camping tent. I will go camping with my family. There are four of us altogether.

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I go camping a lot, often with a group, and see most people using tents that are far too large and difficult to setup for their needs. They get a huge cabin tent for eight or more people, tall enough to stand upright and walk around, and then only put 4 people inside.

When they get to camp it takes 2 people almost an hour to get the tent set-up and all their gear arranged inside. Once this is done they spend all their awake time on outdoors activities or sitting around the campfire, and just go inside to sleep. All that space, time and effort is wasted, because you're never inside a tent unless you're ready to sleep. Even if its raining or snowing, I'd rather be outside with my family or friends under a tarp or ez-up gazebo so I can see the outdoors than stare at the blank walls inside a tent.

I prefer to take the smallest size tent I can comfortably use. There's enough room for the appropriate number of sleeping bags with a little space leftover to stack our bags. Headspace isn't a concern, I don't need to pace circles inside my tent. As long as I can sit-up on the ground without hitting my head on the ceiling I'm good.

So priorities for me are a) Weather resistance, including wind and rain; b) ventilation, to avoid a build-up of humidity that leads to condensation and for cooling on hot nights; c) adequate floor space for sleeping bags and minimal gear, with the rest stowed in the vehicle; d) easy setup and pack-up. I prefer a tent with a full rain fly for weather protection and a vestibule to stow muddy boots outside but under shelter.

Determining adequate floor space can be a challenge. Most manufacturers allow 24x78" of floor space per person, which I feel is inadequate. I prefer to use 30"x80" per person, plus allow for one additional person's worth of space for minimal gear storage. By this measure a 10'x9' tent (120"x108") allows four people to sleep side-by-side with enough space at the head of each sleeping space for a bag containing clean clothing and toiletries. According to most manufacturer's specifications, this would indicate a 6-person tent would be the best selection.

On the lower-price end of the scale, the Coleman Sundome 6 fits the bill, though I'm not much impressed with the rain fly and lack of vestibules. But its hard to find fault with its $99 price tag, as long as you're not expecting bad weather.

The Coleman Instant-Tent 6 is a popular model because of it's quick and easy setup. This cabin tent also provides stand-up interior height. Unfortunately it has no rain fly whatsoever, so one would need to bring an extra tarp for rain protection if bad weather was forecast. And, of course, with no rain fly it also has no vestibule. The Instant-Tent 6 can also be a packing nightmare with its 48" long packed size, so make sure it will fit into your vehicle.

The Kelty Buttress 6 looks to me to be the perfect tent, with adequate floor space, a good fly and vestibule setup and reasonable price. If I was going to buy a tent today to sleep a family of 4, this would likely be my top choice.

If money is no object and you want the ultimate family tent that is still weather proof, easy to setup and reasonably compact to pack, look at the REI Kingdom 6 with the optional Connect Tech Vestibule or Garage. But be prepared to spend over $500 on the complete setup.

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Taking a trip to Lake Powell, things needed, things to do before hand?

Q. Hey, I'm going with a few friends, they have a boat, everything is pretty much set up, it will be a couple days out there, camping in tents, but I have a few Qs...

First off, I don't own sunglasses right now, I just lost my job(and getting one soon, but not soon enough), and my parents don't have a dime. Is this absolutely vital that I have sunglasses? Or can I live without them?

Secondly, I only own a pair of leather shoes, and I don't really want to buy a pair of $1 sandals because I'd rather go barefoot, but is there anything real cheap at walmart? And could I go barefoot at LP?

Thirdly, I don't have any sunscreen... And if it's more then $2 I won't be able to buy it, I know I'll look like a crab when I get back, and it'll sting like a ************ but will it kill me to not have it?

Also I would like to know a few things that come to mind if you want to share them.


Anyway, thanks to those who answer.

Answer
Short term, not wearing sunglasses won't make you go blind or give you cataracts though years of going without them could. Being on the water will really make you wish you had a pair. Ask your friends if you can borrow a pair.

Barefoot is better but you may find the ground gets too hot and some restaurants still cling to the myth that there are health laws against bare feet. There aren't any such laws. You may want to go ahead and spend that $1 for a cheap pair of flip-flops that will be more than durable enough to last a week at Powell.

Sunscreen is a good idea if you plan to be outside long enough to burn and you don 't have a decent tan already. Odds are, your friends will have some and it seems pretty much a ritual now for somebody to pull out their sunscreen and offer some to everyone else. You can probably mooch that off your friends without anyone thinking anything of it.

Go have a good time.

Read this.?

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Do you know if you have to pay to camp at Lake Powell or can you just load up a tent and drop it where you please?

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you have to pay almost anywhere, anymore.
very few free sites anymore
especially during the season
I twink your best bet is to contact the forestry service
then you will know for sure
these things change all the time
sometimes the expense is so small you might as well go ahead
at some locations where you have ticket reservation
you can inquire about the campgrounds
the national forestry services make use of this to sell spaces

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Where are the best places to camp at Lake Shasta?

Rev.

I am looking for some good tent camping, privacy is among the top for importance. I would of course like to be on the lake. I am also hoping to find some sites with pictures as well as a place that takes reservations. Any help would be appreciated. Thank You

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Shasta Lake Campground Locations
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/shastatrinity/recreation/nra/shasta/camping-map.shtml

Where is the best family motor-home/tent camping spot at Lake Shasta w/boat ramp?

Kimberly C

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Well i would have to say ditch lake shasta, its not that good, i would go to Lake County, in California, its in the Napa Valley area. Its is AWESOME, its has nice warm sandy shore and the lake is MAGNIFICENT! clear and warm, its about 70 degrees F, and is amazing.

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Who has been to Glacier National Park?

Q. I am thinking of doing a hiking/camping/backpacking trip to Glacier NP this summer. Anyone out there have any advice, tips on such a trip? Is it worth the trip or are their better places to go. I was in Yosemite and Rocky Mountain NP last year, so any comparisons would be nice as well.

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I have not actually been there yet myself, but am doing a week-long backpacking trip there this summer and did a lot of research in preparation.

By many accounts, Glacier NP is one of the best hiking and backpacking spots in the country. In fact, it routinely ranks at or near the top of Backpacker Magazine's annual survey. That is one of the reasons that my friends and I decided to make it this year's big backpacking trip.

I would highly recommend that you get the National Geographic Trails Illustrated map of the park which shows all the trails, camp spots and roads. I also got a couple of trail guides entitled "Hiking Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Parks" by Erik Molvar and "Glacier-Waterton International Peace Park" by Vicky Spring. Both are quite good, but if I were to get just one I would lean a little more toward Molvar's as a little more practical and easier to use. For general sightingseeing guides to the park and area, I got the travel guides by both Moon Publications (Becky Lomax) and the Insider's Guide (by Susan Olin). The Moon guide was quite helpful and detailed, while the Insider's guide was little more than a local business directory.

A couple of things about hiking and backpacking there...

It can be challenging to find good loop backpacking trips. Most will end up being out and backs or point to point requiring some sort of shuttle. The one exception is the famous 'Northern Circle' loop in the center of the park (starting near Swiftwater).

You must have permits to camp overnight in the backcountry. Although they always reserve some walk-up permits, most spaces can be reserved in advance by faxing a request. Note that the reservation period started on April 15 and so it may now be difficult to get popular spots between June and August. We sent in ours before the deadline and are waiting to hear if we got our intinerary.

Glacier is famous for bear country - both black and the grizzly. While attacks are comparatively rare, the park website has a video on what to do about bears and there are very tight restrictions in the backcountry around storing food and eating in a special designated 'eating spot' away from the tent spots.

Aside from hiking and camping, a few of the other things that Glacier is famous for...

Historic Lodges - In or around the park are some of the most historic and famous lodges in the US park system. The lodges at McDonald Lake, East Glacier and Waterton Park (Canada) are particulary grand and well known.

Going to the Sun Road - The famous road that bi-sects the park and is considered one of the most scenic drives in the country.

Lake Tours - Many of the larger lakes have historic tour boats that take you out on scenic cruises.

Whatever your choice, have fun!

First time camping trip to Rocky Mountain National Park. What can I expect?

Q. I am road tripping to the Rocky Mountain National Park, and plan on camping there. So far, Moraine Park seems most appealing. I will be going the very first week of August. How should I prepare as far as clothing, sleeping bags/blankets? How cold/rainy is it usually in early August?
Also, since this is my first time, what should I expect as far as road conditions and driving? Will I have to drive up parts of mountains to get to the site?

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Rocky Mountain National Park has many camping sites. The first week in Aug will be warm but the nights cool off. You will need a tent and moderate sleeping bag. It does rain and there are a lot of animals be prepared and have a place to store you food that is not in your tent. The roads will be great and will enjoy going up the trail route (a road to 12000 ft). for more info look at visitingparks.com/RockyMountain.htm (you can get a park map from there also)

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When camping during summer (in a tent, might be rain), what would you recommend sleeping on?

Mark

I feel like a sleeping bag might be to warm, but a pad and sheet might get soaked in the rain

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In the summer, car camping, with the ability to bring whatever use a cot get your self up off the ground. You will stay dry your gear will stay dry. Also do the following as well.

When you gotta carry the gear in, find a spot with an ever so slight slope and set your tent on a poly sheet foot print of the tent. Set it correctly no sagging and use the rain fly.Trench around the tent just enough to create a "rain gutter" to drain water away from the tent. Inside the tent use a ground insulation barrier like a thermarest pad and keep your self and your gear away from the walls of the tent. keep the ventilation open as best you can to allow moisture to evaporate away.

Summer Camp?

Monkeybana

Do any of you guys have cool stories about something that happened to you at a summer camp you went to? Do you have scary stories that you heard or something really fun you did???Post it here cause I wanta hear about it!! Try to tell a scary story too if you can though!!!!

Answer
i once went to one in Colorado...we climbed Mt.Sherman and some kid got alititude sickness
i also had to sleep in the tent with someone who kept falling towards me (it was a hill and we were sideways lol)....there was a lot of mountain biking, and colorado is THE place for that
someone got run over by a tractor and had ot be airlifted to a hospital. Oh and a friend was cutting branches for a fire or something, and missed with the machete....which went right into his shin--they had to do some stitching on that one

but it was good! haha

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How do I camp under the stars in New Mexico?

Danilo Cam

Hi there. I'm looking to do some camping while on a one week trip through New Mexico. Seems a lot more fun to grab some time under the stars rather than spend each night in a motel.

My question: What's my best bet to comfortably sleep outside while in the southwest in August? I'd prefer to do it without a tent. Do I need a sleeping bag? Sleeping pad? No fear of the outdoors here, just never roughed it quite this thoroughly.

Thanks for your help!

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It does get chilly overnight in NM, even in summer, especially on clear nights. You definitely need a pad to sleep on both to insulate your body and for comfort. If you're on a budget you can get a 24" x 72" "egg-crate" foam pad pretty cheaply -- I've even bought the ones you can use as a mattress topper from a discount store. If you can afford a little more, get a cloth-covered one from a camping store. On-line, CampMor's catalog has good deals. Take a small tarp or old shower curtain to put under it to keep it clean and dry. For a sleeping bag, either get an inexpensive light nylon bag with polyester fill or get one of the inexpensive polar-pile zippered bags AND a travel sheet liner (you can get these at CampMor or in places like Bed, Bath and Beyond.) The advantage of using the travel-sheet and polar-pile bag together is if you get too warm you can fold pack the pile and sleep under the sheet only.

Though it is great to sleep under the stars there is always the possibility of a shower and, more importantly, critters that will want to crawl in that nice warm bag with you (I don't want to scare you, but I woke up once in southern Utah to find a tiny scorpion had crawled in with me -- I was able to shoo him out and neither of us got hurt). I'd recommend getting a mosquito-netting backpacking type tent with a separate rain fly. I have one and it's nice to sleep out with the open sky but the protection of having the netting keeping the insects, ground squirrels and even tumbleweeds from landing on you. And if it starts to rain you can quickly clip on the rainfly. You can even get what's called a "bivy bag" which is a nylon sleeping bag cover that has like a mini tent of bug netting at the end around your head. CampMor has those as well. You could probably get everything you need for under $100. Here are links to examples of what I'm describing:

http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=7581&memberId=12500226

http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=39293865&memberId=12500226


Have a great trip -- NM is a beautiful state.

Is it legal to dry camp anywhere on national forest land, or do you have to stay in a designated campground?

busterhors

We're wanting to do tent camping for free if possible. We will be traveling from New Mexico through Utah, Idaho, Oregon, to Seattle, Washington.

Answer
http://www.angelfire.com/ia3/camping/campgrounds.htm
http://www.title-3.com/DryCamping.htm

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New York State Park Camping?

neptune032

Hello,
I'll be camping at a few state parks this year that I've never been to before. I was going to set up reservations in advance to help ensure that we get a good spot. I will be camping at all of the parks below and I need some suggestions on which sites to reserve at each park below:

Stony Brook State Park
Letchworth State Park
Chanango Valley State Park
Wellesley Island State Park

I'm a tent camper....

Thanks for the help!!!

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When you call to make your reservations, just tell them you'll be using a tent. If you need to be close to the comfort station due to a physical condition, tell them that too. They'll make sure you have a site reserved that just fits your needs. Stony Brook and Letchworth are worth seeing - Letchworth is near Genesee Gorge, the closest thing New York has to the Grand Canyon. It's awesome.
And if you need hints on things to do and places to visit near a particular campsite, they can tell you about what's to see and do at the campground office when you check in. If you plan carefully, you can schedule your visit to Letchworth on the same weekend as the annual Civil War reenactment. Call that campground's reservation number to find out what weekend it is...

Can I camp in a New York State Park at 18?

Andrew K

So im 18 years old and planning a hiking trip in about 2 weeks with a friend. We are probably going somewhere in the Adirondack Mountains.

I was told by someone you have to be 21 years old or with someone who is over 21 in order to stay at a state park. Is this true?

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Sure why not? You dont have to be 21 to my knowledge, I was camping with friends (oldest being 16 at the time) in NY state park and the rangers had no issue with it. As far asa getting permits go for certain shelters in the 'dacks you may need to be 21 to get one. (I`ve only applied for permits after I was 21 so I obviously never ran into an issue) If you are planning on tenting I wouldnt worry about it. Also, you may not be allowed into the 'dacks without a bear canister.

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Tent Camping in Extreme Heat?

Luo

Most of you are also facing this- the extreme heat and humidity we are going to have this week. Aside from spending lots of time in the water and the shade- how are you or have you kept cool in a tent in 80+ degree weather (even at night)?

We are heading out tomorrow- and was curious of some others suggestions. We plan on spending lots of time at the beach/in the pool- and we also are bringing two fans to put inside out tent to help with air circulation at night. Any other suggestions?

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Set your tent in as much natural shade as you can for the as much of the day as possible, especially the hottest part of the day. Erect tarps over your tent if there is no shade. We are using a 2 man pop up camping tent:http://www.quictents.com/peaktop/2-3man-pop-up-camping-tent.html.

Drink a lot of water and keep your skin covered if you are in the sunlight and not in the water.

There is only so much you can do to mitigate the heat in the evening, but you might try draping wet towels a ways out, in front of your fans. Use any mesh panels to their highest extent, meaning do not zip over them with window/door panels.

Tent Camping in Extreme Heat?

I hope everyone is enjoying the lazy days of summer. We're about to embark on our second annual camping trip next month. How do you stay comfortable when it's hot and humid ? We toured several campgrounds over the weekend and noticed a lot of campers with box fans... Does that work ?

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If you have power for a fan than you should use an air conditioner. If you can use an air conditioner you might as well use an RV. If you can afford an RV with todays high costs you would be better off staying in a motel.

Really though staying "cool" in hot weather camping is all about finding plenty of shade and keeping your tent well ventilated by setting it up in places with shade and good cross breezes. Hydration of your body as well drink lots of fluids and I use a personal mister to keep cool.
http://www.mistymate.com/

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camping!!!!!!!!!!!!????????????

kaylaz1978

we are going camping for the first time what is stuff we should bring i dont know what to take please help 2 alduts and 2 kids

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Ok lets start with the basics of your trip. You probably dont want to spend a ton of money so lets get you a list that will keep you cumfortable and having fun without breaking the bank.

Number one start with a good tent. Eureka makes many tents that are very durable and not all that expensive. Other good brands include Kelty, Coleman and Cabelas. Just get a tent that fits your family cumfortably. Pick up a can of seam sealer too. Seal your tent before you use it to ensure you will be dry. You will also need a tarp for your tent to sit on. All you need is a cheap blue tarp from your local home center.

You will want a air matress to sleep on. Try them out. They range from cheap foam ones to inflable ones. Again pick what one is cumfortable and fits your budget and your type of camping. Then you want a sleeping bag. If you are camping in the sumertime a cheap square bag will do just fine. Mummy bags and other types are for colder temps and they are also lighter. Take a blanket along just incase any of you get cold. You can line you bag with the blanket for a tosty warm night.

For clothing dress for the weather. Have some type of rain gear wether that be a 10 cent poncho or a 200 dolar rain suit. It is always smart to have some warmer clothes just in case it does get cold. Dont wear your best stuff either because camping is hard on your clothes. Extra socks are always a great thing to have. I cant count how many times I was glad to have a extra dry pair of socks. It is also a smart idea to pack your clothes in ziplock bags or dry bags. That way if the bottom of your tent gets wet your clothes dont also get wet. It happens more than you think.

For cooking any camp stove and a set of pots will work. Just have extra fuel for your stove. When cooking you can do any type of food. however for your fist trip try simple food. Remember you dont have a dishwasher to wash dishes in so dont make too big of a mess. Cheap dish pans can make dish washing much easier.

Go to a sporting goods store that isn't too expensive and really look at your gear. Take your time picking out what you need for what your doing.

Dont forget a flashlight! Also bring food packed for how you will cooked. The more prep you do at home the easier it is when your camping. Packing up also pack for the way you are going to need things. That way when it is dark your flashlight is right on top. Also practice setting up your tent at home. That way you will be able to set up your tent no mater what the conditions are.

tent or hotel??

vspinelli9

would you rather go to the beach and sleep in a hotel
or go to the beach and sleep on a campground in a tent??
please give me reasons for both.
=)

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Tents are cheaper and you will be close to nature, but it is usually hot at the beach and there is no air conditioner. Another problem with a tent at the beach is the amount of sand you end up with inside the tent. A lot of campground have pools, and plenty of activities to do, so that is a plus for camping.

In a hotel you have air condition, a nice soft bed, a bathroom. Campgrounds can sometimes be expensive, so you may be able to find a cheap motel for only a few $$$ more than a campsite.

We do tent camp, but not at the beach. So to answer your question, I'd rather sleep in a hotel at the beach, but if I were going somewhere cooler (like mountains) I'd like a tent.

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where can we go camping in MA or NH or MAIN?

237kk

i am trying to find a nice place tp go camping with my church (mostly young people) in the summer.
it should have a beach or lake or something with water.
....
any ideas???

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MASSACHUSETTS
Nickerson State Park in East Brewster (508-896-3491). At this 1,900-acre park on Cape Cod's elbow, you'll find saltwater tidal flats, coastal dunes and kettle ponds, formed by glaciers. Hikers and bikers are likely to catch a glimpse of the Cape's resident turtles, salamanders and great blue herons. Campfire events and a kids' program also make this a favorite place for families to return to each year.

MAINE
Cobscook Bay State Park in Edmunds Township (207-726-4412). If you're looking for a seaside adventure, pack your clam rake and head to this 888-acre stretch of undeveloped Maine coastline. The bay takes its name from the Native American word for boiling tide, and the tidal currents here ebb and flow wildly, creating rolling waters, tidal pools and prolific clam flats. It's one of the few places in the state where you can clam without a permit. Kids will be spellbound by the playful seals in the bay and the knobby-kneed moose that roam the woods. Pitch a tent at an oceanside campground, but remember to bundle up for the Maine summer nights.

NEW HAMPSHIRE
Franconia Notch State Park in Franconia (603-823-8800). The Old Man of the Mountain, an enormous, naturally chiseled granite profile, is the star of this 6,692-acre park. The rugged terrain also draws families who love to hike, fish or camp at the Appalachian Mountain Club's two backcountry huts.

What fun stuff is there to do in Glacier National Park?

This summer I am going to Glacier National Park because my dad is doing an ironman there. Does anybody have any ideas on fun stuff to do or good places to stay?!
*anything* helps
Thx!

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Backcountry Camping
Bicycling
Boating
Boat Tours and Rentals
Bus Tours
Camping
Fishing
Guided Hiking Trips
Hiking the Trails
Horseback Rides

Prepare for a variety of weather conditions and pack accordingly. You may start the day in a T-shirt and shorts, and need a parka by evening. Dress in layers. Always bring raingear.

http://home.nps.gov/applications/glac/cgstatus/cgstatus.cfm
Click on the above link to see the locations of Glacier's campgrounds.
Then click on the "tent" symbol next to the name of the campground you are interested in.
It will provide information concering fees, number of sites, plus many other details.
Example: A park ranger hosts nightly evening programs at the "Fish Creek" Amphitheater,
speaking on a variety of subjects about Glacier.
Please see the ranger guided activity schedule for more information.

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East Coasters - camp?

mkt

Several people I know from the East coast...or maybe just the East, call going to a summer home or cabin, "Camp". Which sounds so odd to me & my Western ears. We (western states) would called "going up to the cabin" or a summer home. So my question is .... what do you call it when you camp in a tent? Are they BOTH "camp"?
To Shareef - A summer home or cabin is a place you go to escape the summer heat or vacation in the mountains. I live in a place that is regularly 115 in the summer, to go fishing & hiking in 75 degree weather is a treat for our family - and it's nice to get out of the city.

Ours was in our family for 4 generations when it was sold. Now we rent one when we can get away.

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I wouldn't know. I'm from the East Coast, but we don't have such things as "summer homes." Why would you have a different home in the summer?

Best beach camping on the east coast?

Aidan B

I'm looking for a place for me and my girlfriend to camp on the beach(or near). I've looked into a few state parks in Delaware, Maryland, and virginia. They look okay but seem to be more for rvs and campers. I will be using a tent. Is there anything in the area that is better for tent camping? I live near Philadelphia, pa and would like to keep the drive under 4 hours.

Thanks!
Also, I would like to go south.
Should have been more clear. I don't want to be on the beach, I just want to be close to the beach.

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First Landing State Park in Virginia Beach is right off the beach with (if I recall correctly) mostly tent sites.

http://first-landing-state-park.org/

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best camping places in Michigan?

Sexy Chica

My husband and I are taking our 2 kids(15,11) to Mackinac Island Michigan for a long weekend and would like to do some tent camping after. Any suggestions on where? I was thinking the Upper Peninsula would be a good place but have never been there. Any ideas?

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I'd recommend any of the state parks. The first link below will get you started on information on the parks. But you should get your reservations made now, as these tend to fill up on weekends. DON"T just show up and expect to get a spot - it won't happen.

If you're at Mackinac, then Burt Lake State Park is not too far south of there. If you have a boat, you can get a lot of use from that based from Burt Lake. Otherwise, you can rent a canoe and take a ride on the Sturgeon River here. You could also go tubing, but it's probably a bit cold for that at this time of year. See the 2nd link for this park.

You can also get info on camping in the UP here. If you go north of Mackinac, you can go up to Taquamenon Falls or the Soo. The Soo Locks are an interesting day trip, and you can take a boat ride through the locks and learn about them. If you have your passports with you, pop across to Canada for awhile if you like, too.

If you go to the Soo, be sure to have lunch at The Antlers - a bar/restaurant located just east of the locks, and facing the water. Ask any local how to get there. Great food, and interesting decor. Ask for a tour of the bar.

You might try finding a place over near Traverse City, on the west side of the state. That's a popular tourist spot. Google it for more information - there is a ton of data out there on TC.

Question about camping and hiking.?

armydude13

I want to hike from Central New York to Minnesota to visit a friend. I'd rather walk than take a plane, drive, bus, or train simply because it's more cost effective and I get to see the sights more. I have already figured out how long it would take and I have the equipment to make the trip. My question is can I walk some ways off the road and set up a tent for the night? (I won't need to set fires, it'll just be for sleeping) I plan on walking around till dark and getting up with the sun. Also part of my route goes into Canada. I have a birth certificate, Social Security card, and a picture ID. Will that be enough to get through?

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You will have to get a passport to go through Canada -- you won't pass customs on the US side without one. That will take you at least 6 weeks unless you pay extra for expedited processing (will still take 2 weeks.) How long do you think this is going to take you? Even at a steady clip of 20 to 25 miles per day (about reasonable for a fit person carrying 35 to 40 pounds of gear) with an occasional "rest" day for restocking yourself, it will still take you at least 3 months. Getting pretty late in the year for that. By the time you hit the Michigan Upper Peninsula or northern Wisconsin it will already be snowing. Are you prepared for that?

Trying to "commando camp" along the roadside is asking for trouble. Almost all the property along your route will be privately owned and you are likely to raise the suspicions of both the police and residents. near city areas, you also risk encountering the chronically homeless in places along highways, some of whom have mental health and substance abuse issues and often don't like strangers on their "turf."

If you have experience with hiking and bakcpasking here is already an established hiking/camping route between NY and Minnesota called the North Country Trail.

http://www.northcountrytrail.org/

I've hiked portions of it in NY, PA and MI. It has plenty of areas along it you can safely and legally camp, including some State Parks where you will find shower facilities. Plus it runs near small towns where you can re-supply or rest when you need to. You will also encounter other hikers and campers which would add to the experience. It wanders off your course in some areas (total length is 4,600 miles!) but you could cut across the longer loops, like in Ohio by taking a bus or train from Dayton to southern Michigan and a shortcut again in eastern Minnesota by avoiding the northern loop.

You would need to watch where you camp in central Michigan as there are militia groups that own backwoods property in that area who do not appreicate trespassers. You'd be OK sticking with the North Country Trail there. That route, across the Michigan Upper Peninsula, is more scenic than going acorss Ohio and around the bottom of Lake Michigan and up through Illinois and Wisconsin -- too developed and too dangerous (not to mention boring).

You might want to look into the "couch surfing" social networking websites, where people offer each other places to crash all over the country. It can be a great way to meet new friends and travel cheaply. Having places like that to stay along the way would be preferable to trying to hang out on your own the whole time, especially as you get into rainier Fall weather.

My great-great-great grandfather and his brother walked from New York City to Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1832 to homestead there. They started in June, walking and hitching rides on canal boats and pack trains, spent the winter in Buffalo working in a stable, and then walked across Ontario in the Spring.

Sounds like you'll have a great adventure as long as you are properly prepared. Carry a couple of debit cards (always have one hidden somewhere on your body, not in your pack), and preferably a cell phone with a solar charger (you can get one at www.realgoods.com). Arrange to check in with someone at regular intervals along the way and be familiar with groups like Travelers Aid and the YMCA when you are passing through cities, for advice, places to spend the night and help if you have health or legal problems.

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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.

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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!

Is this camping tent (description below) large enough for 2 people and 2 dogs?

J

My fiance and I want to take the dogs hiking this summer. He is 5'11" and 230-lbs, I am 5'3" and 155-lbs, we have a 34-lb adult Beagle, and a Bloodhound puppy who is currently 16-lbs BUT she could get as big as 100-lbs.

The tent is 9-feet wide X 4.3-feet High X 7-feet deep. It has pockets for side storage. It is only $44 on Ebay, which is a great deal.

Does anyone with camping experience think this will be a good size for us? Thank you.

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Sorry, but any tent you can get on Ebay for $44 is NOT a "good deal". A tent at that price for that size is going to be substandard design and materials. It will most likely leak in rainy conditions and not be sturdy enough to withstand the rambunctious activity of a large puppy. In fact, some cheapo tents will collapse even in moderate use. If you are seriously planning to do this, spend a little more and get a good brand of tent. i would recommend getting a model that has a seperate vestibule at the entrance, kind of like a porch that has a rain fly over it but no floor and let the dogs stay out there. Dogs in a tent is a bad news situation. Their claws tend to damage the floor and they stink the place up with their breath and damp fur. They will be plenty cozy in a good vestibule and you can attach their leashes to ground pegs to keep them from wandering but still allow them to slip out and pee without having to get up and walk them.

Campmor.com has a huge variety of quality tents at all budget levels. Look at what they have and spend at least closer to $100 for a tent that will keep you dry and hold up to use.

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What are some points of interest in Quebec?

grafunit

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It all depends on your interests and what time of the year that you come here.

The two largest cities in Quebec are Quebec City (provincial capital) and Montreal. Both cities have been around for over 300 years so there are all sorts of historical buildings and things to see.

Quebec City was built on the site of an old fort, and so parts of the city are actually protected by fort walls that pass through the city. You can see the architecture, visit the museums, walk on battlefields (Plains of Abraham), and watch whales from a boat cruise of the St. Laurence river. In winter, there is a festival that includes all sorts of winter sports and activities, and even a hotel made of ice that only lasts a few weeks.

In Montreal, you have a very lively nightlife, the Old Port tourist area, museums, art galleries, Notre-Dame Basilica, and Mount Royal. In the summer, there is the fireworks festival, Just for Laughs comedy shows, Jazz festival, the casino, and the Grand-Prix of Montreal.

If you want to get away from the big cities, you can visit the Eastern Townships (south of Montreal) or the Laurentians (north of Montreal) in winter for snowshoeing or skiing, and hiking or golf in summer.

There is also the Gaspe region, where you can see great views of the ocean, icebergs, more whale watching, and have some of the best seafood in the province.

You can visit Hull, another city in Quebec that offers its own casino, and is only a bridge distance away from Canada's national capital, Ottawa where there are many sites to see.

Finally for the ultimate adventurist, if you like camping, hiking, and fishing, you can take a trip up to northern Quebec. Whether you decide to rent a cabin up there for the summer, or rough it using a tent and canoe, you can have your own piece of wilderness to get away from it all and just recharge your batteries away from cell phones and pagers.

How long does it take to bike from Quebec city to Montreal?

Kevin

The distance between the two is 226 kms. Can the trip be made in two days, given that we train before-hand? Should we invest in saddle bags so we do not tire ourselves out with the weight of our stuff on our backs? We would need to bring clothes, sleeping bags and a small tent.
We aren't traveling city centre to city centre, but we will be traveling on the roads that connect the two cities. We plan to make our way down the north side of the Saint Lawrence until we reach Trois-Riveres, then we will continue down the south side.

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I've ridden from Ottawa to Montreal (about 220 km) in one day, so 2 days should be quite possible for QC to Montreal.

That said, the actual distance will vary with your route and start/stop point, but may be greater than the 226 km you suggest, traveling with gear will be slower and more tiring than on a bare bike, you may be fighting significant headwinds along the river, and if loaded touring more than about 100-125 km in one day can be tough (Many riders plan on more like 80-100)..

I've done 'credit card touring" for 3-4 day trips of up to 150 km/day with just what I could carry in a handlebar pack and on a rear rack (Today, I'd use a rack pack), so depending on how much gear you plan to take you may not need to invest in panniers (See 1st link for some choices). If it were me, I'd consider what panniers (or other equipment) cost and unless I planned to tour regularly I'd suggest that a night in a motel would be less expensive (and allow for much lighter and faster riding).

If you do decide to camp consider what you REALLY need. Going without a tent (e.g. using a hammock with waterproof cover and netting or a bivy sack) can cut weight, and while more expensive than panniers initially can be used in all types of outdoor trips (canoeing, hiking, cycling).

Don't ever plan to do a trip of any length carrying a backpack (except maybe a hydration pack) ... it's just too uncomfortable.

See the 2nd link for maps and suggestions re route.

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Renting Camping Tents?

Robyn I

I live in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area in Texas. I am taking my kids camping this summer. W

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Buy a tent. I just bought a 5 person tent from WalMart for $50.

where to rent big camping tent?

frozendrin

well i am in IL and i need to rent a tent for about 5 days and for around 5-9 people so maybe one of the tents with too rooms or more. please tell me websites or stores where i can rent a big camping tent. thank you

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You can by a big tent for about the same cost as renting one. Buy it from a place you can return it. Clean it up re wrap it and your good to go

REI, Sport chalet rent camping gear

here is a big tent for cheap
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Wenzel-Great-Basin-18-x-10-Tent-Blue-and-Taupe/13228640

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Arizona camping??

Helen D

Planning a camping trip and I was wondering if anyone has camped in any good areas in Arizona? swimming-hiking-fishing would be nice!! If anyone knows anything about Clear Creek Campsite can you give me some info!! It will be appreciated!!

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Hi. I haven't been to Clear Creek but know the area. If you plan on going in summer, it's hot. Already around the Camp Verde area the temps are in the 100's to 105's during the day. Summer in AZ is the time to go up higher towards Flagstaff. Lake Mary is a nice pine filled area and the temps will be a bit cooler. Lake Mary turn off is just before you hit Flag if you're heading north on I-17. There's also Mormon Lake out there too. The Mogollon Rim (if you're not from AZ, it's pronounced 'Moe- gee- on ...a hard G like in gear) near Payson is a nice area. Christopher Creek campground is shaded by pine, also Canyon Point campground up the road from Christopher Creek campground has more sites and they are a nice distance from your camping neighbor. Both campgrounds have camp hosts. There are a lot of lakes in the area of the rim, and camping, and since it's national forest, you could pull off onto one of the dirt roads and set up camp for free. During the summer months though, the days still warm up even in the higher elevations, that's perfect for frolicking around water, but I would suggest taking a tarp or two to shade your camp site (and tent perhaps). Currently, there are fire restrictions. Last I looked you could have a campfire but only in designated areas. Flagstaff elevation is 7,000 feet and Payson is around 4,900 feet. Hope this helps!

Does anybody know of ANY "back country", or "off the beaten path" tent camping in the N/E parts of Arizona?

scott

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I'm assuming that NE Arizona means the NE quadrant, framed by the border, I-40 and Highway 89.

What you want to do is called "dispersed camping". There is a boat load of primitive camping available on BLM land in most parts of Arizona, but apparently there is no BLM land in NE Arizona.

Most of the land here is Indian land - administered by the tribes and the federal Bureau of Indian Affairs. In NE Arizona, the Hopi and the Navajo have reservations (the Hopi reservation is completely surrounded by the Navajo reservation).

You will need a permit for a small fee ($5 to $10) from the tribe to camp on their lands. The classic vistas of Monument Valley are on Navajo land, as is Antelope Canyon. It appears as if the Navajo Nation allows camping in designated campgrounds, as well as backcountry.

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