How do I get into camping?

Josh

me and a friend want to start camping, and hiking. We are from Western New York, and would first like to start out in our area (or near us - alleghany, adirondacks, ect.). We have never really done this before and not sure where to start. Does anyone have any good websites or good hiking trails that they know of? We are looking for something which we can complete in a weekend, and have to spend a night or two in the wilderness. Any info or suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks =)

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Camping doesn't have to be a big deal, but you should plan it and be smart about it. Keep your wits about you.

the first thing to do is get/rent some basic camping gear and camp in a nearby campground to get an idea of what it's all about. Be sure not to skimp on the tent, sleeping bags, foam pads, and outerwear. If you do, you'll not be happy and be unlikely to do it again. The priority is to ensure your warmth and weather protection, as well as being well-fed and hydrated. The major drawback to campground camping is the noise. People come in with RVs, diesel trucks at all hours of the night, rowdy kids and inconsiderate people talking and laughing too loud for anyone to sleep. Get this book: "The best in tent camping, New England". This book helps you to avoid the noise and yahoos of the RV/Trailer/Family camping world.

Join MeetUp.com and find a local group that likes to camp. They'll be the experts for your area. I don't know much about the Alleghenies, but the Adirondaks offer stellar camping/hiking locations. The Adirondaks is also one of the largest wilderness areas of the US, so you need to be prepared for weather and all else. Visit your local EMS or REI store for these locations. They'll steer you right for locations and the proper gear. They have guidebooks for these areas that help you to get there, find parking, find the trailhead and where and where not to camp.

Appalachian Trail: camping sites in New York area. Can I set up a tent anywhere on the Trail?

I want to take a train to Appalachian Trail from NYC and pitch a tent for a night. Should I do it in designated areas only, or I can set up a tent anywhere along the trail? If it must be in special areas only, where can I get the map of the areas? I would prefer a somewhat secluded area with not much people around, but within a walking distance from Pawling train station (Metro-North). Iâm familiar with Leave No Trace principles.

I know how to get to the trail from NYC. The only thing I'm not sure about is where I can pitch a tent.

Thanks!
Thanks for responses. I have additional questions. The official Appalachian Trail webpage says the following: "You can usually pitch a tent near a shelter, but your guidebooks will also indicate the locations of designated campsites at intervals along the Trail." Question: does anyone know any designated campsites locations in that area? I don't have the book⦠I was thinking maybe some of you guys know.

Also it says: "In some areas, particularly the national forests of the Virginias and the southern Appalachians, "dispersed camping" is allowed. Dispersed camping means you can choose your own place to camp, but it carries with it a special responsibility of leaving no trace⦠" Question: does anyone know any "dispersed camping" locations in that area?

Thanks!

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Try and get a map for Harriman State Pk, the AT runs right through the park, actually the entire trails lowest point is in Harriman. There are a few leanto sites, your supposed to pitch a tent withing 500ft from the shelter.

EDIT:
Dispersed camping is camping anywhere that has a durable ground (i.e not on moss or fragile plants) and you must be at least 200 feet from the trail and any water source. here are the Leave No Trace Principles to help you out with the dispersed camping. Follow these prniciples and you wont run into a problem with dispersed camping:
http://lnt.org/programs/principles.php

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Should Florida build green tent towns for the homeless?

Paul

Then have prison clean up crews clean up their old camp sites. These tent towns would have to build showers, daily food cafeterias, & toilets etc. Keep Florida Beautiful.

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In New York City, they have complexes called "The Projects" which are where the government built massive apartments for the poor. The result were drug and crime infested ghettos where the poor felt trapped. Concentrating the poor in out of the way sites is simply cruel and inhumane. The Boston area has an interesting approach, every developer is required to spread a certain percentage of homes throughout their developments as subsidized housing. The homes must be identical to the other homes in everything except the extras. The result is that the poor are treated as normal people, the children grow up in a healthy community and they have hope for the future.

Camping basics and long island?

John

I was told but someone that camping is alot of fun.

Is october to late to camp in new york , long island?

Will it get too cold? What will I need? Is it expensive? I am planning to buy a decent sized tent (4+ people plus) but I don't want to buy it yet if camping in october isn't good.

Also.. me and my buds want to smoke marijuana while camping. Have you done it? I think it would be amazing. Tell me anything you can to help... what I need ect

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I`ll be out camping and fishing out on Long Island the first weekend in October (Next weekend). The water is probably going to be warmer than the air so swimming is definitely in. Do you have any idea where on LI you want to go? Because you can go way out to Montauk and Hither Hills State Park. Prices all depend on where you choose to go. Just check the weather a few days before you go. Just remember, tent stakes are useless in sand use a shopping bag or pie pans are your best bet- fill them with sand to secure your tent.

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Camping two hours or less from new york city?

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Nikki P

we are taking a trip and staying in camp grounds along the way. We will be visiting times square and need a place to stay near there. we are tent camping only.

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There is a RV campground ( http://www.libertyharborrv.com ) directly across the river from Manhattan in Jersey City and a KOA camp ( http://koa.com ) not too far from the city that has tent sites available.

Where to go camping inexpensively and without a car near NYC?

km1312

Need a fairly cheap tent campground with basic bathroom and drinking water facilities near hiking trail(s). Looking to head there Friday evening after work and return Sunday evening on a train and/or bus.

Thanks!

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Floyd Bennett Field
Manhattanites have always considered Brooklyn to be something of a wilderness, but it may still come as a surprise to learn that you can actually camp thereâand weâre not talking about sleeping on the sidewalk. This abandoned-airport-turned-national-park in Marine Park has room for about 100 campers, each site with a fire pit and picnic tableâand not much else. (It may be the only place in New York City where holes in the ground are considered acceptable bathroom facilities.) Itâs a little slice of serenityâ¦with bonus noise from JFK-bound planes that occasionally fly nearby!
Price: $50 per campsite for a three-night stay.
Getting there: Take the 2 or 5 train (at rush hour) to Flatbush Avenue and transfer to the Rockaway Parkâbound Q35 bus. Call 718-338-3799 for reservations.

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Where is the best place for camping at Lake George?

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E

I want to go tent camping at Lake George
and I want a woodsy site. Which is the best campground
that would have such a site?
THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS!

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New York State has a lovely affordable campground at Moreau Lake, its about 15 mins from Lake George (Moreau is just off exit 17 on the NYS Thruway)(Lake George is exit 20).The sites are sandy, drive in sites and there is a beach and hiking as well. Check out the web site, I go every year and enjoy it. Its also near Saratoga Race Track! Have fun.

What's a good New York state park with camping,biking and nature trails, like Letchworth?

wakum6

I camped in Letchworth last year but I want to do something different this year. I would like a place in the Adirondacks but it's not necessary. Need tent camping though

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Well Harriman State Park is closer to the city, has plenty of what you are looking for.

The Adirondacks is a park, so you can essentially go to anyplace in the 'dacks and go camping. Its larger than Yosemite, Yellowstone and the grand canyon combined. the 'dacks are 6.1million acres- the largest protected area in the US.

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Where can I go camping in New York or other nearby states?

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sik892

I want to go camping this weekend but I don't know where to go. This is what I am looking for. Somewhere in upstate New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey or anywhere else not to far from NYC. I want to go tent camping and I am looking for something secluded, meaning I don't want to be at a campground with other people and RVs, I want just a random place in the woods where it will be just me and my friends. And it would be nice if they have a river or lake nearby.

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In PA you can camp in the state forest land with no one camping near you. You will need a permit (free) and they will either mail it or fax it to you. Check out the website www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry/camping

This site has maps and shows you trails and things to do while camping. It will also tell you how to obtain a camping permit.

Have fun!!

Where is the best place for camping at Lake George?

E

I want to go tent camping at Lake George
and I want a woodsy site. Which is the best campground
that would have such a site?
THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS!

Answer
New York State has a lovely affordable campground at Moreau Lake, its about 15 mins from Lake George (Moreau is just off exit 17 on the NYS Thruway)(Lake George is exit 20).The sites are sandy, drive in sites and there is a beach and hiking as well. Check out the web site, I go every year and enjoy it. Its also near Saratoga Race Track! Have fun.

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How much would a lifestyle like this cost? Overall and yearly?

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Kirby

I have been thinking about buying a flat acre of land and simply living year round in a tent there. Of course I would also have a car to go to work and such but overall just me a tent some camping equipment and some land. How much?

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It depends where this acre of land is, if it's an acre in New York, well then good luck finding one. But, food and utilities would not be much at all.

What is the best place to camp in Adirondacks NY?

Lost007

Hi

What's the best place to camp in the adirondacks NY and close to the nyc? Camp site that has decent hiking trails, water fall, or maybe rafting and fun things to do.

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Do you know that the Adirondacks is the largest National Park in the US, bigger than Yellowstone and Yosemite combined? There are hundreds of camping areas, dozens of lakes and waterways and thousands of miles of trails. There is no "best" place to camp, almost every area is great in some way. If you want to be as close to New York City as possible, and it sounds like you want outfitter provided experiences like rafting and car-camping tent sites, I suggest you look on line at commercial campgrounds around the Lake George and Glens Falls areas, less than an hour north of Albany. These sites will have photos and descriptions of the resources and scenery in those areas.

http://www.adirondackcampgrounds.com
http://www.lakegeorge.com/camping/

Because August is a peak month for camping in the 'Dacks, it would be best if you made sure you had a reservation at any campsite before heading up there -- don't count on being able to just drop in wherever you want this time of year.

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How to get rid of a crocodile that is threatening my family?

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Jenny

I'm out camping near Camp York with my family and a large reptilian beast is lurking outside of our tent. My daughter is extremely upset and my son keeps saying he's going to go outside and wrestle the crocodile.
My husband has fainted with fright and I can't wake him.

I'm quite frantic so I've whipped out my macbook pro and the wi-fi is on so that I have net access and get get live news updates/check Facebook etc

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"How to get rid of a crocodile that is threatening my family?"

Just get rid of your family and the crocodile will lose interest.

"My daughter is extremely upset and my son keeps saying he's going to go outside and wrestle the crocodile."

That's the son dealt with.

"My husband has fainted with fright and I can't wake him."

Just roll him out the tent. For goodness sakes, get a sense of proportion! The only challenge you're left with is getting rid of that hysterical daughter. You don't need news channels and Facebook to deal with such a trivial matter.

Where is the best place for camping at Lake George?

E

I want to go tent camping at Lake George
and I want a woodsy site. Which is the best campground
that would have such a site?
THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS!

Answer
New York State has a lovely affordable campground at Moreau Lake, its about 15 mins from Lake George (Moreau is just off exit 17 on the NYS Thruway)(Lake George is exit 20).The sites are sandy, drive in sites and there is a beach and hiking as well. Check out the web site, I go every year and enjoy it. Its also near Saratoga Race Track! Have fun.

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