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Hello fellow campers!
This blogging area is for you. It's open to anyone with the love of camping and the outdoors and has good inforrmation to share. At thetentcampsite.com we want to give campers the opportunity to start a community of information sharing about any topic of interest that relates to camping. Talk to us about your experiences such as product use, campgrounds you visited, your family camping vacation, backpacking excursions, your favorite camping website, etc. But please keep information pertinent to this and please keep it clean.
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The Tent Campsite Blog
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By Naomi West
Kids enjoy to be able to spend time outside as long as it isn't too hot. It allows them to explore their imaginations and pretend they are in a new land and that they are exploring it for the first time. It likewise grants them to run off any extra energy that they might have. This is why many of them enjoy to camp.
The one thing that kids do not like about camping is the food that we will bring for them. The standard campers will bring along preserved nuts and beans.
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By Mark R. Crawford
Planning a camping trip can be a bit of a challenge. There are so many essentials you have to remember to bring along. This is not only for your comfort, but also for your safety. That includes having a properly working light. Even if you plan on staying in a trailer or otherwise in a relatively lit up area, you never know when the power could go out and you would need a light to see.
An HID flashlight is a must. HID flashlights, or High Density flashlights, are much brighter than your standard flashlights, but use up pretty much the same amount of energy.
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By Arnel Prieto Solis
When you go out for camping, there is a need to do careful planning so that you will have a safe and comfortable camping. The following are the best tips in order for you and your family to have a comfy, thus, memorable camping experience.
The primary gear that you have to procure is the tent. You need to have the best choice of camping tent. The choice of tent will somehow vary on what type you want and on what weather condition you will have the camping.
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By U-Jay Oprma
Today, the most common portable stoves that you will find on the market are powered by propane or by butane. Both gases are used regularly for many different purposes, but propane is considerably more popular and common throughout most of the world. Propane is used to heat houses up, to fuel barbecues and lanterns and also used in some vehicles (as LPG). Butane powered gas stoves tend to burn more efficiently than propane ones, and the butane gas is also cheaper.
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By Jacob
Volkswagen was one of the first manufacturers of the camper van. The VW camper van, also known as a minibus, was first introduced in 1950 and gained in popularity as an inexpensive way to take the family on vacation. In the 1950s, the Volkswagen camper van, also know as Type 2, was one of two car models produced by Volkswagen. The VW camper van is not only a classic but also holds iconic status in recent American history, as it was closely associated with the counter-culture of the 1970s.
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By Jessica Tucker
With rumbling rivers, beautiful lakes, dense alpine forests, and hot desert areas; Western Canada holds an array of options for every flavor of camper. Depending on the amenities required, desired destination, and length of your trip, a great camping spot can be found.Provincially run camp grounds and RV parks provide campers with several different levels of services from dry camping facilities with no services, for those seeking the rustic experience to fully-serviced, beautifully maintained camps perfect for families or those insist on a hot shower and bathroom facilities and the end of the day.
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No matter how adventurous you are or how tactful you are in emergency situations, human beings are always pitied against weather adversities. The weather has a course of its own and can change without a single notice, which can leave stranded on the most unlikely of places.
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By Arthur Ortega
Is your sport enthusiast well-equipped for that highly anticipated camping trip? Some essential starter tools to take on a camping trip include a good hand axe stored in an axe sheath, bucket and a shovel. When evaluating good camping trip equipment items that can be used for more than one task are best because they reduce the equipment required to be packed. It is important that all packed items are in good and usable condition because having arrived at campsite with a broken or damaged item may mean that a camper is now ill-equipped.
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By Jeremy P. Stanfords
Camping is something everyone can enjoy from a very young age to a ripe old age. There is just nothing in the world like finding the perfect spot, communing with nature, taking in the breathtaking sights, breathing fresh air, roasting marshmallows over an open fire, and waking up feeling truly rested after a peaceful sleep under the stars. Before enjoying all that nature has to offer, it is important to find the perfect spot. Consider what season, what region the trip will take place in and whether or not children will be present.
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By Paul Garnett
For those of you that do not participate in winter camping and just restrict yourselves to summer camping you may be thinking that this article is not yet relevant to you. But it actually is. Now if you are in the market for a new camping wardrobe then now is a very good time to take a look and maybe purchase. Christmas is now done with as are the new year sales and retailers have to do something to keep turnover ticking over. And with this element and the fact that camping is out of season just take a look at the prices of camping wardrobes.
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By Rachel Nunez
If you like hiking, mountain climbing, or just traveling and camping out, then sleeping bags come in very handy. Sleeping bags are comfortable readymade beds. Very easy to set up. You will just lay it and you are ready to use it. But note that not all sleeping bags are the same. You have to take in some considerations before choosing the best sleeping bags for you. How are you going to use it? You must first check your condition and needs.
For instance, just some of the things that you should be asking before buying sleeping bags are the weather, quality or material, the condition, shape and size, and weight and portability.
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By Ethan Ribb
Choosing camping tents can be a very tough task. There are many variables, which means a little research will have to go in to choosing one. Some of these variables include:
1. Tent Size
2. Cost
3. Weather ConditionsTent Size:
Choosing the tents size also depends on a number of variables.
· How many people will be camping?
· How tall is the average camper?
· How much room will you need for storage and supplies in each tent?
· How big is your campground site?If you're going camping with two adults and two children, the average size family, you may only need one large tent (if the children are small).
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by Jonsky Sicuna
When hiking in hot weather you are either hiking in the rainforest or in the desert. Both are complete opposites of each other so your camping and hiking gear would be different also.
Hiking in the Desert.
Deserts are areas that receive less than 9 inches of rainfall annually. Water is scarce and you need to carry all your water. The prospect of hiking in the desert may not seem appealing. Who wants to walk for long distances in a barren desolate, hot and dry landscape? Yet the desert can be surprisingly beautiful in its own special way.
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By Temperance Welsh
As the end of summer approaches, many people are trying to get in their camping trips for the year. Tent camping is becoming more and more popular, especially as people can't afford to purchase trailers and motor homes in this economy. Before packing up for your first tent camping trip, there are a few things that you should bring with you!
1 - Waterproofed tent - Some tents will come already pre-sealed, but the majority are not. Be sure to go over all the seams and door ways in your new tent with a sealant and allow it proper time to dry before going on your first camping trip.
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By: Christine Harrell
Yellowstone National Park, the nation's first national park, is full of natural beauty, science and history. Yellowstone is home to half of the world's geothermal features and provides one of the best, most easily accessible windows into the inner-workings of our earth anywhere. Yellowstone National Park also has a rich human history that extends back more than 11,000 years.
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By Sandy Baker
Your tent is one of the main parts of your hiking or camping trip. Without a tent, you leave yourself exposed to the elements at night. Yet, it is not always easy to set up the tent correctly the first time you head out. In fact, it’s wise to do a test run at home, before you leave for your trip to insure that you know how to do it. If not, how do you think you will do after you have hiked for six to eight hours?
Therefore, there are a few points that you should know about tents to insure that you buy the right one, in the right manner and then set them up correctly to insure you get the most out of them.
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By Wade Robins
If you need the thrill of white water rafting you do not have travel far. White water rafting in Pennsylvania provides all the fun and excitement you would get if you travel to the south side of the country. You might find the Youghiogheny River fits your needs for excitement and adventure. It is located in the Ohiopyle State Park in Pennsylvania. The rushing rapids and the over powering waves sit right in the western part of the state.
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By Katie Appleby
Are you looking for a great place to go camping? Do you enjoy the beach? Then New Jersey beach camping is the perfect activity for you. There are many different and incredible places to enjoy camping. New Jersey offers a great variety of different types of beaches. Many beaches have New Jersey's famous piers and are loaded with attractions. The southern shore of New Jersey offers several great camping locations. Below is a short description of a few favorite locations.
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By Darren Z
Extending approximately 280 miles, the Delaware River is the longest un-dammed stretch of river east of the Mississippi River. Because the river is partially protected, it is free from large scale commercial and industrial development. It is clean and clear and serves as a watershed for about 15 million people located in New York City and New Jersey, and also serves as a major recreation attraction for the people of eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York City.
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By Peter Gitundu
Are you planning to go camping? Or do you want to try the great outdoors and yet stay away from really harsh terrain then look no further than State parks Pennsylvania. The state parks website offers you booking for all kinds of activities that include one day hiking, picnicking or book for weekend getaways and vacations.
Pennsylvania is one of the State's with the most parks available, with one hundred and twenty parks. This makes Pennsylvania the third largest state after California and Alaska.
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By Linda O.V. Williams
Magnificent. Awe-inspiring. Breathtaking.
Words alone can't express or do justice to the natural wonder and spectacular beauty that is Acadia National Park - especially in the fall when the region is ablaze with color. From the pounding surf washing against the rocky shores to the park's stunning peaks and vistas, Acadia is a virtual wonderland for nature lovers.
More than 2 million people a year make the trek to Acadia National Park, making it Maine's most visited attraction.
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By David D. Sprake
Going camping is an exciting adventure provided you have a comfortable tent to keep you cosy and sheltered when required. Every individual has a particular need that varies from person to person and it is up to you to decide which kind of tent will suit your needs best. You can choose a tent depending on the space that you will require, the weight you can carry and the weather conditions of the area you are planning to visit. There are various tent manufacturers who can provide you high standards in terms of material and durability and these are tested for quality and reliability.
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by Ted Marcus
A car fridge can prove to be very useful when you go camping. As these camping sites are usually away from stores and malls, this is a very handy addition to your camping gear. When you are completely equipped, your camping experience will be a pleasurable one to remember for a long time.
Recently I went on a trip with my son to a hot and dusty part of the country. Unfortunately, we were not equipped with a camping fridge, and we had warm water and juice for days.
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By Michael Kohler
Camping can be one of the most rewarding recreational activities that a person can embark upon. However, when considering going on a camping trip, there are many items one must consider before jaunting off into the wilderness. If you are new to the camping scene, there are a lot more things to consider than one would think. To begin with, if you are going on any kind of a camping trip at all, camping gear is a necessity and it is often far more than some tent and sleeping bag.
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By S. Bennett
What is it that makes us want to sleep out under the stars or cook over an open flame? What is it that makes us want to be out enjoying God's great creation? Is it something encoded in our DNA? Whatever it is, it makes life interesting doesn't it?!
A person that lives a camping life spends most of the time thinking about the next camping trip. When they are packing up at the end of a trip, they are already planning the next one. They will plan a vacation based on the location's campgrounds or backpacking permits.
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By Sam Jordan
One of the best parts of going camping is the cooking that is involved in it. There are many easy camping recipes that can be made when camping, which generally taste better than it would have at home!
Beginner campers tend to comprise camping packing lists to ensure that they will not forget vital items. However, now the aggravating decision as to what to take camping arises. A commonly used method to avoid forgetting equipment is to formulate a packing checklist for camping.
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When I think of church camp songs, I tend to think of those songs that are bible oriented or African-American spirituals. Actually, at the church camps I have attended, they pretty much like to sing what everybody else likes to sing: silly songs, folk songs, old time songs and other traditional campfire songs. In addition, they also like to sing upbeat, religious songs.
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The idea of sitting down and planning an event can sound really dull but it's important to remember that proper planning can really help you to get the most out of many situations. This is undoubtedly true when it comes to camping holidays.
Camping trips can be great fun but, unlike when you're staying in a hotel, you obviously have to expect to find pretty basic conditions on most sites.
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Hello folks,
This tent care information is from Eureka. It is very good. Enjoy!
TENT CARE:Cleaning- Clean the tent by setting it up and wiping it down with a mild soap (liquid hand soap) and lukewarm water solution.
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Hi folks,
One of the most beautiful areas in the eastern mountains of this great land is Nature's Mountain Playground of Pocahontas County West Virginia. It has 5 state parks, one national, and two state forests, and a world renowned ski resort. Seneca State Forest is an ideal place to enjoy tent camping or lodging in a rustic cabin along with great outdoor recreation. Cabins built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's now provide a nostalgic lodging experience.
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Hello fellow campers!
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