Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
What type of camping?
Why do you want to go camping? Are you looking for a
cheap family vacation? Or do you want to get far away
from it all, camping wild in the backcountry? Once you've
decided what you want from your camping experience,
then you can start to think about where to go and what
you'll need. Make a list of all the different factors that
have to be considered before you spend money on tents
and other equipment. Here are some things to think about:
Ask yourself:
Do you want to get away from it all?
If you're looking to
commune with nature, think about going wild.
What kind of campsite would you prefer? Some
campgrounds will have all sorts of facilities such as
showers, stores, play areas for children, and even
swimming pools. But they will be probably be busy. Some
are highly organized, with designated shower areas and
numbered sites for your tent. Others are little more than
fields where you can pitch your tent wherever you like.
What time of year will you be camping? Just summer? Or
spring and fall too? This will affect the quality of tent you
buy, and the thickness of your sleeping bag.
How many people will you be sharing a tent with? Will
they be adults or older children and will they need their
own separate compartments? Or will you be taking young
children and want to stay together in one large space?
