Going out camping is not something impromptu that you do whenever you feel like. If you want to camping then plan for it in advance. The first thing to be done is deciding which campsite you are going to go to. There are usually two types of campsites. There is the impromptu area site and of course there is the dedicated area. The impromptu area is for hikers and backpackers. The dedicated area has all sorts of amenities or improvements that a camper might need.
Here some factors are discussed for selecting a campsite:
Accessibility:
Accessibility is the main factor while selecting the campsite. You need to ask some questions like – how are you planning to go to your campsite? Is it a drive up campsite or is accessible via a foot trial? If you can reach your campsite via a foot trail, I would propose choosing a campsite with a half mile or less walk for your camping trip.
Views or attractions:
Consider how your campsite looks, what is there and whether it has good views or not. You will not enjoy if you go and camp in a boring place when there are lots of beautiful campsites available.
Water:
After getting a campsite in your mind, the next thing you need to do is check whether it has clean water access or not. If the spot doesn’t have clean water, you are required to take all of the water that you need.
Sourced from: http://www.campingtourist.com/camping-tips/factors-you-need-to-consider-while-selecting-a-campsite/
Now camping is not camping if you do not carry with you the required essentials. These could be your survival kit out there. You never know what might happen so it is better to ensure that your backpack contains these items.
Updated Ten Essential “Systems”
· Navigation (map and compass)
· Sun protection (sunglasses and sunscreen)
· Insulation (extra clothing)
· Illumination (headlamp/flashlight)
· First-aid supplies
· Fire (waterproof matches/lighter/candles)
· Repair kit and tools
· Nutrition (extra food)
· Hydration (extra water)
· Emergency shelter
Sourced from: http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/ten-essentials.html
Camping is a good old fashioned way to have fun and it has never run out of fashion. This could probably be the reason why some people take it lightly and make lots of mistakes when out in the world
Mistakes will put a damper on any adventure.
1. Being unprepared for the weather.
“It seems like a no-brainer, but you’d be surprised at how often that happens,” says Molly Schroer, public affairs specialist at Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Gatlinburg, Tenn. Weather patterns in the mountains are dynamic and often change quickly and dramatically. Be prepared for a range of conditions, including lightning and high winds, and always carry rain gear to avoid hypothermia, even in summer.
2. Not checking on fire bans.
Many people think a campfire is a must for camping, but in dry areas, especially in drought years or on windy days, fires can spread too quickly. Visitors should prepare to have a back-up plan (a camp stove or food that does not need to be heated) in case fires are forbidden. Visit park websites before you go to see the most up-to-date fire bans.
Sourced from: http://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/destinations/2014/08/09/10-mistakes-campers-make/13731793/