| People the world over love camping out | | | | this size be adequate during a stretch |
| in a marvelous setting in a tent. Think | | | | of bad weather? Does this give you |
| about it for a moment. The hoot of an | | | | enough space to sleep? A set up likes |
| owl at night, the crickets serenading | | | | this on how you will feel. Record and |
| you. It is such a departure from your | | | | take the measurements when you go |
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| can't wait for the next camping trip, | | | | Consider Weight Of Tent |
| you would know the basic camping tent is | | | | The carrying weight and packed size are |
| a key to your enjoyment. This article | | | | also of concern to most outdoor |
| will explain how to find a tent just | | | | enthusiasts. The classic 3 season |
| right for you and your family. | | | | family camping tents that accommodate |
| Understand Your Basic Requirements | | | | two to three people usually weigh four |
| Anyone in the market for a camping tent | | | | to nine pounds. You can find that info |
| will be well served to keep some things | | | | on the tent's hang tag. The given |
| in mind in what your family would want | | | | weight should include tent body, the |
| in a new one. At the top of your list | | | | stuff sack, the rain fly and the poles. |
| is a tent with the following: strength, | | | | Small, light solo tents [often termed a |
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| very durable. You always want those | | | | waterproof fabric shell and weighs no |
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| Always remember the first priority in a | | | | campers and climbers. Ordinary family |
| tent is shelter. Do your homework. All | | | | camping tents are upwards of 20 pounds |
| it takes is a heavy wind or a strong | | | | in weight. Your typical 4 season camping |
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| a quality tent and the cheap one made | | | | than the 3-season design. |
| for the fast sale at your discount | | | | Once you are at your camping ground the |
| warehouse. | | | | tent you buy will serve as home away |
| Understand Size Of Tent | | | | from home for you. Once you understand |
| An excellent method to figure out | | | | what you need and what is available to |
| necessary tent size requires a mock | | | | buy, you can make an informed choice. |
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| on the floor. Use chairs for the four | | | | may find the perfect deal for you. |
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