| A camping trip is a somewhat low cost way to | | | | An advantage of shopping at sporting goods |
| take a vacation, but you will need some camping | | | | stores is that they have the newest and most |
| equipment to make it an enjoyable trip. Some | | | | updated camping equipment. A few popular |
| people stay at a cabin or take their motor home, | | | | brands they carry are Coleman, Eureka and Kelty. |
| but if either of these options doesn't suit you then | | | | Both Coleman and Eureka carry large camping |
| you will need a tent. Not only must a tent hold | | | | equipment lines that offer everything from simple |
| you and any other campers, but all of your gear | | | | utensils to extravagant tents and backpacks. |
| and suitcases. | | | | Eureka is known for offering sound quality |
| Proper lighting is camping equipment must haves. | | | | equipment and reasonable prices. If you need a |
| You will need a variety of flashlights and lanterns. | | | | new backpack, sleeping bag or tents take a look |
| Many campgrounds have fire pits at each area | | | | at the Kelty line. If unsure about what camping |
| and bringing your own firewood will save you time | | | | gear to purchase ask the employees at the store. |
| when building a fire. You can even take electric | | | | They can help find products in your price range |
| lighting if the campground has power for such | | | | that are known for good quality. |
| equipment. | | | | If there are young children in your group you will |
| Other essential camping equipment includes all | | | | need specialized backpacking equipment that fits |
| needed cooking pots, pans and eating utensils. Of | | | | them just right. Coleman is known for offering an |
| course you will need to take any personal hygiene | | | | array of products that are easy for children to |
| items that you'll want. Other potential element | | | | use. Why not set your new camper up with |
| problems include bugs, sun and poison oak. Take | | | | utensils just their size? A few kid sized items are |
| along necessary bug spray, sunscreen and any | | | | sure to make the youngster's first camping |
| rash cream that you may have. If purchasing a | | | | experience a fun one. |
| bunch of camping equipment sounds expensive, | | | | Summary: |
| your local Army surplus store may have the | | | | Having reliable camping equipment is essential |
| items you need at reduced costs. | | | | when planning an outdoor adventure. Finding the |
| Another great way to purchase camping gear at | | | | best gear need not be expensive. Your local |
| a discounted price is at yard and garage sales. | | | | sporting goods store has many sales on the off |
| Often time's people purchase backpacking | | | | season and yard sales are a great way to find |
| equipment and then either never or rarely used. If | | | | second hand bargains. Regardless of your budget |
| it is the off season, sporting goods stores may | | | | there is camping gear available that will make your |
| have camping equipment either on sale or on | | | | vacation fun and memorable. |
| clearance. | | | | |