Camping Etiquette - What Not to Do at Camp

Camping is awesome! Spending time campingdown. You'd be surprised at just how far voices
outdoors with friends and family is an experiencecarry, especially in the woods.
like no other.- If you bring a dog with you, please pick up after
When it comes to outdoor camping, however,it. Never leave your dog unattended or allow it to
there is a cardinal rule - that you leave yourbark excessively, especially at other campers.
campsite as you found it, and be conscious ofKeep it tethered to your site and don't allow your
other campers around you.dog to dig holes. You don't want someone lodging
Camping etiquette should be practiced bya complaint against you, which could have you
everyone and far too many times my ownevicted from the campground.
outdoor camping experiences have been disturbed- Make sure your dog is leashed at least 6 feet
by loud music, people running through myaway from a neighboring camp.
campsite and boisterous late-night conversations.- Never cut trees for firewood. Bring your own or
Here are some camping tips for good campingbuy some.
etiquette:- Never dump trash or waste into streams, lakes,
- Obey camping rules. They're in place for thecreeks or rivers as this contaminates the water
safety and enjoyment of the campground andsources.
everyone in it.- Whatever you bring in, bring out, including your
- Respect the rights of other campers. Be awaretrash unless there are designated trash bins or
of their territory - meaning, rather than walkingreceptacles in the campground. Recycle whenever
through their site, walk around it. If you plan topossible. Always try to leave the campsite cleaner
play games, limit them to your own campsite orthan when you found it.
the recreation area.Practice good camping etiquette - be a good
- At night and during quiet evening hours, keepexample for other campers.
noise to a minimum. Speak softly and keep music