| The summer months are a time for the great | | | | and the creek running by, what a great feeling! |
| outdoors. Camping, hiking, backpacking - these are | | | | However, it isn't a great feeling if the bag you are |
| all outdoor activities that people enjoy in the | | | | sleeping in isn't comfortable! Make sure you get |
| summer times. But you just can drive to the | | | | the proper weight sleeping bag. Even though it |
| woods or mountains and start your trip. No, you | | | | may be balmy and warm at home, remember |
| need to plan in advance and prepare accordingly. | | | | that it is much cooler in the mountains. You will |
| Let's look at each aspect of camping and talk | | | | want sleeping bags that will be warm, but not too |
| about a few of the items you will need to take | | | | hot. Get a bag that is a medium to heavy weight, |
| with you for a positive camping experience. | | | | unless you are going to high elevations then you |
| Shelter | | | | will want a heavy weight bag. |
| Do you plan to camp in a tent or a camper? Even | | | | Remember that the ground is not really |
| if you plan to do you camping in a trailer or | | | | comfortable. Bring an air mattress or foam pad |
| camper, you might want to take along a tent. If | | | | for each person who will be sleeping on the |
| you have children with you, they might enjoy | | | | ground. Your back will thank you in the morning! |
| spending one night in a tent. Even adults enjoy the | | | | Camp Cooking |
| adventure of sleeping in a tent at least one night! | | | | Of course camp cooking must consist of hot |
| When you are choosing a tent make sure you | | | | dogs and marshmallows roasted over the camp |
| consider how many people will be sleeping in it. | | | | fire. But, you can only eat so many hot dogs! |
| You can find tents that have multiple rooms if | | | | Think of an alternate way of cooking while you |
| you need a lot of space. However, most campers | | | | are camping. Consider bringing a portable stove or |
| find a single room tent adequate. Check the zipper | | | | at the very least, get a grill to put over the fire |
| openings and make sure the tent is made of a | | | | so you can heat water and cook different types |
| waterproof material. You will want it to protect | | | | of food. |
| you if a sudden rain storm comes along! | | | | Camping is a great way to reconnect with nature |
| Sleeping Arrangements | | | | and enjoy the company of family and friends. |
| It is so cozy to snuggle into a sleeping bag when | | | | Make sure you have the camping gear you need |
| you are camping. The sound of the trees rustling | | | | and you will have a wonderful time! |