Bring postage stamps along on your trip in case you want to send postcards
To keep warmer – wear a hat to sleep in – 80% of heat loss occurs through your head
Check with the campground about security and quiet hours
Be respectful of others
For families, use a large trash can with lid for your laundry
Ziplock bags in various sizes can be very useful on a camping trip
Keep a picture of your children with you in case they get lost
Always have water, snacks, matches and a flashlight even when day hiking
Always hike with a friend, never hike alone
Head lamps or snake lights hung around your neck can provide a hands-free light source
Baking soda is useful for deodorizing tents and sleeping bags, removing stains and also as a cleanser
Many fairgrounds rent space for RV storage in their off season
A bandana can be very useful at camp
Use glow sticks for a bit of soft light at night
To increase the visibility and to avoid tripping on, mark the guide lines of your tent or tarp with foil or colored fabric
Use a hand truck or luggage carrier to cart your supplies to your campsite.This is especially useful if your site is a good distance from your vehicle. Also good for toting those water containers
Space blankets work great for unexpected cool weather. They are inexpensive and when folded up they fit in your back pocket
Bring dental floss – good toothpick, use as tread for repairs or emergency shoe laces
Always bring a roll of duct tape. It can be used for MANY things!
To hang a lantern, get those lightweight metal rods that are used for hanging plants and stick them in the ground anywhere near your campsite
A lighting alternative – Use the top portion of solar powered path-marker lamps. Hang up with chain, hooks, cord, etc
Use a throw rug or a piece of outdoor carpet in front of your tent to reduce the amount of dirt tracked in
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The statement that 80% of body heat loss occurs through the heat is absolutely wrong. It’s a myth. According to a 2008 article in the BMJ, only 7% to 10% of body heat is lost through the head.
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