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Apr 23 2010

Best Camping Trip Tips

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I do most of my camping these days with North Texas Adventures which is not a hard core camping group. These days even those who appreciate their comforts in life can enjoy camping.If you bring a pump up air mattress with sheets, a comforter, and pillows you’ll forget you’re not in your own bed at home!  Given how large tents are these days even a queen size mattress does not need to take up the whole tent. 

If you are at a campsite with electricity, consider bringing a fan to plug in which helps beat the heat in your tent.  This comes in handy in the brutal Texas heat.  For colder weather camping, bring some sleeping bags for added warmth. 

With today’s amenities there is no need to “rough it” on a camping trip.  Keep this in mind when you develop your guest list.  Even people that insist they don’t like to camp may enjoy modern day camping that can have much of the comforts of home.

Some of my happiest camping memories are sitting around the fire at night.This is a great time to relax and tell stories of your adventures from that day, like the time I ran over a rattlesnake on my mountain bike, and my mate, to avoid the rattlesnake ran his bike straight into a cactus!  Ouch!Meanwhile you can roast some marshmallows or enjoy a few cold beers. 

Make sure to bring lots of firewood to burn, as there is nothing worse than having the fire burn out just as the party is getting started.Fires are a lot of fun that most campers will even enjoy them in warm weather.  I remember waiting for the sun to go down after a 92 degree day so we could light a fire!
One of our favorite night time activities is a good game of Texas Hold’em poker, this is very popular in our DFW Outdoors Club

This can be great for beginners who sometimes are lucky enough to bring the pot home.  This happened with my girlfriend and I was so embarrassed when she won and waved the money around in the air singing “I am the winner!” at the top of her big lungs.Fortunately for all of us, her beginner’s luck soon came to an end and it was much quieter at the next game. 

So make sure to bring some games or items for entertainment that appeal to your group. Some of the other items I bring for fun are a football, bean bag toss game, Frisbee, fishing poles, a bicycle and of course a deck of cards.

Don’t forget a flashlight.  You may need it to find your way to the tent after a beginner takes your money at poker!Finally it is important to remember, Don’t mess with Texas!  We take looking after the camp area seriously, what ever state you are in, as we do with our Dallas Fort Worth Hiking Club. Do a good deed and leave the camp site cleaner than you found it.  Do a good walk through to make sure we minimize our footprint on our great state parks and camping area’s.We all appreciate you doing your part.

Thank you for reading this article and I hope these tips help you have a more successful and fun camping trip!   

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Mar 09 2010

Camping In NJ Is A Great Alternative

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Just around the bend is that wonderful time of the year where Halloween is celebrated. Imagine visiting a haunted house or Halloween hayrides which are only some of the events that have been prepared when you choose to go camping in New Jersey this season.

There is a fortune of opportunities waiting for campers to explore. You have a choice of either tenting or hiring a cabin or you can just come along with your caravans there is enough room for everyone. For bookings or brochures contact the NJ Campground Owners Association.

Looking for things to do? Look no further when you camp in NJ. There is a myriad of activities for you to participate in while camping for instance there are many staggering trails and foot paths taking you through wild and cultural lands which is surrounded by the Appalachian Mountains. Delaware National River offers tours and also has four other parks which you can visit.

If you would like to experience the home of a famous person you can visit the Edison museum Site. The Getaway National recreation area has swimming, boating,  fishing, team sports, cycling and nature study and so much more for those that like to  explore. There is Morristown National Historical Park and New Jersey Coastal Heritage trail  to explore.

New Jersey Pinelands National reserve is a must as it is an exceptionally special place. And for those that appreciate being silly from time to time  should not miss the Doo Dah Parade.

The Cape May restaurant which is situated in a historical site is a wonderful place where you can wine and dine. There is really just so much that one can do and enjoy in New Jersey when camping. Beachcomber is a very popular camping resort where you can enjoy many different recreations and visit the local attractions.

There is seriously no better place to camp than in New Jersey and you will amazed at what you can find to keep you occupied and just enjoying the fine weather and a place where boredom does not exist and the memories will linger on. This is a place where you will want to visit frequently so book now at any of the New Jersey camping sites and have a enjoy a unique experience camping in New Jersey.

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