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It’s been a long time since I’ve been on an extended camping trip. It’s going to be 4-5 days, and I was wondering what type of equipment you guys can recommend and what foods?
Of course we’re going to have the necessities. A tent, sleeping bag, hygiene products, sunscreen, a small propane tank, a cooler. Is there anything else that I should bring?
And most importantly: what type of foods have you guys brought that worked out well?
OUTDOORS: There are several different types of campers
When it comes to camping equipment, a lot has changed since you slung a blanket over the backyard clothesline to simulate a tent.
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I’m a novice climber, well I’ve climbed 2 minor and 1 major mountains based on the difficulty rating of the Philippines. Highest one I climbed is 1253+ MASL, which taught me the value of a warmer. The summit was also the camping ground, and during our stay we were caught be a storm. Our tent was swamped, and luckily my tent mate brought an “earth pad” which was really, just one of those things you use to cover your car’s windows. The roof of the tent was dripping, and the inclined ground we had allowed the creation of a small puddle on one side of the tent, but at least we had small island to sleep on for at least an hour or so before the wetness awakes us, all thanks to his “earth pad”
Now I was considering if I should buy a sleeping gear for my next climb? We’re making sure that there won’t be a storm anymore 
. During my previous climbs, I am actually comfortable (or tired enough) that I can sleep on the floor of my tent without discomfort. So I want the opinion of others if it is an absolute must. Maybe it’ll rain again and I’ll be wet before I know it. Shall I buy just an earth pad? A sleeping bag? Nothing? A cute pillow ?
Note:
During our trips, I am the one to lug a 3-man tent (American spec, 5-man tent for us Filipinos
I have a 33L Jansport Cordillera backpack. It has a bottom strap which I know was designed for a sleeping bag but I managed to snug the tent I own. Of course, the last climb taught me that I should stuff the tent inside my bag.
Anyway, I wan’t something light, sleeping bag or earth pad. Something that can be folded into something very small. Any suggestions? + points if it can be found here in the Philippines.
County parks gear up for campers during state shutdown | Political Agenda
With state parks closed during the shutdown and Minnesotans anxious to get out of town for the Fourth of July, county parks are expecting an influx of visitors. But many of them are set up for daytime use, not camping, says the Bemidji Pioneer . Richard Moore of Beltrami County told the paper that he expects those shut out of the state parks might now look toward using the day-use areas in …
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Pampered campers crave creature comforts
”Glamping,” shorthand for glamorous camping, means sleeping in yuppified yurts and never being without an espresso maker.
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Campers ignore wind
Never mind the wind, people headed to lakes in droves over the long Labor Day weekend. Visitation reports at lakes throughout the western third of Kansas showed the wind didn’t deter many folks, according to Troy Brown, area parks supervisor for the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks.
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Campers on a diet: Lighter backpacks cut strain of outdoor hikes
Whether you’re an experienced camper or are just starting out, you might be weighing yourself down with extra baggage.
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We’re a family of 3 & we’re going on a longer trip this time, & restaurants are far & few between. How do you manage meals & what type of food do you bring? Do you precook foods at home, bring them raw & cook them at camp, or frequent local grocery stores? Do you tend to eat a lot of canned food? Peanut butter sandwiches? Just looking for easy ideas & non-complicated recipes as space is at a premium w/ all the junk we have!!!