You gotta love kids: They fall asleep everywhere. In the car. On our shoulders. And there’s no such thing as an uncomfortable place to lay a head, even if it happens to be a deflated air mattress within the confines of a tent. But you’re an adult. And you’re not shy about admitting that you’ve grown accustomed to creature comforts—-even when you leave civilization and go about “roughing it.”
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How to Get Electricity while Camping
Update: We found one more method you can get your electricity from. Read on further!
Camping is an inspiring way to enjoy the woods, mountains and beaches of our country. It fulfills the need for being outdoors that all human beings have, and communing with nature can be a transformative experience.
You can still enjoy the modern comforts of home on a camping trip, though, and it doesn’t take anything away from the adventure. The only hitch is figuring out how to get electricity while camping.
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10 Camping Activities For Teenagers
Teenagers are full of energy, and it’s no different when they’re on a camping trip. To keep them from getting bored, plan some fun camping activities ahead of time, and make sure you have the supplies needed to carry them out. There are so many creative camping activities, and these ten are some of teenagers’ favorite games for camping trips.
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10 Essential Oils To Keep Bugs Away While Camping
Before heading out into nature you want to make sure that you’re protected from the pests that await. Commercial bug sprays are efficient and do the job they’re supposed to do well. The problem lies in what ingredients they’re made from. Take a look at the label and see if you can pronounce everything. Chances are you won’t have an idea what you’re spraying on your body. If that’s the decision you want to go, waste your money and buy some. It’s so easy to make your own bug repellents and essential oils will give you the best bang for your buck.
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Ultimate Guide to Conquer Camping With Kids
Camping with kids is an experience your children will remember for a long time to come. Family memories are made when you do things that include them, and it’s worth the extra planning and effort to take the kids camping when you go. There’s going to be more gear to bring along and less down time for parents, but the benefits are worth it. Unplugging the whole family and getting back to nature can be a relaxing and rewarding opportunity for family bonding.
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How to Keep Bears Away from Campsite (and react if you see one)
If you’re an avid camper, one thing you need to learn is keep those bears away from your campsite. This includes the tent, bedding, clothing, food, vehicle…basically, anything and everything related to a camping trip. The bears you meet up with in the woods “bear” no resemblance to friendly characters like Yogi Bear or Smokey the Bear. They won’t hesitate to attack if you are between them and a food source.
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How to Build The Perfect Campfire
When scientists wandered into the Wonderwerk Cave in South Africa located on the edge of that nation’s mysterious Kalahari Desert a few years ago, they expected to contribute to the world’s understanding of evolution. But surprises awaited. They found evidence of early man. Homo erectus to be specific.
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