I am planning a camping trip at the end of the year in texas. We are going to be completely ruffing it with no running water other than what we bring or find naturally. No electricity or any other creature comforts. How do I plan for it? What do I need?
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I cant agree more with C_Kayak_. You really need to ease into a trip of this duration and try out a weekend trip first with someone that's been camping before to help you learn the ropes. Build up to a week long trip and know your gear as well as your own limitations before you should even think about planning an adventure like this. That having been reiterated...I'm Happy to hear that you have caught the camping bug. Its always a fantastic adventure to explore the great outdoors. You don't mention but I take it that you'll be disbursed camping with your car.
You probably already have a lot of stuff that you can use for camping in your house.
Here's a short list of camping equipment:
Shelter - Tent, poles, stakes, ground sheet
Sleeping - Sleeping bag, sleeping pad
Essentials - Water bottles& water purification methods, waterproof matches/lighter, map & compass, basic first aid kit, whistle and/or signal mirror, nylon cord-50', pocket knife, emergency blanket, extra food, extra clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, water purification, headlamp or flashlight and extra batteries. Keep these items in your day pack when you go hiking and exploring.
Cooking - Stove, fuel, cook set, spoon/knife/fork set, biodegradable soap, scrub pad, food
Base camp accessories - Cooler/ice chest, water bag or large jug, dish pan, paper towels, lantern, storage containers for food, Ziploc bags, large spoon, knife, spatula, can opener, small whisk, small grater, hot pad holders, plate/bowl, cup, cutting board, aluminum foil, spice kit.
Miscellaneous - bandana, camera, binoculars, repair/sewing kit, fishing gear, journal/pen or pencil, reading material, nature guides, trail games, trowel, toilet paper, personal toiletries, lip balm, bug repellant, towel, day pack.
Make sure you take clothing appropriate for the climate you expect to encounter.
Inner Layer - wicking layer: long underwear top & bottom, liner socks, outer socks, t-shirt, shorts
Insulation Layer - Wool, synthetic or fleece shirt/sweater down/fiberfill jacket, wool or fleece pants, gloves, wool or fleece hat.
Protective layer - Rain/windproof jacket & pants, gaiters, hiking boots waterproofed, camp shoes, sun hat.
Happy Trails to you!
I cant agree more with C_Kayak_. You really need to ease into a trip of this duration and try out a weekend trip first with someone that's been camping before to help you learn the ropes. Build up to a week long trip and know your gear as well as your own limitations before you should even think about planning an adventure like this. That having been reiterated...I'm Happy to hear that you have caught the camping bug. Its always a fantastic adventure to explore the great outdoors. You don't mention but I take it that you'll be disbursed camping with your car.
You probably already have a lot of stuff that you can use for camping in your house.
Here's a short list of camping equipment:
Shelter - Tent, poles, stakes, ground sheet
Sleeping - Sleeping bag, sleeping pad
Essentials - Water bottles& water purification methods, waterproof matches/lighter, map & compass, basic first aid kit, whistle and/or signal mirror, nylon cord-50', pocket knife, emergency blanket, extra food, extra clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, water purification, headlamp or flashlight and extra batteries. Keep these items in your day pack when you go hiking and exploring.
Cooking - Stove, fuel, cook set, spoon/knife/fork set, biodegradable soap, scrub pad, food
Base camp accessories - Cooler/ice chest, water bag or large jug, dish pan, paper towels, lantern, storage containers for food, Ziploc bags, large spoon, knife, spatula, can opener, small whisk, small grater, hot pad holders, plate/bowl, cup, cutting board, aluminum foil, spice kit.
Miscellaneous - bandana, camera, binoculars, repair/sewing kit, fishing gear, journal/pen or pencil, reading material, nature guides, trail games, trowel, toilet paper, personal toiletries, lip balm, bug repellant, towel, day pack.
Make sure you take clothing appropriate for the climate you expect to encounter.
Inner Layer - wicking layer: long underwear top & bottom, liner socks, outer socks, t-shirt, shorts
Insulation Layer - Wool, synthetic or fleece shirt/sweater down/fiberfill jacket, wool or fleece pants, gloves, wool or fleece hat.
Protective layer - Rain/windproof jacket & pants, gaiters, hiking boots waterproofed, camp shoes, sun hat.
Happy Trails to you!
Tent camping in March in Arkansas?
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Hey guys, in a few weeks (for spring break), we will be taking a road trip to Arkansas to go camping. I've never been but I've researched a little online and it looks like the Ozarks are nicer than the Ouachita mountains. I'm looking for things to do but it looks as if everything is scattered quite a distance from the other. Can anyone give me any ideas so I wont have to travel much once I get there? I'm interested in hiking, waterfalls, fishing, caves, kayaking, rafting,etc..Any must see spots? Great tent camping areas? Also, any info on the weather in mid march, good time to fish, swim, what time of clothing to bring, etc...Thanks
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Devil's Den State Park. It has hiking, fishing, caves, but the March creek water runs too fast.
All bat caves from Colorado eastward are closed but there are caves without roost populations.
March is warmish day weather and chilly nights. Three season bag is ideal. Waterproof tent
with taped interior seams. Suggest type that stands without tie-off's, big enough to stand within
and has rain fly fabric as extra moisture shield. Don't eat or excrete closer than 100 feet from
your tent to avoid wildlife problems. Cowboy boots and watching where you go avoids most snake
problems. Cotton is hard to dry. Suggest polyester attire with polypropylene under-layers. Wool
blend sweaters, waterproof bibs and jacket, wide-brim felt hats. Suggest overalls, gloves, helmet
with attached electric lamp(s). Knee pads tend to fall off but they can be a comfort in caves.
Arkansas has so many tourist traps it has gone from quaint to a slice of dumb and dumber.
Devil's Den State Park. It has hiking, fishing, caves, but the March creek water runs too fast.
All bat caves from Colorado eastward are closed but there are caves without roost populations.
March is warmish day weather and chilly nights. Three season bag is ideal. Waterproof tent
with taped interior seams. Suggest type that stands without tie-off's, big enough to stand within
and has rain fly fabric as extra moisture shield. Don't eat or excrete closer than 100 feet from
your tent to avoid wildlife problems. Cowboy boots and watching where you go avoids most snake
problems. Cotton is hard to dry. Suggest polyester attire with polypropylene under-layers. Wool
blend sweaters, waterproof bibs and jacket, wide-brim felt hats. Suggest overalls, gloves, helmet
with attached electric lamp(s). Knee pads tend to fall off but they can be a comfort in caves.
Arkansas has so many tourist traps it has gone from quaint to a slice of dumb and dumber.
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