Camping accessories

Tent,sleeping bag,sleeping pad,eating,water,rain gear,clothes,boots,flashlight,towel,compass,whistle,rucksaks

Tents
A tent performs approximately the same functions as an outer layer of clothing. It should be rugged and reasonably light-weight and should protect its occupants against wind and rain.
The choice of a particular tent depends mainly on the use for which it is intended. Will it be used only in summer or the year round, in temperate or extreme conditions? How many people should it sleep,
and in what degree of comfort?For a single person, a "two person tent" gives room for keeping some gear inside, while a
"three person tent" is a good choice for two people. Should it be light-weight or can it be heavy?Tents come in many qualities, sizes and prices. Price is also an important consideration, since tents vary in price from cheap (and frequently inadequate) to very expensive.

Sleeping Bags
Sleeping bags are usually made of nylon or polyester, with a few made with highly treated cotton.The purpose of a sleeping bag is to retain body heat by preventing it from being lost at a rate faster than it is produced.Before purchasing a sleeping bag, you should try it out in the store to make sure that it is the correct length for you.

Sleeping pad – Lightweight. Three-quarter length is usually sufficient. (The Thermarest and Z-rest brands are popular.)A sleeping pad both provides a softer place to sleep and insulation against the cold
ground, which is very important on cold nights.There are three types of camping pads: closed-cell, self-inflating and air mattresses.

Rain gear
In foul weather an anorak is usually worn over the inner layers of clothing as an outer protective shell to keep wind and water out.

Clothes
The most important function of clothing is to regulate body temperature. This it does best when worn in multiple layers, with ventilating material next to the skin, followed by insulating layers to trap warm air,and an outer shell to shield the inner layers from wind and rain.Quick-drying nylon hiking shorts and long pants (green or tan), and
nylon or poly quick-drying t-shirts. The nylon pants that have zip-off legs arepopular. Some scouts like the shorts that have a mesh lining.

Boots
Ankle high waterproof hiking boots. Synthetic or wool socks, and
synthetic liners.

Rucksaks
Rucksacks come in many different shapes, colours and sizes, from tiny packs designed to hold necessities for a one-day hike or climb, to large expedition packs.

Go camping

What to bring with you?You should bring all the things you need to camp such as sleeping bags, bed linens, pillows, food, eating and cooking utensils.Insect repellent is advisable.And finally, don’t forget your sense of adventure!

The places we all choose to go outdoors to camp, to walk, to ride, to climb, to paddle, to fly and to sail, are very special.
Choosing a place to camp check the camping regulations and conditions for the area you are visiting. You may need to book ahead and obtain a camping permit. Some areas have limits placed on group sizes. Some campsites may be closed at certain times of year or for regeneration.
Plan to camp at an existing designated campsite, rather than having to create a new site. Good campsites are found, not made. Altering a site is not necessary.

Plan Ahead
-Make sure you are familiar with the area. Obtain all the maps you’ll need for the roads and trails in the area.
-Let someone know where you will be and when you will return. Have a plan in case you don’t return on time.
-Check on the weather!
-Rever ever take fireworks into the wildlands with you.
-Repackage food to minimize waste

Campfire
-Check the fire regulations and conditions for the area you are visiting before your trip.
-Where fires are permitted, use established fire rings or fire pits if provided. As campfires scar the earth, avoid creating a new scar.
-Build campfires away from overhanging branches, steep slopes, rotten stumps, logs, dry grass, and leaves. Pile any extra wood away from the fire. Scrape away litter, duff, and any burnable material within a 10-foot-diameter circle. This will keep a small campfire from spreading.
-Keep plenty of water handy and have a shovel for throwing dirt on the fire if it gets out of control.
-Start with dry twigs and small sticks. Add larger sticks as the fire builds up. Put the largest pieces of wood on last, pointing them toward the center of the fire, and gradually push them into the flames.
-Keep the campfire small. A good bed of coals or a small fire surrounded by rocks gives plenty of heat.
-Escaped campfires can become devastating bushfires. Put out campfires completely before you leave.

Be considerate to others
-Respect the rights of other visitors to enjoy the outdoors as much as you and protect the quality of their experience.
-Let nature's sounds prevail. Avoid loud voices and noises.