{"id":199,"date":"2014-06-09T10:24:45","date_gmt":"2014-06-09T17:24:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/rugstreet.com\/blog\/?p=199"},"modified":"2014-08-19T07:42:24","modified_gmt":"2014-08-19T14:42:24","slug":"national-camping-month-camping-tips-and-tricks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rugstreet.com\/blog\/national-camping-month-camping-tips-and-tricks\/","title":{"rendered":"Camping Tips and Tricks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The month of June is known as National Camping Month and I personally am ready for camping season. I look forward to getting off the grid and experiencing nature at its finest. A time to log off, check-out and just relax. Of course before one can really do so there is usually a lot of planning and packing that has to happen.<\/p>\n<p>One thing I learned over the years is the easier I make the planning and packing process, the more excited I am for my trip. Below are a couple of camping tips and tricks to help you with your next outdoor adventure:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0Keep all your camping essentials in a plastic storage tub. Be sure to keep all supplies at full inventory, that way when you are ready to load the car, all you need to do is grab your tubs and go.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h6 style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">o\u00a0\u00a0 <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Camping tub contents<\/span>:<a href=\"http:\/\/rugstreet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Camping-with-a-tent-rug.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-205\" src=\"http:\/\/rugstreet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Camping-with-a-tent-rug-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Camping with a tent rug\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rugstreet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Camping-with-a-tent-rug-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rugstreet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Camping-with-a-tent-rug-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rugstreet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Camping-with-a-tent-rug.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/h6>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 90px;\">Garbage bags<br \/>\nAnti-bacterial hand wipes<br \/>\nFlashlights \u2013 check your batteries before your trip<br \/>\nTable cloth and clips<br \/>\nBug spray \u2013 citronella candles work great too<br \/>\nSun screen<br \/>\nMatches or lighter<br \/>\nFirst aid kit<br \/>\nMulti-purpose tool or a knife<br \/>\nAxe<br \/>\nHand broom and dust pan (for sweeping out the tent before you leave)<br \/>\nCamera and extra batteries (check your memory card)<br \/>\nBungi cords or tie downs<\/p>\n<h6 style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">o\u00a0\u00a0 <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Kitchen\/Food tub<\/span>:<\/h6>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 90px;\">Aluminum foil<br \/>\nPot\/pan<br \/>\nUtensils (including BBQ tools and oven mitt)<br \/>\nCups, plates, napkins<br \/>\nDry food \u2013 packing your cooler full of cold items<br \/>\nWater jug<br \/>\nSalt and pepper<br \/>\nCan opener<br \/>\nDish soap and sponge<\/p>\n<h6 style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">o\u00a0\u00a0 <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Tenting equipment:<\/span><\/h6>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 90px;\">Tent and stakes<br \/>\n<a title=\"Tent Turf Rug\" href=\"http:\/\/www.rugstreet.com\/outdoor-area-rugs\/turf-area-rugs.html\" target=\"_blank\">Tent turf rug<\/a> or <a title=\"Breathable Mat\" href=\"http:\/\/www.rugstreet.com\/outdoor-area-rugs\/blue-breathable-mat.html\" target=\"_blank\">breathable mat<\/a> (helps keep dirt out of your tent and creates a comfortable space)<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rugstreet.com\/accessories\/rug-stakes.html\" target=\"_blank\">Tent rug stakes<\/a><br \/>\nMallet or hammer<br \/>\nTarp for underneath your tent<br \/>\nCamping chairs<\/p>\n<h6 style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">o\u00a0\u00a0 <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Sleeping essentials:<\/span><\/h6>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 90px;\">Sleeping bags and pillows<br \/>\nPads to sleep on or air mattress (don\u2019t forget an air pump)<br \/>\nSheets\/blankets<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">o\u00a0\u00a0 Of course each family member will need to have their clothing and bathroom essentials \u2013 including a pair of water proof flip flops and bath towels. Don\u2019t forget your toothbrush!<\/p>\n<p>Some other non-packing tips:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>While camping, be sure to keep all your food locked up in tubs or coolers, the last thing you need is old Yogi bear making a sandwich with your lunch meat.<\/li>\n<li>Keep the trip short \u2013 both in driving distance and number of nights. You do not necessarily have to travel far to make it camping.<\/li>\n<li>Take advantage of the \u201cfree, don\u2019t have to pack entertainment\u201d. Go on a nature hike or scavenger hike.<\/li>\n<li>Plan your menu ahead of time and keep it simple. It is amazing how good a peanut butter and jelly sandwich can taste when camping.<\/li>\n<li>Check the weather forecast and plan your outfits and equipment accordingly.<\/li>\n<li>Plan on purchasing firewood from your campground \u2013 cash is always handy for this.<\/li>\n<li>When reserving your camping site, be sure to be close to the restrooms.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid last minute packing by packing for your trip well in advance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And remember, the entire point of camping is to relax and enjoy!<\/p>\n<p>To learn more about the available sizes and colors of the tent turf rugs, check them out <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rugstreet.com\/outdoor-area-rugs\/turf-area-rugs.html\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>. If you don\u2019t see the size you are looking for, be sure to call us at (480) 635-8643, we specialize in custom sizes.<\/p>\n<p>Be sure to follow us on Pinterest, we have some neat camping spot boards!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The month of June is known as National Camping Month and I personally am ready for camping season. I look forward to getting off the grid and experiencing nature at its finest. A time to log off, check-out and just relax. 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