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Step 1
Decide how much your family budget can handle.
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Step 2
Select the week or weekend that works for your family.
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Step 3
Start planning several months ahead of time. Set aside a little
money each month for your camping trip. -
Step 4
Choose your camp site by searching online for State Parks or
National Parks in your area. Reserve a campsite for the weekend you plan to
go. Reservations can be done online. -
Step 5
Rent or borrow camping gear. Buy camping gear a little each month.
Shop for camping gear at ArmyNavy stores, Army Surplus stores, garage sales
or the classifieds. If you have the budget for new stuff or
simply can't find what you need, places like feed stores, farming equipment
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Step 6
Take two vehicles if you can. All the camping gear takes up a lot of
space. Pack the gear in plastic boxes, cardboard boxes, crates or big
plastic trash bags. Take extra trash bags. -
Step 7
Arrive at the campsite before dark.
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Step 8
Set up camp. Enjoy your stay.
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Step 9
Plan on being tired and dirty on the way home. Eat your last meal at
a restaurant.
