How to Use Solar Power While Camping
Camping with solar power accessories has many benefits other than being environmentally friendly. Portable solar power accessories have a longer battery life and are more lightweight and less bulky than traditional camping accessories.
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Instructions
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Determine the accessories you need. If you're camping at a campground, you're needs will be different than if you're not.
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Consider the size and weight of the accessories. If you're not staying at a campground, you'll be carrying the accessories, so you don't want heavy supplies.
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Invest in solar powered flashlights, AM/FM radio and lanterns. These accessories offer safe alternatives to battery operated accessories. Since they use solar energy, you won't have to worry about buying new batteries.
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Use a solar battery charger when you charge small electronic devices. To connect devices, like a laptop, to the charger, you must have a 12-volt cigarette lighter adapter made specifically for the laptop. The charger recharges the battery or slows the draining battery, if you're using it.
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Add a solar controller to the solar panel when you recharge batteries. Connect the device between the controller and battery. You'll avoid overcharging and damaging the battery. Devices with a 12-volt battery stays fully charged when connected to the controller.
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Use a backpack. Many companies sell backpacks with all your solar power needs, including a 20-watt PV panel and battery controller. Attach the device's cord to the backpack's outlet port to charge.
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Tips & Warnings
Consider a back-up power source as a precaution. Remember that they only work at a recharging source, such as a car.
Don't invest in accessories provided by a campground, if that's where you're camping.
