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Knowing how to prepare for a camping trip can be the difference between an enjoyable and safe experience and an experience that no one wants to repeat. Learn how to pack for a weekend camping trip in this free outdoors video series.
There are 20 videos in this series:
The two different types of styles of sleeping bags are rectangular-shaped sleeping bags or a mummy-style sleeping bags. Learn how to select a sleeping bag for camping in this free outdoors video.
An internal frame backpack is sleek, narrow and has a lot of clips on the outside. Learn how to select a backpack for camping in this free outdoors video.
Planning ahead of time for the length of the trip and the number of campers is key to knowing how much food to take. Learn how to select food for a camping trip in this free outdoors video.
Pick clothing for camping according to the season of the year and the weather of the weekend of the trip. Learn how to select shirts and pants for camping in this free outdoors video.
Feet take a beating while camping, so the right socks are essential for comfort. Learn how to select socks for camping in this free outdoors video.
Using a stove with a canister of fuel will mean that building fires becomes unnecessary. Learn how to select cooking equipment for camping in this free outdoors video.
Since it is unlikely that it will be possible to carry all the water needed for the trip, a water purifications system becomes a necessity. Learn how to select a water purification system for camping in this free outdoors video.
Campers choose different kinds of shelter. Some options are tents, hammocks and shelters that are constructed on site. Learn how to select shelter equipment for camping in this free outdoors video.
No matter the length of a camping trip, it is always essential to take some first aid equipment. Learn how to select first aid equipment for camping in this free outdoors video.
Preparing for the worst includes putting together a small, simple survival kit. Learn how to select survival equipment for camping in this free outdoors video.
GPS equipment will tell campers the direction they're headed, latitude and longitude, and current location. Learn how to select GPS equipment for camping in this free outdoors video.
Communication equipment is good to have in case of emergency when camping. Learn how to select communication equipment for camping in this free outdoors video.
Water is going to be the most important thing to plan for when making a camping trip. Learn how to select water containers for camping in this free outdoors video.
Don't roll up the tent poles with the tent because it takes up a lot of room. Learn how to pack tent poles for camping in this free outdoors video.
A ground mat, while not essential, does increase the comfort level of a camping trip. Learn how to select a ground mat for camping in this free outdoors video.
Pack covers allow the contents of a camper's backpack to stay dry when it rains. Learn how to select a pack cover for camping in this free outdoors video.
Select boots that provide good arch support and sustain the heavy load of a backpack. Learn how to select boots for hiking and camping in this free outdoors video.
Packing a backpack properly in the first place is key to balancing the weight in the pack. Learn how to balance pack weight when camping in this free outdoors video.
Loosen all the straps before attempting to put the backpack on. Learn how to wear a backpack when camping in this free outdoors video.
Make sure to respect nature and the other campers who will be sharing the outdoors. Learn how to leave no trace when camping in this free outdoors video.
Roughing it in the great outdoors is one of the those activities that awakens something deep inside of us, reminding us of the relationship between man and earth, reminding us to look at the greatness, the intricacy of the world around us. Many people in the post-industrial world are surrounded by the infrastructure of the city and must drive 30 miles out of town to find someplace semi-deserted and free from the concrete of man's influence. Yet, even then some people even prefer to bring the city with them, only semi-roughing it with electricity, television and air conditioning. A camper should always be prepared and have everything he or she needs to survive in the wilderness, but also not be too weighed down that they cannot hike long distances. So packing for your camping trip is almost as important as the camping itself. Packing is an art. Fitting many things into a small space and knowing what is essential to bring and what should be left behind is sometimes a difficult process. Our expert will show you exactly what you need and what you don't. Learn about tents, clothes, boots, water purification and containers, GPS and communication equipment, food and cooking equipment, first aid and survival gear, ground mats and pack covers. Get advice on balancing and wearing a backpack. Use these tips on your next camping trip!
John Stewart John Stewart is an Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America and has instructed boy scouts on climbing, outdoor skills, pioneering, wilderness survival and kayaking for the past nine years at Camp Durant in Carthage, NC.dkdk
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