Trailer Tents – Your Camping Companion

If you like to spend a lot of time with nature then there is nothing better than the trailer tents. They provide sufficient comfort and are almost like a full sized camper. These tents have awnings which allow you to increase the space of the trailers by two or three folds and enhance the camping experience. The features of the tents depend on the model. But most of them have some common features like the kitchen, bed and awnings.

One of the most important camping gears is your food. It can either be packaged food or raw materials to prepare food by yourself. In case you have decided to prepare your own food, trailers are very useful because they have basic kitchen with 2-3 burner stoves, small fridge, a sink etc. This is very convenient when you have the essentials items to cook. If you want to stay overnight you need to have a good resting place to sleep. These trailers have beds as well. They have comfortable beds off the ground which are dry and comfortable. Sometimes you can find a bathroom inside. If you have more number of people you can use the space provided below the awnings to sleep them.

Awnings are special features that provide extra room to increase the space. They are mostly made of canvas and are water proof. There are different types of these tents. The Coleman tent trailer has two double beds, a dinette, a kitchen and a bathroom. Apart from these they can also provide air conditioning, furnace, an extra room, a boat or bike mount. For having a luxurious camping trip you can choose one such trailer. You can find motorcycle tent trailers which are tents to be folded and attached to the motorcycle and carried anywhere.

Your other option is setting up a regular tent such as a tunnel tent and those are not very comfortable. With the options discussed above you are for sure out of the elements and you will stay dry. With your normal style tent if it rains really hard you may still get wet even inside your tent.

The trailers may cost about $3000 for basic models and up to $15,000 for luxurious ones. In case you want cheaper ones you can also buy the pop up tent trailers which are less expensive upgrades of tents. Also look for used tent trailers for cheap prices. Another option is to hire the trailers from tent trailer rentals to save money.

Buying camping gear: A good investment

Buying camping gear is a big investment and you should carefully consider your budget and goals before making any purchases. You will need to think about the performance of the gear, how long it will last, and what prices you can afford. Not everybody has a large budget for camping gear but a fair deal of money should still be invested in it. You should also look around in as many places as you can to make sure that you find the best kind of gear for your budget.

First you’ll need to consider how often you will use your gear. This should also determine the amount of money you spend on it because if you only camp a few times a year, then you probably should invest large amounts of money in buying elaborate equipment. However, if you are planning on going camping often, then you will need equipment that is very dependable and can be used many times. Regular campers will also need gear that can be used in all seasons. No matter how much you camp, you should still buy gear that can last you for a long time.

Even if you do purchase good camping gear, it is important to remember that many of the items will still need to be replaced regularly. These items that wear down quickly usually aren’t expensive so you may want to purchase the cheapest ones available. This way you can still have the budget to easily replace them when they break down. Other camping items can last for a long time and some items can be passed through generations if kept properly. In order to make your gear last for as long as possible, it is imperative to constantly clean and maintain them after using so they can stay in peak condition all throughout the year.

This guest post comes from Mark who is currently shopping for his second round of camping chairs but who is still on his first tent — a great quality buy.

Essential Gears and Supplies in Camping with Kids

Camping out with your family, most especially bringing your kids along, is an excellent idea for family bonding. Oftentimes, it will be more enjoyable when you involve your kids in the planning like choosing a campsite, things to prepare, your meals, and other related stuff. Preparing for fun-filled activities that would involve every member of the family is also a good idea. You also have to involve them in some simple chores so that they will really have the feeling of camping in the outdoors. But, despite all the planning and thorough preparation, we often forget a lot of things especially those most important one like all the needed supplies for the kids. The following are some important gear that parents should never forget in planning a camp out with kids.

First up is the first aid kit. Camp outs always happen in the outdoors and your kids will love playing around. Thus, little accidents might occur so it is better that we are ready with all the first aid remedies.

photo credit: AlphaTangoBravo / Adam Baker

Second, insect repellents. Bugs, mosquitoes and other insects are always on campsites that might ruin the camping experience of your kids. So, have your kids wear insect repellents to keep insects away.

Third, sun block creams. Your kids will be out all day playing around the campsite. They might get a perfect tan for this but having skin cancer is indeed a big no. Therefore, sunscreen protection is necessary. You have to consider sunscreen with the highest SPF or sun protection factor.

Fourth, toys and fun-filled activities. We always want the best camping experience for our kids. As much as possible, we want them to enjoy the getaway. They might enjoy getting involved in the preparations and some chores but kids are always kids. They always want to have toys and other activities to play with.

Fifth, extra clothing and shoes. Kids love playing around. Since, they are in the outdoor getting wet and dirty are so easy. So, extras are needed for the kids.

Fifth, snacks and drinks. After playing, kids would love to eat. They even need thirst quenchers for the tiring play day. Therefore, it is necessary to fill your portable freezers with drinks and bring some snacks and have cool camping with mini fridges. So, never forget your 3 way camping fridge because after a long play day kids will look for something to drink and eat.

Sixth, warm clothing. Outdoor campsite especially on summer might be hot on the day but when night comes it is going to be different. Outdoors are hot on the day but chilly at night. So, kids might get cold.

Seventh, pillows, blankets, stuffed toys and dolls. These are some familiar bedtime gears needed for your kids. Do not forget to bring also sleeping pads for the campground might be rocky. We always look for comfort in sleeping.

Lastly, flashlights, headlights, and luminous sticks. Outdoors are dark at night. Since, kids are not used to camping out, so, they should have something that will relieve their dark fears.

We all love camping with our family, especially with the kids. As much as possible, we always want them to have their perfect camping experience. Let our kids appreciate the beauty of the outdoor while they still can.

Camping Cooking Supplies

When you’re camping out in the woods, cooking becomes something of an issue. It’s difficult to do things as you do in an actual kitchen, and there never seems to be enough room to get it all done. However, careful planning and the right supplies can make camping cooking easy and fun.

To start a list of the camping cooking supplies you’ll need, start by thinking of what sorts of food you want to serve. Simple meals, such as meat and potato dishes, are always good to eat and easy to prepare. If you’d like to make something like this, make sure to bring along a Dutch oven. You can pop your ingredients into the oven and leave it next to your campfire for a few hours and it will work just like a slow-cooker at home. When you’re ready to eat, the food will be done.

Camping at Myrtle Beach

The swanky Myrtle Beach State Park campground

Instead of staying at the hotels that line the beach in the center of Myrtle Beach, my wife and I decide to rough it at Myrtle Beach State Park. The funny thing is there is really not much roughing it at a lot of drive in camping places anymore. This Myrtle Beach campground was no exception. Since the park is only a few miles removed from the center of Myrtle Beach, we spent plenty of time doing stuff we would have done if we stayed in the hotels there. The bonus was staying the park was much more relaxing. Some of the time we just hung out. We could walk down to the beach from where we were and there were even a few hiking trails. The park has a fairly decent sized maritime forest which was pretty cool to see. We saw some frogs, a turtle and even a snake in our hiking adventures. You definitely would not see that if you were walking along the main beach drag in Myrtle Beach proper.

Another awesome thing was there was no rain the few days were stayed there. Since we did not have a gianormous RV like some folks had (with a big screen TV no less), it was good we did not experience any showers while staying in the luxurious four person tent we set up. So overall a big thumbs up for Myrtle Beach State Park.