Having a Recreational Vehicle (RV's) are an ideal solution, but the larger Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) can make a nice 'hard shell tent'. RV's are often available in a variety of sizes with some having sufficient space to act as a long term mobile homes. The small basic press release search will still provide enough room to sleep two in comfort, yet still be equipped with running water, a stove, and a fitted TV for those that just can't leave it behind.
As cooking outdoors is often a challenge, take the time to investigate the best stove. It's generally easier to take advantage of the Coleman fuel stove or the two-burner propane. Lamps will also be an important item of kit, so look out for some LED flashlights and lamps.
Depending on the locating of the campsite you've selected, you may or may not have access to cell phones or wireless internet. Look into purchasing a good GPS device, if you concern how to submit press release getting lost in the wilderness. Get familiar with device before leaving as this will allow you to recognize your surroundings when the unit is put to use.
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Canada Camping Fees on the Rise
It is hard to think about camping right now, but enjoying the great outdoors is going to cost you more next summer.
Camping fees in provincial parks are going up and in some cases are nearly doubling.
Seasonal fees in sites with electricity will cost fifteen hundred dollars in 2009, up from eight hundred and 30, while reservation fees will double to ten dollars.
The province cited a number of reasons for the increases, including the parks were undervalued and money is needed for improvements.
Camping fees in provincial parks are going up and in some cases are nearly doubling.
Seasonal fees in sites with electricity will cost fifteen hundred dollars in 2009, up from eight hundred and 30, while reservation fees will double to ten dollars.
The province cited a number of reasons for the increases, including the parks were undervalued and money is needed for improvements.
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Jim's camping tips
The Top Five Rules of a Happy Camper:
1. Make sure you check on the facilities so you know what to bring - especially if you're off to a remote area. There's nothing worse than arriving without food supplies to find the store (if there is one) only stocks the basics - or expecting a powered site and suddenly discovering those appliances are all redundant.
2. If you're camping over the peak summer period (December to early March), book well in advance as popular beach and lakeside campgrounds fill up quickly. Remember, campgrounds in more remote areas usually operate on a 'first come, first served' basis, so reserving a site won't be an option.
3. Find out about security and 'quiet' hours - nothing evaporates holiday cheer faster than disrespectful neighbours late at night.
4. Make sure you check out any hazards in the area for children eg streams, rivers and busy roads.
5. Minimise your impact on the environment
1. Make sure you check on the facilities so you know what to bring - especially if you're off to a remote area. There's nothing worse than arriving without food supplies to find the store (if there is one) only stocks the basics - or expecting a powered site and suddenly discovering those appliances are all redundant.
2. If you're camping over the peak summer period (December to early March), book well in advance as popular beach and lakeside campgrounds fill up quickly. Remember, campgrounds in more remote areas usually operate on a 'first come, first served' basis, so reserving a site won't be an option.
3. Find out about security and 'quiet' hours - nothing evaporates holiday cheer faster than disrespectful neighbours late at night.
4. Make sure you check out any hazards in the area for children eg streams, rivers and busy roads.
5. Minimise your impact on the environment
Sunday, December 7, 2008
Camping safari through Namibia
There, we will see wrecked ships, including the German passenger ship Eduard Bohlen, which smashed on the shore in 1909 and is now 200 metres inland, apparently sailing through the sand. We will fly over half-buried buildings and equipment that speak of other dead dreams.
But right now the sand is overwhelming. In one place, I see a large white area -- it looks like ice! It's Sossusvlei, our pilot says, a dry valley where once a river flowed to the ocean until the dunes built up by battling east and west winds blocked its path. Nearby is Deadvlei, where stark, long-dead trees tell the same tale.
These two cut-off valleys surrounded by dunes are the focal point of Wings Over Africa's popular Sossusvlei Scenic flights, two and a half hours of amazing vistas of the desert that cover nearly 10 per cent of this old, but young, country.
In two days, the five of us on this small plane will walk across Sossusvlei and Deadvlei and climb among the dunes we are seeing now from the air. We will be as minuscule among their towering peaks as the shadow of our plane on Namibia's enormous sea of sand.
But right now the sand is overwhelming. In one place, I see a large white area -- it looks like ice! It's Sossusvlei, our pilot says, a dry valley where once a river flowed to the ocean until the dunes built up by battling east and west winds blocked its path. Nearby is Deadvlei, where stark, long-dead trees tell the same tale.
These two cut-off valleys surrounded by dunes are the focal point of Wings Over Africa's popular Sossusvlei Scenic flights, two and a half hours of amazing vistas of the desert that cover nearly 10 per cent of this old, but young, country.
In two days, the five of us on this small plane will walk across Sossusvlei and Deadvlei and climb among the dunes we are seeing now from the air. We will be as minuscule among their towering peaks as the shadow of our plane on Namibia's enormous sea of sand.
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Yosemite National Park Lodging on a Budget
For the family that is looking to vacation on a budget or simply the bargain hunter, the beauty of Yosemite can still be enjoyed with an inexpensive stay at Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging.
The resort is now offering Yosemite-area lodging starting at only $29.00 for two nights for a yurt that can accommodate up to five people. Yosemite cabins start at only $39 for two nights for a basic cabin that can accommodate four people.
With the Yosemite National Park entrance fee of $20 per car for unlimited entries for seven days, a family can spend less than $100 for two days of Yosemite-area lodging and admission to the park. These special rates are available at http://www.yosemitepinesrv.com/yosemite-lodging-camping-specials.html during the fall and winter season. Some restrictions apply.
Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging, just 22 miles from the entrance of Yosemite National Park, has also recently added six Premium cabins as a part of its ongoing renovation of the 34-acre resort.
The resort is now offering Yosemite-area lodging starting at only $29.00 for two nights for a yurt that can accommodate up to five people. Yosemite cabins start at only $39 for two nights for a basic cabin that can accommodate four people.
With the Yosemite National Park entrance fee of $20 per car for unlimited entries for seven days, a family can spend less than $100 for two days of Yosemite-area lodging and admission to the park. These special rates are available at http://www.yosemitepinesrv.com/yosemite-lodging-camping-specials.html during the fall and winter season. Some restrictions apply.
Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging, just 22 miles from the entrance of Yosemite National Park, has also recently added six Premium cabins as a part of its ongoing renovation of the 34-acre resort.
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