Some flashlights and extra sets of batteries were also purchased to enabled the family to walk safely at night and lie on the ground to watch the CPET Tray.There are two things that Henry bought without telling the others. The first was a pocketknife while the other was a first aid kit. These were kept hidden and will only be brought out in the event of an emergency.

Camping in a van can be cold at times, as it was for us in the deserts of Arizona last winter. We started the van and cranked up the heater once in a while, but only for brief periods.Instead of going up to other campers and saying, Hi, I'm Kerry and I'm here by myself" ask questions like How can I contact you if I experience a problem" or is this campground regularly patrolled?"Don't advertise you are by yourself by finding campsites away from walking trails.

Had it with the "rat race"? Got time off but not much cash to spend? Losing touch with your family? Sounds like an old-fashioned campout is just what you need.Camping is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and spend time getting reacquainted with your family. Great family camping getaways are easy to plan and inexpensive vacation options. Nature is everywhere, so you don't need to travel far for your camping trip. You can journey to a national park, drive to a local campground, or pitch a tent in your own backyard.

Camping 101 begins with the planning. This part of the trip is half the fun. Call a family meeting to decide where you'd like to go. Depending on your budget, you can plan to load up the trunk with tents and sleeping bags, pull a camper or drive an RV. The point is to treat your family to an unforgettable outdoor adventure, so it doesn't matter how you plan to camp or where you intend to go.