Thursday, April 17, 2008

camping lanterns tips

Camping or hiking trips are a great way for kids to enjoy their summer vacation away from their parents. A flashlight is an indispensable part of every camping trip.

Carrying your maps and compass in water proof containers is very essential while on a camping trip. There are some things that may crawl inside your sleeping bag, but you will also want to take some time to look a the gear each time before use so that you can make sure that you are safe. Dress in layers starting with a thin layer of clothing against your skin.

It is important to have a solid base providing the support your entire body needs. The right equipment can actually make you want to stay away camping longer.

If you don t dress properly, you can run into a situation where even minimal frostbite occurs. If you think mountaineering may be something that you are interested in, there are a few things to do to start pursuing the sport. I stopped getting blisters the moment I gave up hiking boots and hiking socks.

No matter which type of lantern you use always play safeand never store a hot gas lantern near any flammable materials or leave any open flames unattended. All in all, try to ensure you are well prepared, avoid solo trips the first time, check all your equipment before you leave and get some first aid training.

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