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Marshmallows and Stars: Loving Moms Go Camping By: Vance Keane Marlee
According to CNN - even teenagers
think they use their phones too much. And a great way to get away from
technology is on a camping trip. But to go camping you must plan, in
particular, if you want to take your children. These tips will help you
plan your camping trip.
1. Start by getting the children involved with planning the trip Children will always be more interested in any activity they can
participate in. And you will fuel their curiosity by having them plan
their camping trip. Have them choose the location and research the
history of the area. Use social media such as Instagram to find
interesting photos of nature. You can even have them learn how to
identify plants and animals they may see on the trip. 2. Make the first camping trip in a nearby location such as your backyard Camping can be stressful even with the most experienced campers. Such
as my friend Teena who woke up to find mice in her camper. Forcing her
to sleep in her truck. You can tip-toe into camping with your kids by
choosing a nearby campground. And it can be a lot of fun to make the
first night under the stars be in your backyard. This way if there is a
need to go to potty - they can do in the comfort of their own toilet. Or
if a little one is scared by the sounds, they can retreat to their
bedroom if it's a must. 3. Triple-check your list before you leave for the great outdoors The last thing you want to do is be out in the woods without your
toilet paper. While you may decide to camp near a city or even in a
fancy campground with a store, it's better to make sure you have
everything you need before you leave. Because we all know things always
seem to be more expensive when we must have them than if we bought them
ahead of time. Make a checklist of everything you need. And meticulously
follow it. Don't forget to pack extra items like batteries and
underwear. 4. Take plenty of photos and video While you
don't want to have people on their phones playing games, surfing the
Internet and chatting with friends, use your phone to capture the photos
you want. And of course, take plenty of videos. You will cherish these
items when you want to reminisce about the trip in the future. I wish we
had more photos of camping when we were younger. 5. Choose a nearby campsite In particular with little kids on their first campout, pick someplace
close by. You don't want to take away from the fun by having them get
antsy waiting to get there. While you may not live in a permanent
campground like my friend Teena (mountains of New Hampshire), many of us
live within 2 hours of fantastic locations. Even here in the DFW metro
area - within a couple of hours, I can get you into piney woods. Or the
small mountains of southern Oklahoma (Teena would call them large hills,
but technically they are mountains). 6. Mother nature can be nasty Make sure you check the weather before you leave. Rain and cold can
either be the best time to camp or the worst time to camp depending upon
how well you prepare for it. If you are traveling in tornado season
make sure you have a weather radio and talk over with your family about
what to do if you encounter severe weather. Don't forget to check the
guides to make sure you don't plant your tent in a flash flood zone. With some careful planning, you can have a fantastic adventure in the
great outdoors with the kids. Use the tips above to make the most out of
your trip. Your kids will have memories that will last a lifetime! By planning, it's possible to make camping into a fun and affordable
family holiday trip. The tips in this article will make it easier to
maximize the enjoyment and reduce stress. And provide memories that your
children will want to pass on to their children.
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