Canoeing

We all know about camping in summer or spring when the weather is warm, have you been camping in winter. Obviously the main thing you have to do is prepare for the cold weather and a big bonus is it’s too cold for flies.

Your camping equipment will need to suitable for the conditions. The  main things you need are a sleeping bag, tent, warm clothing and food and drinks.

• Sleeping bags are rated so you can choose the one that’s suits the conditions. Whether you are going to be camping in average winter temperatures or in the mountains surrounded by snow. Choose one that is roomy enough for extra clothing.
• Using a tent that is suitable is very important as this is your shelter. Choose one that is stronger and well constructed for these temperatures and conditions. The tent material, guy ropes and poles must be extra strong and able to with stand extreme windy conditions.
• Your clothing must be suitable. Depending on what conditions you are camping in. Thermal clothing is an option in extreme conditions under your normal clothes. Waterproof boots, pants and a waterproof jacket are essential to keep warm and dry. Wearing layers is the best way, have a jacket that will be large enough to cover several layers of clothing.
• Pack enough food and drink with a few extras and a lighter or matches for the campfire or take a stove.

Take extra care preparing for your winter camping and have a great time. Enjoy the uniqueness of being outdoors this time of the year, take plenty of photos as the scenery will be spectacular and very different to warm weather camping.

Tina Dean is the founder and editor of the Family Friendly Oz Camping Guide.
http://www.familyfriendlyozcamping.com.au/

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We all like to be comfortable and have everything required when we go camping and take those little extra things to make a difference. Here is some ideas that may help, use this list  as a guide. Probably you are taking some of these items already. There maybe something on this list that you will find useful. and add it to your camping kit for next time.

Tarp & rope for sun, wind or rain protection

Binoculars   Compass (so there is no debate about which way is N S E W)

Hand towel   Chux   Disposable wipes   Paper towel

Collapsible bucket instead of taking a plastic bucket

Small mirror   Travel clock   Radio

Small shovel for moving hot coals or digging eg. bush toilet

Small rake for clearing camping site

Toiletries - everyone has own bag, toothpaste, shampoos etc

Toilet paper - not always available at campsites

Heat proof glove or thick towel for removing cooking pots from campfire

Campfire hook for moving campoven or pots - can be made easily by getting a strong metal tent peg and taping the straight end tightly onto a straight stick, have the stick as short or long as you want it

Card games like Uno, board games etc

Glow sticks for kids to play with at night

Screen Tent to be able to get away from pesty flys while eating

Sun hat and a hat for warmth

Insect repellent for yourself or surface spray for outside areas

Stubby holders (also good for protecting breakables)

Lip balm   Moisturizer    Eye drops   Nail scissors

Sunglasses    Reading Glasses

Keep matches dry and take an old newspaper for starting fire

Ziplock bags have many uses

Repairs - Cable ties    Duct tape   Gaffa tape

Vacuum seal meat to stop oozing in fridge or cooler (some butchers will do this)

Multi tool pocket knife   Can & Bottle Opener

Reusable Drink bottles    Travel mugs

Spare bags for laundry and rubbish

Comfortable Chairs

Books & magazines   Note pad & pen

Door mat for tent - can be a hessian bag or carpet / rubber  mat

Instructions for tent or equipment if it’s new

Small table to use for snacks, drinks and games

Torch for each person

Rubber backed Picnic Rug

A large strong metal bucket or similar filled with water put next to the campfire and you will always have warm water for washing.

A good thing to do is to keep as much of your camping equipment together at home, so it is much easier each time you prepare to go camping. Each time you go camping add something to your camping kit, so you are not using your everyday items from your home  eg.  go to a bargain shop and buy some cheap cutlery, plates cups and put them in your camping kit. Over a few years you will have a complete spare of everything ready to go anytime.

Have you forgotten to take something important when you have gone camping or have a suggestion to add to this list for other campers?

Tina Dean is the founder and editor of the Family Friendly Oz Camping Guide.
http://www.familyfriendlyozcamping.com.au/

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Hiking is a great way to get exercise and a fun way to enjoy nature. Stay on the marked tracks or trails, get a map if you can. There are a few tips you should do before leaving to make your walk safer and more enjoyable. A hiking checklist is also included to use as a guide. For a day hike. pack your backpack with suitable equipment, depending on the type of terrain and weather conditions. Take plenty of water and food, like fruit, energy bars, lunch etc. Take a small first aid kit with bandaids, bandages, insect repellent, pain relief tablets, sun cream, a sun hat or beanie, sunglasses etc. Wear appropriate clothing, short or long pants, shirt and a jumper if required.

Wear comfortable hiking boots or runners for a short hike and wear thick socks to cushion your feet as you walk and climb. Remember it can rain when you don’t expect it at least take a disposable poncho if you don’t want to carry waterproofs.

If you are going for more than a day you will need a lot more equipment use the checklist below as a guide.

Hiking Checklist

Water and Food – Fruit, energy snacks, dehydrated meals and meat etc

Must Haves - Sunglasses, LED torch and spare batteries, pocket multi tool, matches in waterproof container, compass, whistle, maps, extra clothes, raingear if required,

Shelter & Bedding – Tent, sleeping bag and foam mat

Cooking – Small cooking stove or use campfire, cooking and eating utensils

Extras - Rubbish bag, camera, notepad & pen, disposable poncho, small towel, space blanket, binoculars, mobile phone (remember it may not get service and batteries do go flat)

First Aid kit – First aid book, sun cream, lip balm, bandages, band aids, purifying tablets, pain relief tablets, insect repellent

Before you leave notify a responsible person and if you are in a National Park notify the Ranger or Park staff of your intended hike. Never go hiking alone always go with at least one other person, a group would be even better. Do not exceed your capabilities, if you are going for a long hike prepare by going on several day trips first.

Tina Dean is the founder and editor of the Family Friendly Oz Camping Guide.
http://www.familyfriendlyozcamping.com.au/

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Do your camp cooking planning before you go camping and have your meals, food, utensils organised. So you don’t get there and wonder what each meal will be and realise you have left some food or important utensils behind. Here are a few tips and ideas.

Plan your meals – For example if you are staying for a long weekend work out how many meals you will need to provide for. Then take the appropriate food required for each breakfast lunch and dinner.

Keep Meals Simple – Keep all or most of your meals easy to prepare, cook and to clean up. No need to make restaurant 3 course meals.

Cooking equipment – Check if you will have a campfire, barbeque or using the camp stove. Take the cooking equipment required to suit the food that you are cooking or preparing, Do you need a frypan, saucepan, tongs, camp oven etc.

Food – Work out what ingredients you need and only take the food required for your meals. Don’t take five different types of sauce if you are only going to use two or don’t take kilo of rice if you only need 1 cup. You have limited space so make the most of it.

Camping makes you hungry – When deciding how much food to take allow a bit extra for each meal, add a few more sausages, or eggs etc.

Experiment – You may like to test out a new recipe and try a new meal or dessert each time you go camping too make it more interesting. If it’s a success that’s great, you may like to add it to the menu next time you go camping.

These are ideas I use each time we go camping so there is enough food for everyone, without having wasted leftovers when we get home. Make your meals tasty, but easy to prepare and wash up and everyone will have a great time. A wash up time saver is to use  a paper plate over a sturdy plastic plate for the main meal, saves washing up a greasy or messy plate.

Have you tried a new camping recipe lately?

Tina Dean is the founder and editor of the Family Friendly Oz Camping Guide.
http://www.familyfriendlyozcamping.com.au/

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Kinder Louisiana is a town in Allen Parish which is located in the state of Louisiana in United States. Kinder Louisiana is a small and beautiful place which is famous for its outdoor games, theme parks, and casinos. Kinder is home to Coushatta Casino Resort which is the largest casino in Louisiana.

Camping is an outdoor recreational activity. RV Parks and Camping have become very popular nowadays. If you are passionate about fishing or boating, or you simply like to camp near the fire then you have plenty of options in Kinder Louisiana. I would like to give some information related to the famous campground located in Kinder Louisiana. Let’s start with the first one.

1. Quiet Oaks RV Park
Quiet Oaks RV Park is a private campground located on TV Tower road in Kinder. There are 40 camp sites with electric and 40 sites with full hookup located in this park. Tourist can bring their own tent. These sites are shady, spacious and away from the noise of the city. The facilities such as 15 amp power, firewood, full hookups, recreational halls, pay phones, restrooms, picnic tables, waste dump, horseshoes, visitor parking, playgrounds, fishing, shower, laundry, and clubhouse are provided to the people. The near by attraction include museums, shopping, nature trails, antique malls, animal farms, restaurants, music, land base and riverboat casinos. Pets are allowed in this RV Park.

2. Red Shoes RV Resort
Red Shoes RV Resort is located in Coushatta Drive. It occupies 40 acres of land area. Various facilities offered in this resort are swimming pool, laundry, children’s playground, tennis court, BBQ facility, cabins, cable TV, camp store, club meeting room, diner and snack bar, dump station, full hookups, hot showers, internet access, lake, lodging and casinos.  The tourists can indulge themselves in the activities such as basketball, gambling, golfing, horseshoes, shuffle board, swimming, tennis and volleyball. Pets are allowed in this campground.

3. Grand Resort
Grand Resort is located at Coushatta in Kinder. It has 105 RV sites. It has large cool and relaxing lots and rec areas. Some of the features of Grand Resort are 50 amps availability, cable TV, rental cabins, camp stores, dump stores, hot showers, laundry, pool, recreational hall and restaurants. The tourist can bring their pets in this resort. The tourist can also indulge in activities such as boat watercraft, fishing, shuffle board and tennis.

These are some of the RV parks which you will find out here in kinder.

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