When visiting a campground, it’s important to be prepared for any health hazards that might arise. Whether you’re in the wilderness or at a developed campground, first aid knowledge is an essential part of safety and preparedness. Knowing how to recognize common campground health hazards, and what to do if you encounter them, can help…
RV camping can be a wonderful way to explore the world in your senior years! With so many activities available, there’s something for every level of fitness and ability. From breathtaking hikes to leisurely strolls, there’s plenty of ways to get out and enjoy nature, and even a few ways to stay active while enjoying…
There are many reasons people love camping as much as they do and one of the biggest is that it makes them happy. We see it all the time. Often, our campers arrive for their long-awaited vacation looking a little stressed and/or tired. It’s been a long stretch of work and other responsibilities and they…
Long time campers know you can spend quite a bit on camping accessories after you’ve purchased the camping vehicle. Whether you’re camping in an RV or a tent, there are a few things that most campers will love to get under the Christmas tree. Camping Cards – There are some adorable designs to choose from…
There are so many ways, these days, to capture photos of our camping trips that it can almost make saving them more complicated. And, it can be hard to get to that project once you’re back home again with home and work calling for your attention. You may not be the scrap booking type. If…
It’s one of those activities we all loved as a kid. We’d lay in bed and, using just our hands and a flashlight, make up all kinds of funny animals and people to form shadows on the wall. It’s still a fun activity because kids of all ages can play along. From the littlest to…
Most campers find having a supply of trail mix on hand for their camping trip is a quick and healthy snack for the whole family. It can provide a good source of protein and an energy boost for the little ones after running all afternoon. Buying trail mix can be expensive, though, so making it…
No one wants to run into a medical problem during their long-awaited camping trip but sometimes there are bumps and scrapes to be attended to. Having a first-aid kit on hand will shortcut the process of patching up the problem and getting everyone back to having fun. You can buy ready-made kits at most online…
We hear parents remark all the time that they can’t believe how much their kids eat when they are camping. They can put away a lot at dinner time but there is also a lot of grazing going on during the day. That’s because they are burning energy all day as they run, play, and…
Most long-time RVers have an established way of setting up and breaking down their RV before and ending every camping trip. They’ve developed their own way of doing things over the years and it works well for them. New RVers, though, may not have a good system set up yet and can use some tips…
