Weather happens. The 5 things you MUST have for camping in the rain.

Camping & RVing Tips You Can Really Use

Camping Checklist

• Remember that popular weekends and holidays can book up to a year in advance. Book early for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, Labor Day or any community festival
• Many state and county parks require a minimum of 2 days advance reservation
• Tent
• Air mattress & air pump or “egg carton” mattress pad
• Lots of blankets or sleeping bags
• A fan (if you have electricity available)
• Spare clothing and long sleeve shirts, jeans, and socks for hiking through the woods
• Rubbermaid-type totes to pack clothing & food in
• Baby wipes (these are the best. thing. ever.)

Other helpful articles:

• Packing tips for an active vacation
• Summer camp packing tips
• Preparing your family for an active vacation
• 5 tips for the camping newbie
• Space bags are great for camping.
• Camping checklist on About.com
• Contact your local, county or state parks. For more distant locations book campsites with Camping.com or Reserve America

RV Ownership Tips

We use a management company to rent our motorhome during our off season. Is it right for you?

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