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One of the more affordable vacations in which your family can engage is camping. Whether it’s choosing a location at a state park or camping grounds in national forests, you can be assured it will be a family vacation filled with memorable moments.

While there are several methods one may choose when preparing for a camping trip, most people prefer freestyle; that is, pitch a tent and let the good times roll. Camping freestyle affords you the opportunity to enjoy each other’s company, have conversations around the campfire, live off the land, and become one with nature. It combines adventure, excitement, fun, and a rare opportunity to discover just how rich an experience this type of family vacation can be.

There are other pluses to freestyle camping. Notwithstanding the initial purchase of tents, sleeping bags, and other camping gear, the cost is minimal when compared to utilizing an RV or staying at a camp site that offers many amenities (which tend to minimize the true camping experience, anyhow). Additionally, there may be items you can borrow from friends or family that would reduce your starting cost even more.

What do you need to get started? Well, you will most certainly want to take along the basic camp equipment such as a tent
(preferably one that will house the entire family), food, a cooler, ice, sleeping bags, camping stove, as well as the following items: pillows, cleaning supplies, folding table, cookware, utensils, cups, and toilet paper (especially if there are no restrooms around); first aid kit, board games, fishing gear, flashlights, and extra batteries.

Expert campers recommend purchasing a tarp to place under the tent, especially in inclement weather, to prevent water from seeping into the tent. It will serve as a tent floor, as well. Also recommended is a battery-operated or kerosene lamp. These items can be purchased at your local department store. And remember: once you have the basic supplies, you can always supplement your collection of gear with additional items you find you need the next time you go camping.

Spending quality time with family has become the exception these days. Camping gives a family the opportunity to come together, without any distractions, and bond in a unique setting. Whether dad takes the kids fishing, while mom has some leisure time; or mom takes the kids hiking while dad enjoys some quiet time – or whether the entire family engages in both activities – camping reunites the family unit in a way no other type of vacation can.

If you are looking for an affordable vacation, camping is the way to go. Think of all the laughs and memories you’ll be able to share with each other in years to come!

Links:
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