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Q: Where can i find new older model family camping tents at a closeout price?

A: Try campmor.com
You can see their stuff online or request a catalog in the mail (free). They usually have great deals. They also have a ’super-special-deals’ section for discontinued items with extra savings.

Q: I want to take my family tent camping in a secluded area in ma can anyone help me?
My husband and I would like to take our children tent camping because they have never been. We would like somewhere on a river and to be secluded because I do not want to disturb anyone else. If there is somewhere that we can have a few tents at once and two vehicles that would be great because a friend and his family would like to go. We would like to it to be in MA or NH any ideas?

A: have you tried the Berkshires absolutely beautiful ,peaceful ,secluded sounds like what your looking for! mass vacations.com is the tourism website(i think)

Q: What is the best family camping tent? Experienced campers are needed!
I would like to purchase a family camping tent for my husband and kids – only problem, I don’t know ANYTHING about camping! I know I would like a 2 or 3 room tent, but I would like to be able to stand up in the side rooms. Some of the tents I have looked at it appears that you must “crawl” into the side tents. Is this a common thing? Also what do you suggest I purchase as necessities along with the tent? Sleeping bags, cots, stove? Any help is greatly appreciated, again I have never in my life camped so this is completely new to me.

What are some things that you find essential for camping? Things that you don’t leave home without???

A: http://camping.about.com/od/campingforbeginners/Advice_for_Beginners.htm

http://www.lovetheoutdoors.com/camping/Checklists.htm

or

Camping Checklist (compliments of camping.about.com)
Shelter and Bedding (essentials)
__ tent
__ tarp
__ sleeping bag
__ sleeping pad
__ headrest

Cooking and Dining (essentials)
__ water
__ food
__ cooler
__ camp stove
__ mess kit
__ can opener
__ charcoal

Clothes
__ t-shirts
__ shorts
__ jeans/pants
__ socks
__ shoes/boots
__ camp shoes
__ hat/cap
__ sweater
__ rain poncho
__ underwear
__ swim suit
__ laundry bag
__ _____________
__ _____________
__ _____________
__ _____________

Personal Hygiene
__ tooth brush
__ tooth paste
__ wash rag(s)
__ towel(s)
__ soap
__ comb/brush
__ nail clippers
__ razor
__ toilet paper
__ _____________
__ _____________ Shelter and Bedding (optionals)
__ book
__ cot
__ comforter
__ throw rug
__ pillow

Cooking and Dining (optionals)
__ charcoal chimney
__ smoker
__ Dutch oven
__ hot dog sticks
__ pie irons
__ chairs
__ folding table
__ table cloth
__ butane lighter
__ screen room

Cleaning Items
__ broom
__ dust pan
__ whisk broom
__ lawn rake
__ dish pan
__ detergent
__ dish rags
__ ppt scrubber

First Aid Kit
__ personal medication
__ bandages
__ aspirin, Tylenol
__ medical tape
__ sterile gauze
__ elastic wrap
__ antiseptic wipes
__ antibiotic cream
__ burn ointment
__ sunburn lotion
__ hydrogen peroxide
__ scissors
__ tweezers
__ eye wash
__ sanitary napkins
__ snake bite kit Chuck Box
__ salt and pepper
__ herbs and spices
__ cooking oil
__ pot holders
__ paper towels
__ napkins
__ plastic trash bags
__ tongs and spatula
__ aluminum foil
__ measuring cups
__ plastic silverware
__ paper plates/bowls
__ plastic cups
__ zip lock bags
__ knives
__ cutting board
__ cork screw

Miscellaneous Items
__ binoculars
__ bird guide
__ bug spray
__ bungi cords
__ camera
__ candles
__ cards, games
__ cell phone
__ clothes pins
__ compass
__ duct tape
__ fishing gear
__ flashlight
__ frisbee
__ GPS
__ kites
__ knife
__ lantern
__ matches
__ pen and paper
__ rope
__ shower bag
__ sun block
__ tools
__ water filters
__ whistle

Q: Any family tent camping groups in southern California?
Have a 4 and 5 year old who enjoy camping. I am wondering if there is a family oriented camping group in southern California.

A: The YMCA, Boys/girls club, Boy Scouts of America are all active family outdoor organizations at 4-5 that’s on the young side for camping related activities with these groups but they do have family camps where the whole family can attend camp together. Calvary Chapel Costa mesa also has a family camping group and also has a family summer camp where they cater to young families such as yours as well. here is the info for that

http://www.calvarychapelcostamesa.com/events/family-camp-1

Q: What is the best brand 2-3 room camping tents for a family??
We are looking to spend $ 70-150 …….we checked out a few but lots had problems with leaking…..please help!!!
We are looking for the cabin style tents….Thank you!
Camping in Tx …..

A: Coleman or EB are good, for around 80 – 150. Scotch guard the tent inside and out then seal the stitching before use. We camp all the time and no problems even in major down pours

Q: camping 2nd hand family tents uk?
any websites about where they do cheap 2nd hand family tents?

A: just take some tarps and use some string and sticks and make a leanto or a fort!

Q: I have a tent, but no instructions. bag says Apartment 9 Family Camping Tent model#: GM4101 YB?
I think it is made by Quictent. I don’t know where I can find instructions for putting together tents. Any help would be appreciated. thanks

A: Too bad survival of the fittest doesnt chime in here…

Q: Tents for family camping?
Does anyone know where I could buy a tent ( online or in store ) that would be fire retardant FREE . ..?
I really need a new tent but I want to get one with no fire retardants.

A: I believe most tents have fire retardant. Your best bet would be one of the canvas tent suppliers. They make tepees and period tents from canvas and some are made to order. I’ll bet they make a tent and then add the fire retardant. They would probably be the mfg. that has what you require.

Q: How can i go camping with my family?
I wanna go camping with my family. Like a real camp, with tents, marshmellows the whole lot! But i live in UAE and i dnt knw anywhere here thats good for that. Its all dessert and stuff u knw. I want greenery. Help anyone?

A: You need to green a room. There are wallpapers that look like forest and jungle. I’ve seen clever people do amazing things with construction paper design. Real plants can give room the scent of greenery. Don’t forget to color yourself green. Add some big mirrors, grill broil marshmallows, and enjoy fruit drinks. I once had to make do with just army green
parachute as my ceiling and walls; sunshine passing it
seemed to turn everything within the color of new grass.

Q: I’m looking for a fire retardant family camping tent, anyone know of any sites that have…?
…just those kinds of tents?
I’m trying to find one that has the capacity of ten or more people. I and whoever else that camps with me will be using air mattresses instead of sleeping bags so I want to make sure I still have plenty of room in the tent because the air mattresses are queen size and the big raised style kind. My budget that I set for one is no more than $250. A three season tent is all I will need because I only plan on using it in the spring and summer. Some of the brands I have already looked at are Cabela’s, Bass Pro Shop, Trek, Wincester, and Coleman tents that say they’re fire retardant. Thanks in advance for any help that anyone can give me. I’ve been searching off and on for two months and if I don’t find one soon it will be too cold in my area to camp.

A: My family is really into out door activities. We do not live close by to a major camping store, so we have found that REI.com really offers a lot of selection for all of the outdoor supplies that we need.

Q: what is the largest family camping tent? we have 6 kids.. people plus gear..?
i want the biggest tent possible. to fit our bags as well..

A: You can get tents in any size you want to pay for.
But the bigger it is the heavier it is and takes up more room, both in the car as well as the camp site.

You will only be using it for sleeping and some storage, EXCEPT for food and other smellables!
You don’t want furry visitors in the tent.

Get a 3 room rectangle dome type.

Q: Advice on buying camping equipment and recommended family camping sites.?
Hi, im looking to buy a couple of tents and would like some advice please. I am after purchasing a small light weight 3 person tent that could fit on the back of a motorbike for camping weekends. Also we are looking to purchase a family tent that would sleep 6. Any recommeded tents?

Are there any good camping shops / sites apart from millets.

Also can anyone recommend any good family freindly campsites in the UK.

Any advice on camping would be helpfull.

Cheers.

A: With over 40 years of camping experience I have found high tech tents [expensive] to be no better than a cheap one. Look for double sewn and sealed seams with a water proof bottom and a full fly. Preferably a 3 or 4 season tent. #1 rule never set your tent up in a dip or on ground lower than than the area around it. As in most things, experience is by far the best teacher. Each time you go camping you will find new things you need and others that you don’t. And the best part is you will have fun learning. Good luck and GO FOR IT!

Q: Where is a good place to go tent camping this weekend in Northern Ca?
Family camping with 3 kids 17months-7years in a tent, we live in Sac. Want to go somewhere it’s going to be around 70’s not too hot nor cold, yet hotter is better than cold since we will be in tents. Thanks. Yes this weekend.

A: http://www.parks.ca.gov/pages/462/files/LakeOroville2008.pdf
“Lake Oroville State Recreation Area”
Location-Directions
From Highway 70, go east on Highway 162 (Oroville Dam Blvd.). Continue on Oroville Dam Blvd., turning right at Olive Hwy. (Highway 162), proceed approximately 6 miles on Olive Highway to Kelly Ridge Road. Turn left and Kelly Ridge Road ends in the Visitor Center parking lot.

Q: Please advice my family how to choose a 3 season tent for camping for 6 people.?
We would like to begin camping again this summer, but haven’t done any since before our children were born. Please advice how to determine the best choices for our investment. We need 1 with a lot of room and at least room for an air mattress. We would prefer 1 with multiple rooms option but do not want poor quality. Anyone know anything about Turbo Tents? Any advice- will be great.

A: I haven’t heard of turbo tents. A bit pricey I might say. If you want good quality, a stay dry guarantee, easy set up, and room for 6 + all your gear I recommend Colman Tents. And this model,

http://www.coleman.com/coleman/colemancom/detail.asp?product_id=2000001587&categoryid=11020&brand=

Q: Is tent camping a good family vacation?
My family really wants to try it. What should I bring other than a positive attitude? What would I cook for meals for my kids?

A: It depends on the family. If your into the outdoors yeah it can be a great time. But it’s not for everybody. A few friends and I took their daughters camping 3 of them had a fun time. But the other was upset because she couldn’t get cellphone signal or that she was going to miss out what was happening at their local mall.

What to cook is hard to say. You know your kids better than us. We don’t know if their finicky eaters so I would suggest cook their favorite food & they should be happy. To get some cooking ideas check out this Boy Scouts site.

http://www.scoutorama.com/recipe/index.cfm

As for things to bring your list can very. You will have your tent, sleeping bags, air matresses, latterns, cooking gear, etc. But there are always the little things you might forget. To save time I keep all of my gear in rubbermade totes. I have a few for different things.

One is my cooking/kitchen items. This will contain my utensils, pans, coffee pot, paper plates, etc.

Another tote is my tent stuff. This contains my groundcloth, tent air mattresses & stakes.

The final tote is what I call my general tote. This has the other items like matches, bug spray, first aid kit, extra rope, batteries, rain gear, etc.

One thing I would suggest is bring something for everybody to do. One thing I carry with is a 7 in 1 magnetic travel game set. It’s small and takes up hardly any space. Another thing that is real popular at the campsites I go to is called ladderball. It a game you make out of PVC tubing, golf balls and rope. Here’s a link on how to play and make the game.

http://www.ladderball.org/

Have a great time enjoy the great outdoors.

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