If you have been craving for some heavier trips and don't really wish to do the regular stuff, then why don't you try out driving out to camp in some wilder spots? This will likely be a great new experience for you, and above everything else , you will spend some rejuvenating time, away from the hustle-bustle of life in town, in the lap of Mother Nature.
However, just remember, to go camping in wild country, you ought to at least switch on the wild side in you. If you are heading towards really wild country, you have to ask yourself how will you cope if you become stuck or if your 4x4 breaks down? To be properly prepared for serious trips, you need to consider some formal bushcraft and survival training.
If you are not ready for the truly wild places, you can still do camping while enjoying your comfort. Try and keep your gear simple nevertheless , even if though you've a car to carry it all. The easier you can make things the better. Trying to carry too much luxury with you will not be as exciting and captivating as roughing in the outback like adventurers either!
Honestly, camping simply yet easily isn't a cakewalk. You ought to ready yourself psychologically and physically to further enjoy camping to the uttermost. Therefore , below are some useful tips for travelling and camping safely in the more remote spots you can reach:-
1) Irrespective of your campsite, just make sure that it is definitely possible to get back onto the primary road. If the weather takes a turn for the worse and the ground conditions change, make sure you can get your auto out. At times , in excitement, people select campsites where in bad conditions it is not possible to take the vehicles along. So, to be on the safer side, select a camp location which is in easy distance of the key route you are travelling.
2) It is preferable to drive right up to the campsite in your car, otherwise, you'll encounter problems while setting-up the camp and fixing each and everything. In fact , your 4x4 will act as your store-room. If cars are parked at a distance from the tents, then you'll tire yourself while commuting from tents to the vehicles and vice-versa.
3) For reasons of safety , do always bring the emergency supplies, for example adequate water, warm layers, map, torch, insect protection kit, waterproof bag, compass, flashlight, knife, whistle, high energy food and so on.
4) A first aid kid is imperative during this sort of camping trip. Being encircled by flora and fauna might give you some cuts, scratches and allergies , keep the antiseptics, pain relievers and other elementary first aid items with you.
5) Before you finally depart for camping, just take a note of the weather. If it seems wet for the following few days, then simply delay the plan for sometime. Select to go for camping when you feel the weather is agreeable and favourable.
6) Early arrival to the campsite will give you sufficient time to set up your campsite according to the plan. Late arrival will give you few hours of day-light to get properly accommodated at the campsite. It is a good idea to arrive with enough time to get everything in place and arranged. Then you relax and enjoy your surroundings.
However, just remember, to go camping in wild country, you ought to at least switch on the wild side in you. If you are heading towards really wild country, you have to ask yourself how will you cope if you become stuck or if your 4x4 breaks down? To be properly prepared for serious trips, you need to consider some formal bushcraft and survival training.
If you are not ready for the truly wild places, you can still do camping while enjoying your comfort. Try and keep your gear simple nevertheless , even if though you've a car to carry it all. The easier you can make things the better. Trying to carry too much luxury with you will not be as exciting and captivating as roughing in the outback like adventurers either!
Honestly, camping simply yet easily isn't a cakewalk. You ought to ready yourself psychologically and physically to further enjoy camping to the uttermost. Therefore , below are some useful tips for travelling and camping safely in the more remote spots you can reach:-
1) Irrespective of your campsite, just make sure that it is definitely possible to get back onto the primary road. If the weather takes a turn for the worse and the ground conditions change, make sure you can get your auto out. At times , in excitement, people select campsites where in bad conditions it is not possible to take the vehicles along. So, to be on the safer side, select a camp location which is in easy distance of the key route you are travelling.
2) It is preferable to drive right up to the campsite in your car, otherwise, you'll encounter problems while setting-up the camp and fixing each and everything. In fact , your 4x4 will act as your store-room. If cars are parked at a distance from the tents, then you'll tire yourself while commuting from tents to the vehicles and vice-versa.
3) For reasons of safety , do always bring the emergency supplies, for example adequate water, warm layers, map, torch, insect protection kit, waterproof bag, compass, flashlight, knife, whistle, high energy food and so on.
4) A first aid kid is imperative during this sort of camping trip. Being encircled by flora and fauna might give you some cuts, scratches and allergies , keep the antiseptics, pain relievers and other elementary first aid items with you.
5) Before you finally depart for camping, just take a note of the weather. If it seems wet for the following few days, then simply delay the plan for sometime. Select to go for camping when you feel the weather is agreeable and favourable.
6) Early arrival to the campsite will give you sufficient time to set up your campsite according to the plan. Late arrival will give you few hours of day-light to get properly accommodated at the campsite. It is a good idea to arrive with enough time to get everything in place and arranged. Then you relax and enjoy your surroundings.
About the Author:
Dennis Palumbo is an outdoors fan, obsessive traveller and keen photographer. He likes to encourage people to consider and learn the basics of staying safe when travelling off the beaten track, including via his bushcraft training blog.
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