More Safety Tips For The Whole Camping Experience

By now, you must be tired of me writing about camping safety already. I'm starting to sound like an old grandfather. I'm sorry if you felt that way. The truth is being safe is the key to a fun camping experience. So whatever it is, safety should come before anything else, no matter what you do in life.

Be it in a public or private campsite, the whole family should be prepared to make the camping experience both fun and safe.

Without any delay, here are a number of safety tips for happy go campers:

• First aid kit first! Remember to be prepared for cuts, bee stings and allergic reactions. Bring antiseptic, bug sprays and insect repellents, pain relievers and if possible snake bite kit.

• Plan your trip before going to the actual campsite. Check on whether you are going to setup a camping tent or what activities you wish to do. This will prepare you with what the things you would need to bring and need to know.

• Know the weather report before leaving. Make sure the weather is good for camping. If the weather is uncertain make sure you'll have shelter in case of heavy rain.

• Familiarize yourself with the plants surrounding the campsite. In case you come in contact with a poisonous plant, rinse the part with water immediately. Most of the times, calamine lotion is usually advised to be put on the affected areas.

• Wear light-colored clothing and do not wear any cologne or perfume so as not to attract stinging insects. Be calm when insects approach, use a brushing motion to drive them away.

• Don't forget essential camping supplies like flashlight, knife, whistle, fire starter, clothing and food.

• Check for all possible hazards in the campsite. Inspect the campsite. Check the terrain and look for beehives or possible poisonous plants.

• Be fire safe. Usually, campsites have fire rings where you can build your fire. Make sure that no other fuel-burning equipment near the fire. Do not use heating devices or candles inside the tent. Flashlights or battery-powered lights are preferred

• Build your tent on a safe spot. Keep it at a safe distance from the campfire.

• Dispose of your garbage properly. Your trash could attract animals to your camp.

• Remember good hygiene is essential. Wash you hands before and after toileting and food handling. Be aware that a lot of microorganisms are present in the area.

Camping is just one of the activities the whole family can do. It can also be a form of exercise at any age. Bonding with nature would seem to be a great idea.

However, one must be prepared for potential events that are unexpected to happen. Combat these events through thorough preparation. Plan ahead and know the ABC's of camping.

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