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Remember that your tent is your shelter and your home for the time you are camping.
They come in a veriety of shapes and sizes. I advise a four man tent
consider the weather, how many people will be in the tent, were your equipment will be.
BEDDING
Your sleeping bag is an important investment and you will spend a significant amount of time in it whilst camping so it is important that it is comfortable and suits all your needs.
There are many colours, sizes and the amount of insulation it will provide. If you are in a cold place get a lot of insulation.
Traditional or Summer
Traditional or summer sleeping bags are the choice if camping out in hot weather. They are for use in temperatures generally above 40 degrees, keeping you comfortable on warm nights. These bags are ideal for backpackers who don’t want to carry a lot of weight in their pack as they are constructed from lightweight material.
Three season bags
Three season bags are a versatile option which can be used in a variety of conditions throughout the milder seasons. They tend to have a rating of 10 degrees to 25 degrees above zero, which is adequate for 3 season camping or backpacking in most places. You will usually be able to vent your sleeping bag so as to keep you cool when it is warm.
Winter Bags / Four season Bags
For camping in winter and extreme weather conditions you will need to be well prepared with a winter bag. Winter camping sleeping bags will have a rating of between 0 degrees down to -40 (with some specialized bags having even colder weather ratings). These bags will be heavier and bulkier due to the extra insulation.
rectangular
Best if you move alot in your sleep and if you unzipp it can be made into a double quilt.
Tapered bags are wider at the shoulders and narrower at the end so do not allow for as much movement. They are much warmer because there is less air.
mummy
This bag is a tight, snug fit which is almost worn. It is ideal if you do not move around in your sleep as the confining shape allows the air your body heats to be retained.
colours
The darker the colour the more heat it should get if it gets wet so it can dry faster.
LIGHT
A torch is an essential item for camping and you need one you can rely on, whatever the size, shape or style. Also take a spare bulb and batteries.
Hadlamp
A torch headlight attached to an elastic headband, providing hands free lighting when worn. Headlamps are lightweight and compact and take away the effort of holding that torch when reading in the dark or venturing out of the tent for that late night toilet trip.
Lanterns
There are a Huge range of them including electric, candle and fuel.
Glow sticks
They are usually plastic with chemicals in to make them light up in the dark. These are most probaly the cheapest put also the worst of all.
CHECKLIST
Tent Kitchen Bath
Tent Cooker/stove/BBQ Towels
Pegs/stakes Bottled Gas Soap
Guy ropes Fire Lighter/charcoal Shampoo
Mallet Matches/Lighter Toothbrush
Groundsheet Chairs Toothpaste
Fly sheet Table Toilet Rolls
Roll Mats Cool Box/Fridge Sun Tan Lotion
Sleeping Bag Pans/Pots Clothes
Blankets Plates/Cutlery Waterproofs
Pillows Cooking Utensils Warm clothes
General Can Opener Beach Wear
Banckpack Sharp Knife Walking Shoes/Boots
Torch Bottle Opener Hat
Lantern Corkscrew First Aid
Batteries Storage Containers Antihistamines
Fuel Thermos Flask Antiseptic
Camera Cups/Glasses Insect Repellent
Binoculars Bin Bags Plasters/Bandages
Beach Equipment Kitchen Tissue/Napkins Pain Relief
Games Foil
Books Tea Towels
Toys Cloths
Radio/CD/cassette player Washing Up Bowl
Washing Up Liquid
Food
gun bullets
FIRE
Choose a clear area, away from trees and bushes
Ensure there are no overhanging branches
Try and choose somewhere with a natural windbreak
Never build a fire too close to a rock or cliff face so that it chars the natural environment
Use fire ring if provided, if not make one with stones, this will contain the ash
Keep gathered firewood away from fire area.
Build up your fire with this.
Tinder: small twigs, dry leaves, needles, bark, wood shavings or paper if you have it. This should burn immediately when lit
Kindling: Small sticks
Firewood: The fuel that keeps the fire burning, small to start, then increasing once fire is burning well.
There are several successful ways in which to build a fire; The tepee or crisscross style are popular and seem to work as they allow the air to circulate and the fire to build up slowly.
Start with the Tinder, gather a small heap of dry leaves, twigs, wood shavings or loosely screwed up newspaper in the centre of the fire ring. Either lay the kindling in a crisscrossed pattern lightly over the Tinder or layer it around in a tepee shape. You can build up several layers of kindling retaining the same shape but ensure you do not layer it too thick as the air needs to circulate for the fire to burn. A gap should be left at the base of your structure for the match to light the tinder. Lighting at the base is best as flames burn upwards.
Once lit, the interior layers will burn away and you can continue to add replacement layers until the fire is burning well. This is when you can start to add the fuel, the larger pieces of wood. Placed on the fire in a similar style to how you started can keep the fire burning well as opposed to throwing on large logs which might hinder its progress. Adding the proper size wood at timed intervals will keep the fire blazing.
COOKING WHILE CAMPING
Camp Cooking
A huge part of the fun of camping comes with cooking and eating outdoors. The campfire can provide your facility for cooking or you can choose one of the many camping stoves or BBQs that are on the market.
Cooking on the Campfire
Heavy duty Camp Grills can be used over your campfire. Usually a steel construction with a mesh top and fold away legs which sits over the open flames and provides a grill top for your kettle, frying pans and cooking pots.
Gas Stoves
Single, Double or Triple Burner Stove
Whether you are camping in a couple, with a group of with the family there are different sizes and styles of multi burner stoves available. Single Burner stoves, larger than the backpacking style are ideal if you know your cooking load will be small. If you prefer the freedom of being able to cook with several pans at once or know you have a lot of people to cook for then a two or three burner stove would be a better choice.
The styles of camping stove can differ hugely between the different makes and models but there are a few general points to think about
The gas cylinder may not be supplied, ensure you purchase a compatible model.
Many stoves come with detachable legs; these can be very useful to keep the stove at a convenient level, especially if you don�t have a table.
An attached wind guard can be beneficial, especially if cooking in bad weather conditions.
Camp Ovens
Camp ovens are an age old method of cooking outdoors. They can be a great option if you want to prepare meals in advance and leave them to cook slowly in the coals. A camp oven, often known as a Dutch oven is a cast iron or sometimes aluminium pot with short legs to enable it to stand in the coals and have air circulating below; a tight fitting lid to prevent ash entering and a handle for allowing you to hang it above the fire.
Keeping food cold
It is difficult sometimes whilst camping to keep food cold, especially if you are in warmer temperatures. It is worth investing in a good quality cooler to keep all perishable foods well chilled. Keeping coolers in the shade will conserve the ice and block ice will last longer then cubed or crushed ice. Check ice regularly and keep food in watertight bags so that they are not damaged as ice melts. It is a good idea to keep a separate cooler for drinks so that the food one does not need to opened so regularly. Freezing drinks and food before leaving home can help to keep them cool for longer and pre prepared meals can save time as once defrosted you can heat and eat straight away.
Dry food storage
There are not the same precautions with dry foods as they are less likely to be affected by the heat or cold. It is however important to keep them securely stored away. Measuring out the amounts you are likely to need is a good idea as it saves space when packing and time when preparing meals. Sealable bags and plastic containers are useful and keeping all your food and cooking utensils in a large plastic box with a tight fitting lid is useful for keeping it off the floor and out of reach of any birds, animals and bugs.
Ensure food waste is out of reach of animals and pests also, clean all cooking utensils if leaving them in the open and keep your rubbish bags sealed and off the floor.
Water Safety
If you use water from a natural water source when camping, then it is advisable to purify it to kill any micro organisms which can lead to an upset stomach or further health problems.
There are several ways in which to purify water
Boil water vigorously for 5-10 minutes
Add 8 drops of liquid chlorine bleach per gallon of water or 16 drops if the water is cloudy and let stand for 30 minutes
Using a 2% tincture of Iodine, add 20 drops per gallon of water, 40 drops if the water is cloudy and let stand for 30 minutes
Use water purification tablets available at chemists and some outdoors shops; follow directions on the label
Use a commercial water filter that removes bacteria, protozoa, viruses, and chemicals
After purifying the water, to improve the taste, aerate it by pouring it back and forth between two clean containers. Also, adding a pinch of salt may sweeten the taste. Store purified water in clean, sanitary containers.
Always dispose of your cooking and dish water considerately. If you are camping near a natural water source ensure you dump it 200 feet away and if using soap for washing, use biodegradable and ensure it does not pollute the water source.
HUNTING
Under UK law it is illegal to use an airgun under the age of 14 you can not buy one till you are 17 but it can be given to you and still used legally.
with this you can hunt game, rabbits, pheasents and pidgeons.
The food is more fresh and doesnt just come from a supermarket packed or ready made. You can also hunt with a bow and arrow.
First thing is go to the surrounding countryside were you are camping and on to a field rabbits never go far from their burrow. You can just look in the air for birds to shoot.
Dont hit the first rabbit you see look for a few big ones and try to hit them just behind the eye. If you dont hit behind the eye, and they are suffering then reload and shoot behind the eye. It will take atleast another 30 mins for them to come out again or move to a different spot.
SKINNING THE RABBIT
This is not difficult just chop off the four paws and the head and cut through the chest from top to bottem. You can then just pull off all of the skin. Turn the rabbit upside down and all of the intestines and stuff will just slide out. if no just pull them out. the heart liver and kidneys are very tasty.
Then cut the meat off the bones and here is a bit of a recipe:RABBIT STEW
1 three pound rabbit
6 small onions, chopped
1 bay leaf
½ cup chopped celery
2 tsp. salt
2 cups diced carrots
3 raw potatoes, cut up
3 tbs. flour
1 tbs. chopped parsley
Clean rabbit and soak in salted water. Drain, disjoint it in pieces for serving and place in a large kettle with onions, bay leaf, celery and salt. Cover with cold water and cook slowly until tender, about two hours. Add chopped carrots and potatoes and continue cooking until these vegetables are done. Smooth flour with a little cold water and add slowly. When thickened, add chopped parsley and serve.
thank you and please vote fairly. this is a better one than my last egg. sorry that it is that long.
Jul 23, 2007 10:37 am - didnt c/p and from now on am goin to put that at the end of it and make 100% pure non c/p from now on but my recipe was c/p for spicy fajitas but i swear on my mums life mate i didnt c/p i used a bit as a guide line
Jul 23, 2007 10:38 am - ... yea your whole cooking part is copied exactly (aka not in your own words) right from here http://www.go-camping.org cooking.html
and all of the other parts are copied from this site also
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