How to Car Camp
Successful car camping trips require plenty of advanced planning.
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Don't go into the woods without the camping equipment advice and tips in this Howcast video series.
You Will Need
- A car
- A list of camping equipment
- A tent
- A first aid kit
- A shovel
- Rain gear
- Water
- Friends
Steps
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Step 1
Make an equipment list
Make a checklist of the items you will need before you go. The list should include shelter and sleeping equipment, cooking utensils, food, campsite tools, flashlights and lanterns, toiletries, a first-aid kit, and clothing.
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Plan on camping for more than one night. The longer your trip, the more likely you will reap the benefits of the effort you spend planning the trip.
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Step 2
Practice setting up your tent
Practice putting up your tent and taking it down before you go. When choosing a tent, select one that is bigger than you think you’ll need.
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Step 3
Pack a first-aid kit
Pack a first-aid kit. Make sure everyone knows where it is and how to use it.
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Step 4
Pack a shovel
Pack a shovel. Shovels come in handy for lots of campsite chores, from leveling a campsite to tending a fire.
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Step 5
Prepare for all possible weather conditions
Prepare for all possible weather conditions. Pack rain gear if there is any possibility that you will encounter rain on your trip.
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Step 6
Bring enough water
Bring plenty of water if you will not have a local source at your campsite.
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Step 7
Camp with friends
Camp with friends. If you forget to bring something, chances are someone in your party will have it.
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Camping is one of most popular outdoor vacation activities in the United States.
