 When you are on your camping trip with your family you want to make sure that you can enjoy yourself and relax. The best way to do this is to be prepared. Safety is a key factor when you are on a camping trip. There are many precautions you need to consider, and a lot of planning that you must do before going on your camping trip.  Camping is meant to be fun for the whole family but dangers do lurk when you're in the outdoors or woods.When planning your trip you should research the area where you are planning to vacation. (The pictures show a road we didn't find out enough about before we started down the mountain- definately the wrong road for a motorhome pulling a boat- only 1 lane with switchbacks and no pavement!) On the date you have planned for your camping trip, you should check to see what the weather is going to be like. You should also check where the nearest hospital is that has an emergency room. Make sure that you take a first aid kit with you. First aid kits are important when camping in case someone falls or develops a rash or any skin irritations. Insect repellent should also be taken as well as citronella candles or torches. Radios can be helpful if a storm develops. Camping outside in a tent can be adventurous, or even dangerous depending on weather conditions. It’s a little safer in an RV, but bad weather is bad weather! This is why it is safer if you choose a campground with a ranger or personnel on site. Many campgrounds have personnel on site to make sure that animals do not wander near camping area. Be aware of potential dangers from wild animals in the area where you are staying. Also when going camping, you should have communication devices such as two way radios to pass out to your family if separated when hiking. Even if you have a cell phones, you still may not be able to use it. You’ll need to make sure that your cell phone has coverage in the area where you are camping and that all batteries are fully charged. Camping is supposed to be safe and fun for the whole family. All there’s left to do now is enjoy your camping trip. By Simon Harris |
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