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Camping Guide
A good camp is comfortable, safe and invisible when you leave. Here is how to make one.
Guide
Camp craft
Camping is a skill, and like any skill it improves with practice.
Camping well means choosing the right spot, setting up efficiently and living comfortably without harming the environment.
This guide covers the essentials: site selection, shelter, cooking, water, hygiene and leaving no trace.
Essentials
Camping essentials
- Choose a safe, level, well-drained pitch
- Pitch shelter before the weather turns
- Plan water and food for the whole stay
- Organise camp for comfort and safety
- Manage waste and hygiene properly
- Leave the site better than you found it
Camp routine
A simple camp routine
- Arrival
Choose and set up
Assess the site for hazards, choose pitches and set up shelter first.
- Evening
Cook and settle
Prepare food, store it safely and organise camp for the night.
- Night
Rest
Keep essentials and a light close, and know where your exit is.
- Morning
Break camp
Pack down, check for anything left behind and leave no trace.
Reference
Campsite checks
| Check | Good sign | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Ground | Level, dry, firm | Slopes, hollows, flood channels |
| Overhead | Clear sky | Dead branches, loose rock |
| Water | Safe distance from streams | Camping in drainage lines |
| Wind | Sheltered but ventilated | Exposed ridges and gullies |
| Impact | Durable ground | Fragile vegetation and seedlings |
FAQ
Camping questions
What tent do I need?
One suited to your conditions and group size. For tropical rain, good ventilation and a solid fly matter.
How do I stay warm and dry?
Good shelter, a proper sleeping mat for insulation, dry layers and ventilation to reduce condensation.
Is wild camping allowed?
Rules vary by location. Always check local regulations and land access before camping.
Camping
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