Camping in a tent is a great way to experience nature. One of the key motives for camping is this. It is very reviving to feel that closeness to Mother Nature. Having a tent as a place to sleep also makes travelling and organising overnight road excursions more affordable. Tenting seems to be less maintenance, which makes sleeping there a more liberating experience. The cost of buying and using a tent is far lower than that of an Automobile. Camping is immensely freeing because it keeps things straightforward. Simply gather your belongings, load the car, and drive off!
But like with other outdoor activities, preparation and planning are crucial. You're confronted with the environment and perhaps far from civilization. If this is your first time camping, it's critical to know that you've thought of everything.
After a long day of hiking in the mountains, you are eager to go inside your tent. We attempt to enter with the backpack and trekking pole after throwing the pole. We commit many of these mistakes to fit into the hiking community. You must understand how to utilise the tent properly if you want to have a relaxing and fun camping trip.
We have put together some advice on how to utilise a tent effectively so that you enjoy the best possible camping experience. Use these suggestions to get the most out of your tents.
How to Put Together Your Ideal Tent Camping Setup
Yes, it appears to be simple to set up. You say, "The booklet promises setup just takes 5 minutes." Since not everyone is an expert camper, you probably don't want to try out your techniques while it's getting dark outside and you're in the woods.
Instead, before leaving, pitch the tent several times in your sitting room or outdoor area. That will not only help you figure out what belongs where, but it will also speed up the tent-setting procedure so that you don't waste your valuable camping time fiddling with tent poles.
While on the trip, check accordingly:
Set priorities: Almost often, putting your tent is the most practical thing to do initially. Avoid missing the unexpected downpour because you were preoccupied with the tablecloth and chairs.
Plan your site arrangement carefully. Where should the tent go? What place ought should the food area be? Will there still be a place for the car to park? Be careful to keep an eye out for hidden dangers like ant mounds adjacent to your tent door or dangling branches above you.
Before fully pitching your tent, it's a good idea to lie down on the footprint to evaluate how comfortable the ground is.
When camping, ALWAYS keep the weather in mind. Is your tent site elevated? Do you notice any noticeable areas where water will flow off the ground after a storm? Remember that grass and gravel will be better able to withstand wetness than compacted earth. Before leaving, it's a good idea to check the weather prediction and bring additional tarps if required.
Make sure to Waterproof your Tent
Mother Nature is stunning, but she's also unpredictable; you can never predict what the weather could do. One moment it may be bright and 75 degrees, and the next it may be raining heavily. And when you go camping, you need to be prepped for this.
It's a good idea to waterproof your tent before leaving on your vacation to keep yourself and your stuff dry.
How do you do it?
Simply buy a can of silicone sealer, practise setting up your tent and then spray the tent from top to bottom and left to right. Don't forget to spray on the zippers!
If you find yourself camping in rain, just sprinkle the spray all around your tent to be prepared.
Clean up your Tent Site
Find a smooth, roughly level area to put your tent. Take some time to clean up the area once you've chosen a location. Small stones, sticks, pine cones, and briars should all be brushed away since they can puncture the tent floor.
Getting Inside a Tent
After taking off your shoes, keep your luggage inside. To protect them from snow or rain, keep the shoes in the space underneath the outside. Use the side pocket for your phone or other essentials and hang your headlamp from the hook above.
Sleep close to your tent partner in the middle of the tent. Put your bags to the side so that they appear to be protecting you. In this way, one another is kept warm by body heat. Make good use of sleeping bags. If you want to leave the tent at night, make sure to let your tentmate know or invite them along. Please shut the tent completely before going to sleep. All of the inner and outside portion zips should be fastened.
Be Mindful of the Sun
Consider the sun's position while you set up your tent. When camping in the summer, setting up your tent in the direct sun can make it considerably hotter inside and, in certain situations, even be deadly. Additionally, throughout the winter, your tent will become 10 degrees colder if you set up camp away from the sun. To choose a site properly, set up the tent early in the morning to get a sense of how the sun will affect you during the day.
UV rays are a top tent killer. The cloth will deteriorate with time due to the sun's rays. Therefore, even while setting up in the sun appears appealing, you may want to put your tent in the shadow to increase the life of the structure.
Maintain Tent Etiquettes
To ensure that everyone has a wonderful time at camp, each camper must adhere to the rules of etiquette.
1. Allow people to camp in your area. Although it's only natural for you to choose the finest position when you're the first to arrive at the campground, make sure that others have sufficient space. Make sure others can easily reach the water supply, the trail, and the restrooms, and only occupy what is necessary.
2. Avoid entering other people's campsites. Instead, go around them.
3. Avoid merely peeing or pooping wherever.
4. Maintain complete stillness at night and never make loud noises. It's never a good idea to be noisy when you're camping (or the outdoors in general). And this is particularly true at night when individuals are attempting to sleep in preparation for the following day. Some people might prefer to go to bed early, even if their gang wants to remain up until midnight.
5. Be supportive. Be of value to your fellow trekkers; if they forget a can of anything, kindly provide a spare. The golden rule is also the rule of the jungle.
6. Be amiable but mindful of others' privacy. Be courteous to other campers and ask them to your socials, but remember that some campers may desire their own quiet time, which you should respect. Don't push someone to use alcohol, either.
7. Be courteous to the guides as well. Trekkers that make the guides feel like a member of the team are much appreciated by them. Include them in your social gatherings and dinners, and they'll be more inclined to treat your group nicely as well.
8. Remember to follow the Leave No Trace guidelines. Camping has a major influence on trekking activities. Making sure you tidy up after yourself, not harming the environment by felling trees or destroying flora only to camp, and avoiding potential fire dangers are just a few ways to reduce this.
Leave the camping area as you found it
This is a very essential guideline to abide by both to conserve our beautiful outdoors and to show respect for those who will come after you. Ensure your fire is fully out and remove any rubbish you may have carried inside. Make sure you have all of your equipment packed and nothing is missing.
Do you feel like going camping right now? These suggestions will make it much simpler for you to prepare for your camping vacation, which will make it much more fun.
Conclusion
The tents should often be set up on a level, sturdy surface. Tents should not be set up on soft snow or rough terrain. To ensure proper air circulation and prevent condensation, the tent entrance and vents should be oriented in the direction of the wind. Digging drainage moats around your tent with an exit to handle rainwater is advised if you are not erecting your tent in an elevated area. To support the stakes and make them sturdy against strong winds, heavy stones might be placed.
Before your first trip, avoid overpacking with as much gear as you can. Focus on the basics.
Nothing will go perfectly the first time, so anticipate making mistakes on your initial few journeys!
So begin honing your tent-pitching skills right away; adventures are waiting
Writer & Trek Expert
Apurvi Manek
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