Suzanne Elzworth - A Practical Guide to Camping

SUZANNE ELSWORTH AND ALEX MORGAN

TECHNICAL EDITOR: TREVOR MORGAN

First published in Great Britain in 2022 by

White Owl

An imprint of

Pen & Sword Books Ltd

Yorkshire - Philadelphia

Copyright Suzanne Elsworth, Alex Morgan and

Trevor Morgan, 2022

ISBN 978 1 39901 434 2

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From comfort camping to backpacking bliss, this book aims to inspire anyone who has never spent a night under canvas, as well as those of you who want to take your outdoor experiences to the next level.

It will enable you to decide what kind of camper you are, or what sort of camper you want to be.

Whatever your idea of camping heaven and the camping hell you want to avoid at all costs we will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to create your perfect getaways.

The form they take is entirely up to you: isolation and tranquillity, lively socialising, or an escape for some family fun with a cost-effective holiday at home or abroad.

Every chapter includes expert tips and the key things you need to consider, alongside cheap hacks to stop you spending loads of money, and luxury options if you want to splash out on the best equipment or gadgets.

The brands we mention are ones we like, but plenty of others are available, and the prices we quote were correct at the time of going to press.

Camping can be the most wonderful adventure you will ever have all it takes is a little preparation!

Suzanne, Alex and Trevor

Dont leave home without

Tent inner and outer, poles, pegs and guy lines, or another shelter, plus pump if you have an air tent

Groundsheet

Stove, pot or pan, fuel and lighter

Torch and spare batteries

Waterproof clothing, appropriate footwear and extra layers

A source of water, filter if necessary, and bottles or bladder

Food and something to eat and drink out of

Sleeping bag or bedding

Sleep mat or airbed

Basic toiletries and a towel

First-aid kit see

Essential medication

Money and bank cards

Phone and mains charger or power bank

Bags for rubbish, wet and dry kit

Add these depending on your type of camping, season and location

Pillow

Hot water bottle

Chairs

Table

Cool box

Flask

Picnic rug or blanket

Washing-up bowl, liquid and cloths

Strong cord and clothes pegs

Dustpan and brush

Binbags

Kitchen roll

Headphones

Playing cards

Something to read

Childrens toys and games

Earplugs

Insect repellent spray, midge coils or specialist clothing