Sunday, August 21, 2011

Packing Tips For Your Next Outdoor Vacation

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By Gina Parks


Sometimes you just want to get away from it all - from the shrill ring of the telephone at work to the very presence of your boss who obviously doesn't believe that all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. And it's but natural to want to spend your holiday outdoors to get away. Preparation is key to enjoying your camping experience since there will usually be no opportunity to buy necessities at your campsite. One of the most essential keys to enjoying your vacation is to pack the right clothing. Always check climate first before anything else. Even if you're just a few hours away, a higher elevation could cause temperature to drop like the stock market back in '29. Also check the weather report and plan accordingly. Plan for rain even if the weather report doesn't predict it; better safe than sorry.

For warm weather, you should ideally be dressed in lightweight clothing that would let your sweat evaporate and your skin breathe easily. Shorts are only to be worn if you are sure your campsite does not have any excessive brush, nor overly exotic fauna that could include poisonous plants and disease-bearing insects, especially mosquitos.

While it may be more tedious to pack for cold weather camping, this is because it is doubly important in this case to bring the right clothes. Choose clothing that is both thick and breathable. Be sure that you go with clothing that allows sweat to freely evaporate into the fabric. Wool is itchy and cotton doesn't supply enough warmth so look for blends. Chances are your nearest sporting goods store has the right gear for cold weather camping, clothing included. In the event you may have to go cold weather camping in freezing climate, you'll want to have a pair of two of thermal underwear for a comfortable rest at night and additional warmth. Your choice of jacket is also going to play a significant part in your camping gear - you should always choose one that has proper insulation and one that is rain-resistant. It should also be lightweight and allow you to move freely so you're not unduly burdened when trekking and preparing your campsite. There are many modern fabrics that offer a combination of being lightweight, warm, breathable and comfortable such as Primaloft and Thinsulate. You may pay more than you would for an conventional jacket, but you'll be thankful you spent a little extra when the temperatures approach zero in your campsite.

Regardless of the temperature, choose durable clothing so that it stands up to grazes with the terrain and protects you from scrapes and cuts. We can't stress this enough - always dress in layers to adjust with weather's many changing moods. Again, lightweight clothing is something you want to prioritize, because after all, you'll be lugging around those unused pieces of garment when you're not wearing them. This is especially important when you'll be hiking to your campsite.

Make sure you prioritize bringing the right camping equipment, because this can be a deal-maker or deal-breaker when it comes to predicting the success of your camp-out. Keep yourself safe from the wrath of Mother Nature and your outdoor vacation will be a blast for everybody involved, yourself included.




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