How to set up a camp/enjoy your camp time

There are many legitimate reasons to escape the routines of everyday life, and camping has contributed to the escape for many of us. We all need to get back to nature from time to time, and we can all benefit from close encounters with nature. Sitting by a campfire under a clear sky, gazing at the stars, and listening to the sounds of the night can strengthen our bodies, soothe our minds, and restore our spirits.

Check in

When you first arrive at the campground, you'll want to stop by the campground office to check in.

Identify yourself with the camp host and let them know if you have a reservation. You'll need to fill out a registration form and state how many people are participating in the camp, how long you plan to stay, and whether you're tent camping or recreational camping.

At registration, you can ask to drive through the campground to pick a spot. Tell them it's your first time here and you want to see what's available. The office may have maps so you can see different areas of the campground. If you have any location preferences, such as near the bathroom and shower, or near the lake, or away from the motorhome, please ask the attendant.

Prepare your campsite and pitch your tent

You've finally arrived at the campsite, and you're looking at the area to see where is the best place to set up your 2 person pop up camping tent or family tent for 6.

What should you be looking for?

Look for relatively high, flat ground

Why choose relatively high, flat ground to set up your tent? The advantage of choosing to set up your tent in a higher place is that when it rains, the rainwater will flow out of the tent rather than from the height to where the tent is. You shouldn't put your tent on a slope or you'll find yourself rolling out of your sleeping bag all night. So avoid camping on low slopes.

Check nearby water sources

Water is essential for camping. You need it for cooking and cleaning. When choosing a camp, check how far it is from the nearest water source. You don't want to go camping with a five-gallon water tank after all.

Find an area suitable for cooking

Never cook in your tent. Most campsites have BBQs and picnic tables. For cooktops, keep any leaves, twigs, or brushes that could catch fire away from the cooktop. Never let a campfire burn unattended.

Select another area to clean

Campgrounds usually have cleaning stations and faucets. Please do not use the bathroom or water dispenser to wash your ingredients. Use biodegradable soap. Dump sewage only in designated areas or where it will not cause harm.

Find the trash can

Always keep the camp clean and tidy. Collect all the rubbish from your own camping and place it away from any local critters or pests. It's a good idea to carry plastic trash bags and change them every day.

Choose some shady campsites

There is a shady spot to relax and unwind on a hot day or while lounging at the campsite. But as it is necessary to pay attention, do not put the tent under the tree when it is likely to rain. Not only are you the target of a lightning strike, but long after the storm has stopped, water droplets will keep falling from the trees, another rain.

Time to enjoy yourself!

After setting up camp, it's time to do what you came here to do, go play. Now is the time to enjoy what you love to do. For many campers, myself included, setting up a campsite and feeling the country vibe is a refreshing change from every angle of the city. I like to take the time to sit down, have a cold drink, and relax. Usually at this point, I'm thinking, "What did I forget to bring?" and there's always something useful left behind, like a bottle opener, clothesline, etc. But none of this matters! Don't let it disturb your good mood.

More camp tips

Keep a list

Divide your gear and all the essentials you will use while camping. The list will keep changing depending on when and where you like to camp and what you like to do. But the most important thing is to use it.

Plan meal times

Whether it's just the two of you or the whole family, let everyone know when they should eat and when they can hang out. Meals take more time to prepare at camp, but it's also one of those chores that everyone seems to want to help with.

Keep a clean camp

Clean dishes and eating areas thoroughly after meals and put all waste into appropriate containers. Never leave food on the campsite, as the creatures around the campsite will be quickly attracted to the smell of the food to eat it, often leaving quite a mess in the process.

Follow camp rules

Camp rules are usually posted near the camp entrance and are meant to allow everyone to enjoy the campsite. Be a good neighbor. Don't let yourself be a distraction to others.

Walking late at night

Check the stars, listen to the silence, smell the fresh air. There is nothing better than this.