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Camping Thread

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Spring time and summer is coming soon and I wanted to get ready for camping. Where are some good places to go in your area? Also what are some of the necessities for a good trip? What equipment do you use or recommend? How much do these items cost? Any camping stories? Experiences?

Edit: Anyone use Mountainsmith bags?

Necessities:
Compass
Whistler (if you get lost)
Water proof matches
Thermo Foil Blanket
Hand warmers
Baby wipes (to feel fresh)
flash lights (w/ extra batteries)
couple of zip lock bags
two candles
First Aide Kit

Equipment:
Tent (2-man) w/ foot print and wind/water proof cover or tarp.
Thin sleeping bag with thermal clothing to keep from sweat moisture making you cold at night. (30-40+ rating)
Compact stove
Backpack (good internal frame, good lumbar support)
# Map (in a watertight case)
# Compass (plus an optional GPS receiver)
# Extra clothing (men's, women's, kids')
# Extra food and water
# First-aid kit
# Headlamp or flashlight (with extra batteries)
# Matches (storm proof, or in a watertight container)
# Fire starter
# Knife (or multi-use camp tool)
# Sunglasses
# Sunscreen
# Water filter (or other method of water treatment)
# Whistle
# Food storage device
 
In my area? one of the five billions lakes north of here.

necessities - bic lighters, food, beer.


seriously - equipment depends on what your doing. If youve got an RV or a van, you obviously don't need lightweight stuff. If you're on foot, its nice..
 
Washington: Go east from Seattle on I-90, exit 62. Go towards Lost Lake. Nice place where you can bring your guns, make fire, and basically do whatever you want. Then there is Mt. Rainier, nice place where you can have some great hikes but it is more restricted. The Olympic mountains are overrated IMO, there are better places to go in the state.

California: Yosemite National Park. Camp 4 if you want to meet people from around the world, especially climbers. Porcupine Flat (if I remember the name correctly) if you want to be alone.. or just hike in the woods and set up camp.

Utah: Zion National Park.. if I remember correctyle it is mile marker 23 (or 123 or something) where there is a plot of land which is free for camping. Beware there are ants everywhere, but you get privacy and the Virgin River is flowing right next to you for a nice cool down swim after hiking.

I usually bring lots of beer, guns and ammo if I can shoot there, fire making tools, a pan, some random meat, some chili, a knife, and sleeping items.
 
I'd say hiking for 2 to 3 days or even just camping near the beach. Whatever.

What are some cool places in Oregon?
 
If you are near seattle, pm me otherwise i dont want to go into all the cool places. NW ROCKS for camping, out east has nothing on the NW.
 
You forgot M6, shotgun, and machete. Can't go camping w/o protection. Those mountain lions and bears will eat you alive.
 
I went on an outward-bound trip in Oregon. Amazing camping, hiking, etc... near Mt. Washington area and the 50 miles surrounding it in all directions. I was blown away by the scenery, the privateness, etc... If you are up for some good hiking you can rwally have an outstanding and memorable time. I would go with you if I wasn't going to Japan and the fact that I'm a stranger.

It is right near the Pacific Trail and some Big lake.
 
Originally posted by: DaWhim
good thread, I am planning to go camping next month. any good campsite in NY?
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Adirondacks. Go for Mount Marcy. One of the trailheads is at the Adirondack Loj (yes, Loj) and it's a very decent hike. Make camp at one of the backcountry designated camping sites and you should be good. Marcy is nice because it's relatively close to Lake Placid which is beautiful and has gas, food, lodging, etc.

Make sure you do not run out of gas after dark, as no gas stations are open anywhere in the Adirondacks, which is pretty vast.
 
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