Camping is supposed to be fun, but sometimes things don't go as well as we would like. Things like bad weather, noisy neighbors, dirty bathrooms, or poor management can quickly put a damper on your camping trip. Don't be discouraged. Take notes and learn to avoid bad situations in the future.

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Camping is an art. The more you camp, the better prepared you become. If you keep a checklist, you probably revise it every time you go camping. Campers eventually learn that redundant can be a good thing. A backup propane canister, extra tent stakes, or spare batteries may save you the inconvenience of an unscheduled trip to town to buy more. You can avoid foreseeable problems by being prepared with extras of necessities. Check out my suggestions for redundant camping items.