"I photographed this raccoon at Delaware State Park in Ohio. This guy had managed to sneak out of the woods next to our campsite and get some grapes out of our cooler in spite of it being weighted down with a heavy rock. They may be cute and entertaining, but they can also be dangerous. Raccoons are one of the primary carriers of rabies, and they are also hosts for roundworm and Giardiasis. Avoid them at the campground and secure your food and ice chests at night." ~ David

Have you got an interesting story to tell from one of your camping trips? Have you had close encounters with wildlife? How about close calls with the weather? Any cute stories about camping with kids? Have you ever had a group of campers spontaneously get together and combine their efforts into a grand feast? I'm compiling amusing, humorous, entertaining, strange and weird stories about camping experiences.

Would you like to share a camping tale?

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