Camping Advice for Beginners

Half of being a good camper is about being prepared. The other half is about using common sense. Consider these common sense tips.

So you're ready for your first camping trip. You've got your checklist, and everything is in order. If only it were that simple. What they don't tell you may surprise you at the campground.

Good campers use common sense and are courteous to those camping around them, while others either lack awareness or aren't prepared, and they have no regard for their campground neighbors. Have you ever been guilty of one of these sins?

Examples of common mistakes that new campers make at the campground.

Improve your art for camping with this series of topics that cover the basics of camping.

Camping for Beginners Lesson 1 - advice about what gear you'll need to get started.

Camping for Beginners Lesson 2 - learn how to find a place to go camping.

Camping for Beginners Lesson 3 - tips about how to set up your campsite.

Camping for Beginners Lesson 4 - tips for packing up and leaving the campsite clean for the next camper.

Camping for Beginners Lesson 5 - tips for unpacking and storing your gear when you arrive home from a camping trip.

Learn about camping in 5 easy lessons. Know what camping gear you'll need, how to find a campground, what to expect when you get to your destination, how to set up your campsite, and how to be a good camper.