family camping on a tight budget

family camping on a tight budget

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family camping on a tight budget

Camping is one family activity that we have been able to afford and enjoy over the years. Even when we went through some financial difficulties, we knew that we could still afford to take the kids camping and maintain a tight budget. If you want to go camping, but have a very tight budget, go to my site. Here, you will find a long list of tips and ideas that can help you entertain and feed your family while you are camping under the starry skies. Hopefully, everything that I have learned over the years can help other families find the affordable enjoyment that we have over the years.

 

How To Get In On The Glamping Experience

12 August 2015
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You may have heard the word "glamping" a lot lately; it's the term used to describe the trend of people taking a more glamorous approach to camping. If you want to explore nature, there's no need to get dirty and sleep in the dark. Here are some ways that you can set up a great glamping experience.

Step 1: Get a Trailer

The best way to boost your camping experience is to get a trailer. Trailer dealers like Camping World of Ocala can offer you a variety of models that include bathrooms, power outlets, and kitchen facilities.  This can provide you a great base of amenities, and then you can build an outdoor space attached to your trailer.

Step 2: Set up an Outdoor Space

Camping wouldn't be the same without a bonfire and spending time outdoors. You can use a tarp to hang off of your trailer and provide a sheltered outdoor space where you can set up a picnic area or a campfire. Another option is to have a large open-air tent to keep the flies away from your food.

Step 3:  Consider Power Options

Your trailer will provide you with some power options; it may come with its own generator and outlets. You can also purchase a separate power generator for outdoor use, and these can run on gas to make recharging easier.

Step 4: Lighting Options

One of the funnest parts about glamping is setting up additional lighting; you don't need to rely on a flashlight and lanterns like you do with camping. Consider adding scented candles or solar-powered LED track lighting to light the paths to your glamping spot. For a bit of mood lighting, you can tie string lights around the posts of your tent and the outside of your trailer.

Step 5: Food

Eating well can still be a challenge if you don't have the luxury of a full kitchen. By choosing fresh ingredients and preparing most of your food ahead of time, you can still eat well during a camping trip. As an example, you can make the traditional campfire hamburgers more appealing by marinating them at home. You also need to consider how you'll keep your foods cool outdoors, so consider bringing a slab of ice to store foods on. 

Camping can be an even more family-friendly event if you have the amenities to make it appeal to everyone. These ideas should get you started in enjoying a great glamping experience without leaving your comforts behind.