Catch Some of the Rising Suns

For some people, summer brings to mind camping - that outdoor activity also associated with campfire, horror stories, songs, barbeque, tents, and oversize sleeping bags. Nowadays, campers have more options as to where they can spend the night (or weeks in most cases). They can stay in private camping grounds, national parks (that have these specific locations), and public natural grounds.
Any place that allows you to commune with nature and that does not have certain amenities (television, computer, telephone, Internet, DVD, etc.) can be considered a camping ground. Just make sure that camping is permitted in that place before you pitch your tent or unroll your oversized sleeping bag.
Other than roasting marshmallows on the campfire, camping may also involve other recreational activities such as swimming, fishing, and hiking. Most camping grounds are located near mountains so people can enjoy the exercise and the scenery.
Some camps have cabins, rest rooms, dining areas, and other similar facilities. According to some articles on camping, these areas are not considered camping grounds. If you have access to certain amenities and facilities, then you are just not "roughing it."
You will never when you will need an oversized sleeping bag. Therefore, it is best to have one with you every time you plan to go camping or backpacking. There is a range of facilities and amenities available in camping grounds and campsites. Some may have electrical sources, while others may have sewer systems. Bringing an oversized sleeping bag will be useful, just in case the camping ground is really just a piece of land.
Instead of using oversized sleeping bags, some campers bring recreational vehicles (commonly known as RV), which have kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, and other amenities. If you are in the United States of America, you may encounter a camping site that provides electrical and water supply for recreational vehicles. Some may even provide sewer services.
Of course, those who choose to really "rough it" would prefer to bring an oversized sleeping bag and a large backpack containing clothes, toiletries, and food. Those who do not prefer to hike would bring bicycles with them. This is an environmental-friendly alternative to bringing a car, a motorcycle, or a boat.
Campers usually consider these tools as the basics - tent, sleeping bag (others prefer oversized sleeping bags), mattress or sleeping pad, lanterns, axe or hatchet, and chuck box. The portable stove can be considered optional, because you can always prepare your own cooking area. Food can be cooked on the campfire instead of on the stove.
Apart from an (oversized) sleeping bag, campers also bring garbage bags so they can bring their trash with them. Most campers believe in this quote, "Take nothing but pictures. Leave nothing but footprints. Kill nothing but time." To enjoy the food cooked outdoors, campers also bring eating utensils.
Camping is not just a recreational activity that allows you to commune with nature. It also allows you to interact with your fellow campers. Some form camping clubs or outdoor recreation organizations.
What are you waiting for? Take that oversized sleeping out of the closet and go camping!
Article Catch Some of the Rising Suns is written by Cassaundra Flores, owner of skyfireproducts.com
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