Camping Without A Fortune
You experience stress from work, children become more severe and uncontrollable every day, and your wife gives you this look. It's definitely time for a family vacation. In fact, it was time for vacation a few years ago, but you just kept putting it off because you could never afford it. Or is not it? I knew many people who had been waiting for a deserved vacation for so long, but never got to it, because they thought it required a lot of money to make it work. I'm telling you; Nothing can be further from the truth.
Perhaps it's time to think about bringing your family on a trip. Of course, it's not like visiting Disneyland or Italy or Hawaii, but, hey, we're talking cheaply here, right? Do not misunderstand me. Inexpensive travel to camping does not mean grasping pleasure. First, let's talk about places you could go to. In state / national parks and forests there are many beautiful campsites, as well as some other public recreation areas. These places make great campsites for everyone, but without a high price.
It costs only $ 12 to $ 25 per night in these campsites, so you can stay for 3 days without burning a hole in your pocket. Facilities in these campgrounds usually include a fire pit, a charcoal grill for these barbecues, picnic tables and benches. To create a tent will be provided with camping. Bathrooms and showers can usually be found in neighboring buildings. Drinking water will not be a problem, and you can easily find a convenient area for washing dishes, clothes and garbage disposal.
Some time ago I mentioned that camping in these places does not mean smoothing pleasure, and I meant it. Pedestrian paths are numerous in national and state parks and forests, and in most public parks there are also lakes for fishing, boating and swimming. As a rule, public parks also have play areas for children and playgrounds for sports, such as basketball and volleyball. You can also find great places to play baseball or just wander around old pork skin. Do not forget to bring your frieze and your bicycles with you. Adults and children also love to try their R / C cars and boats in these places. Some public parks even show films on weekends and natural programs for everyone who is interested.
If you already have a camping site, then you are all set up. All you need to pay is a tent camp, gas and food. But if you do not have the equipment yet, there is no need to worry. You can get the gear less than you think.
For family tents you can find those that sell about $ 300 or even less. If you have 4 members of your family, you may want to get a tent that is suitable for 5 or 6. You will be grateful for the extra room. Sleeping bags will cost you about $ 150 to $ 200, but you can also find good sleeping bags worth less than $ 100. Get a 3-season bag designed for 30-40 degrees of weather conditions; you can always unzip it if it becomes too warm. You may also need sleeping cushions for additional insulation from cold ground; they can be bought for about $ 40.
For your cooking needs, there is always a charcoal grill, but if you need a stove, you can buy it for $ 45 to $ 80. You may need coolers for your drinks, fish, meat and other foods that need a refrigerator . Coolers can cost from $ 30 to $ 80, while large ones can cost $ 100. Pans and pans you can always bring from home, as well as dishes and condiments. The only thing you need to buy is a tarpaulin for protecting the tent and a 9-volt rechargeable lamp. The lantern becomes too hot for me and attracts a lot of insects, so I would not use it.
The bottom line? The estimate is around $ 800, but this is just a one-time cost for getting a new outfit that you could use for more trips, not just that. After you purchase your camping, your next trips will be even cheaper. Tent camp fees should be about $ 150 per week, plus another $ 150 to $ 200 for gas, food and ice. You will only need to replenish from time to time, especially for batteries. There you go: a fun, adventurous vacation without having to spend a fortune!