The Down and Dirty Guide to Camping with Kids


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Plan your family camping adventure! Whether you’re a first-time camper or a veteran backpacker befuddled by the challenges of carting a brood—and all the requisite gear—into the great outdoors, here you’ll find all the tips and tools you need to plan the perfect nature adventure with your family. Humorous and irreverent, yet always authoritative, this guide to camping with kids, from babies through pre-teens, is filled with checklists, smart tips, recipes, games, activities, and art projects. Helen Olsson, a seasoned camper and mother of three, shares lessons learned over the years of nature outings with her own family. Learn the basics of family camping, from choosing a destination and packing gear to setting up a campsite and keeping little ones safe. Create the perfect camp menu with simple and tasty recipe ideas. Discover foolproof tips and tactics for keeping kids happy and entertained while hiking. Explore nature through clever and creative camp arts and craft projects. This guide is your game plan to unplugging from the digital world and connecting your kids to nature. Whether it’s roasting marshmallows around a crackling campfire or stretching out on a camp mat to gaze at the stars, the memories you’ll be making will last a lifetime.




Camping Activity Book for Families


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Winner of the 2017 Independent Publisher Book Award in the Children's Interactive category! Camping Activity Book for Families offers up a wide variety of activities, games, crafts, songs, and good old-fashioned fun for parents and children to share in the wonders of the outdoors. Whether it’s creating pinecone art and giant nests or going on nature-themed scavenger hunts, observing the night sky, or playing flashlight tag at the campground, this book gets the whole family engaged in everything outdoors. With age-specific recommendations, activity suggestions for parents, family conversation starter sidebars, and kids-only tips, this book has fun activities for every minute and every age group.




See You at the Campground


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A family-friendly guide for camping with kids and infants — because the best memories are the ones made around the campfire. Road trips with kids aren't easy, but new parents of twins Stephanie and Jeremy Puglisi became experts at creating lasting family memories without breaking the bank. Whether you're new to camping or a seasoned pro, hit the road with Stephanie and Jeremy, hosts of the popular The RV Atlas podcast, as they show you the different ways that camping can lead to a happier, healthier family. From hiking with infants to navigating RV camping in state parks and camping in national parks—these outdoor lovers have tried it all, and See You at the Campground is a beautifully illustrated camping book for adults packed with personal anecdotes, packing lists, site recommendations, and recipes that will help you create a one-of-a-kind vacation on a family-friendly budget. Tips include: Reasons camping vacations are better Buying an RV Trip planning tips Road trip tips Campground etiquette Camping with family and friends National park adventures The perfect resource for parents—and a great gift for campers at any level—this is the ultimate family vacation book to bring the family closer every time you set up camp—whether it's in a cabin, tent, or RV.




The Family Camping Guide


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The Family Camping Guideis your guide to a successful and fun camping trip. Camping can be a fun and interesting outing the whole family will enjoy, as long as you have the knowledge needed to survive (and thrive) while camping. Learn how to turn a camping trip into a vacation the whole family will love. This book is perfect for the first-time camper or the inexperienced camper looking for ideas on how to stay safe while enjoying themselves. This book is also perfect for the experienced camper looking to enhance their camping trips with fun games and tasty treats. The following topics are covered in The Family Camping Guide: How to start off with small trips and build on them as you gain experience. Backyard camping: How to go camping without leaving the comforts of home too far behind. How to successfully plan a camping trip. Picking a destination and a good campsite. Choosing a campsite in an undeveloped area. How to make a list of essential supplies. Essential camping gear: How to save money when buying the gear you need. How to choose the right tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad and ice chest. First aid: What you need in your first aid kit. Dress for success: The art of layering. Family camping safety (includes beating the heat, avoiding campsite hazards and setting clear boundaries for the younger campers in your group). The silent killer that's in almost every campsite. How to have fun hiking, hitting the water and playing a number of sports and recreational games. 7 card games the entire family will love. Cooking while camping. How to light a campfire. Campfire fun. In addition to helping you survive a camping trip while having fun doing it, this handy book comes with 17 tasty recipes covering everything from breakfast to dinner to dessert. The following recipes are included: Bacon, Egg, Sausage and Potato Omelet Balsamic Barbecued Steak BBQ Beef Ribs BBQ Chicken Beans and Franks Breakfast Burritos Campfire Baked Potato (baked in the campfire!) Clam Chowder Dutch Oven Baked Beans Dutch Oven Cinnamon Caramel Monkey Bread Dutch Oven Chili Macaroni Dutch Oven Fruit Pie Eggs in a Nest Fire-Roasted Cinnamon Apple Five Alarm Dutch Oven Chili Killer Kabobs Quick and Easy Pancakes Traditional Banana Boat The Family Camping Guide will have you ready to go camping with the family in no time at all.




The Family Camping Guide


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If you're thinking about going camping with the family but just don't know where to start...If you're ready to go camping, but could use a helping hand planning out all the details and making sure it all goes smoothly...Or you're totally new to camping and you want to make sure you and your family have a great time...... then this book was written for you!"The Family Camping Guide" contains all the information you need to make sure that your whole family has a great time and stays safe on your next camping trip.Inside you'll learn:- Exactly where to go and what to do on your next family camping trip to make sure you're having loads of fun and nobody gets bored.- 5 quick "guidelines" for choosing a great campsite (picking the right spot can mean the difference between a fun and enjoyable trip... or a truckload of hassles).- First Aid Kit 101: exactly what you need (and in what amounts) in your first aid kit to make sure you're adequately prepared for almost any emergency.- Everything you need to know about how to get good food... cook it well (without the normal "comforts of civilization") and tips on eating well while camping.-10 proven ways to keep the kids happy, healthy and occupied if the weather turns bad....and more!If you want to take your family camping, "The Family Camping Guide" contains all of the tips and advice you need to make your next family camping trip an unforgettable experience.




The Down and Dirty Guide to Camping with Kids


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The revised and updated edition of the bestselling guidebook that equips parents with all the confidence they need to embark on and enjoy the ultimate outdoor activity with their kids: camping. Written by a seasoned camper, adventurer, and mother of three, this book is a practical, irreverent introductory guide to all things camping. Helen Olsson writes from a parent’s point of view, giving readers a clear plan—and plenty of encouragement—for an enjoyable family camping experience. Whether you’re planning a simple outing, a multiday trek with babies or teens, or camping with several families, Down and Dirty has you covered. Each chapter features helpful checklists, including “Little Tykes” lists dedicated to items for babies and toddlers. The book focuses on car camping but nods to alternate ways to camp: backpacking, pull-behind campers, canoe/kayak trips, hut camping, and trips with pack animals. The second edition is updated to reflect the latest products, outdoor etiquette, and lifestyles. You’ll have guidance on: choosing a destination packing gear and food setting up the campsite planning menus and staying safe This timeless camping resource addresses the myriad unique needs and concerns of parents and children.




Camping British Columbia


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Your guide to 150+ provincial and national park campgrounds. The sixth edition of Camping British Columbia describes the location, amenities and recreational activities of every BC provincial and national park that offers vehicle-accessible camping. Camping with kids? Learn which campgrounds have interpretive programs, playgrounds and safe swimming beaches. Don't want to rough it too much? Pick out the provincial and national parks with flush toilets, hot showers and restaurants nearby. Exploring the province in an RV? Find out which campgrounds have sani-stations, hookups and pull-through sites. Presented alphabetically region by region, with maps and easy-to-follow driving directions, these campground listings provide all the information anyone could want and make it easy to compare parks.




The Kid's Guide to Camping


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From Kampgrounds of America (KOA) comes the ultimate guide to camping, bringing kids and families together in the outdoors. Whether hitting the KOA playground or discovering the joys of kayaking, fishing, biking, and off-roading, you won’t want to wait to set up camp! Hear from kids around the country for the inside scoop on how to make the most of your trip. Find the best basecamp for your family, from tent sites to RVs, Airstream rentals, and deluxe holiday cabins anywhere in North America. Complete with tips for parents and kids as well as interactive games, puzzles, and other activities, kids have never had this much fun camping. Inside you’ll find: Kid-tested tips on camping fun for all seasons Fun facts about the great outdoors Awesome games and quizzes to keep the whole family entertained around the campfire KOA insider tips and tricks




Moon Utah Camping


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Outdoor photographer Mike Matson uses his experience as a Salt Lake City local to capture the adventures of camping in Utah, from remote sites where dinosaur bones lie half-unearthed to the "promised land" of Zion National Park. Matson is a relentless tour guide, covering every known campsite in Utah with itineraries such as Best Alpine Camping, Best Desert Camping, Best Off-Season Camping, and Best Romantic Camping. Moon Utah Camping is packed with information on national forests and parks, recreation areas, Native American land and backcountry sites. Complete with details on what to pack, what to wear, reservations and fees, and the best camping facilities, Moon Utah Camping gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable camping experience.




The Eddie Bauer Guide to Family Camping


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Provides practical advice on planning a camping trip, camping gear, campfire cookery, family recreation such as hiking and stargazing, and outdoor safety.