This is the HOW-TO-CAMP guide  
Information for tent and RV camping
FIVE TIPS FOR A GREAT RV CAMPING EXPERIENCE
If it's your family's first outdoor
adventure and you want to have
a great time without
experiencing the complications
of tent camping then it is a good
idea to go for an RV camping trip
To make sure that your family
gets to have a great time during
your RV camping trip, here are a
few tips you can follow.
First tip: create a checklist. Just like in tent camping, you should
avoid the "I forgot" scenarios by creating a checklist that will give
you an overview of the things you need to bring and pack. No, it
doesn't mean you have to squeeze the entire house in the luggage
compartment in your RV. Just be sure you bring the essentials and
you won't have a problem.

Here is an example of a comprehensive checklist which you can
use and then just add in other personal items that you need:
For the camping gear,  you need to pack in a lantern, fuel,
matches, compass and maps, comfortable chairs for lounging
outdoors, foldable chairs and tables, extra batteries, flashlight, and
rope.
Don't forget to list your RV needs like a fire extinguisher, a set of
tools for small home repair, some wood blocks for the leveling  
process, indoor heaters and a portable generator.  Under the category of eating and
food preparation, list meal ingredients, food, drinking water, cook stove and fuel, table,
folding chairs, cookware, cooking and eating utensils, can opener, coolers, and ice.
For your personal items, you need to have your first aid kit, clothing, rain gear,
toiletries, camera and film, and insect repellent.

Second tip: pick a nice RV camping park. There are many RV campsites with
facilities and amenities that will make your stay fun and convenient. It is also smart to
pick a park that not only gives you a nice site to camp on but also offers a variety of
great outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, boating, white water rafting, and biking to
make sure none in the family gets bored.

Third tip: create wonderful and exciting camping activities for you and your family.
Remember one of the purposes of any family camping trip is family bonding time.
Together, you can engage in activities that the park has to offer together, go hiking
and see spectacular sights. You can also play family fun games back in your camp
spot. This will surely make your RV camping trip even more memorable.

Fourth tip: create sumptuous meals for you and your family to feast on. So that
cooking does not take your whole day, it is best to prepare the ingredients at home by
measuring them and putting them in resealable plastic bags with labels to make
cooking easier and faster. It is also smart if you half cook meat, potatoes and other
food to save cooking time. Be sure to prepare meals that are loved by the whole family
and can be enjoyed by everyone.

Fifth tip: create a comfortable sleeping ambiance for your family. All's well that ends
well. After a whole day of fun but exhausting activities, your family needs to get a good
night's rest. Be sure to heat up your sleeping area toasty warm with a reliable Coleman
heater like the Coleman SportCat Catalytic Heater and have your family sleep in
comfortable sleeping bags or air mattresses.

RV camping which is a deviation from regular camping trip is a great way to spend time
with your family. You and your family can get close to the nature and yet not be too far
away from the comfort and conveniences of a homey ambience. Bringing an RV to a
campsite is like having home away from home.
For more tips and information about Coleman Heaters, check out
http://www.summitcampinggear.com.
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