Thedreamer
My husband, daughter and I are going to be selling everything save for a rooftop storage container worth of stuff and a suitcase of clothes and driving across Canada to live in B.C (from Ontario). We'll be going in the last week of June next summer. I'm beginning to plan and gather equipment we'll need to camp our way across the country. We won't be driving straight across, instead we're taking our time and going out of our way to visit and see things as we go and camp instead of hotels.
I want to purchase a tent now, before this years camping season is over and have a chance to take it out and get used to it. Price is a small factor, but I'm willing to put good money into it as we love to camp and will continue to do so once we get out west, so durability, quality and performance is worth paying for.
Any suggestions for good 3-4 person tents would be greatly appreciated.
Answer
Annibel .......for long term tent camping in moderate climates....no extremely cold weather or possible snow.....there are many tents to choose from. Keep in mind that you will want some space for some needed accommodations inside the tent......like the cooler to keep it out of the direct sun and for those who like to stretch out a bit. Oh and if you may be using one of those hard cots to sleep on......and consider if you want a 2 room type to separate parents from the kids for privacy or not.
Also......consider looking into a military type canvas tent if you may be in potential weather such as cold below 35......or rain.....
Canvas type military style will help keep in the warmth when needed. These tents accommodate from 2 people up to 40 people. The bigger the tent then the heavier it gets.Also consider the duration at any given site. One site you may only want to stay over night and another you may want to stay a week.
Canvas tents prevent most wildlife from easy access and modern tents do not.
I owned a 12 man military type tent.....a lot of space......weighed about 125 lbs......took about 30 minutes to set up and it kept out the cold and rain while camping in the Virginia Appalachian Mountains.
Best time to buy is in winter when no one else is and sales are too low. This is when you can get deals.
Hope I helped.
Annibel .......for long term tent camping in moderate climates....no extremely cold weather or possible snow.....there are many tents to choose from. Keep in mind that you will want some space for some needed accommodations inside the tent......like the cooler to keep it out of the direct sun and for those who like to stretch out a bit. Oh and if you may be using one of those hard cots to sleep on......and consider if you want a 2 room type to separate parents from the kids for privacy or not.
Also......consider looking into a military type canvas tent if you may be in potential weather such as cold below 35......or rain.....
Canvas type military style will help keep in the warmth when needed. These tents accommodate from 2 people up to 40 people. The bigger the tent then the heavier it gets.Also consider the duration at any given site. One site you may only want to stay over night and another you may want to stay a week.
Canvas tents prevent most wildlife from easy access and modern tents do not.
I owned a 12 man military type tent.....a lot of space......weighed about 125 lbs......took about 30 minutes to set up and it kept out the cold and rain while camping in the Virginia Appalachian Mountains.
Best time to buy is in winter when no one else is and sales are too low. This is when you can get deals.
Hope I helped.
Where are some good places to camp with kids in KY?
Suzanne
We will have a 4, 7, & 8 year old with us. We are planning to camp in a tent. I would be interested in any suggestions for this or places that have cabins. Thank you!
Answer
Any of the State Park or Army Corps campgrounds would be great. Carter Caves State Park is one of my favorite places to camp. The kids will love the caves if you opt to take a tour. Carter Caves as well as nearly all of the state parks (http://www.parks.ky.gov) have modern bath houses and play grounds. Have fun!
Any of the State Park or Army Corps campgrounds would be great. Carter Caves State Park is one of my favorite places to camp. The kids will love the caves if you opt to take a tour. Carter Caves as well as nearly all of the state parks (http://www.parks.ky.gov) have modern bath houses and play grounds. Have fun!
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