camping TENTS??? (pic)?

Madison B

Can i get those cute little kids camping sets a like wal mart? Or where else?
ones like these:
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51mZEsbU36L._SL500_.jpg
or
http://www.bossgoo.com/photo/product4/775319/product-Kids-Camping-3pcs-Set.jpg
and also: it doesnt have to be all cutsey, just like a smaller sizze.
thanks in advance



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also, are they like SUPER small? cause its for my 13 year old, she said she wanted a tiny, cozy and content one like that. (x

ALSO: cause i am pretty sure i have seen them in the wal mart stores but they are not online so i was a little worried.
thanks guys.

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These kinds of items like in the picture, including anything with a cartoon character on it, are more of a toy than a serious piece of camping gear. They probably are not weatherproof for one, and I bet they aren't very durable.

But you can get "real" tents that are kid sized for different amounts of money. Here is a youth tent from TexSport

http://www.amazon.com/Texsport-Brookwood-Youth-Dome-Tent/dp/B001C0GWUE/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&qid=1269683114&sr=1-14

You can also get an authentic bivy shelter or a backpacker's or bicycler's tent. These are all small, lightweight, and minimalist design so they are easy to carry. They are used by adults with almost no room to spare, but for a child, they would still be pretty cozy, and they are meant for real camping. Note that the term bivy is used to describe both a sleeping bag cover, which you don't really want for this, and a narrow tent. Here is a search result page for those.

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Dsporting&field-keywords=bivy&x=0&y=0

You also may have some luck with a beach type shelter, including some pop up cabana type things which tend to have a small footprint, since they are used by people in a sitting position. These are meant for real use, but not necessarily camping. Many are meant for shade, but may not be waterproof or durable enough for any sort of campsite other than sand.

Just make sure whatever you get is meant for real use as a camping piece, that is has all the right working parts just like a grownup's, and is meant to be used outdoors instead of being set up in the playroom, etc.

EDIT: Your 13 year old will not fit in any play tent I have ever seen unless she is super small. Even if she did, she is bound to hit a growth spurt any day now. Go with a backpacking tent or a bivy shelter! It will be plenty cozy...this is past the age of toy tents in my opinion. If she is showing interest in camping, get her some real gear and teach her how to do it right!

Is there any camping other than campgrounds on the Pacific Coast in Washington?

mhj

We have two old dogs that do not like to play with other dogs or kids, so campgrounds are not a good place for them. We can either car camp or tent camp- just not with close neighbors. We were thinking Olympic Peninsula, but that is negotiable. Any ideas? And thanks for looking!

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You can camp in our National Forests... if you drive down and of the forest roads (the gravel ones) you'll see places along the side where people have camped before.. you'll see fire rings to use.. BUT these places do not have running water or bathroom, so you'll be primitive camping (where you have to bring all your water to drink and cook with).

I would highly suggest buying Don Wright's Guide to Free Campgrounds. It's a book (an east and west addition) that lists campgrounds in forests and other secluded places that are free and $12 and under for one night's stay. I use it as my camping bible.. I don't want to stay where RVs and generators are... I suggest you get a copy.. it will help you plan your trip better.
Good luck & have fun camping!

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What are the different types of tents?

Jack

There is something to consider before deciding to buy a tent for there are large variety of tents. Can any experienced one intro. the styles and your favorite style or creative style ones?

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ââDome Tent
The dome tent: These tents owing to their shape are most spacious and can be divided into rooms as well. Can fit a single person or a family as they come in both individual and family sizes. Easy to carry by backpackers, it is very popular in camping. Its shape makes it more heat efficient. The tents have a ârainflyâ which is water proof and helps in keeping the interior dry. So depending on what type of group you have Dome tents have various options. Even the windows come in clear or mesh options. Dividers are available if you need more privacy in the family dome tents. The family tents also have the option of tafetta walls to make it more sturdy. Dome tents are very easy to move if you decide to shift to any other location close by. The most important thing is it is very stable in windy conditions.
ââcabin tent
The cabin tent: Well, if you plan to go car camping and need room to stand then the cabin tent is your best bet. The cabin tents are big enough that you can actually park your car inside it. It is a huge tent that was designed for camping with your car. Some of them stand as tall as 8 ft giving it the room to have a party as well. . These tents are made with heavy material which helps for long durable. These are also exclusively used for hosting backyard parties, or for bigger family groups that go on camping.
ââgeodesic tents
The geodesic tent: These tents were introduced by the Buckminster Fuller. He was an engineer, author, inventor. Mr. Fuller was the one who introduced the geodesic dome in buildings. The geodesic dome is based on âtensegrityâ structures such as tetrahedron, octahedron which are a net of continuous structures that do not touch each other but form closely bound spheres which is just enough to not make them touch each other but also have enough tension in them to make them separate spatially to form a sphere.
The geodesic tents have become popular because of its design as it requires minimum material and provides a large space. This concept is specially useful in tents as there is a central pole which gives it additional strength in high wind conditions as there are no weak points and is easy for one person to set it up. Geodesic tents are heat efficient and spacious like the other tents but their main selling point is the high strength and stability they provide.
ââTunnel tents
Tunnel tents: Tunnel tents or Mutli-hoop tents as they are also called are tents used both in camping, as a kids play area, even as tents for pets. Due to the ring structure in these tents they can give a good height. These are similar to A-frame tents but slightly heavier. A good tunnel tents must be at least 3 lbs in weight including the poles, guy lines and canopy panels This type of camping tent is a large standing free room tent. The tent is waterproof and is very easy to assemble. Another benefit of this tent is it has the capable of shedding heavy snow.
ââFolding tents
Folding tents: Folding tents are also known as popup canopies or instant gazebos are incredibly handy for events, festivals, promotions. Being a lightweight spacious and easy to setup as well as fold up is an ideal choice for moving around and quick set up. These tends usually do not need to be staked down but can sometimes require skylines attached to tress or stakes. Folding tent is easy to move to other places when it needs to be shifted within a short frame of time. It is ideal for hunting or camping.
ââ Umbrella Style tents
Umbrella style tents: They are like umbrella because they have only one supporting pole in the Centre of the tent. They are simple and light, but not the type of tent you want to be in during camping or hunting. Mostly ideal for sitting under on a beach or in the backyard for a party to have shade while you are in the sun.

First camping trip, please help :)?

nicola0102

Hi, i am planning a camping trip in the summer for my family. We are wanting to camp in a tent at a campsite and bring our own BBQ.

Now, this will be my first actual camping trip, as we usually go abroad, but as money is so tight at the moment we decided to holiday in the UK.

We will be taking our car, but obviously we will not want to store all our belongings in the tent for the whole week.

Are there locks for tents, so no one can steal our clothes whilst we are out during the day?

If anyone has any tips for camping with a young family can you tell me :)

thanks

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I wouldn't waste your time locking the tent. First off I have never had anything stolen from my tent and none of my friends or family ever had anything stolen when camping.
The lock will just catch a persons attention, if you lock it they know there is something in there of value and will just cut through the tent to get to it, it wont deter them at all. A ripped tent isn't worth putting a lock on the tent to save your clothes, unless there is a homeless man looking for clothes I don't think you will be bothered. Just keep your tent zipped shut. If you are that worried about it have someone in the campsite at all times.

As for the young kids keep it interesting and fun for them but don't push them too hard or long if you decide to go for a hike. Let them play in the ponds, catch frogs/turtles/ salamanders, let them run through puddles, play in the rain; all stuff they normally cant do when they are home.Let them be kids. Get them interested in fishing if there is a lake or river near by. Go on a nature hike and try to spot animals. Have them build the campfire, stacking wood and such so you can light it, let them feel they had a part in creating that. Teach them how to start a fire. Let them pee behind trees. Just let them be kids and they`ll have a blast.

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Best kids camping tent?

Raul

I have been looking for a cool but fun kids camping tent so i can camp with my kids in my backyard before it gets too cold (might be too late). I shopped around and found some, but don't know which one to choose yet (i do like the videos on these pages, that's cool): (1) http://www.bongobing.com/products/pacific-play-tents-one-touch-play-tent-374218, (2) http://www.bongobing.com/products/pacific-play-tents-jungle-safari-play-tent-and-tunnel-374312. Here are some results when using this site for kids camping tent: http://www.bongobing.com/info/camping-tent
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Go to your local Walmart, K-mart, places like that and look at a Coleman Sundome. It will cost around $60-$70 and it is plenty good for the back yard, even for weekend camping. 9x7 feet floor area is plenty big enough for 3 to sleep in. It's a decent quality, especially for the price, easy to set up, and will last several years if given reasonable care.

Tent camping with an 8 month old?

ANG

Has anyone been tent camping with a young baby? Any tips? Is it a bad idea?

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When our kids were little we took them tent camping many times. We camped in Yosemite, Devils Post Pile and even Borrego Desert Sites. We kept a play pen in the tent with us. When they would wake up at night the wife would get them out nurse them , burp them and put them back to sleep. Those were the days of cloth diapers too. Most of out camp sites had a laundry close by. Our oldest now almost 48 started camping at 6 months, as did our 46 and 44 year old. Our youngest now 38 was a bottle baby, saw 4 month old on her first camping trip. We kept the bottles in our sleeping bag to keep them warm. One night the temp was 21 and I rolled over and found a very coolish bottle in my back. Now that is one way to wake up with a start. camping never was a problem with us. take plenty of diapers, try to keep them on a normal schedule as much as possible. Have fun, take them often. My kids now take their kids camping and some times they will use the tents. Grand parents are great when camping out too, extra child care and most will help with the cooking and dish washing . But we do have problems with sleeping on the grouond. lol

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Where are some good places to camp with kids in KY?

kids play camping tent image

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!

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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!

What are some fun games for kids while camping?

Amy C

My husband and I are planing a camping trip with or kids but we can't think of games to play. We have 4 boys ages 6, 5, 3, and 2.We were looking for some games for then to play to help to keep them from getting bored. Help please.

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How about a scavenger hunt for specific leaves, bark, etc from plants around your area. You could get a book of what is prevalent in the area where you will be camping and have each child find specific items. With different lists, you could customize each one to the child's age. For instance, with a picture, the 5&6 year old might be able to find an oak leaf. the younger ones might just have to find a green leaf.

My dad taught me to recognize what trees, bark, berries, etc. went with each kind of tree in the area where I grew up with this sort of game. I still remember how fun it was.

They might enjoy having sand shovels, etc. for dirt digging too. Some guys that age like to dig for imaginary dinosaurs.

Mostly, just have fun discovering tracks, flowers, berries, etc. and exploring the great outdoors. Kids love to help gather stuff to build a fire if you let them put the twigs in before you light the fire.

In fact, your older boys might enjoy helping to make a hobo stove to cook on while camping. I've put a link below to show you how. You could help them make it before you leave (only takes about 15 mintues) and they could gather twigs to cook hot dogs (or whatever) over it in camp. (charcoal for a backup is a good idea in case all the twigs are soaking wet.

Your oldest boy (your husband) might enjoy making the alcohol stove. I'll leave a link for it too.

Also, just in case of bad weather, be sure to take card games like go fish for tent playing.

Happy Camping!

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What should someone take in a small camping trip?

kids play camping tent image

*Justme*

My Son and I are going on our 1st camping trip. Other than a tent, food what other things should I take on a campping trip. There will be other kids at the camp site. Does anyone know of any games that we can play?

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Well yes of course you will need essentials, camping stove, lantern, flashlights, sleeping bags, bug spray, sun block, cooler, tent, maybe an air mattress, comfy out doors clothes, good sturdy comfy shoes, plates, forks, cups, jugs of water.

For games? You can find a horse shoes set at a local store and bring it along. If there will be a swimming site bring some swimming gear (life jacket, swim suite etc etc), if there is a beach maybe you can set up a volley ball area. Is there a basketball area there?? You might be able to bring a basketball. Bring a ball and glove, atleast you could play catch. Bring a set of walkie talkies, those could be useful and fun, and they are fairly unexpensive. Have a familiy dog? See if it's ok to bring it along, and bring a frisbee and other pet toys.

Usually when you go camping there is a lake not too far away (of course good for swimming) but also good for fishing, so bring along fishing poles just incase (but make sure you have a fishing license). If there is a lake you might be able to rent a paddle boat and take it out on the lake for a spin.

How to decorate for a backyard summer camp party?

Q. My 3 year old daughter is having a camp theme party and want to decorate so you really feel like you are camping

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Make a large wooden sign at the entrance to the "Camp Site" and have other signs pointing the way to the toilets and showers, picnic area and wildlife trail.
Set the tents around a central seating area with the campfire as a centerpiece. Lay out low benches for sitting on or just use mats or planks of wood balanced on rocks.
Decorate the inside of the tents with streamers and balloons
Around the edges of the camp, erect some citronella torches. These will keep the bugs away and add to the camp atmosphere.
Place cuddly toys in the tress and bushes for the younger kids to discover or for the older kids, hang plastic bugs around the camp. Use glow in the dark bugs and stars which will be fun later on when it gets dark.
Hang multi colored Chinese lanterns around the garden. Some kids just can't help playing with candles so be careful where you place them.
Set up a food table and cover with green or camouflage cloth. Use plastic tableware or tin plates and cups. Provide bug stickers for each child to personalize his/her own plate and mug. It saves muddling them up.
You can also add:
Bug stickers and tattoes
T-shirts with the name of the camp and date of the birthday camping party

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