Introduction to Camping
The benefits of adventure are underrated. If your reservoir of fun is depleted or your mojo is ailing, camping under the stars is both an obvious—and awesome—cure. Unless, of course, you don't feel confident sleeping outside. If that's you, fear not: This intro "class" to camping is exactly what you need. We cover the basics, like what gear you need, where and how to pitch your tent, tips for cooking a delicious meal and how to make (and extinguish) a proper campfire. We've also linked other educational resources within the Expert Advice library—because we want you to feel confident the next time you fill up your adventure cup.There are two ways to navigate this course: You can watch the full class video, or you can move through it chapter by chapter (each one covers a specific topic and offers additional resources for a deeper dive).Browse by chapter:Chapter 1: How to Select a Campsite and Set Up Your TentChapter 2: How to Sleep WarmChapter 3: How to Build a CampfireChapter 4: How to Cook at CampChapter 5: How to Create Camp MagicIntro to Camping: Full Class VideoClass Resources:Camping ChecklistCamping for BeginnersShopping Resources:Camping TentsCamp FurnitureChapter 1: How to Select a Campsite and Set Up Your TentIn this chapter, you'll learn:What to bring to campTips for selecting a siteHow to set up your tentHow to guy out your tentAdditional Reading:How to Set up a TentHow to Choose Tents for CampingHow to Choose a Backcountry CampsiteHow to Set Up a CampsiteGuide to Adaptive CampingHow to Tie Climbing Knots, Hitches and BendsShopping Resources:Camping TentsDownloadable PDFChapter 2: How to Sleep WarmIn this chapter, you'll learn:What a sleep system isHow to fine tune your sleep systemTips and tricks for staying warm at nightAdditional Reading:Sleeping Tips for CampersHow to Choose Sleeping BagsHow to Choose Sleeping PadsShopping Resources:Camping Sleeping BagsSleeping Pads and CotsChapter 3: How to Build a CampfireIn this chapter, you'll learn:Campfire best practicesWhere and how to assemble your fireHow to extinguish your fireAdditional Reading:How to Build a CampfireLeave No Trace PrinciplesChapter 4: How to Cook at CampIn this chapter, you'll learn:How to choose camp cookwareTips for shopping and meal prepCamp cooking techniquesTips for food storage and cleanupAdditional Reading:Camp Kitchen ChecklistFood Storage and Handling for CampersHow to Dehydrate FoodHow to Measure How Much Fuel is Left in a CanisterShopping Resources:Camp KitchenDownloadable PDF:Chapter 5: How to Create Camp MagicIn this chapter, you'll learn about:Fun things to bring campingCamp activitiesS'moresWildlife viewingStargazingAdditional Reading:How to StargazeS'mores Hacks: 3 Gooey Camping Snack AlternativesHow to Take Great Wildlife PhotosShopping Resources:Camp LanternsCamp Games and ToysBinocularsDownloadable PDF:
