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CAMP

ING
• IDENTIFY WHAT IS CAMPING
• DISCUSS DIFFERENT
ESSENTIALS NEEDED IN
CAMPING
• UNDERSTAND THE HEALTH
BENEFITS OF CAMPING
CAMPING
- Camping is an outdoor activity involving
overnight stays away from home, either
without shelter or using basic shelter such as a
tent or a recreational vehicle.
THOMAS HIRAM HOLDIN
- Considered as the Father of Modern
camping
- He was a British traveling tailor whose
passion for camping was developed as a
child
- In 1880s, he took a canoe and camping
trip in Scotland. He wrote the first
Camper’s Handbook on 1908
FIVE TYPES OF
1. CAMPING TRIPS
GLAMPI
-NGIt is luxurious form of camping.
- There’s no tent to pitch, no
sleeping bag to unroll, no fire to
build.
- Glamping is a way to experience
the great outdoors without
sacrificing luxury
FIVE TYPES OF
CAMPING TRIPS
2. CAR
CAMPING
- It may seem like a hassle free alternative camping.
- It requires extensive preparation and you should
definitely research effective tips for successful
holiday camping.
FIVE TYPES OF
CAMPING TRIPS
3. RV
CAMPING
- Similar to glampers, recreational vehicle (RV)
campers love the comfort of home and only need
to find an RV park to match their camping style.
FIVE TYPES OF
CAMPING TRIPS
4. BIKE
CAMPING
- Simply, camping by bike.
- It’s self-contained touring over a weekend, where
there is one destination, where you plan to camp
one or more nights – where the focus is as much on
the destination as on the ride
FIVE TYPES OF
CAMPING TRIPS
5. TENT
CAMPING
- Tent camping is the first thing most people
consider when they think about camping
adventure.
ESSENTIAL THINGS TO BRING IN
CAMPING
CLOTHES
- Base layer or skin layer
- Insulating Layer
- Wind and/ or rain-barrier layer

SLEEPING BAG AND PAD


- Kind of insulating material
-Loft (refers to thickness of bag)
- The shape of the bag
ESSENTIAL THINGS TO BRING IN
CAMPING
TENTS
- Tents give protection from the rain, wind, and bugs.
- Tents come in many shapes, styles, AND SIZES.

COOKING AND EATING UTENSILS


- A small lightweight backpack stove is more efficient
than open fire because temperature can be controlled.
-It also lessens the threat of starting fires most
importantly it has less impact environment as it will not leave
fire residue.
OTHER ESSENTIAL ITEMS TO BRING IN
GENERAL
CAMPING
SAFETY FIRST AID KIT
EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT CONTENTS
Lantern Flashlight with extra Adhesive bandages
Toilet paper batteries Gauze pads
Biodegradable soap Waterproof matches Adhesive tapes
Insect repellent Pocket knife Paracetamol/aspirin
Small thermos bottle Topographic maps Antihistamine
Duct tape Compass Medicine for diarrhea
Safety pin Sun protection Razor blade
shovel Rope Tube of antibiotic ointment
Water treatment Anti-sting relief ointment
cream
HOW DO WE STAY SAFE WHILE
CAMPING
Check all equipment. Check weather conditions. Check and study location and
map.
Awareness of surroundings
Map out emergency plans
Protect self from sun, coldness, dehydration, and insects
Include fire safety practices in orientations
Never walk alone, never approach wild animals, and never feed the animals in the
mountains
Go back and review and follo the Leave no Trace Seven Principles
Health Benefits of Camping

1. The Fresh Air


- When you spend time near a lot of trees, you take
in more oxygen. That’s not the only benefit of
fresh air. Research shows that some time outdoors
can improve your blood pressure, improve
digestion and give your immune system an extra
boost
Health Benefits of Camping

2. Socialization
- Socializing can extend your lifespan and delay
memory problems.
3. Improved Moods

4. Less Stress
Health Benefits of Camping

5. Exercise
6. A good night’s sleep

7. New Challenges

8. Meditation
THERE’S NO WI-FI IN THE
MOUNTAINS,
BUT YOU’LL FIND NO
BETTER CONNECTION

- Anonymous

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