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1. Take the tent out of storage and check general condition, with particular attention paid to pegs loops, zips and flyscreens. This should be done 3-4 weeks prior to departure to allow adequate time to have any needed repairs done.
Check the frame to ensure all parts are there and nothing has been left behind at the last camp site.
Count and check pegs and guy ropes to ensure adequate supplies, bearing in mind what was previously discussed regarding ground conditions.
2. Clean and test light the gas stove and lamp if they are to be used. Ensure that the stove burns well and if going on an extended trip, consider taking spare gas jets.
Make sure that you have ample supply of mantels to last the entire trip bearing in mind mantels are brittle and easily broken if travelling day in and day out.
Check all o-rings and conditions of stove hoses so that no problems are encountered on the trip. Should you be the least bit apprehensive about your gas equipment, please take it to a reputable dealer and have it checked.
3. Air beds, and whatever other form of sleeping equipment is to be used, should be inflated or assembled whatever the need to ensure that all functions well on the trip.
4. Research of the destination as previously discussed will indicate whether there is a need to take cold box,s ..if so The availability of refreezing ice packs , if travelling to remote areas. it may be necessary to invest in some form of portable refrigeration.
ARRIVAL
To ensure a comfortable stay during your holiday, it is necessary to follow a few simple rules when setting up camp:
1. Make sure the area you are to set the tent up on is free from sharp objects that are likely to damage the floor of the tent.
2. Check to see that there are no ants nests.
3. Check that there are no overhanging branches that are likely to dislodge on windy nights. This is especially dangerous around and under old trees.
4. Ensure that you are not erecting your tent in a natural waterway, not necessarily a riverbed but anywhere water can channel during heavy rains.
ERECTING THE TENT.
1. Always, if possible, have the rear of the tent facing the prevailing conditions.
2. Use the appropriate pegs for the ground condition.
3. Always put guy ropes on tents - it may be calm when you erect your tent but windy conditions can roll in quickly and catch you unaware.
DEPARTURE
1. If possible wait until the tent is completely dry before dismantling as this will alleviate the need to re-erect the tent at home. Storing the tent in a wet or damp condition will result in mildew - effectively shortening the life of the tent.
2. Check that all poles and pegs are dry to prevent the onset of rot or rust.
3. Before leaving the campsite be sure that all the biodegradable rubbish is disposed of correctly. It should either be buried deep enough for animals not to be able to dig it up, in areas where this is Alowed , or disposed of into the council or site bins where they are provided near camp grounds. All non biodegradable rubbish must be removed and disposed of correctly. Remember throwing cans / tins into the fire does not make them biodegradable.
*******Leave your campsite CLEANER than you find it.*********
A wise man once said
Leave nothing but footprints.... Take nothing but photos ..
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