(NC)-Camping is a great way to introduce children to adventure and the fun of outdoors while also creating memorable family experiences and spending some quality time together. To help you get started on enjoying the great Canadian wilderness within your budget, the sporting goods team at Canadian Tire has put together a checklist of items to help make your family camping excursion affordable, comfortable and successful.
Camping Checklist
• When looking for a tent, consider how many people will be sleeping in it and the conditions in which you will be using it. Staying dry is the key to comfort under the stars so it's a good idea to look for tents with weather resistant features. Columbia Sportswear has a new line of camping gear out this year that includes a Bugaboo™ tent with the GoBe Dry system, offering ultimate rain protection. Make sure tent stakes and poles are durable. Added comfort features such as built-in cup holders, venting systems and wheeled carry bags are helpful.
• Sleeping bags that keep you warm and comfortable are essential. Fleece lined bags like the Columbia Bugaboo™ sleeping bag provide extra warmth and versatility. From a quality standpoint, make sure the bag has a durable outer shell and easy-to-use zipper.
• For the ultimate in sleeping comfort, try an air mattress. Many models come with built-in pumps with DC adapters making it easy to inflate from your campsite. They also fold into convenient carry bags for easy transportation.
• Keep food cold and fresh in a durable, easy-to-carry cooler. Many models can keep ice for several days, like the Coleman Ultimate Xtreme cooler available at Canadian Tire stores. Durable, comfortable handles are important, and wheels make transportation easy.
• Safety is one of the most important things to think about when planning a family camping trip. Some of the essentials include: A first aid kit, map of the area, flashlights or lanterns, windproof and waterproof lighter and reflective gear for kids.
• Dressing comfortably is important. For durability, look for Columbia Sportswear's new line of PFG recreational clothing and footwear at Canadian Tire. The collection is versatile and includes everything from hikers, shirts, tanks and shorts to pants with UPF sun protection, self-draining pockets and zip-off pant legs – great options for an active family, no matter what the weather.
- News Canada
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