Setting up Camp.
Pitch your tent on level
ground.
When you arrive at your site you want to find a location that
is relatively flat. Or select one where you head will be a slightly
higher than your feet.
Keep to higher round.
Pitch your tent on a slight rise, not in a depression where water
can build up. Select a place that will dry fast after a rain shower.
Keep the sun in mind.
When setting up your camp site check the location of the sun.
You will want the sun in the morning for the warmth, and shade
in the afternoon for cool.
Set up a camp where it's
safe.
Check out for falling or dead trees. Set up away from these or
remove any falling or dead trees so that they will not effect
the safety of your site.
Light, and more light.
Set up your lantern first. It is much safer if you can see. Always
have a flashlight near by.
Food Storage.
The storage of your food is very important,.You don't want any
critters wandering into your campsite or any of you food to go
bad. Remember all perishable foods must be stored in a cooler
and kept cold and locked up tight at night. In bear country all
dry food should be stored over head.
Campfire.
Your campfire should be set up a good distance away for your sleeping
area. You don't want any sparks going on you tent. Always have
water near by just in case. Teach your children to be extra safe
near the campfire.