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4. Camping Gear
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Use a rain fly. This is a large tarp that's erected over the picnic table for shelter from sun
and rain. Avoid those with a pole in the center. That's right where you'll want to put a
picnic table. Instead, get one with a ridgepole.
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Always securely stake down the rain fly to keep it stable in the wind, even if it is calm
when you set it up. Wind has a habit of rising up in the middle of night during a
thunderstorm. If you secured it right, you won't need to get out of bed to check on it during
the storm.
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During bug season, you might want to take a gazebo. These are essentially a rain tarp with
mosquito netting on all sides, to provide shelter from bugs, rain and the sun.
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Be sure you have backup batteries of every size that you use, and that they're fresh.
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A little folding stool with a canvas seat is perfect for tent camping by car or canoe.
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Folding lawn chairs are great for relaxing around camp.
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Tie a clothesline between two trees, and hang your wet towels and swimsuits over it for
drying.
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Hang up your sleeping bag during the day to air it out.
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Make sure your flashlight batteries are fresh before leaving home (yes, it is worth
mentioning twice).
