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Car Camping Tips

May 16, 2017 by Jim Hensley Leave a Comment

Are you an outdoorsman who is always craving adventure? Car camping may be the perfect trip for you! Car camping is as it sounds – you are camping out of your car. It’s a great way to experience nature at its finest while still enjoying the freedom of being able to go where you want – when you want.

However, car camping isn’t as simple as it sounds. There are many things you must prepare yourself for in order to make sure you don’t get stranded in nature with a lack of supplies. That’s why we here at GM Outlet Parts have created this helpful guide on making sure you’re prepared for your huge adventure!

 

Stock Up On Fuel

This is arguably the most important part of car camping especially if you’re taking the trip somewhere that is very isolated from society. Think you have enough gas in canisters to last the trip? Get more. The more fuel you have in stock, the better.

You never know which “what if” scenarios may take place during your trip. You may get lost while driving. You may take an unexpected adventure deeper into the woods. Whatever the scenario, having that extra bit of gas can be the differentiating factor between getting home and getting stranded.

Regarding fuel, do not use it as a cheat. What we mean by this is when people are having trouble lighting a fire, they may be tempted to give it an extra boost with some gasoline. Not only is this a waste of fuel – it’s dangerous. It can quickly make your flame hard to control.

 

Stay Organized

Organization is a vital part of car camping. While many people throw in their gear at random – making sure you have a method of organization allows for even more space and in turn more gear. It also takes away the stress of finding a flashlight when you need it.

Staying organized during your trip makes life a lot easier. When you need something it will be easy to find. When it’s time to go, you already have everything in place. Do not be lazy – be organized during the trip.

 

Crack A Window When Sleeping

If you’ve ever been camping, you know that nights get cold. Very cold. Therefore, it only makes sense to close the window when you’re ready to hit the sack right? Wrong!

If you’ve ever driven a car with the windows up and no air ventilation, you know how quickly condensation can build up. Within minutes your windows will get foggy and the car will get very humid. This might not sound too bad at night, but as soon as the sun starts shining your car is going to get HOT. It’s better to pack a few extra blankets and a sweater and keep that window open a crack.

 

Do Some Pre-Trip Car Maintenance

Before you head out on your car camping adventure, it’s advisable that you do some maintenance on your car. At the very least, you should be checking everything in your car works and is in good condition before you set off. This ensures that there will be no surprise breakdowns in the middle of nowhere.

Something as simple as a blown tire can ruin a trip. It can leave you stranded and waiting for help, which is not a position that anyone wants to be in. Even if may cost a few bucks, taking your car to a mechanic for an overall checkup can put your mind at ease during the trip.

 

Car camping will create great memories for you and your companions. It’s the adventure of a lifetime and is a great summertime activity. However, it is important that you are prepared for the trip – do not cut corners! If you need any help during the maintenance phase, you can grab some car parts at the GM Outlet Parts website!

 

 

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