| If you are new to camping, your first thought | | | | camping, so be sure you know the areas that |
| might be to browse the internet for some | | | | permit free camping and the ones that do not. |
| package holidays specific to camping. Though in | | | | The internet is the best resource for finding free |
| theory this could be a good first approach, you | | | | camping locations, which applies to an RV, caravan |
| will want to look for camping sites in the general | | | | and a tent. Doing some research beforehand will |
| area you wish to visit. | | | | definitely payoff. The last thing you want is to get |
| However, paying for a campsite is not a matter | | | | into trouble by pitching your tent in an illegal |
| of concern for some campers. Some prefer to | | | | location. For example, parks are great to get |
| experience "real camping" and choose free | | | | outdoors and enjoy nature but not your best |
| camping rather than reserving a campsite in | | | | option for overnight camping. A little research |
| advance. | | | | ahead of time will also payoff in that you will |
| At first glance, this may seem like the better | | | | definitely have somewhere to stay at night, |
| way to go especially since it is cheaper. But, if you | | | | without the concern of getting in trouble. |
| are considering free camping, there are some | | | | Being prepared is always important when it |
| sacrifices you will need to make in order to get | | | | comes to camping, but it is especially important |
| the benefits. | | | | when free camping and even more so if it is your |
| First, say goodbye to the amenities and camping | | | | first time. Be sure you bring such essential items |
| luxuries you often find at campsites. Most | | | | like a cell phone (fully charged) in the event you |
| campgrounds offer toilet blocks, hot showers a | | | | need to reach someone for help as well as a first |
| local store with food and items, among other | | | | aid kit containing the basic first aid supplies. |
| conveniences. Choosing free camping may save | | | | You should always tell someone your plans, |
| you some money, but you will also be giving up | | | | including where you plan to go and when you will |
| these campsite conveniences. | | | | return. If your trip is particularly long and you will |
| Yet, enthusiasts of free camping will say that you | | | | be in a different location each night, you should call |
| get much closer to the great outdoors, nature | | | | one person each day to let them know where |
| and simple living. | | | | you are and that everything is okay. |
| When free camping, keep in mind that you must | | | | Free camping can be a great adventure, show |
| be sure to camp legally. This is the number one | | | | you many places and loads of fun. There is just |
| rule for free camping. It is not about finding a nice | | | | something about sleeping under the wide open |
| location and pitching you tent. Different countries | | | | sky each night, under the stars and in "free style" |
| have different regulations and rules for free | | | | away from a campsite. |