Preparation key to camping in the cold

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That's because staying dry and warm is crucial when snow camping or doing any other activities in the snow, Knight said, himself a snow camper. ...

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I am new to tent camping and need help. How do you use an electrical hookup in a campground?
Q. I am going to camp in a Yogi Bear campground in a site that says "Water and Electrical Hookup". Does that mean I can use an extension cord with a strip on the end of it that has plugs in it? I can find lots of info on tent camping on the internet, but nothing that explains electrical hookup. I'm a single mom. I hope I can find a veteran camper who can help me with my camping questions.
Asked by romancegirl1963 - Mon Jan 9 20:05:28 2006 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Typically, "Water and Electrical Hookups" are referring to convenient places an RV or trailer can plug in to for power and running water. Chances are, you should be able to plug an extension cord with a power strip for running some electrical items. I say plan your trip as if the electrical won't be available, but bring a few things that will be helpful in case it is. A few helpful camping tips: If there's a firepit, bring a couple Duraflame logs. They last a couple hours, don't take any special gymnastics to ignite, and you can always throw regular wood on after the duraflame is burning. Remember to smother your campfire before you go to bed (Shovel dirt on it, etc). Bring a stiff rake. Rake out the spot where you're putting your… [cont.]
Answered by kuma1 - Tue Jan 10 12:50:55 2006