Autumn is here but there’s still time to take advantage of the milder evenings and enjoy the great outdoors.
A camping trip is the perfect way to take a break from commitments; leave the phones and laptops at home and get back to basics in the heart of nature. You’ve got the essentials, like the tent and sleeping bags, but there’s so much more that goes into making your camping trip memorable. Fortunately, we’re here to make sure that your trip runs smoothly.
Clothing for every condition
The most stressful part of any break away is packing. This is especially hard for British campers, who have to prepare for temperamental weather and ensure that they pack clothes suitable for rain, wind or shine. The easiest way to combat this issue is to ensure that you have clothes that can be layered.
A high quality gilet or fleece is a wise investment for any camper. This Regatta Ridgecrest Bodywarmer provides the best of both worlds. Made of fleece material, it is super lightweight, soft and warm. It can be worn over t-shirts or jumpers in warmer weather or under rain and winter coats when the temperature drops for extra comfort.
Fleece material is also hydrophobic so it will help to keep the chill out in damp weather, meaning if you wrap your little campers up in a Joules Junior fleece they won’t be sniffling when it comes to going to school on Monday morning!
Find your footing on site
Finding the perfect camping, picnic and viewing spots is going to take some hiking. Old or ill-fitting boots can cause blisters in the short term and more serious issues, such as bunions or nerve damage, in the long term. Make sure that you’re kitted out with some sturdy and comfortable hiking shoes so that blisters don’t burst your bubble.
This Hoggs Rambler pair will do the trick! Designed for men and women, these fully waterproof and breathable boots, carefully designed for grip and support, should keep your feet in tiptop condition.
It’s not too late for a BBQ
Hiking is hungry work and while we love to toast marshmallows over an open fire, cooking dinner quickly for hungry children is easier with a clever portable BBQ like this Calor Grill-2-Go. It’s simple to assemble, attaches easily to the 5kg Calor Patio Gas Cylinder, and features a cast iron griddle, so it will heat up in a snap.
Lighting the way
Telling ghost stories around the campfire is fun at the time but can leave little ones feeling scared once the fire is put out and nature calls in the middle of the night. Make sure you don’t bump into anything that goes bump in the night with our large range of battery-powered torches and lamps.
This fun, super-lightweight Summit LED Animal Head Torch in a colourful design is great for kids! There is a range of animals available and it has a rubber casing so even if they drop it, it won’t break!
We hope that your camping goes off without a hitch thanks to these handy tips. Find these supplies and more on our online shop: www.ernestdoeshop.com
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