Learn To Put A Tent Together Properly.

Summer time is finally here and families are putting their heads together to figure out what kind of fun they are going to have. There are literally dozens of things that families are able to do for the summer - but none is more classic and more fun then camping. While camping you can have an adventure together that you would never be able to get at Disney World.

There are many supplies that have to be taken with you in order to make sure that your trip is not only fun - but also safe and comfortable. You will find that the most important supply you need is your tent. This will be your shelter during the trip that will protect you from the bugs, wind, and even rain while you are sleeping.
Before you set up your tent you need to take a good look around the campsite you are using and look for an open area that is flat. It is a bad idea to put yourself beneath a tree or other type of large item because if it rains the water will constantly be dripping onto your tent. Plus you want to stay far away from tree sap, needles, and the inevitable bird poop that could come your way.

Once you have located the perfect spot you can take out the tarp and lay it down. This is meant to keep the floor of the tent dry if it should rain and to keep out the morning dew. After the tarp is perfectly laid down you can take your tent and start putting it together.

The majority of tents that you can buy these days do not require you to pound them into the ground with pegs. They are much easier to put together because they are free standing and are bendable. This allows you to easily put it together and place the front of the door in the easiest spot for you. Once your tent is finished you need to place the topper - which should be waterproof - on the top.

Now that your tent is all prepared you can blow up your air cot or mattress and place it inside of the tent. If you really want to rough it out you can always forget the mattress and use the old fashioned sleeping bag without anything beneath it.