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    Do You Use a Compass?

    I would think that this is an essential item to carry. Even though you may have a map or GPS, there may be times when the compass would come in handy. It would also be a fun activity if you are traveling with school age children.
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    Good age to start camping

    Grandpa - wow 6 months! That's amazing! But I think you have a point, it all depends on how comfortable we are with camping and we are pretty much newbies. Luckily our kids are slightly past the infancy stage!
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    Activities around the campfire

    I think roasting marshmallows is an activity that I associate with a campfire. I also associate listening to ghost stories with a campfire, although I am such a wuss and would probably cover my ears!
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    South Carolina boys dies from brain infection?

    Is it me, or does it seem that these types of infections keep happening much more frequently? Or maybe it is because we live in such a media obsessed world. Regardless, this type of information scares the heck out of me!
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    Kiwi Salsa

    I agree, that sounds delicious! It also seems very simple to make. I will have to add this to my long list of recipes to try.
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    Utensils

    That sounds like a fun activity to do with the kids! I would also think of taking plastic utensils with me because then I wouldn't be that upset if they got lost.
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    Good age to start camping

    What is a good age for children to go on a camping trip? I wouldn't take an infant, but I am wondering if taking toddlers on a camping trip may be a bad idea?
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    Lost in Caves?

    This seems very interesting but I think I would be too afraid of getting lost. I would also stick to a guided tour! I also don't like enclosed spaces so this might not even be an option for me anyway.
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    What are you doing right now ?

    Right now I am trying to relax with a glass of wine in hand. Trying to get all three children to bed at a decent hour always stresses me out!
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    Favorite visual images

    I would imagine that it would be hard to choose one image or memory. I look forward to seeing the sunrise or sunset high atop a mountain. I am also looking forward to being in an area where I have a clear view of the stars.
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    Colorado Massacre

    This was definitely a terrible tragedy and I would love to know, like everyone else, the motive behind the attack. Apparently it was well thought out and planned for quite some time. It is sad for all the victims, as well as his own family who have to live with this guilt for the rest of their...
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    Bacteria in the water and fears

    I read about the girl and the flesh eating bacteria. I believe that she had to have several limbs removed. I agree that precaution is key although it always sounds very scary when you read about it or hear it in the news.
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    Entertainment Options

    When we plan our trip I intend to bring along some activities to keep the children entertained. I was thinking board games would be a good idea for time spent indoors. I also plan on finding some type of nature activity kits that they can do during the day.
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    Washing Clothes?

    I have never been camping myself but always just thought that if we did plan a trip, we would just take enough items for each day and just wash them by hand as needed.
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    Hello!

    I hail from New York but am currently living in Michigan with my husband and three kids. I would love to learn more about camping, hiking and generally doing more outdoors! I want to give my children different experiences and get them more active instead of them just watching TV all the time!
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