Camping Conundrums – What To Pack When Going On A Wilderness Vacation
Making the decision to plan a camping trip isn’t a difficult one. Australia has vast and stunningly untouched National Parks and endless outdoor space to explore. With coastlines, rainforests and mountains on the agenda, there really is something for everyone. The only difficult decisions you’ll need to make is- what to pack? The wilderness comes with it’s potential risks so you’ll need to plan your inventory carefully. You can’t, however, pack for any eventuality that a wilderness vacation may bring so follow these handy tips that will help you determine what to take on your great adventure.
Invest in an Esky
The best way to keep your tasty snacks and refreshing drinks cool is to invest in an esky. These coolers come in a variety of shapes and sizes and you’re guaranteed to find one that won’t break the bank. They work by trapping the cool air inside which keeps your food and drinks fresh. When you’ve packed your cooler full of goodies you’re also less likely to overspend on shop bought snacks from servos, we all know how overpriced they are. If your esky is packed well you can prolong the amount of time will control the temperature. Using ice that’s been made at home rather than party ice is more effective as it will last longer before it melts and continue to keep your food fresh. You could even purchase ice packs, they’ll stay cooler for even longer than homemade ice. It’s also a good idea to pre cool or freeze your items before you pack them to prevent them from making the ice melt prematurely.
Emergency And First Aid Kit
Even when you spend hours planning the perfect trip there’s no guarantee that it will go exactly as you hoped. A well stocked first aid kit and emergency supplies will give you the peace of mind and allow you to fully concentrate on enjoying your time outdoors. A well stocked first aid kit is recommended if you’ll be travelling out of the city away from major hospitals and should have the following items; Alcohol free cleansing wipes, sterile dressings and a thermometer. These are just a few of the key components of a first aid kit that will help you manage minor injuries. In the event of a more serious incident emergency items such as a whistle and a space blanket should be on hand to flag down help if it’s needed and keep you safe while you wait for it to arrive. It’s unlikely that you’ll need any of these items but it’s always better to have them just in case of an emergency.
Accomodation
When choosing a tent you need to think about it’s functionality. Just because you’ve found what looks like the ideal tent doesn’t mean that it won’t take an eternity to erect.The last thing you want is to trigger a frustrating episode every time you have to put the tent up. This is why it’s important to consider how easy it is to assemble before you buy it- it’s even more important if you have several stops during your trip and you have to re-erect your tent more that once.
Summary
When it comes to wilderness adventures thinking about keeping your food and drink cool, your safety and your accommodation is key. Follow these handy tips to take the stress out of packing and preparing for your trip.
