Whether you're camping it or hoteling it, here are some Pere Marquet State Park tips for families
Hiking, swimming, biking, bird watching are just a sampling of the fun activities available while camping out. There's so much to do and no better way to do them than at a national or state park. How else can you get back to nature and spend some time in a low key environment and still entertain the kids? They say that variety is the spice of life, and we couldn't agree more. There's no better place for variety than on a camping trip to a wonderful and beautiful remote location and for families that are lovers of the outdoors, a visit to one of our nation's national or state parks makes for a fun and memorable time. There aren't too many places left where you and the kids can hike trails, see wildlife, and explore. If you're not into the wild wilderness, fret not as many parks offer acres of vast wilderness and also offer the creature comforts of life complete with campgrounds or hotels, kids activities and programs (like the ever popular Junior Ranger Program), general stores, visitor centers to help you find your way and guide you to the most popular spots, and more.
But being prepared makes all the difference in the world and you'll find that taking a little time before leaving home will save you quite a bit of trouble once at the park. Consider these tips for your trip to a National or State Park with the family:
1. Make a list and consider the number of people in your party and the number of days you'll be staying (and traveling there and back.)
2. Don't just pack. Pack the right gear. Consider your destination: does it tend to rain or get cold during evening hours? Even summer months can be cold and damp so don't be afraid to bring a few extra blankets, sweaters and rain gear. Be sure to pack hats, backpacks, sunglasses, sunscreen, boots, and yes, toilet paper.
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3. And then there was light...and first aid kits. You need light--you will be out in the wilderness after all, so bring a few flashlights and extra batteries. And you need healing powers for scrapes and cuts, so don't forget to pack the first aid kit and don't forget to check to be sure all items needed (Band-Aids, antiseptic spray, etc) are not only contained in the kit but also within their expiration date. Even if you intend on staying in a hotel, being prepared for a long hike that may extend into the dark hours is just plain smart.
4. If you're camping on campgrounds you'll need food and drinks which means you'll need a cooler or two in order to keep your food fresh and out of reach of small critters. Pack your perishables with dry ice if possible as this will preserve them longer. Also, store your food and drinks (dry, canned and perishable) in your automobile to keep them away from the sensitive noses of animals. The last thing you want is to wake up in the morning and find that your food was feasted on by park animals, not to mention that attracting them to your camp site is dangerous.
5. Pack trash bags and lots of them. Keep parks clean by cleaning after yourself.
6. Consider staying in a hotel near the park. If you're visiting with young children it's often safer and makes more sense to stay at a hotel. It saves you the headache of backing food and drinks and often times, it's better for the park as staying there creates too much waste. If you insist on sleeping in camp grounds, bringing a bit more that you will need can save you headaches. It can make the difference between and enjoyable and bad time. Consider your individual family needs and then add a bit of margin to what you think you'll need. That is, if you think you need two days worth of food for your outing, bring three days worth. In other words: Be safe, not sorry.
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