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| Israelis rediscover the joys of camping | | 2008-08-21 17:34:00 | | The Sharabi, Cohen, and Almogi clans have finished eating their pancakes and begun straightening up their tents, which are pitched in one of the authorized campgrounds along Lake Kinneret. Nearby, at the camp site of a group of families from Moshav Eitan in the Lachish region, the parents have pampered their children with spinach patties, as requested. "It's an inexpensive and real vacation like old times," Limor Sharabi says on his way to swim.Israelis seem to have "rediscovered" camping. Families, couples and groups of young people are increasingly forgoing vacations in Eilat or Turkey, grabbing a tent, charcoal grill and the kids, and heading for one of the campgrounds located throughout the country. The hobby is not yet as developed as in other Western countries, but it is certainly gaining momentum.Avi Cohen of Moshav Eitan takes his family on an annual camping trip to the Kinneret. "We had a hotel stay already and the kids have had fun at all sorts of attractions, but a beach vac | | By: Camping News | | |
| | Slow travel: the camping option | | 2008-08-12 02:43:48 | | As modern tourists we tend to travel fast. We fly in, grab a hotel room (or hostel bed), see all the tourist sights, try a local meal or two and zip back home again. We stay within cities, we are surrounded by other tourists and we do it all in a hurry before our days [...] | | By: Europe a la Carte Blog | | |
| | Camping with FBT 2008: where do Jags stand in key areas of focus? | | 2008-08-08 07:47:48 | | Training camp is quickly coming to an end with practices closed to the public. The Jacksonville Jaguars will now begin to shift their focus to preparing for the 2008 campaign.
This year, they are not only carrying the burden of being considered one of the top teams in the talent rich AFC, but they are also fighting for their playoff lives in what could be considered to be the best division in the NFL. Success or failure could be determined by one win or loss.
For a team that is regularly mentioned among those with a legitimate chance of making the short trip to Tampa to play in the Super Bowl in February, there is a great deal of anticipation for things to come.
After spending the majority of the past week attending training camp and watching the 2008 iteration of the Jaguars going through the process, it is clear to see that this is a team that is poised and ready to take on the challenge ahead. As they stare down the barrel of a difficult schedule, how the ros | | By: Big Cat Country - An Unoffical Jacksonville Jaguar | | |
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| Camping with FBT: 8/5/08 p.m. camp report | | 2008-08-05 22:11:14 | | The conclusion of what had to be the least taxing training camp in franchise history was certainly a fitting end. With the heat and humidity still hovering heavily over the practice grounds for the evening session, the Jaguars took the field in full pads.
The list of players that were not participating this evening was the longest of training camp. The non-participants included Chad Nkang, Jeremy Mincey, George Wrighster, Reggie Williams, Brad Meester, Clint Ingram, Jerry Porter, Derek Landri (right knee), Troy Williamson (groin), and Clyde Edwards. Reggie Hayward was dressed out and participated in individual drills, but then stuck to the sideline for the remainder of practice.
The practice was pretty much a non-event compared to the session last night. The Jaguars were in full pads, but the only contact drills were toward the very end of practice when they went to red zone drills in the final 11 x 11 round of the evening.
Let’s get right into the drills. | | By: Big Cat Country - An Unoffical Jacksonville Jaguar | | |
| | Camping with FBT: 8/4 p.m. camp report | | 2008-08-04 22:37:44 | | With the public sessions of camp winding down to the final few, the Jaguars have been adding new wrinkles to the practices in an effort to continue to adding layers to their play book.
The team took the field shelled tonight, but contact was still kept to an absolute minimum. The humidity was up a bit, and the practice was a little bit more spirited than we have seen in recent days, with the blitz packages and defensive schemes becoming more complex and aggressive as they prepare for the upcoming pre-season game against Atlanta.
The players that did not participate in practice tonight included the usual list of suspects: Chad Nkang, Jeremy Mincey, George Wrighster, Jerry Porter, Reggie Williams, Derrick Harvey, and Brad Meester.
Porter did some running and stretching exercises before heading back to the locker room. Meester was in a sling, and appeared to be in pretty good spirits, agreeing to talk to the press after practice tonight. Reggie Hayward did no | | By: Big Cat Country - An Unoffical Jacksonville Jaguar | | |
| | Camping with FBT: 8/1/08 p.m. scrimmage report | | 2008-08-01 23:23:45 | | The Jaguars took the field inside the friendly confines of Jacksonville Municipal Stadium tonight before a crowd of 12,109 eager fans wanting to get their first glimpse of the 2008 Jacksonville Jaguars in a scrimmage environment.
Most people came expecting to see a scrimmage similar to years past, but Jack Del Rio decided to shuffle things up a bit, changing the format from what had been done previously. Instead of a scrimmage, the fans were treated to the garden variety practice inside the stadium. There was no scoring, no real hitting, and a lot of fun for football fans.
The atmosphere inside the stadium was terrific. There was a new stadium announcer. Hopefully he is only a temporary patch as he is even worse than the regular guy.
It takes a lot to achieve that, but when the announcer actually refers to the starting quarterback for the Jacksonville Jaguars as David Jerrard, you know that there might be a slight problem in the booth.
It only | | By: Big Cat Country - An Unoffical Jacksonville Jaguar | | |
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| Camping with FBT: 8/1/08 a.m. camp report | | 2008-08-01 13:02:59 | | The practice this morning was a very light session lasting about an hour. The players were in baseball caps, shorts, and shirts, so any expectation of real action was tossed out the window the minute they walked out of the stadium.
The players that did not participate in the drills this morning included Jerry Porter (on sideline with the bulky ice bags in tow), Jeremy Mincey, George Wrighster, Chad Nkang, Brad Meester, Reggie Williams, and Derrick Harvey.
The one interesting thing to note is that the rookie barbershop was open for business, and several of the newbies on the roster were sporting new hairstyles as they took part in practice. Some were more creative than others, but all were rather entertaining.
Quentin Groves had one of the more unique styles. Someone took the time to cut a spiral in his hair that encompassed his entire head.
Theo Horrocks was also given a pretty special cut, having rings shaved around the circumference of his noggin.& | | By: Big Cat Country - An Unoffical Jacksonville Jaguar | | |
| | Les 8-10 ans au camping : Barbecue et soirée pirates ! | | 2008-07-30 14:41:00 | | Préparation du barbecue..., Maxence, Oualid et Marine aux fourneaux ! Un vrai feu de camp dans le sol et une préparation attentive ! Le barbecue en images : Bon.....Le pain est peut-être un peu trop cuit.... mais pour les saucisses ça a l'air impec ! les gamins ont l'air contents. Mission barbecue réussie ! Le spectacle : Fabuleux conte d'aladin (furieusement revisité) et un pirate cracheur de... | | By: Pron0x-TV | | |
| | Camping with FBT: 7/29/08 pm camp report | | 2008-07-29 22:33:57 | | It rained most of the afternoon at the stadium. The clouds began to part around the time that the Jaguars were making their way out to the field for the second practice of the day. Conditions on the field were certainly a concern because of the weather, particularly on the field turf where any rain can create quite a slick surface. The field did not disappoint in that regard.
The team was back on the field in full pads. The players that did not participate in the evening session included Jerry Porter, Brad Meester, Jeremy Mincey, Chad Nkang, and George Wrighster. Reggie Williams and Mike Walker both participated in the evening session, and there may be some consequences as a result. There will be more on that later in the report.
Let’s get straight to the drills:
9 x 7:
The Jags initiated their first 9 x7 drills tonight to work on the running game against the defense. This is the first time they have ramped up the drill in training camp t | | By: Big Cat Country - An Unoffical Jacksonville Jaguar | | |
| | Tuesday Morning Bills Notes: Rumblings Goes Camping | | 2008-07-29 08:19:04 | | Bills LB Kawika Mitchell (Photo Source)
The Buffalo Bills will hold their first night practice of 2008 training camp tonight at 7PM Eastern at St. John Fisher College. Buffalo Rumblings will be represented by yours truly at the festivities; we're already scheduled to meet up with killascript and the Dukes of Awesome, and if anyone else wants to meet up to chat for a few minutes, I'm game. Look for the lame-o wearing the Posluszny jersey, holding a digital camera and obsessively writing notes. Hope to see some of you out there!
Here's what's been making headlines recently in Bills country...
Bills' Defensive TweaksWhy are the Bills tweaking their defensive system, abandoning specific defensive line techniques and focusing on becoming more physical? Not just because it makes sense. They're doing it to take full advantage of the talents of DT Marcus Stroud.
The Bills will be milking this guy's talent for all its worth. They'll be using the alignments t | | By: Buffalo Rumblings | | |
| | Camping with FBT 7/27 pm Report | | 2008-07-27 22:16:40 | | Camping with FBT: 7/27 pm camp report
by FBT on Jul 27, 2008 7:35 PM PDT
The Jags took the field tonight under somewhat humid, but cooler conditions than during the early sessions. Still, the humidity claimed a couple of victims on the field in the night session. The boys were in shells tonight as they prepare for the next step as the pads go on tomorrow night beginning the portion of training camp where the defense can finally be heard from.
The players that did not participate in practice included Jerry Porter, Dennis Northcutt, George Wrighster, Chad Nkang, Jeremy Mincey, and Reggie Williams. The good news on Williams is that he did not appear to be limping, and while his knee was wrapped and iced early in practice, he took off all of the wrappings later on and was walking around looking fine.
The team is clearly tinkering with the rotations both on the offensive line at left tackle, and again with the linebacker corps. On the line, Barnes and Collie | | By: Big Cat Country - An Unoffical Jacksonville Jaguar | | |
| | Camping with FBT: 7/27/08 AM camp report | | 2008-07-27 11:56:57 | | Day two started out in similar fashion to opening day of camp. With a significantly smaller crowd in attendance, the Jaguars took the field under sunny, hot, and humid conditions. Similar to the practice yesterday, the Jaguars have quite obviously made the decision to shorten the length of the practice sessions considerably over years past. After initial warm-ups and stretching were completed, the team ran through drills for just about 70 minutes again this morning.
With the dawn of a new day, the return of one of the Jaguars more popular players marked the event. Fred Taylor, who was excused for practices on Saturday to attend a funeral, was back on the field participating fully with the team.
The players either not in attendance, or not participating included Derrick Harvey, Jerry Porter, Jeremy Mincey, George Wrighster, Mike Walker, Chad Nkang, and Reggie Williams. Williams was on the field again today, and did some running on the sideline, but his knee | | By: Big Cat Country - An Unoffical Jacksonville Jaguar | | |
| | Camping with FBT: 7/26/08 AM practice session | | 2008-07-26 14:25:21 | | [Note by River City Rage, 07/26/08 6:35 PM EDT ] Everyone at BCC thanks Tim/FBT from MVN for his fantastic practice reports!
The Jacksonville Jaguars returned to the practice fields to begin the process of preparing for the 2008 season this morning. It was a balmy start for Camp Del Rio 2008 at the practice facility with barely a breeze. The overcast skies kept it from becoming too hot for the players on the field, and the 2,500-3,000 fans in attendance were also grateful.
This was a very light and short practice session by previous camp standards. The entire practice ran about 75 minutes, which is significantly shorter than in years past. It may have been an effort by the coaching staff to ease into this process as the real grind will begin on Monday when the pads are in play.
The first players to work their way on to the field were Josh Scobee and Adam Podlesh. The first non-special teams player to take the field for the first practice session, se | | By: Big Cat Country - An Unoffical Jacksonville Jaguar | | |
| | ... les Ardentes 2008 - le camping ... | | 2008-07-22 01:24:28 | | Les Ardentes 2008 - Liège Electro Rock Festival - du 10 au 13 juillet - Parc Astrid, Coronmeuse... non ce n'est pas la pochette du dernier album de Supertramp, simplement le camping du festival après 5 jours de pluie, de boue et de joyeuses libations ...les photos du festival continuent d'arriver sur le site.U2 - Until The End Of The World | | By: Clik & Clak | | |
| | Japan's Apple fans begin camping out in Tokyo for iPhone 3G launch on Friday | | 2008-07-11 04:33:20 | | Hiroyuki Sano, a graduate student who turns 25 this week, couldn't think of a better way Wednesday to celebrate his birthday than being the first person in Japan to own an iPhone. So he ditched class in Nagoya and headed 160 miles north to Tokyo's trendy Omotesando district, home to mobile carrier Softbank Corp.'s flagship store. Sano arrived at 6 a.m. Tuesday, grabbed the first spot in line and prepared to wait three days and one hour until Apple's much-hyped handset goes on sale Friday at 7 a.m.A longtime Apple fan, he brought along his MacPro laptop and iPod, as well as a change of clothes, an umbrella, snacks and a folding chair. He even got permission to skip school."My professor is a big Apple fan, so when I told him I wanted to come line up for the iPhone, he told me to go for it," Sano said after a fitful night of sleep in his chair. "My mom told me I was crazy."About 15 other iPhone enthusiasts had joined Sano in line as of Wednesday morning, eager to get their hands on a devi | | By: Indonesia Type Approval/homologation/Compliance ce | | |
| | Sleep Under the Starry Skies on a California Camping Trip | | 2008-07-10 15:44:00 | | Camping is more popular than ever, especially with families. With summer right around the corner, there is no better time to explore the outdoors than on a California camping vacation. With hundreds of beach, mountain, desert and lake campgrounds to choose from, visitors of all ages can easily find their perfect campsite in the Golden State.According to the Adventure Travel Report (as referenced by the Travel Industry Association), camping is the number one outdoor vacation activity in America, with one-third of U.S. adults having gone on at least one camping vacation in the past five years. And, it's not a solo experience. According to the report, most of these camping travelers are married with children who are also taking part in the adventure."Campers in California can literally pitch their tent in a completely new site every night because the state offers an extensive variety of natural settings not found anywhere else," said Caroline Beteta, president and chief executive officer | | By: California Travel News | | |
| | Honolulu tightening camping laws | | 2008-07-02 16:15:00 | | The Honolulu City Council is moving towards tightening up beach camping laws, creating another blow for homeless people on Oahu.Officials say this will reduce the number of homeless people living in beach parks.Under current camping laws, authorities are finding enforcement difficult.The definitions of who and how long they can stay right now leaves many shades of gray.
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| | Camping del Congreso | | 2008-06-23 12:33:00 | | (clic en la imagen para agrandar el kamping)
Continúan instalándose carpas K frente el Congreso. Los campamentos oficialistas ya están llegando a orillas del Río de la Plata. Alarma en Uruguay. Ante la falta de lugar, Carrió estaría planeando instalar la suya en Punta del Este. No sería la única. D’Elía habría alquilado su carpa en La Mansa al Gobierno por apenas un millón de dólares diarios. “
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| | What To Bring On Outdoor Camping | | 2008-06-23 00:00:00 | | People go camping more frequently during the summer because they know they have all of the outdoor camping essentials they need in the storage shed at home. Some groups might head out with less equipment than others might but since camping essentials are meant to take care of basic needs, people know they have enough [...] | | By: Resources Zone | | |
| | Camping time at Roanoke Rapids | | 2008-06-22 03:04:00 | | But this week, the Roanoke Rapids High coaches were busy conducting a camp for youngsters in the third through eighth grades on the Yellow Jacket campus. The camp was a three-day basic skills camp.Head coach Russell Weinstein, assistant head coach and defensive coordinator Pete Edwards and offensive line coach and jayvee coach Chris Hill put the young footballers through the basic skills to improve their techniques. Most of the boys have either played or will play in the local midget football league this season.Edwards noted that the idea is “for the boys to learn the basic fundamentals and have an understanding about the work that goes into football. The kids have given us the effort and they have worked hard.”
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| | | Camping now stylish as purse strings tighten | | 2008-06-11 02:14:00 | | Brits are returning to camping as the credit crunch bites, according to Canvas Holidays which has seen a 10-20% increase in bookings in the last six weeks.The operator released the figures alongside a survey it has commissioned about current British holidaymaking trends which revealed that 75% would now choose self-catering above any other board option when booking a holiday.
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| | Camping at Toms Field, Dorset | | 2008-06-10 17:32:24 | | We have just got back from 3 nights camping at Tom’s Field Camping. Its a beautiful campsite in the Isle of Purbeck, Dorset. Its situated in the Pubeck hills about 3 miles from Swanage in the pretty village of Langton Matravers.
Highlights of our trip included a beautiful walk from the campsite down to the Dancing [...] | | By: Backpacking Travel Blog | | |
| | Camping with FBT: 2008 mini camp AM practice session | | 2008-06-06 13:56:03 | |
[Note by River City Rage, 06/06/08 3:02 PM EDT ]: FBT writes the very best reports on the minicamp and training camp practices. He was kind enough to post his thoughts on today's practice here. You can read more from FBT at Jaguars Journal !
It was good to see the team back on the field this morning, sporting their finest shorts and shirts. Noticeably absent from participation (but still on the field with the team) were Mike Walker (worked with the training staff for most of practice with his knee wrapped. According to the team, he’ll participate in 1 practice daily), Brian Smith (still walking with an obvious limp), and George Wrighster (knee was wrapped up tightly).
There were a couple of uh-oh moments during the practice session with players that you do not want to see coming up lame. Jerry Porter participated early in practice, but during one of the catching drills, after making a nice grab on a slant pattern in front of the defender, he clear | | By: Big Cat Country - An Unoffical Jacksonville Jaguar | | |
| | Camping: A fun and inexpensive vacation | | 2008-06-01 05:53:00 | | There is nothing more enjoyable than going to bed to the sound of crickets in the evening and then waking up in the morning to the sound of birds chirping outside your tent.Teaching a youngster how to roast a marshmallow over an open fire will be a fond memory for years to come and looking for shooting stars in a sky bright with stars is an experience that cannot be fully appreciated in the city.But the best news is that the cost of camping is still a bargain compared to staying in a hotel, motel or a rental cabin at a resort.
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| | Camping in Camelford, North Cornwall | | 2008-05-30 08:50:16 | | Just spent a great surfing weekend in Camelford (not toe), we stayed in a great campsite Kings Acre Touring Park, don’t let the name put you off, it’s a nice sized site in a lovely location.
Camelfords got all you need and its a short walk through the fields from the campsite. Obviously, being North Cornwall, [...] | | By: Backpacking Travel Blog | | |
| | Maine parks gearing up for busy camping season | | 2008-05-27 15:22:00 | | With Memorial Day weekend at hand, Maine's parks are gearing up for a busy camping season.The Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands says it has taken 500 more reservations at the 12 state-run campgrounds than at this time a year ago.Conservation Commissioner Patrick McGowan says the bureau expects plenty of visitors as Mainers take advantage of the 47 state parks and historic sites that are short drives from most of the state's population centers.
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| | 10 Great Gadgets for Camping | | 2008-05-20 14:26:00 | | There's nothing like the great outdoors: the sights, the sounds, the sense of freedom. One can't help feeling one with Mother Earth. For the ultimate survivalists, enduring the elements is a piece of cake: They welcome the idea of roughing it under the stars, armed with little but a knife and a can of beans.Not everyone is blessed with this kind of courage and natural instinct, of course. But that doesn't mean you should shy away from the wilderness. Camping can be a pleasurable experience—as long as you're equipped with the right tools.Whether you're planning a camping trip to the Adirondacks or Anacapa Island this summer, here's a list of 10 gadgets every type of camper shouldn't leave home without.
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| | Terminal Camping | | 2008-05-14 11:16:56 | | Welcome to Camp Donner Party! Finally a family camp designed for the Urban Eco-Warrior! At Camp Donner Party you can live the lifestyle that you've been trying to foist off on the rest of us for so long!Here at Camp Donner Party, you will be able to escape the trappings of civilization, and forgo all those troublesome aspects of modern living, like; plentiful food, relative safety, and old age.And a vacation at Camp Donner Party is economical too! No return trip arrangements!At Camp Donner Party we take the 'Civil' out of Civilization!Activities at Camp Donner Party!Cardiovascular exercise!Swimming and non-invasive fishing!(Mmmm! Mmm! They're biting today!)Low Carbon "Foot" Print Cooking!Hunting and Gathering!Camp Donner Party also offers:The Virtual Rain Forest Experience!Environmentally friendly living facilities.And complete "lifestyle appropriate" medical care.So make your reservations for Camp Donner Party today! If you're going to talk the talk, then be sure you've walked the | | By: It\'s a Funny Thing... | | |
| | FRENCH CAMPING HOLIDAY'S | | 2008-05-13 10:03:00 | | I was only saying to my friend the other day that i have always wanted to go camping.The nearest i have got to camping is pitching a tent in my friends garden, and we stayed there for the night!If i were to go i would like to go some interesting like France HolidaysUsually people tend to think camping is staying around your Country areas, but why not try something different, and go abroad and do your camping at the same time?There is a company called French freedom holidays that like to see themselves as great value factor for being a low cost camping company.You can browse through a number of resorts on their site and even order yourself the latest brochure.You don't even have to take your own tent with you either, as this is already provided.As well as camping they also offer alternative accommodation like mobile homes.If your thinking about the kid's don't stress there are kids clubs at most of the resorts to keep them busy for a while.You can leave them in the qualified staffs han | | By: Mummy Diaries | | |
| | Hiking and camping safety tips | | 2008-05-10 16:42:00 | | If you have any medical conditions, discuss your plans with your health care provider and get approval before departing.Review the equipment, supplies and skills that you’ll need. Consider what emergencies could arise and how you would deal with those situations. What if you got lost, or were unexpectedly confronted by an animal? What if someone became ill or injured? What kind of weather might you encounter? Add to your hiking checklist the supplies you would need to deal with these situations.Make sure you have the skills you need for your camping or hiking adventure. You may need to know how to read a compass, erect a temporary shelter or give first aid. Practice your skills in advance.
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| | Electric Picnic introduces eco-friendly camping | | 2008-05-03 02:57:00 | | This year, Electric Picnic introduces the Myhab eco-firendly alternative to camping. Ticket holders can book a 2-person myhab which is very close to the action in the yellow campsite. When you arrive at the site, your myhab will already be waiting for you, courtesy of the good people at Electric Picnic.Myhab users will also have access to toliets, hot showers, a safe box for valuables, and your myhab will be easy to find as you can personalise it when you book online.Myhabs are waterproof, spacious, and made from reusable, recyclable materials.
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| | Lake Tahoe camping | | 2008-04-23 08:10:00 | | Camping is a great way to appreciate the beauty and activities of the Tahoe area; providing an interaction with nature that you’ll never find in a stuffy hotel room. There are many public and private campgrounds around the Tahoe basin – here are 10 to explore:When you’re looking to rise above the summer heat, go up – to the top of Mt. Rose Highway. Locals may have noticed the campground turnoff sign at the summit of Hwy 431, perhaps not realizing that it leads to a picturesque camping spot with access to some of the best high-country hiking in the basin. Wander easily to the Tahoe Meadows to link up with the Tahoe Rim Trail or the Ophir Creek Trail. Trailheads to Slide Mountain and Mt. Rose itself are nearby as well. The campground offers 24 sites and flush toilets. Fees are $13/night. Visit www.reserveamerica.com for reservations.
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| | Glamping: camping minus lumps | | 2008-04-18 11:34:00 | | There is only one rule when you're luxury camping in the bush with possums and unfortunately we broke it.Ushering us up the stairs of our palatial safari-style abode, our host says, "enjoy the bliss, sit back and have a sundowner but please, no food in the camp"."Our possums are very, very cheeky."Sure thing, we say, kicking off our city shoes and getting ready to recline, champagne flute in hand, on the porch of the most decked-out tent we've ever seen, a deluxe outdoor suite at Paperbark Camp on the NSW South Coast.
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| | Camping in the UK is a Great Budget Option | | 2008-04-12 02:39:00 | | Camping in the UK has been described as a "great budget option" by the British Resorts and Destinations Association (Brada) this week.According to the association, camping is a particularly attractive option for younger people, who have the freedom to get on their bikes with a light backpack and head off into the great unknown.Peter Hampson, director of Brada, said: "It's equally a great budget option from the more organised family side, because once you’ve bought your tents and all the bits and pieces then it’s an investment that you've got."
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| | Camping on the outskirts of European cities | | 2008-04-02 03:34:00 | | In our increasingly frantic search for ways to visit Europe inexpensively, campgrounds and camping should not be overlooked.Almost completely unknown to most American travelers, campgrounds are found on the outskirts of nearly every major European city; indeed, some European cities have as many as a dozen such campgrounds in their outlying areas. And although they are usually in fairly remote neighborhoods, nearly all are on a bus or subway line that can whisk you downtown — and there are still other prime camping spots in historic centers as well.
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| | Cleveland forest fees for camping may rise | | 2008-03-28 15:39:00 | | In separate actions yesterday, the U.S. Forest Service lifted most of the access restrictions in place since the October wildfires and officials said campground fees were not covering the cost of maintaining the facilities.“Opening up the forest again is a great thing, especially since there has been some rainfall so it should be beginning to restore itself,” said Richard Miller, chairman of the San Diego chapter of the Sierra Club.
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| | Potential terrorists lured by camping trip | | 2008-03-27 07:57:00 | | Accused of wanting to behead Prime Minister Stephen Harper, an alleged terrorist was lured to what prosecutors have called a clandestine training camp on the assumption he was doing some winter camping and was frequently sent on coffee runs to Tim Hortons, according to court documents released Wednesday. A factum filed by the man's lawyer suggests evidence billed by the Crown as "shocking and | | By: News Alert | | |
| | New RV and camping search site for vacationers and travelers that uses Google maps | | 2008-03-17 03:33:00 | | Are you tired of those huge five pound RV and camping directories? Tired of web sites that lack content? Well, MapRvs is the newest in internet RV site searches and will soon make the others look obsolete. It is a futuristic, complete and accurate site that is like no other. Let's say you are looking for RV and camping sites outside of Phoenix, AZ. You simply go to the map of the United States, click a few times in the Phoenix area, and, voila, up pops little green dots with all the locations. As you click on each, a bubble appears with information on it. Further in, one can get directions to the site from anywhere, current weather conditions and contact information. Also, one can search for points of interest and other RV related establishments nearby.
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| | Camping holidays | | 2008-03-13 13:21:00 | | Camping holidays are a popular option for the environment- and budget-conscious holidaymaker and give families a chance to get close to nature and really explore the outdoors.Many campgrounds offer the option of tenting, mobile homes or chalet accommodation, as well as activities and children's clubs so holidaymakers can enjoy some home comforts while having a break from city life.France is a perennial favourite for camping holidays, being easily accessible with thousands of well-equipped campsites. The Vendee region, Gascony, the Dordogne and Brittany are all fantastic destinations for a camping holiday.
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| | Camping, fishing and golf | | 2008-03-09 19:59:28 | | In my post the other day I was talking about my passion for fishing and camping. Camping can be heaps of fun, but if you are going to get into it I would recommend purchasing some quality camping accessories to make life easy. The most important, apart from the sleeping gear, is the stove you will use for cooking. Camping becomes more appealing when you can make a decent meal and there is nothing like a Woodgas camp stove. They are one of the most simple, yet effective, stoves on the market and at under 2 pounds you could literally carry it around all day. You could cook 99% of your normal meals on this stove and it cooks very cleanly with very little smoke. It is made from tough stainless steel and is able to withstand the inevitable camping knocks. If you are looking for a camping stove then look no further than the Woodgas camping stove.
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| | Three Girls Go Camping - Joke of the Day | | 2008-03-09 09:27:31 | | One day three women went camping - a blonde, a brunette and a redhead. The blonde suddenly had to go to the bathroom. She went into the woods with her toilet paper and did her business.
While she was gone, the brunette and the redhead decided to play a joke on her. They skinned a rabbit [...] | | By: Dailywaste.com Humor and Funny Pics | | |
| | Camping at Jalama Beach near Santa Barbara | | 2008-03-08 15:51:00 | | From a map, Jalama Beach County Park looks like one of the most isolated beach campgrounds in Southern California. The beach hugs a crescent-shaped coastline between Point Conception and Point Arguello, just south of Vandenberg Air Force Base.No multimillion-dollar mansions or rickety piers mar the coastline for miles in either direction. Just the ocean lapping at the raw land, as it has for millions of years.Despite its remote locale, Jalama Beach is not the rough, isolated park I expected to find when I drove a winding, two-lane country road to the sand-swept campground in February. A dozen relatives and I arrived a few hours before sunset.
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| | France Remains the Original Camping Destination | | 2008-03-03 09:48:00 | | France is still the "original camping destination" for Brits, according to one industry expert.Tour operator Europcamp made the claim, explaining that France remains popular as it is easily accessible for Brits.Ruth Start, Eurocamp head of sales and marketing, said: "France remains a popular choice with Eurocamp customers as it is easily accessible from the UK and remains a camping legacy in terms of being the original camping destination for Brits."
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| | Go camping | | 2008-03-01 21:02:06 | | While out in my garden taking in the fresh morning air, I had a chat with my neighbour seeing her busy packing up for a camping trip with her family. She’s be camping with her family at a tea plantation estate up in the highlands. It will be the first time her youngest son, now [...] | | By: Momma's Diary | | |
| | Camping Holidays in France | | 2008-02-28 12:40:00 | | My husband and I, we keep going holidays in south of Europe especially in France. I did camping before, it is really a lot of fun, and it is such adventurous to doing it. If you want to have fun and like camping, I found this website French Campsites, low cost camping holidays in France, check this one now French Campsites.French Campsites, Mobiles home are so new and so modern, you pay just a cheap price. It is affordable and secure camping place and plus any insurance premiums. All their mobile home and tent are owned and employ by English speaking of all their locations. French Campsites offer the beach holidays in France, the camping place located close from the beach and travelling by ferry which is the best and perfect holiday for your family.This is right for my family camping place, as we have now a little boy because they offer free kids clubs of their mobile home holidays in France. I think this is the best camping place that we stay because they have many free fun activities | | By: Amazing life | | |
| | Holidaymakers Get Back to Nature Camping | | 2008-02-28 04:52:00 | | Tour operator Europcamp said this week that not only does camping allow travellers to "really explore the outdoors" it is also a "greener holiday option".Ruth Start, Eurocamp's head of sales and marketing, said: "Families can make the most out of local attractions and Eurocamp parks often personify the culture and traditions of the destination."
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| | Great Tips For Car Camping Enjoyment | | 2008-02-26 05:02:13 | | Camping is one of my favorite activities and my favorite type of camping is car camping. However, there are many other types of camping such as base camping, canoe camping, RV camping, tent trailer camping and back yard camping. Regardless of how you spend your time out of doors or how much time you spend out of doors, there is always more to learn. I have compiled an extensive list of camping tips and this installment is for car campers. Here are my favorite tips for getting the most out of your car camping experience.Organize your gear before you go. The basic principle is to organize or categorize your gear by "when" and "how quickly" you will need it. When I get to the campsite, the first thing I do is prepare shelter. So my tent and shade awning are the easiest pieces of gear to get to.Plan your campsite. Understand how vehicles, wind, sun and rain will enter the campsite. For example, if the wind is coming out of the west, you’ll probably want your tent and kitchen west of any | | By: alicantecarhire | | |
| | Winter camping | | 2008-02-25 02:25:00 | | Spend a night with an experienced Northwoods guide of more than 18 years, Bill Slaughter, who mushes on just for you. During your personalized trip, you can set up camp anywhere and enjoy the beauty of winter with many options. You can choose among hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and ice fishing. Meals are hot, and you might even catch your lunch or dinner.
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| | Zombie Squad Winter Camping Trip - NY | | 2008-02-24 13:20:29 | | 7 ZS members went camping up in the Adirondack Park in Upstate NY over the weekend of February 15-17, 2008. We had a great time and, I like to think, learned a lot about winter camping.
We camped on the shore of beautiful Polliwog Pond, at a big campsite that was buried under 1-2 feet [...] | | By: Zombie Squad Syndication | | |
| | Free Camping in New Zealand | | 2008-02-22 15:13:00 | | To celebrate the New Zealand love affair with the humble outdoor holiday, Family Parks are inviting people to enjoy a weekend of family camping, in a powered or un-powered site, with 'Family Parks' Go Camp 08' - New Zealand and Australia's biggest ever free camp-out.On Friday, February 22 and Saturday 23, enjoy a free weekend at either Westshore Holiday Park, or Waipatiki Beach Farm Park.'Family Parks' Go Camp 08' encourages New Zealanders to get back to nature, Westshore Holiday Park owners Ray and Anna Stevenson say.
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| | | Camping in Scandinavia | | 2008-02-17 17:17:00 | | For kids, most Scandinavian campsites have their own activities or playgrounds, or are located close to family attractions. The picture shows you kids on a "Hoppeputte", a giant air pillow that is found at countless Danish campgrounds.To get a campsite, make sure to purchase a Camping Card Scandinavia (valid in Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland) before you go camping, or at the first campsite you visit. It's reasonably priced and is valid for the whole year. There are discounts for single overnight stays, and groups of 5+ campers.
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| | Everything you always wanted to know about Jewish camping | | 2008-02-14 00:24:00 | | Parents with a laundry list of questions regarding Jewish camping may find answers at www.jewishcamping.org - the website of the Foundation for Jewish Camping (FJC) - the central address for the field of Jewish summer camps in North America.With a constituency of over 130 non-profit overnight Jewish summer camps, the FJC serves as a catalyst for growing the Jewish camping system. It has moved the importance of the Jewish summer camp experience to the forefront of the Jewish community’s agenda.Through its programs and consultation, the non-profit organization encourages and assists with the expansion of existing Jewish camps and the development of new ones.
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| | Internet, Video Games Blamed for Drop In Camping | | 2008-02-07 18:54:00 | | The study was conducted in the United States and Japan and tracks the rise of video game play in the early 1980s along with a decline in visits to national parks, camping, fishing and other outdoor recreation. Declines of 18 to 25 percent were reported.According to a statement by the researchers, "Video games, home movie rentals, going out to movies, Internet use, and rising fuel prices explained almost 98 percent of the decline in people visiting national parks."
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| | Annual camping reservation rush begins | | 2008-02-02 17:58:00 | | The first day is always the busiest, with campers competing for favorite sites at one of 12 state campgrounds. Sebago Lake State Park is the most popular destination, and the state only accepts reservations for four or more nights until March, when the minimum stay changes to two nights.State campground reservations started this morning and got off to a fast start, according to the Bureau of Parks & Lands.
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| | Camping in Antarctica | | 2008-01-29 08:23:00 | | TROLL STATION, Antarctica (Reuters) - If you think a "sunseeker" is someone who likes lounging on Caribbean or Mediterranean beaches, meet Joern Dybdahl.In the southern summer, the 46-year old Norwegian works in Antarctica as a technician at a research station. The rest of the year he is on the Arctic island of Spitsbergen -- so he almost always lives in the land of the midnight sun.
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| | Camping at Mount. Ophir (Gunung Ledang), Johor | | 2008-01-28 03:06:00 | | On the 23rd Oct 2006, 4am before dawn.......Groups of the JRPILOTS (leads by 9W2LRR) with 13 cars are on the way from Johor Bahru to Tangkak to having their breakfast. And also last minutes shopping for their 3 days 2 nights camping trip at Mount Ophir (Gunung Ledang).After breakfast, they drove to 'Gate B' and enter the palm oil estate, about 30-45 minutes of bumpy road, they reached the Ranger office.The charges as below.......Once the registrations done, they continue their journey by passing | | By: My Trips | | |
| | The Arizona Camping Trip | | 2008-01-22 19:34:00 | | This corner of Arizona serves up two diverse landscapes for the price of one getaway. You can slalom through arroyos in scorching cactus desert, then climb up into the cool, mile-high evergreen heights of the Dragoon and Chiricahua mountains — two of the region’s renowned “sky islands.†There, shady campsites offer easy access to ridgeline hikes, fishing holes and some serious relaxation.
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| | State agencies criticize Malibu's plan to ban camping | | 2008-01-18 09:16:00 | | The City of Malibu's proposal to ban overnight camping in public parks was the topic of discussion at state agency meetings in two different counties last week. In Thousands Oaks, the board of the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority, a sister organization of the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy, voted to support the SMMC's plan to override the city's prohibition proposal. Meanwhile, in the city of Los Angeles, California Coastal Commission Executive Director Peter Douglas reiterated a statement he made last month in an interview with The Malibu Times that the city's plan is "a waste of public resources and funds" because it violates the Coastal Act.
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| | Camping Cot | | 2008-01-17 09:14:01 | | Normally at given breaks and vacations, families would want to go out and explore the wildlife. Now when you are going out, camping is sure to be one of the possible agendas. But while you are sure to have your camping gear with you, it would be wise to consider this camping cot to ensure [...] | | By: BEDzine - We are crazy about BEDs!!! | | |
| | Camping costs on rise | | 2008-01-12 17:59:00 | | ALBANY - While camping at Lake Snowden will be reinstated April 1, park users will be paying higher fees to cover the maintenance of the park, Hocking College officials announced at a meeting Wednesday.While fees are not set in stone and have to be reviewed by Hocking College President John Light, the seasonal camping fee of $875 is planned to increase to $1,300.A packed house of community members, park users and local officials turned out at Wednesday night's meeting held at the park, which is owned by the colle
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| | Beach camping offers waves of enjoyment | | 2008-01-07 09:58:00 | | We were new to beach camping, so the throng caught us by surprise. That "just me and the trees" feeling you often can achieve even in busy forest campgrounds was out of reach here. We were packed in like sardines.The campsite was basically an extra-wide parking spot with a piece of dirt behind it. Nearly all our neighbors were housed in RVs, which seemed the better way to go. We had to move the picnic table to squeeze in our two small tents. At night when we roasted marshmallows, I kept a watchful eye for sparks that could potentially ignite our night's accommodations. One tent was mostly uphill and those of us who drew the short straws got to sleep with our heads closer to the train tracks.
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| | Another view on Malibu camping | | 2008-01-01 00:56:00 | | Her opening sentence refers to the Malibu City Council’s vote to “ban camping on many public lands. . .” In fact, only three sites were at issue: Santa Monica Mountain Conservancy land in Corral Canyon, where the most recent fire started, Ramirez Canyon, and Charmlee Wilderness Park, which is owned by the City of Malibu and not the Conservancy. She adds, rather breezily, that as far as she knew it was “the first official measure the city has taken to prevent future fires.” In fact, the City has had a fire prevention program in conjunction the LA County Fire Department almost since Malibu became a city. It combines educational programs with brush-clearing efforts in inhabited areas.
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| | Camping Fun for A Million Cubans | | 2007-12-25 14:41:00 | | Havana, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) Over a million Cubans enjoyed camping this year, confirming this type of family recreation as the favorite of the Cuban family.Some 300,000 people visited the northern coast of Havana Province, said Eduardo Tirado, president of the camping business world, in a press conference in La Cueva de los Portales, in Pinar del Rio.The increased demand means 79 of the country"s existing facilities are now insufficient, he noted.
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| | Camping fees to rise in Nova Scotia over the next three years | | 2007-12-20 02:18:00 | | HALIFAX - The cost of camping at Nova Scotia's provincial parks will increase in each of the next three years.The provincial government announced Tuesday that permits for a basic campsite will rise from $14.96 to $18 by 2010 - that's a 20 per cent jump. The cost of a semi-serviced site will rise 25 per cent to $24, and full-service sites with water and electricity will rise to $32 - a 15 per cent increase.
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| | | Camping at Legoland ! | | 2007-12-13 09:41:00 | | Pirate-themed camp outs at Legoland California ? Merlin Entertainment Group is asking the Carlsbad planning commission for permission for a campground program that could accommodate up to 275 people a night. With this new program families would be able to stay at Legoland after the park closes at 8 PM and camp in tents. Guest would be able to play games and watch shows. The camping fun would be over just before the parks opens at 10 am. Source North County Times | | By: California Destination Guide | | |
| | Camping out for Christmas | | 2007-12-13 03:35:00 | | HOLIDAY BASEBALL CAMP: The camp, which is run by several ex-professional major-leaguers such as Boston Red Sox hitting coordinator Victor Rodriguez, Red Sox minor-league coach Chad Epperson and former Minnesota Twins pitcher Ryan Glenn, will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Jan. 2-4 at North Fort Myers Community Park (2021 N. Tamiami Trail). Ages: 8-18. Cost: $125 per player, with camp T-shirt included. Visit impactsportspro.com to print out the registration form and waiver to send in along with payment and T-shirt size before Wednesday, Dec. 26.
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| | Myrtle Beach Camping | | 2007-11-29 11:58:00 | | With it sandy beaches and many choices in campground locations, Myrtle Beach Camping is the must do camping experience. With the increasing influx of visitors to Myrtle Beach, millions to be exact, this vacation destination is getting a lot of attention for being one of the best premier RV destinations in the United States. This is evident with all the RV resorts. But another sign is how the big name hotel chains pay attention. A lot of high-rise hotels are taking notice of this destination and they want the piece of the pie. These big named high-rise resorts are slowly but surely redefining the Grand Strand landscape of this once sleepy resort city.
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| | A camping primer: Into the great outdoors | | 2007-11-21 03:59:00 | | Pack up the car, load the cooler, grab the sleeping bags and head for a campground.It is among the first tentative steps into the great outdoors for many people and for even the most hard-core outdoor enthusiast it can be a quick path to re-establishing a lost connection with Mother Nature. We're talking car camping here -- loading up the minivan with the basics of food, clothing and shelter and heading for the hills.With two national forests -- the Lewis and Clark and the Helena -- within easy driving range, there is a mapful of camping opportunities that do not require a backpack and a long walk or a four-wheel drive gas-guzzler to reach.
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| | Camping class offers 'relaxing' atmosphere | | 2007-11-11 01:38:00 | | Students who have taken the Camping and Outdoor Education course offered at PSU say that the class isn't exactly a stressful academic experience."It's a nice, relaxing class. You just go out and have fun," said Sara Franchett, senior in biology, who was being taught how to load, aim and shoot a bow and arrow.Though the course has been taught at PSU for decades, Scott Gorman, professor of Health, Human Performance and Recreation, has been teaching the class for the last 20 years.
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| | Bestival camping music festival tickets go on sale | | 2007-11-06 03:50:00 | | The festival - which is run by the organisers of the Isle of Wight's annual Bestival – is set to be more intimate than the huge music festivals of Glastonbury, Reading and Leeds, with a total of 10,000 tickets available.It is also set to be more family-orientated, offering a large childrens' area, and events such as a sports day on the jousting strip, story telling, an insect circus, and an all singing kids' summer party.
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| | New Zealand 100 new camping sites to make up for lost ground | | 2007-11-01 12:31:00 | | Brendon Ward, chief executive of the New Zealand Recreation Association, said the increase in camping opportunities was another positive step in promoting the outdoors, following a recent announcement to allow trampers aged under 18 free accommodation in huts on New Zealand's major walking tracks."It's something we should value as New Zealanders, not only the access, but the quality of camps we have got around the country."
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| | Glamour camping in Canadian wilderness | | 2007-10-27 15:47:00 | | The setting is the Clayoquot Wilderness Resort's Bedwell River Outpost. It's at the end of a long inlet in Clayoquot Sound, surrounded by snowy peaks, where mist wreathes the tall trees that blanket the slopes.The only way in is by boat from the fishing village of Tofino or float plane from Vancouver.We arrive in the evening and the first thing we notice are the huge white, safari- style tents on raised platforms over the river, which are lit by flaming torches. We're met at the jetty by Stetson-wearing owner/manager John Caton, puppy in one arm, grandson in the other. Now catch your breath and look around.
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| | Modern Camping | | 2007-10-12 16:15:00 | | You will find that when it comes to camping, you don't just want to sleep in an tent, but you will want to get a commercial RV and use the commercial campgrounds as an alternative camping experience. You will want to make sure that you think about the alternative camping ways to the sleeping tent. You will want to make sure that you think about some of the basic tips to camping. You will want to think about camping in a way for the traditional camping and the modern camping ways. You will find that there are many elements like the wind and the rain that could ruin a traditional camping vacation; however, it will not ruin an RV camping trip. You can go camping no matter what the weather is like.
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| | Camping fees might take hike | | 2007-10-07 04:10:00 | | PIERRE - A basic increase of $2 in most daily camping fees at South Dakota state parks is being recommended by the state Game, Fish and Parks Commission. The commission accepted the recommendation of the department staff at a meeting Thursday in Pierre. The fees are scheduled for a public hearing Nov. 1 and 2 in Gettysburg and could be finalized by the commission after the hearing. "The increases we're proposing are basically inflationary increases," said Doug Hofer, director of the department's Division of Parks and Recreation.
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| | Namibia camping and tour, $1,445 | | 2007-10-04 06:08:00 | | Trip details: Much of Namibia remains unspoiled, and the country is known for its wide horizons, contrasting landscapes, and the lowest population density in Africa. (Namibia gained a major burst of fame when Brangelina chose to camp out there for the birth of their child, Shiloh.) Premier Tours' Camping Safari package is made for no-frills adventure seekers. The group sets out from the capital of Windhoek and travels south, stopping in the town of Rehoboth in central Namibia, before reaching the Namib Desert. A four-by-four desert vehicle will be the sole means of transportation throughout the journey. You'll take day and night walks as well as game drives to explore the surrounding flora and fauna. The Drifters Desert Camp next to the protected Namib Rand Nature Reserve is your base for two nights.
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| | Minnesota state parks - Fall Camping | | 2007-09-30 08:01:00 | | "The fall color season brings visitors out for events and programs or to hike, camp and enjoy the scenic beauty of our state parks," said Courtland Nelson, director of the DNR Division of Parks and Recreation. Nelson said that of the 67 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas that offer camping, all but four have camping this fall. The four parks are: Old Mill in northwestern Minnesota, Monson Lake in west central Minnesota, Kilen Woods and Lake Louise in southern Minnesota. Red River State Recreation Area in East Grand Forks will keep their campground open through Sept. 30 when it will close for the season.
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| | Southern California Beach Camping | | 2007-09-27 22:55:00 | | Southern California has some great places to camp right on the beach. No need for an expensive hotel room just pull up the RV or set up the tent. During the summer reservations are a must but off season it's possible to drive into the camp ground and get hooked up with a prime beachfront site. San Elijo State Beach is a prime example of Southern California beach front camping. This Northern San Diego county park has camping sites overlooking the Pacific Ocean offering some of the best views anywhere for just a few dollars a night. Next time your in the mood for some beach fun try camping along the Southern California coast. More about Beach Camping | | By: California Destination Guide | | |
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