Protect Yourself!

Be Prepared with these 10 Indispensible Camping Safety Items
Courtesy of Good Sam RV Emergency Road Service from the Good Sam Club

Camping is a wonderful activity that connects us with nature as well as our beloved friends and family. For many of us, life's most treasured memories occurred while out on a camping excursion. However, there are key camping safety tips everyone should keep in mind to help keep unexpected accidents at bay.

Your Camping Safety Checklist:
1.First Aid Kit
2.Dry Matches
3.Battery radio, with new batteries.
4.GPS or charged cell phone
5.Map of the camping area
6.Emergency gear (i.e. flashlight, knife, small hatchet, blankets, water, non-perishable food)
7.Soap, towels, pots and/or pans, plates,
cups, and utensils.
8.A good survival manual
9.Rain protection (i.e. tarp or ponchos)
10.Extra clothing stored in a high, dry place

Being organized and using a checklist when packing for the excursion to be sure you have everything necessary is especially helpful. And should you bring along someone who is new to camping, be sure to discuss general camping rules prior to the outing, stressing camping safety.

Upon arrival at the campsite, have everyone help set up the camp. Then take a short tour around the area. Point out important things such as where the bathroom and showers are, where the ranger station is, and make sure everyone knows the number of your campsite or its location in the campground.

And should you ever need more assistance, RV Emergency Road Service from the Good Sam Club protects you when you either forget or are unable to protect yourself.

Here's to a safe and fun camping year!
Jerry