Here a few simple rules that will help you.
- Stay out of low-lying green grassy areas, these will collect water if it rains and the ground may be damp..
- Camp uphill from streams or rivers. This will protect you from flash floods and sudden rises in water levels created by releases from dams.
- Look for protection from wind and storms. A rock overhang is a good example.
- Check the site for poisonous plants, dangers of falling rocks, overhanging branches and animals.
- Stay back from standing water to avoid insects pests like mosquitoes.
- Look for a flat place for your bed and campfire.
- Is there a good source of firewood?
- Check for food sources, edible plants, animals and fish.
- Check for the availability of good water.
- In the winter it will be colder in the bottom of ravines and valleys or near low lying rivers. Camping 20 – 30 feet high can make the difference of several degrees.
- In times of trouble if you are hiding from someone you may have to break these rules, but use them when you can to have a safe pleasant camping trip.
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