{"id":4445,"date":"2017-04-28T10:15:10","date_gmt":"2017-04-28T14:15:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/?p=4445"},"modified":"2017-08-05T01:11:05","modified_gmt":"2017-08-05T05:11:05","slug":"beginning-camper-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/girl-scout\/beginning-camper-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Beginning Camper Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-4475\" src=\"https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/hero-camping-1-206x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"206\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/hero-camping-1-206x300.jpg 206w, https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/hero-camping-1-300x438.jpg 300w, https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/hero-camping-1.jpg 514w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 206px) 100vw, 206px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As a scout leader, you want to teach girls that they can be independent, self-reliant and strong. There are few better ways to do that than by taking them on a camping trip! Whether your girls are\u00a0learning\u00a0how to start a fire or even just pack a sleeping bag by herself, she is also probably learning how capable she is. That&#8217;s why we&#8217;re sharing this <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.personalcreations.com\/blog\/camping-tips-for-beginners\">camping guide from Personal Creations<\/a><\/strong>. It explains the basics of camping like how to pitch a tent and build a fire. You can also learn how to fish\u00a0which might be\u00a0a new skill for you and your girls. The animated graphics make this guide\u00a0feel approachable for leaders and Scouts of all ages. These beginning camper tips also include\u00a0some important reminders for experienced campers.<\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0page also includes\u00a0a packing guide that lets girls know exactly what they need to bring on a trip&#8211;and what they don&#8217;t! All that&#8217;s left to do now is gather your girls, read through the guide together, and head out into the great outdoors! What tips do you have for taking your girls camping? Feel free to share your ideas on the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/gsleader411\/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel\">Facebook\u00a0page for MakingFriends\u00ae .com<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Setting Up Camp<\/h3>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re an expert camper or a beginner, chances are you\u2019ve struggled with tent poles before. Fortunately, your lack of tent assembly skills doesn\u2019t have to be a dead giveaway that you\u2019re a camping newbie. Simply check out the guide below to learn how to pitch a tent the right way.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4466\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4466\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.personalcreations.com\/blog\/camping-tips-for-beginners\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4466 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/pc_camping_tent_v2.gif\" alt=\"Beginning Camper Tips\" width=\"800\" height=\"360\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4466\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Courtesy of Personalized Creations<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><em><strong>Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\n\u2022Do: select flat ground void of rocks and other debris.<br \/>\n\u2022Don\u2019t: set up your tent less than 100 feet away from any rivers or streams.<br \/>\n\u2022Do: have the people you\u2019re with act as weights on the tent if you\u2019re pitching in windy conditions.<br \/>\n\u2022Don\u2019t: ignore the surface of the ground. If it\u2019s soft, extra weight on the tent stakes may be necessary.<br \/>\n\u2022Do: set up your tent so that the doors\/vents are along the prevailing wind direction. This will help with ventilation.<\/p>\n<h3>Campfire<\/h3>\n<p>Few things compare to nestling up next to a campfire in the wilderness armed with graham crackers and chocolate. However, it\u2019s important to maintain safety when building one and putting it out. Here\u2019s how to put together a toasty campfire, along with some helpful safety tips.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4467\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4467\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.personalcreations.com\/blog\/camping-tips-for-beginners\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4467 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/pc_camping_fire.gif\" alt=\"Beginning Camper Tips\" width=\"800\" height=\"360\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4467\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Courtesy of Personalized Creations<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><em><strong>Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\n\u2022Don\u2019t: build a fire without checking to see if a permit is required to do so.<br \/>\n\u2022Do: use an existing fire ring, rather than creating a new one. Add rocks around it if necessary.<br \/>\n\u2022Don\u2019t: select ground near overhanging branches, dry grass and any other litter.<br \/>\n\u2022Do: put the fire out, drown it with water, then mix the ashes and embers with soil. Scrape any hot embers off sticks.<br \/>\n\u2022Don\u2019t: leave the campsite if the ground where the fire was is still hot to the touch. Continue drowning with water until the ground is cool.<\/p>\n<h3>How to Fish<\/h3>\n<p>Hey, you\u2019re not just going to be lying around all day on a camping trip right? You likely have activities planned, and there\u2019s a decent chance fishing is one of them. Wether a full stomach come dinnertime is dependent on a good catch or you\u2019re just fishing for fun, these are the tips you need to know.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4468\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4468\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.personalcreations.com\/blog\/camping-tips-for-beginners\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4468 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/fishing3.gif\" alt=\"Beginning Camper Tips\" width=\"800\" height=\"360\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4468\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Courtesy of Personalized Creations<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Casting can be the most tricky part of fishing. That release button trips a lot of beginners up, especially if you are fishing off the banks of a river or lake and need a good long cast. The most important thing to know is that it\u2019s all about timing. To get it right, let go of the release button just as you bring the rod in front of you. Here are some other helpful fishing tips:<br \/>\n\u2022Always check to be sure your casting space is clear.<br \/>\n\u2022If you\u2019re planning to catch and release, consider using barbless hooks.<br \/>\n\u2022When reeling in a fish, take your time. Lift the rod in an effort to point it 90 degrees skyward. Slack in the line is normal.<br \/>\n\u2022Fish oftentimes feed in areas of high vegetation. Paddle your boat or wade over to these types of areas.<br \/>\n\u2022If using a net to assist in catching fish, be sure that it enters head first.<\/p>\n<h3>List of Necessary Items:<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4447\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4447\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.personalcreations.com\/blog\/camping-tips-for-beginners\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4447 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/PC-Camping-Illustrations.png\" alt=\"Beginning Camper Tips\" width=\"800\" height=\"1310\" srcset=\"https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/PC-Camping-Illustrations.png 800w, https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/PC-Camping-Illustrations-183x300.png 183w, https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/PC-Camping-Illustrations-768x1258.png 768w, https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/PC-Camping-Illustrations-625x1024.png 625w, https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/PC-Camping-Illustrations-300x491.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4447\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Courtesy of Personalized Creations<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Now that you have some basic camping knowledge, you can get out in the wilderness. Always be prepared, bring plenty of dry socks and leave only your footprints. And don\u2019t forget your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.personalcreations.com\/outdoor-gifts-men-phimout?\">personalized outdoor gear<\/a><\/strong>. Happy camping!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/product-category\/girl-scout-embroidered-fun-patches\/outdoor\/camping-overnighter\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4446 size-thumbnail alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/camping-prepared-250x250-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Beginning Camper Tips\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/camping-prepared-250x250-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/girl-scout-leader\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/camping-prepared-250x250.jpg 250w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Check <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/\">MakingFriends\u00ae .com<\/a><\/strong> for <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/makingfriends.com\/product-category\/girl-scout-embroidered-fun-patches\/outdoor\/camping-overnighter\/\">camping fun\u00a0patches<\/a><\/strong> to remember all they learned and the fun they had on their camping trip.<\/p>\n<div class='dropshadowboxes-container dropshadowboxes-center ' style='width:100%;'>\r\n                            <div class='dropshadowboxes-drop-shadow dropshadowboxes-rounded-corners dropshadowboxes-inside-and-outside-shadow dropshadowboxes-lifted-both dropshadowboxes-effect-default' style='width:850px; border: 1px solid #dddddd; height:; background-color:#ffffff;    '>\r\n                             \u00a0Thank you to Sherry at\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.personalcreations.com\/\">www.PersonalCreations.com<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0 for sharing their tips for beginning campers. 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