Welcome to Helping Us With Camping
Gear Camping Equipment Article
. For a permanent link to this article, or to bookmark it for further reading, click here.
What to Know about Camping Gear the UK Offers
from: Helping Us With CampingAs any world traveller knows, there are bound to be differences between what is available in all kinds of products from one country to another. So if you are planning a camping trip to the UK, then you will want to think about what camping gear the UK retailers might have, what they might not have, and what other camping gear the UK campers might use that is more conducive to the weather or camping amenities that you can find at UK campsites.
If you have a favourite dried food, protein supplement, first aid product or other similar item, then you would be wise to pack a sufficient supply of these items with you to the UK, as these are the types of things that might not be sold there. However, camping is an incredibly popular pastime in the UK, so might enjoy trying some new camping gear – the UK has similar substitutes in order to add a bit of the local camping experience to your trip.
If you have other camping gear items that you would like to bring to the UK, then there are a couple of things to consider. First, the power outlets that you are accustomed to in the US, and the plugs that any appliances or charger are fitted with here will not work in the power outlets that you’ll find in the UK. In order to use your personal electronic camping gear the UK way, you’ll need to have a converter and adaptor for the plugs. These are relatively inexpensive and can be used for personal appliances as well.
If you do decide to buy camping gear the UK retailers are great, or even if you are just planning to camp in the UK, then you will certainly run into some UK camping terms that are different from the ones we use in the US. For example, recreational vehicles and trailers are called caravans in the UK, and caravanning is what camping in an RV is called. You’ll want to look for caravan parks if you’d like to find a campsite that has the hook-ups you’ll need. If your battery goes out in your flashlight or headlamp, then you’ll need to visit a local shop to replace it. But instead of a new flashlight, you’ll want to ask for a torch.
Remember that in much of the UK, the weather is much wetter than what you might be used to. Even in summer, the ground can remain wet and muddy. So be certain that you have high boots and lots of socks as well as sufficiently water proof camping gear. Plus, many camping gear UK shops will offer gaiters. These are canvas like protectors that you strap over your boot and up to your knee. They help to keep the moisture from getting down inside your boots and could make the difference between a comfortable and a miserable hiking experience.
Gear Camping Equipment News
Camping time just got easier in Pa.
Family of four can go for the weekend for $20. Memorial Day Weekend is not only the traditional start of "summer," but the traditional start of camping season for outdoors enthusiasts.
Read more...Mountain Equipment Recyclers teams with nonprofit for gear drive
Local retailer Mountain Equipment Recyclers is teaming with the Mile High Youth Corps for a summer gear drive for the nonprofit’s’ camping trips. Mile High Youth Corps employs young adults, ages 18 to 24, to perform environmental conservation work throughout the Southern Front Range and while they work, they camp for five to 10 days [...]
Read more...Whittaker Mountaineering Launches New Rental Gear Website
GoPro HD Hero2, Spot Satellite GPS Messenger and camping gear are available to rent through Whittaker Mountaineering for the first time.Ashford, Washington (PRWEB) May 08, 2012 Mountaineers climbing Mt. Rainier this summer or peaks anywhere in the world can now rent gear online from the new and redesigned Whittaker Mountaineering rentals website, unveiled today at http://www.rental ...
Read more...This Warm-Water Shower System Will Make Camping Considerably More Comfortable [Camping]
# camping Nemo Equipment's Helio Pressure Shower just might be the gear that finally gets me to go camping. This small, freestanding pressure-pump shower derives its heat from the sun and travels light at just about 2lbs all packed up. More »
Read more...Eco-Friendly Camping Tips for Summer
Did you know that there are several ways to make summer camping trips a bit more eco-friendly? Here's a quick rundown on five of them:
Read more...