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Black Folks Camp Too Changes Industry Narrative, Adds Push for Diversity and Inclusion
I first learned to camp as a Girl Scout at Patapsco State Park, just outside my hometown of Baltimore, Md. I enjoyed learning to pitch a tent, hiking, birdwatching and sitting around the campfire roasting marshmallows for s’mores. But I hated having to dig a latrine in the dirt…
A New Startup Wants to Teach the Outdoor Industry That ‘Black Folks Camp Too’
After a cross-country road trip, Earl Hunter Jr. made it his business to break down racial lines in the outdoors…
Black Folks Camp Too Brings New Prospects to Dealers
People who have met Earl B. Hunter Jr. would call him a “hundred percenter.” He is all-in on whatever task or business he sets his mind to. Hunter cut his teeth in the RV industry…
The Health Benefits of Venturing Outdoors
It’s June 2020 and by now we have all seen the reports that Black Folks and black communities are being ravaged by COVID-19. Not all organizations or states are breaking COVID-19 contraction…
Black Folks Camp Too Changes Industry Narrative, Adds Push for Diversity and Inclusion
I first learned to camp as a Girl Scout at Patapsco State Park, just outside my hometown of Baltimore, Md. I enjoyed learning to pitch a tent, hiking, birdwatching and sitting around the campfire roasting marshmallows for s’mores. But I hated having to dig a latrine in the dirt…
A New Startup Wants to Teach the Outdoor Industry That ‘Black Folks Camp Too’
After a cross-country road trip, Earl Hunter Jr. made it his business to break down racial lines in the outdoors…
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While camping is an enjoyable activity, there are many tips to ensure your safety during a fun-filled weekend or adventurous week-long trip. Learn how to make the most of your next camping trip by keeping everyone safe and comfortable.
Choose the Right Site
Consider you and your group's age, physical limitations and medical needs.
Use Insect Protection
Use products that don't dissolve easily in water and check for ticks daily.
Stay Hydrated
Drink water regularly throughout the day, even if you don’t think you’re thirsty.
Have Fun & Remain Alert
Camping in a fun experience, but keep your wits about you, and remember, be safe.
RECOMMENDED CAMP SITES
SUMMER MAY BE OVER, but head to the American South and you’ll find great places to camp deep into the fall months. From Florida to South Carolina, campgrounds have fewer crowds and plenty of space to set up a camp chair, light a campfire, and enjoy the fall season at a different pace than in the summer months.
