Our Camping Habits

The most enjoyable part of this trip to the Western States of America was the time we spent camping in our rented 4wd in their State Parks and Reserves. This is the way to go if you want to really meet the people. And there is some wonderful Americans out there camping in their National Parks. Much more enjoyable than sitting alone in a motel room watching TV.

This is where America has it over the UK. Never in the UK would you be allowed to put a blowup bed in a 4WD and sleep the night. UK insists that all "motor campers" must be a "campervan with curtains"

A typical camp set-up

We lacked for nothing, all campsites have individual picnic tables and fireplaces, and all have toilets with most also having hot showers.

Of course, we go nowhere without our Trangia. Best cooking implement in the world. Poo could turn out a great meal with no trouble at all. (Don't you love the Bowie Knife.)

And you never knew each night who your camp visitors would be