What are the best places in Door County?

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Mustang324

Me and my wife are planning to drive up to Door County for a day or two, and I was wondering if you fine folk know of any places we should make sure to see. We like site seeing and good shopping of course with the misses :-) I don't mind going off the beaten path if there's something good. Thanks for your help!

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- Make your way to Rock Island. It's hard to get to, and there's only camping, I think, but it's definitely a unique Wisconsin experience.

http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/parks/specific/rockisland/

- Newport State Park is very pleasant, and easy to get to, yet out of the way. Good if you fancy a long walk along Lake Michigan without many people around. Accomodations nearby, though on the expensive side.

- Peninsula State Park is very popular and has it all. It's near the Fish Creek/Gibraltor area, so you can combine good accommodations, sightseeing and shopping if you just focus on this one area.

http://maps.google.ca/maps?hl=en&tab=wl&q=peninsula%20state%20park

- Sturgeon Bay is the hub of Door County, a nice town with a lot of nice B and Bs. It's the best place in Door County for shopping, and near Potawatomi State Park, which is a pleasant get-away.

http://www.sturgeonbay.net/

Hope this helps. By the way, I haven't been back there in quite a few years, so my info may be a little outdated.

Are there any outfitters or places in WI that you can hunt while canoeing or ATVing ? Maybe even camping?

fire415248

I have never hunted before and am looking to try it out for the first time, But I really am not interested in sitting in a tree stand. I am looking for something with a little more adventure, maybe a mixture of camping, canoeing or ATVing for hogs or something like that.

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If I recall correctly, there is a lot of public land that can be hunted in Wisconsin. I have only paid attention to deer season although I am sure there are other game animals like grouse or ducks and geese.

Deer season I believe is 10 days long in Wisc. and it wont be weather where you will likely be canoeing, or tent camping.

There may be hogs in Wisc. but I have never heard of anyone hunting them there. Bear, Elk and even Moose are more likely fare than hog. If you check for Wisconsin Hunting Outfitters, there will probably be a lot of sites directing you to the right information.

Keep in mind. Wisconsin uses rifles and there are a lot of shooters out there. Usually they get a number of hunters killed a year because of the range of rifles etc. Not to mention people shooting people over who has what deer stand.

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Any suggestions for a campsite near Vail, Colorado for next summer?

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Darcy

We will be camping as a family (we have three sons ages 10, 12, 15). I'd like to avoid RV's - a tent campsite is preferable. We are hoping to find a quiet spot with access to showers. There seem to be lots of choices but it's hard to tell the difference online. Any recommendations would be very helpful and appreciated!

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Eagles Nest Wilderness Area northeast of Vail or Holy Cross Wilderness Area southwest of Vail, either is a spectacular choice for peak wildflower season of July. You will not have showers in National Forest Campgrounds or dispersed camping. However, you can obtain showers and a swimming pool in Silverthorne Recreation Center or boil water in camp to get clean.

Campground in Illinois for a young group?

Peter

Me and a few of my friends (were 18) are looking for a campground where we can stay for a night with a tent around northern IL or south WI as we are coming from chicago. Looking for a place good for a young group like us, not a family place where we have to be quiet after 9 PM. If you know a good place let me know, thanks.

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Based on my knowledge, the Lake Louise Camping Resort in Byron is great. Well, they get natural sand beaches and many other great facilities.
Info: 8840 Route 2, Bryon, IL 61010, (815) 234-8483

Other recommendation include:
**Emerald Trails Campground in Crete
3132 East Goodenow Road, Crete, IL 60417, (800) 870-8357
Itâs next to Lake Jewel and get nature trails, stores, pavilion, playground and swimming pond etc.

**Hide-A-Way Lakes in Yorkville
8045 Van Emmon Road, Yorkville, IL 60560, (630) 553-6323
It can be found close to Fox River. This campground features a number of nature trails for great hiking experience, horseshoe tournaments, game room and playground. It might be what you want.

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Where can I go camping for free or a minimal amount in or around the Houston and Conroe areas?

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Nikki

Fishing spots are a plus but not a must-have. Also, I would like a fair amount of privacy as I am trying to make this a romantic gesture. I am on the South Houston side and they are in Conroe, so I suppose a 20-30 mile radius is considerable.

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This place is great. You will love it. http://www.forestcamping.com/dow/southern/samhcmp.htm

Where can you go tent camping within 100 miles of houston and be able to bring your ATV?

Katy Mom

Kid friendly, atv friendly, tent camping, 100 miles from Houston.

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In the Sam Houston national forest, there I this camp area call "Kelly's Pond" that is adjacent to the off road trail system. As far as kid friendly, not sure what that means. There are no play grounds or swimming there. There is a permanent out house building, but no running water or showers.

There is also a place in the Angelina national forest that has of rod trails, but its been so many years since I've been there, I can't remember what amenities they have.

Kelly's Pond is about 12 east of 45 near New Waverly. See the SHNF web page for a map and more information.

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Where can I get fingerprinted cheap or free?

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TKE025

I need to be fingerprinted to work in a summer camp. The place I called told me that anywhere would cost about $50, which I can't afford. I live in NE Ohio. Does anyone have suggestions?

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Try contacting your local police department/sheriff's office. They frequently hold events for parents to fingerprint their children, and they also do it if a person needs to submit fingerprints for a professional (i.e., law) license. Chances are they would charge a nominal (less than $10) fee, if any.

are there any places to canoe in ohio where alchohol is permitted?

Jenn

im in the dayton area and i was wondering if there were any places to rent canoes that permit you to drink.....i knew there used to be but it seems like everyone i go to its prohibited!

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If you go to the Mohican river up in North Eastern Ohio i know you can. I remember when my family use to go canoeing up there there were always people in rafts and canoes that were drinking and having good times.

i don't know if it is really permitted but is is always going on and it is not patrolled. there are camp grounds all along the river so people just leave their campers and get in the canoes

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Does anyone know a place I can camp out in my car near Toronto?

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Jim

I might go to Toronto for a day, but I don't want to drive 5hrs back at night and don't want/need a hotel room, I can easily sleep in my car. I was wondering if someone knew of a place, maybe a park or camp site or something similar, where I could park and safely sleep in my car

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There's Glen Rouge campground just east of Toronto, or you can check with the Ontario Parks site. They have a few places not far from Toronto. But check the operating dates carefully. Many are closed by now. Failing any of those, google "Toronto truck stops". Truck stops aren't bad places to catch a few winks if you can find a relatively quiet corner. There are usually trucks coming and going all night, but there are washrooms and a place to get food at all of them.

How can I get on a canadian TV show like Life with Derek ?

Roro

Ok, so I live 3 hours away from Toronto, Over there they film stuff like Life with Derek, and filmed Camp Rock, I am a very good actor [took one year of acting school], and a great singer, how can I get on a canadian show, like Life with Derek ? I am a 14 year old boy...Thank You

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you should start with classes at school then do plays at shcool build up your resume get experience! then get an agent and if you want to be succesful it will take years of hard work slowly climbing the ladder of success but if you get a chance to do somethign big go for it!
for agents and all the info you need go to actinginfo.blogspot.com and talentagents.blogspot.com for the agent one click table of contents then click city nearest you. read everything on the site
answers wont pop up infront of you so look around and click on the words in blue but not the ones that are double underlined!

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Where can I camp in Ontario with a tent trailer and water and hydro for under 30$ that's near a beach?

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Ann Onimou

I know that's a tall order but we're trying to find a place to camp. We bought a used tent trailer to fix up and now can't find a place that's under 40$ a night (per family/site - not per person) to stay.

Anyone know of a place in Ontario that would be under 30$ (family of three - mom, dad and 18 month old) that we could camp for a few days?

Thanks!

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KOA campgrounds are usually inexpensive.
Ontario is a BIG province. In what area of Ontario are you wanting to camp?
I live in Northwestern Ontario. Quetico Provincial Park is nice.

where should I go camping in the summer in ontario?

Margaret B

my family and I, consisting of people ages 16-20 so teens pretty much want to go to a new exciting place that is really cool. we live in brantford so we want a camping place that isnt more than 4 hours away and camping spots that are enclosed. we went to Grundy lake last year.. that was cool. does anyone have any suggestions?

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I just booked Grundy for my boyfriend, myself, and our dog for this summer, it looks beautiful!

Are you looking for Ontario Parks? I've heard great things about Bon Echo:
http://www.ontarioparks.com/english/bone.html

It looks stunning, and there are apparently a lot of great hiking trails, as well as canoeing, swimming, fishing, etc.

The Pinery is always a good time, I'll bet the teens would have a blast. We used to go there all of the time when I was in highschool. Its just outside of Grand Bend, so its convenient to take the drive into town and go for lunch or do some shopping on the main strip. If you are out there on a holiday weekend though, its pretty busy *everywhere*. But the beaches are great, there are some light hiking/walking trails, and the park is very well maintained:
http://www.ontarioparks.com/english/pine.html

Good luck and happy camping!

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What are the best tent camping sites in Florida?

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panthy2000

I'm considering Highlands Hammock and Ocala for tent camping for a group of us for my birthday. Assuming we don't want primitive sites, which site #'s are the best for tent camping (privacy/location) for these parks or others in central or south florida?

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If you REALLY want something nice, you might want to consider Fort DeSoto County Park in southern Pinellas County (Tampa Bay area).

Fort DeSoto's North Beach was named the #1 Beach in the U.S. (Hawaii included) in 2005! It sits on the Gulf, at the mouth of Tampa Bay!

You can go to http://www.fortdesoto.com/servlets/Page/camping for more info and to make reservations.

What to do while camping with my boyfriend?

Nicole

I'm planning a camping trip with my boyfriend in April, in Malibu right by the beach. Were 17 and 18, and I want to have a fun time, but have it be romantic at the same time. Any suggestions on what to do? Also does anyone know any ways to get away with having sex in a tent without waking up the whole camp ground?

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Camping is by reservations only get them now as sites are booking now and may have already booked out.
http://www.reserveamerica.com/

Be very quiet don't forget the condoms

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What exactly do I need to start a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail?

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Scott L

A couple of people and myself are planning one in the next couple of years and were wondering what would the best things to pack for a winter start in Georgia. Plus what would be some things that our families could mail us along the way as the weather begins to get warmer?

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Several months of free time.

Strong legs and good overall health (well, this is not absolutely necessary, but comes in handy...)

Good, comfortable hiking boots - a "must". Also, keep your feet as dry as possible. If your feet are prone to sweating, change your socks more often, and you can reduce sweating by bathing your feet in a borax solution daily for a couple of weeks before the hike and occasionally during it if the sweating comes back. Proper foot care is VITAL on a long hike. Cut your toe nails regularly, and don't let fungal infections get established between your toes. If you stat to get a blister, put a porous bandaid on it as soon as you notice it: don't let blisters grow.

Lightweight tent that is also durable. Best tent bargains are right now - end of season sales!!

Adequate water containers - you should carry at least a couple of liters at all times, and some water purifying tablets in case you get caught in a situation where you have to use them.

A bit of money for use in emergencies - $100 would be just fine.

A good, easily-carried pack: make sure it doesn't cut into your shoulders when fully loaded, and balance it properly for carrying with minimum back problems. Carry your load fairly high on your shoulders: too low is bad for the lower back.

Contact information to carry with you - not just one telephone number, but a couple and email addresses would be a help in some situations.

Rope - to help secure your tent in storms, for use as clothes-lines, etc. Recommend hemp rope, not nylon or polyester. Rope comes in handy in a variety of situations: don't be caught without it!!

Strong but thin twine.

"Emergency kit" - first aid stuff like bandaids, antibiotic ointment, aspirins, triangular bandage etc., and matches in a waterproof container, a few fish hooks and lures..... the ingredients of a good first aid and general survival kit can be found on many websites.

A good general knowledge of edible and medicinal (and poisonous!) plants wouldn't hurt... can come in handy in many situations. For example if you know that jewelweed/"touch me not" is a great antidote for poison ivy, that could save you a lot of itching!! If you know that the common plantain weed is very effective to calm down wasp and bee stings, this could also be very useful, etc.

A "tin can stove": something you can light a little contained fire in when the woods are dry, will come in useful in a variety of situations.

Maps: the trail is well marked, but if you ever get off it somehow, or like to know precisely where you are, a map is really useful!!

Couple of changes of clothing: staying dry is necessary for good sleep and good health.

Rain clothing is a "must"!! It can be very light weight but make sure it is strong and durable.

A few camp cooking things and dishes.

Food to last a few days should be carried: dried food is best. Cans are heavy.

Sun screen, and if you are sensitive, bug repellent (but if you completely ignore bug bites, they go away very quickly).

Be sure to check your body for ticks at the end of each day - if discovered on the same day, hardly ever transmit parasites.

Wear a hat - and a good walking stick will come in handy in a variety of situations.

Cheap camping equipment, where can I find some?

LC

I'd like to take my family of six camping this summer but we have no equipment whatsoever, does anyone know where I could find some reasonably priced, even used camping equipment online or in the detroit metro area?

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I have to agree with all the "yard sale" suggestions, you can get some great buys at them.

If you do decide to purchase a used tent, insist that it be set up before paying for it! Be certain that all of the poles, stakes,and rain fly are there. Check it over very carefully for rips, tears and any defective zippers.

If you go with a new tent, please stay away from "store brands" it at all possible. Most are not bad for the occasional camper but, if you plan on camping quite often, buy a well know brand even if you have to buy a discontinued model. (Older models mean markdowns which mean bargin for the shopper!)

I would never consider buying a used sleeping bag! Store brand sleeping bags start around the $15 mark and are adequate for summer camping on a budget.

Used propane stoves can be found at yard sales, at times. Have the owner show you how it works and that it does indeed work properly. To save a few $$, you could consider cooking over a campfire or hot coals. It is a romantic and rustic notion but it is dirty, time consuming and frustrating at times. Better to stick with a stove for your first camping trip with the family so that all goes smoothly and they will want to do it again!

Coolers can also be located at yard sales, just check to be certain the drain plug is not missing or broken, along with handles and hinges.

Cookware can be simply your older pots and pans from how. Same goes with flashlights for night time trips to the bathhouse.

If you are not positive your family will enjoy camping, have you considered renting some of the gear instead of purchasing? There are two REI stores in the Detroit area that rent tents, stoves, sleeping bags and pads. No idea of the cost but may be something you would want to consider and check into.

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Now there are 2 ppl die of H1N1 and more campus and camps close it become more widespread what can i do to?

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Datuk Seri

i scare i will kena what can i do to prevent this H1N1 should i go for vaccine?

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There is no vaccine for this flu. Infact even for those who were admitted to hospital they were just given ordinary anti-biotic.
Don't have to worry , just take precautions. Avoid going to crowded places and hospitals whenever not necessary, avoid having bodily contact with people or public things, wash your hands regularly and basically take good care of your personal hygiene. If you feel comfortable to wear a mask then by all means, wear it. However i think the situation in Malaysia is that acute to warrant a full scale mask wearing.

where can i buy diet pills in malaysia?

Stephanie

can anyone give me any stores where i can buy the diet pills or any website? thank you.

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Amazon is a great place to shop and they have LOTS of diet pills. Some of the more popular ones are hoodia, which is an appetite suppressant, or green tea extract, which increases metabolism. It's up to you. Most will ship internationally, just make sure you check the shipping policies of the particular pills. Here's a link to them: http://www.amazon.com/mn/search/?_encoding=UTF8&x=0&tag=thmiofsp-20&linkCode=ur2&y=0&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=diet%20pills&url=search-alias%3Daps

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Is is legal to camp on the Bald Mountain trail in Old Forge, New York?

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Witch Doct

I frequently hike several of the Adirondack trails, but I am not sure if it is legal to camp on the hiking sites that aren't a part of listed camping sites.

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never been out there but in the green's and whites the next states over they don't let you camp above 3500 feet i beleave and it is probably the same for you there. also if there are shelters stay in those if possable, or atleast really close to them. if camping off the trail go about 400 feet in to people can't see you. look at LNT princapals

Where is there real wilderness camping outside of New York City?

Sophie P

We'll be renting a car so it doesn't have to be accessible to public transportation. We're looking for a real wilderness type of camping experience, rather than putting up a tent on a large lawn or within view of other campers. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

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The closest place for REAL wilderness camping would be six or seven hours away (depending on the specific location chosen) in the Adirondack Park. It's over six million acres and includes a 2.3 million acre forest preserve which the NY State Constitution mandates must be "forever wild." That preserve is the only public land in New York in which you can camp anywhere you want to (except, during the summer, anywhere over 6,000 feet elevation, because of fire risk) without having to be in an actual campground -- though there is that option, there are dozens of campgrounds that vary greatly in the level of amenities that are available and how crowded the sites are.

Wikipedia has a pretty good writeup about the park:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adirondack_Mountains

One campground that is worth considering, and is one of my favorites, is called Indian Lake Islands. The appeal, if you can get one reserved, is that there are campsites on islands that can be reached only by boat. Some islands have as few as one or two sites, so privacy is better than most organized campgrounds. The whole area is heavily forested, so even if there are other sites around it's not like that "large lawn" feeling. Info on the facility is here:
http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/24471.html

I also like Eighth Lake (apparently at some point they ran out of names for the many lakes, and just started using numbers!):
http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/24465.html

There are some reasonably similar campgrounds in the Catskills, but generally it's more crowded there and you don't have the freedom to just pitch a tent (or use an available public lean-to at no charge) like you would in the Adirondacks. The upside there is it's less than three hours away from NYC.

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What is the little plastic piece on an adjustable drawcord called?

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Zeke1r

I am trying to find a place to buy a spare one because the one on my jacket waistband broke but I have no idea what that specific piece is called.

Here is a link of a picture of the piece I am referring to:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/zanshinart/5964967773/

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If you mean the piece that you squeeze to adjust and lock the length of the cord it is called a "cord-lock". You can buy them at any fabric and sewing supply store or at camping gear shops.

It is not a "toggle". A toggle is just a barrel shaped button that has no cord lock spring or other cam inside to lock the cord,

where is a good place to buy camera gear in oregon usa?

Billybob

i need to buy some new lens for my nikon d90 ie macro micro lens. Where in oregon coast can i buy quality and good price camera dslr gear?

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Try this site have a lens for nikon d90:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fs%3Fie%3DUTF8%26redirect%3Dtrue%26ref%255F%3Dsr%255Fnr%255Fn%255F0%26keywords%3Dlens%2520nikon%2520d90%26bbn%3D493964%26qid%3D1248843180%26rnid%3D493964%26rh%3Dn%253A172282%252Cn%253A%2521493964%252Ck%253Alens%2520nikon%2520d90%252Cn%253A502394&tag=gobsweb-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957

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Where to camp on the North Gulf of Texas?

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wonderdrag

We're looking for a quiet, off the beaten path place to camp next week. We've never seen the Gulf before and are interested in a campground near the water (beach?). We only have one truck and a tent so a big RV park is unnecessary. Any suggestions? We'll be coming down from the Austin area and are looking to travel no more then 3 hours if possible.
Thanks! All suggestions will be considered!

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Not North Gulf but Corpus Christi is like 3 hours from Austin. They have RV Parks on Padre Island. Its on the beach really pretty. There is alot of stuff to do in Corpus though. There is the Texas State Aquarium, The Lexington, and a Couple of Museums, plus its on the water. Just don't search South Padre Island, that's way too far south than you probably want to go. Also try Mustang Island. Here are a few websites that might help.

www.lagunashorevillage.com/

www.cctexas.com

www.tpwd.state.tx.us

What are some cool places to visit in Texas?

Intellectu

My cousin and I are planning to go on a road trip during the winter break. We will probably start off in Southeast Texas near Houston. Our plan is to go to San Antonio, Austin and maybe some other places. We'd like to go camping and/or hiking in some scenic areas. And I'd like to have good food. What are some good destinations in Texas we could visit in one week?
We are both under 21; So please don't suggest bars or clubs.

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look for an all ages club in Austin, see some live music
see the Alamo in San Antonio
Johnson Space Center in Houston
beaches along the Gulf Coast, especially South Padre Island
Big Bend NP
Guadalupe NP

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Camp sites in new england that allow under 18 kids?

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Ellen Gayn

Going camping may 18 and I live in ct, but I wanna find a campground that allows under 18 people to camp there without adult supervision. So stupid answers please!

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I'm an avid camper in Mass, NH, Maine and Vermont and I do not know of any campgrounds that will allow anybody under the age of 18 to camp alone and I think it should be that way.

Where is the best camp site in Western Massachusetts/Southern Vermont/ Southern or Eastern New York area?

Carconfuse

I am looking to go camping for the first time, the only requirments I want are a good place to pitch a tent and a lake/river/any type of body of water.

What is the best camp grounds?

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Try Lake St. Catherine State Park in Poultney, Vermont. It's about 50 miles up the west side of the state. The sites are big and level. The showers and bathrooms are clean. And the Lake is a short walk from all of the sites.
http://www.vtstateparks.com/htm/catherine.cfm
The lake is large. The swimming area is nice.

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looking for tent camping place for college guys to go for spring break in Texas?

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John

Some friends and I (maybe around 14 people) are planning on going camping in Texas for Spring Break. We're trying to find a place that has alot college people and lots of stuff for us to do like river tube trips and what not.

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The beach in corpus Christi and south padre island allow for tent camping at no charge

Where is a good place to camp in Southern Texas?

Peaches

My friends and I need to find a good place to camp in tents this next weekend. We go to Texas Tech and would like to stay in Texas. We don't mind traveling but we need a cheap place that is preferably warmer and a place were we can drink. Any good suggestions?

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Living in south Texas all my life I can help you. There is a little town in the hill country that you can camp by the river,rent a cabin,or pitch a tent beside the river.Bandara,Texas is what you are looking for.Its like stepping back in time to the old west.

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How do I get good at camping in black ops 2?

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sardine

I'm awful. I can't camp for shizzle. Any tips? I use trophies, scavenger, shot gun and shield.

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Use everything to keep you off the radar like a silencer and make sure your not seen by uavs and move from place to place dont stick to one spot have teo camp spots and have a machine pistol while switching from place to place enjoy your marshmellows

Is the new zombie map acention any good for black ops?

John

Are there any good camping places? Is there big spaces to run around? And how hard is it to get to the pack a punch room?

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give it a try in different way..

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What's the price to rent a fire pit/camp site in the Clear Bay area of Lake Thunderbird?

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rebecca

I've recently become interested in camping, and being a city girl in the summer, I want something at the lake. I swim there often and see people camp all the time, but since its a weekend they aren't open to call and get info. I wanted to spend the day tomorrow swimming and end with a campfire and s'mores. We don't even need to post up a tent. I'm just trying to figure out how else to rent on, and prices, and just general info and suggestions since I've never done this before.

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Here is a campground in the area:


Lake Thunderbird SP - Clear Bay
Little River State Park Rd
Norman, Oklahoma 73026

The prices I'm finding online range from $8 to $16 a day.

That said if you are a woman alone don't do overnight camping especially in a tent. I used to travel/camp alone in a small mini van motor home. I don't even do that any more. Times have changed. It isn't safe. I stay in motels now and I pick them carefully OR I travel on a group trip/cruise. If you are with a camping CLUB that's different. You want to be in a group if you are camping as a single. Also, please be careful about how much personal info you put online.

Why do the majority of Bay Area Occupy protests seem to occur in Oakland?

Q. We just had yet another protest here today. I know there also have been a few protests in San Francisco & San Jose, but I would like to know why these protesters usually decide to pick Oakland, out of all cities in the Bay Area, to protest in. I agree with the Occupy movement, but the protests here are costing our city a bunch of money, and it's further trashing our reputation. And not all of the protesters are even from Oakland. Why can't the protests be in different and more up-scale areas like perhaps Livermore and Marin?

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I always got the impression it was because Oakland (the police, the mayor) reacted to violently right from the start rather then trying to work with the protestors so the politicians could say, "hey, we gave you guys a chance and now you won't work with us so you have to go." Oakland authorities treated the protested like criminals right from the start so the protestors are sort of paying them back by continuing to make trouble. And the protestors don't care if the are costing Oakland tax money; they are getting publicity each time the authorities "crack down" on them. So the Oakland authorities are feeding into the whole goal of the protestors. Oakland authorities handled the Occupy protest poorly and now Oakland pays for it. Maybe if the mayor had ordered port-a-potties out to the camp site instead of riot police the protestors might never have galvanized into a cohesive aim, campers might have gotten tired of the filth and dealing with the homeless; the public would have become immune to the campers so they (the campers) would have become invisible which defeats their purpose so they'd have to think of some other way of getting their point across. I'm rather surprised someone hasn't called an Occupy march on Washington. Marin won't uprise because a lot of those bankers and 1% live up there. Livermore? I don't even know where Livermore actually is and I live in the Bay Area.

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Are there any good lakes to go cliff jumping/diving and camping in Texas?

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salty

Hey guys, recently I went camping with my scout troop at Inks Lake near Austin, TX and we got the chance to go cliff diving at the Devil's Waterhole there. It was loads of fun and I was thinking if there were other lakes or places around Texas that would be fun to go cliff diving or jumping at.

Does any know of any good lakes/parks where my scout troop and I can go cliff jumping and also camping there?

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Go to posssum Kingdom lake. there is even a huge scout camp at the lake to called camp constantine. The lake is huge and there are alot of cliffs. Best lake i've ever been to. I highly suggest it

Are there any good lakes to go cliff jumping/diving at in Texas?

salty

Hey guys, recently I went camping with my scout troop at Inks Lake near Austin, TX and we got the chance to go cliff diving at the Devil's Waterhole there. It was loads of fun and I was thinking if there were other lakes or places around Texas that would be fun to go cliff diving or jumping at.

Does any know of any good lakes/parks where my scout troop and I can go cliff jumping and also camping there?

Answer
If you are wanting to stay near Austin, you should go north to Lake Georgetown. They have awesome cliffs up there.
Further north, near Hillsboro, is Lake Whitney. From my experience in Texas, they have the best cliffs to dive from.
Make sure to test the depth of the water before diving though.
Almost all lakes in Texas were created by damming up drainage in a low area. They are typically shallow, full of trees and other debris.

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