Another camping question...what tent?

OpDieBerg

I asked a question about camping in a previous thread and people were very helpful.

I called the UK store www.gooutdoors.co.uk but they don't ship the tent that I want to the US nor can you pay with a US credit card. So I'm screwed.

I've been looking on all the camping websites like rei,com, marmot.com, sierratravelpost (something like that), cabalas, etc. I cannot find a tent on a US website that matches up with the High Gear Mojave 5 or High Gear Atakama 5 tents from that UK store. I'm looking for a tent with no less than two rooms, waterproof at least 3000mm HH, and sleeps 4 plus. Oh and the rainfly must be all the way to the ground if it has one.

Is there any other tent site in the US that has more variety and that has possible matches like thos High Gear tents I mentioned? They are also cheap. The ones I found so far that more or less match those are a lot more expensive than the High Gear ones.

Any ideas? thanks guys.

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Hi, I'm in the UK. Only people who know little about tents or who want a cheap tent for a one-off camping holiday in good weather or for garden use would buy those High Gear tents you're after.
You can get a good one and you can also get a very bad one. Luck of the draw what you get.
http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/tents/p/Hi-Gear-Mojave-5/1005
For decent quality, good waterproofing and a reasonable price look at Coleman. I have three Coleman tents of different sizes, the tiny super-lightweight Raid and the Viper for treks and a family tent for use on camp sites and I never regretted buying any of them.
http://www.amazon.com/Coleman-Instant-Foot-Person-Room/dp/B003QUT9OE

Vango and REI also do good ones at a decent price. Vango's Force Ten tents like the Spindrift are used on Everest and other high peaks.
http://www.forcetentents.com/
Many original style canvas Force Ten ridge tents were also used on Everest... Mine is over 30 years old and still good.
http://www.songofthepaddle.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?14759-Vango-Force-10-Classic-Review
Their family tents are well made and good value.
http://www.surfmountain.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=30543&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Shopping&utm_name=UnitedStates
REI do all sorts of good quality equipment at reasonable prices
http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/articles/family+base+camping+tent.html
Camping allsorts.
http://home.gwi.net/~spectrum/camping.html

Anyone own an Outwell Tent?

Chris

Ive been looking at purchasing an Outwell Tent. My only problem I think I have with them is there isnt no mesh windows for superior ventilation in the summer heat.I know they have ventilation area's but Im not sure it would be enough when it gets hot hear In Southern Ont. Canada. I realize you can open up the panaramic rooms, but then again the bugs... just curious if anyone does have one how well they really do stay cool in our hot summer months. Uk answers welcome too, thanks.

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They are a european tent maker very popular in the UK. Some folks here will pretend to know the product, ie MM,

Never used them myself looking at the different models they have a dome style with very ample windows for ventilation, some are humongous is size so definitely a car camping tent not for back packing at all. Reading the reviews is how you will get real answers from folks that have owned them, check their web site out and find a supplier near you
http://www.outwell.com/

Here in the America's car camping tent makers that are popular are Coleman, Eureka, and Wenzel and a host of other knock off brands found at retail outlets that sell camping goods. These brand names will be in the affordable class. There are also high end tent makers that make some family sized tents and purportedly you do pay for what you get. Not knowing what your specific need is I will stick to recommending the Coleman line of family tents as these are more like the Outwell brands in comparison
http://coleman.com/.

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Good camping places in PA. not to far from NJ?

dccivic200

I use to go camping at Fernridge Campground but they are not there anymore. Loved that place. does anyone know of a place that allows alcohol and is awesome.. i want to know from personal experiences. please do not suggest any if you haven't been to them.

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I live in suburban philadelphia, and we used to go up to Keen Lake. It's in the poconos, very beautiful, has a pool and a lake for kayaking or fishing. Arcade and ice cream store for the kids, as well as numerous playgrounds. Lots of open areas, you can even get little cottages that have electricity and running water if you want to enjoy the area without the camping.

Where is a good place to go camping in central NJ area?

Jack

I have a lot of experience camping, I just want to know a good place that is deep in the woods to get away from everything. Somewhere peaceful. Not some cheesy scout campsite or park.

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That's very difficult to find in NJ, particularly in central NJ.

In western/northern NJ you have 72 miles the Appalachian Trail. Camping is only permitted in the provided shelters (or nearby/within view, if the shelter is full), and only for one night per location.

There are some nice and relatively separated family campsites in Stokes State Forest, also in northern NJ.

In southern NJ, the Pine Barrens offers some nice campsites off the beaten trail. Many of these are sparsely populated in the Fall. There are even two sites, Mullica and Lower Forge, that are hike-in or canoe-in only.

If you want more remote/secluded camping you'll need to travel to upstate NY or western PA.

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What kind of camping tent is good for 8 people? Hot temperatures and sand at camp site, needs to be light.?

sidulrike

We´re planning to travel to our camping ground by airplane, so it can´t be too heavy. We´ll be 5 people so I´m looking for an 8 person tent. Any advise?

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Hi there!

I have a big family and when we do our big leisurely camping trips, we always use our 8-person 2-room camping tent. The best I've found (and the best deal out there in my opinion) is the Columbia Cougar Flats II. It's a 15' x 10' dome tent with two rooms and space for up to eight people - though in my opinion, eight people would be terribly cramped in there. I'd say six max, which sounds perfect for you.

It utilizes the GoBe Dry System to keep all the moisture out in it rains - probably won't be much humidity in the desert, so you're fine there. It has a full seam-taped polyester fly with a waterproof coating as well. The frame is a hybrid steel and fiberglass which I've found to be very durable and long-lasting (this baby's endured the abuse of my family for many many trips now). It is spacious but has lots of storage like pocket pouches, hanging cup holders, lockers and a hanging gear loft.

Make sure you do plenty of research to find the tent that suits you best, but this would definitely be my recommendation. It's worked great for me and my family. If you need any other camping tips or ideas, check out my new camping blog:

http://camping-guru.blogspot.com/

Enjoy your trip and happy camping!

Which tent should i buy ?

Anthony

http://store.quechua.com/tentes-familiales-camping-tentes-t42-xl-air-id_DUP10828_8056162.html
or
http://store.quechua.com/base-second-41-tente-camping-quechua-id_DUP10825_8129413.html

If none please give me a link of a good big tent under 200Euros

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Coleman tents are excellent value. I have three of them and they have all been brilliant.
You can find them in all outdoor or camping shops or buy online.
They do big family tents and backpacker tents and guarantee the waterproofing. I've never had a single problem with them in years of camping in very wet British weather and on the Alps and Andes and all over Europe.
Coleman is an American company with a world-wide presence, and has a large range of outdoor equipment in it's product list. For value for money Coleman is hard to beat.
http://www.coleman.eu/UK/c-410-tents.aspx . . .

Other very good firms to consider are Vango and Lichfield, both in the same group of companies which includes Trangia cooking equipment, and both very well established and highly respected.
Both do family tents and backpacker tents, both are British companies, and both have a very good reputation for quality.
Vango Force Ten tents are favourites on Everest. Vango gets involved with outdoor stuff and is a very good supporter of outdoor events.
My little mountain tent is a Vango and is excellent.
Lichfield isn't as well known but keeps on turning out good tents year after year. It's a solid and reliable company. I have one over thirty years old, bought for a £1. I reproofed it and it does a treat. Lovely tent.
A bit like Rayleigh Roadster bikes really. Not the flashiest around but a good standard bike.
Horace Dall got one across Iceland...the first man to do it on foot and bike right across the middle of Iceland from the south coast to the north. 1933. The bike was still running well forty years later. Horace lived near me in Luton. I learned my first bit of telescope making from him.
He didn't have a tent for the Iceland trip.
Tough guy, Horace.
http://www.vango.co.uk/ . . . .
http://www.lichfield-outdoor.co.uk/ . . . . . .
http://www.outdoorworld.co.uk/tents-by-brand-vango-tents-c-16_29.html . . . . . .
http://www.cyclorama.net/viewArticle.php?id=112 . . . .

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Besides St Kilda where in melbourne,australia are the $25pw homes for rent?

Daniel Sha

I'm currently deciding about where to move.

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LOL ... a non-powered camping site would cost you more!

As for cheap places to rent in Melbourne ... look at areas outside Melbourne (ie at least 40 minutes from CBD) ... possibly Frankston, Dandenong, Lilydale, Windham Vale/Werribee

Can anyone recommend some nice places to see in Australia?

sun+E

I'm going to visit my friend in Sydney for 15-20 days, and we're both college girls looking for some sun and fun.
We've decided to hang around Sydney (Bondi Beach and such), and then go to Melbourne, maybe check out the Ulruru rock.
If you had an itinerary like mine, how would you go about it? Would you drive to Melbourne, or fly there? What would you do in Sydney? Do you think going to Ayer's Rock is worth the time and money?
By the way, my budget is around 2000-3500 AUS dollars, though I don't know if this is being practical or not.

Your input would be greatly appreciated (and probably followed!)! Thanks!
We like shopping, maybe do some crazy things (on the safe side), watch the sunset, sort of Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants kind of stuff, fyi.

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Aww mate that sounds awesome, you'll love it here you really will.
Lets go through the cities.
Sydney - Sydney is really the "cosmopolitan" city of Australia. Great place for fun, lots of good night life, clubs, shopping, beaches and the biggest city in Australia. Sydney is a definately a must; especially for the iconic Harbour Bridge and Opera House. Bondi is a really good beach, but is a little talked up, and i suggest driving somewhere down on the east coast near Sydney (perhaps on your way to Melbourne) and find a beautiful quiet beach. If its in Australia - its gonna be an awesome beach. My top pick for a coast spot is Byron Bay...also notorious for its fun. (Very popular college party spot). But in Sydney just try to have a good time.

Melbourne - Personally, my favourite city in Australia, and ive lived in every capital city in the country. Its a little different from Sydney, i see it as a little nicer and clean and of course the home of the nations version of football - AFL. Melbourne has some of the best FASHION in the country, and there are alot of great sales going on all the time. My pick for the best shopping city in Australia. Also, not sure if you've heard of it but it is the filming location for "Neighbours", Australia's favourite soap which is successful in the UK as well, not to mention Rove - Australia's favourite talk show. My tip is to go to Lygon St - it has the best food in the entire city, and is famous for it ;). The main thing to do in Melbourne is shop and eat :).

Now, for the travel question, if you want to drive to Melbourne from Sydney, it will take about 10 hours in the car. If you wanted to make a road trip out of it i suggest staying one or two nights in Canberra (the nations capital, and where i live right now :D) to break up the driving and to see the Capital of Australia. TIP: if you have time, and if you decide to go to Canberra, i suggest driving down Anzac Parade. Its so beautiful, behind you is the National War Memorial while in front of you across the lake is Parliment House. Plus down Anzac Parade it has the memorials to all the different wars. Also, to see the city at night (which is actually quite stunning) drive up Red Hill which also has a very nice restaurant on top of it. Or Black Mountain, where you can view the city from the revolving restaurant in Telstra Tower. Canberra is really a place for tourist attractions and relaxing, its not a very big city but is interesting if you have time to explore it.

Brisbane - Now, just putting it on here that you may have the time or many to visit Brisbane (my home town) or as the locals like to call it - Brisvegas. It is truly an awesome city, and is home to the best beaches, hot surfie guys, and theme parks including Dream World, Movie World, Sea World and WetnWild. Brisbane's beaches are that great it even has a huge mass of skyscrapers on the beach called "Surfers Paradise". Brisbane is especially notorious for its laidback people and friendliness and the HEAT :) it is very warm here in Summer.

Flying would definately be a shorter trip, but driving will show you some of Australia's really traditional country towns and landscapes and the road from Sydney to Melbourne is the best for this.
Now for the Uluru question. Honestly, i have never been to Uluru which is a huge shame because i would love to go, but i have been around the area and have camped out in some of the most remost parts of the Australian desert and i can tell you that its an experience :) Swimming in water holes, waking up with kangaroos outside your tent, and just exploring is awesome and why i love the country. In saying this, Uluru is a fair way from the East Coast (Sydney) and even further away from Melbourne so it will take like you said time and money to get there. Unfortunately, having never gone there i cant really answer that question. But i recommend you take another trip to Australia to visit Darwin in the Northern Territory which is great fun and is home to Kakadu - an excellent national park. But be warned - it is also home to ALOT of crocs :| And then from Darwin do the trip to Uluru.
But of course the Northern Part of Australia will have to wait for another time :)
P.S - Take the time to go to one wildlife park either in Sydney or Melbourne, to see the native animals ;)

Ive been around a fair bit (ive lived in Germany and visited Paris, London, Amsterdam etc lots of countries in Europe) and i have been amazed at the sheer size of some of these places. Yet Australia is the kinda place you can call home sweet home.
Wherever you go in Australia you will be recieved with open arms :) Everyone down here is super friendly and we love to meet and help foreigners. If you want to know what to do in the cities you go, just ask a local on the street, and they'll tell you whats happening around the area. Not to mention all the hot surfie boys we have around our coasts :)
My top tip - See as much as you can, and have as much fun as you possibly can take.
I hope this helps, and if you need anymore tips just give me a yell.

See ya later mate, from down under
xxx


P.s - Heres a map so this makes a little more sense to you. Note the Northern parts i was talking about (Darwin, Kakadu) And the distances between Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra and Melbourne.
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/maps/pacific/australia/

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Tentant won't remove property from yard?

Anonymous

I own a 2 family home which I live in 1 of the units. The tenant has left property in the yard and I want it removed. I have asked that he remove it on several occasions and he ignores my requests. There are several empty buckets and milk crates and they make the yard look disgusting. Can I legally remove these items. The lease states that the yard must be keep clean.

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I own a triplex in Alaska and I must say, do NOT use a property manager just to manage one unit for you, 10% of the rent they collect can really cut into your own earnings and the most obvious reason not to hire one is YOU LIVE THERE. You have to put up with the person that they would end up renting to. I am currently asking tenants to move who have for the most part been "great tenants" they keep their place immaculate but they are childish. I've asked them to remove their camping gear and tent off the front deck bc they hang them out to dry for days (along with their cooler) and they argue with me about their stuff. They are not allowed to have pets, the guy saw me with my new puppy and said, "Why do you get to have pets, does this mean that I get to have a dog?" I've asked them time and time again to keep their vehicles parked far enough from the building so that I can bring the lawnmower up and have clearance to get it around the building to mow. They complain that they can't park right up to the building, (having their vehicle 2 inches from their door as if it would help them get in faster after work). I've updated all my units to include the doors and trim flooring and kitchen cabinets. EVERYTHING is nice in my units and I get the top rents for them, the exterior is always manicured and I take care of everything but these two idiots, are NEVER satisfied. Just this month I gave them a late fee bc I didn't get their rent until the 5th. Rents are due on the 1st it's late on the 2nd and you get a late fee on the 3rd. They were out of town and called me when they received their late fee to complain that "Wells Fargo took our money out on the 29th of last month you saw that our money was drafted, so why did you give us a late fee?" I explained to them that I don't know how Wells Fargo does their payments and I can't tell you how your rent check got here on the 5th bc I don't deliver the mail. You need to call Wells Fargo and find out what their process is but you are still being charged the late fee. They are NEVER satisfied. The other two units I have are being rented out in the same complex as these losers and I NEVER hear from them, they pay their rents two days before they are due and they mind their own business and keep their places looking great.

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camping sites in new york?

Violcia

hey everyone! i'd like to go camping with my boyfriend. any siggestions in new york? not too far from the city, please...

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Harriman State Park has lots of sites in the Hudson Highlands... lots of lakes and small mountains, just west of the Hudson River, right off of the Pallisades parkway.

Ditto Farnstock State Park, right off the Taconic.

Both are within an hour of NYC.

Camping sites near NYC?

Akina Nola

Me and my friends are under 18 and we want a site to set up our tents and make a campfire and etc. possibly get there by bus or trains.
Does anyone know a place?

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Camping can be found right in town visitors today can choose from five campsites at Floyd Bennett Field, which served as New Yorkâs first municipal airport in the 1930s and has been part of the Gateway National Recreation Area since 1972. The National Park Service plans to expand the campground to 90 sites within the next two years â and up to 600 sites when eventually completed. no age restrictions either as it is run by the national park service. You may need someone 18 to hold the reservation though Good Luck!

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List of sites that sells survival/outdoor gear?

Eokaeloki

Does anyone have a good list of sites that sells survival/outdoor/camping/hiking stuff??
*Best if the site ships internationally, preferably Singapore*

Stuff like knives, clothing, tents, bags, shoes etc etc.

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Campmor.com, REI.com, RedFlare.com and Amazon.com are all places I've bought from either on-line or in-person, but all ship. Not all products are shipped internationally.

Im a nature lover, any place to go hiking/camping similar to those in Hong Kong??

s3xY

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I'm not too sure about the nature scene in HK, but in Singapore there are qte a few (which may come as a surprise to many). The largest is the Bukit Timah Reserve (as noted previously) which is part of the Central Catchment Area. If you really really adventurous, you can actually start in the Upper Thomson area, Pierce Reservoir, and do a super long trek that takes you all the way to Bukit Timah. This will take a day.

The Treetop Walk is another good choice if you want somethign that can be done in half a day. Note that the TTW itself is not long, because that's just the highlight of the whole trail. Some people spend all that time looking out for it that they miss all the cool nature ON THE WAY!

If you like marshlands, then I'll also say Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve, but my main recommendation would be to check out Pulau Ubin.

It's an island off the northeast coast of Singapore, the last vestige of "old" Singapore, and there's the Tanjong Chek Jawa Reserve on the island. It's been "renovated" with amenities to make sure that visitors don't disturb the natural mangrove beach there. It's really quite nice. Takes about 45mins to walk to the beach, which is just over 1km long, I think.

You can also camp over there at the Noordin, Mamam or Jelutong Campsite. It's free, but on first-come first-served basis, so you have to check with the ranger at the jetty. Jelutong has campfire facilities, while the others do not.
Or if you want something more "luxurious" there is the MCC Ubin Resort, with its chalets. it's not grand, but there's showers and toilets.

There are a few Chinese restaurants and a Muslim stall on the main section of the island (about five altogether, I think), and another restaurant at the Ubin Resort. These are the only eating places on the island as far as I know, so bring your own food and water, as there is hardly any drinking water at the campsites.

Definitely a good way to go, you can see nature, see a little of "old" Singapore before it become a modern metropolis and sleep under the stars.

Anyway, check out the National Parks Board website in the source list. It's got a lot of info there about places of nature. See under the "Parks and Gardens" heading, where you will get a comprehensive list of parks (altho this term is used VERY LOOSELY - the small patch of greenery above the MRT train station is also listed as a park).

Or check out the Nature Reserves heading for the more challenging trek sites.

Anyway, hope this helps you!

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What is what the large amounts of camping in mw3 ?

Q. I'm so ready to sell this game

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IW games always have camping. As they ways build dark corners and Easter eggs and hiding places in the maps. Notice treyarch did not do this with BO. Id reccomend just checking all your corners, and not just rushing. You kindof have to play mw3 defensive to be successful.

Should I sell my mw3? get bf3 instead?

Stun

It's been about two or three days I have the game and it already gets kinda boring. I have and stil am enjoying mw2 much more I'll play about 5 matches and get sooo bored, cant point out what it is but its just boring. Apart from that all the noobs and campers piss me off. Small maps, not really sniper friendly blah blah........ So do you think I should give it a bit more time and see or sell mw3 and buy bf3?

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I have played both and I can assure you that MW3 is a much better game. In MW3 you are constantly placed in action, but you have the option to back out and snipe. Where as in BF3 you are almost always out of action, the games are much longer, and the maps are huge. It really depends on what you like. If noobs and campers are pissing you off, then you wont have much more luck in BF3. If you aren't in a vehicle in BF3 then you are pretty much camping. You will find yourself becoming incredibly bored walking around the map. If you're becoming bored easily I recommend playing with friends, joining an online game battles or something, or using classes with the riot shield or using other random classes can prove fun.

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Any recommendations on kids friendly camp grounds near Los Angeles?

Marisol

Hello! This will be our 1st family camping trip. I have 2 girls one just turned 17mos, and the other is 7yrs old. So we are looking for kid friendly camp ground near Los Angeles, I'm hoping they have activities for them where hiking is also included, either way any ideas would be very helpful, we dont mind making some driving. Thank You in advance!!

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The most kid-friendly campground around Los Angeles is Carpinteria State Beach. There are MANY families there, and we never have any problems finding playmates and activities for our youngest, who is now 10. In fact, we are going there this weekend.

There are nature programs, ranger programs (although some are limited by budget), a nature center, and campfire programs. However, the main activity that kids do is either playing on the beach with other kids, or riding bikes/scooters/skateboards. You can also walk into the nice little town there.

Our youngest is now 10, and her job since she was about 4 or 5 has been to make a friend. It's not hard. The place is overrun with kids. When she finds a friend, she tells us where she is via walkie-talkie. Yeah, it's that safe. We've met a lot of nice folks this way.

There's a cute little town you can walk through, which includes an old fashioned candy store and a Foster's Freeze. There are local favorites, like the Spot (burgers) or the Palms (cook your own steaks). If you've had a rough day, you can even have pizza delivered to your campsite. It's just that cool. Our oldes, now 27, is coming with us once again with her hubby, and she has many fond memories. My guess is that she'll start making some memories with her own family in a couple years.

But keep in mind, sites are already booked for the summer. Your best chance is to go to reserveamerica.com and check to see if there are any cancellations. Sites book 6 months in advance. I made reservations for this weekend back on November 1. Good luck!

Need a Good camping ground near Los Angele's?

secks4rmlw

Well A few friends and I want to plan a trip to camp out for a few days
But I don't know what Campground or camping place allows over night camping this season.Any one have a good place for this season?

BTW.We are not doing any hunting hiking we're just wanting to have the overnight camping experience.=]Thanks

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Big Bear is tooooo cold now for camping. Wonderful places on the beach north of Malibu (State Parks) , 40 minutes and North of Ventura , hour and half, Get their County park system info 805-649-1122. Extremely difficult to get reservations in the summer, but now, especially on a week day is good. Call 805-654-3951: Faria and Rincon Park Way are first come basis, Hobson is reservations. If they are full for reservatons, as the State Park in Carpenteria often is, show up early on day you wish to camp and get someone's no show. Also great beach camping north of Santa Barbara (All State Parks). Two and half hours. If it is foggy at beach (as it has been the past week) then there is Lake Casitas, north of Ventura on way to Ojai, hour and half to two hours, call 805-647-1122 , lots of camping close to water. Select site appropriate for you as there can be partying noise into the night at some sites. If reservations are full and for on spur of moment you can call individual camp ground for a place. Have fun. I love camping in all of the above! There is more rustic camping higher into Ventura County's mountains to may wish to explore on Internet or calling around for info.

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what is the warmest place to rv camp in the usa?

possum t

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southwest usa, below 500 ft death valley, yuma az, el paso

Camping places in england?

Hello

I am turning 18 soon and me and 6 other friends wanted to do the pennines way walk, which is 268 miles along the backbone of England (the pennines). We are not doing this anymore as you are not allowed to wild camp or make fires.

I was wondering if there is anywhere in England where you are allowed to do Bear Grylls type things like making fires and setting traps and wild camping, or is it against the law in every place?

Thanks.

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Against the law in all of England. You will need to come to the USA.

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What are some good places for vacation in or near upstate NY?

AJ

My family and I are looking for a vacation place north of Long Island. We are currently considering places like Darien Lake amusement park, Sylvan beach amusement park, Niagara Falls, Lake George (6 Flags), Binghampton, or Mystic CT.

Needs to be apropriate for ages 20-80.

Any suggestions for other places or comments on the places I have already listed would be helpful.

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check out the finger lakes. many camping spots including private and state parks. lots of cute small towns for shopping and dining.

Niagara Falls is not too far from Rochester NY and even nicer if you have never been to Canada is the cosmopolitan city of TORONTO.

In the summer, be sure to visit their hidden secret, TORONTO ISLANDS which are a set of islands with ferries running to/from where residents take picnic baskets, bicycles, coolers and spend a day at the beach...

Hope the Above Info Helps!

Paintball camp sites In PA,NJ, NY?

E S

Me and my friends from college are looking to go camping this summer. We also concluded that paintballing would be a fun daytime activity. Are there any Camp sites in NY, NJ or Pa that will allow you to paintball on their premises. (We want to bring our own guns and some compressed air and paintball at the camp site rather than going to a field and being charged up the wazu. We are from NYC by the way.

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hackensack nj has a paintball place. thats right near nyc over the gw bridge. and theres one in upstate in oneonta, ny and its amazing. i havent been to the hackensack one, only to the oneonta one. im sure theres one in the philly neighborhood for u guys to just check out on google. so have a great time with whichever one you guys pick.

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Camping on beach, what do I need?

New Mom

I haven't been camping in years and never been camping on the beach. I am going with my boyfried, his family, and some other families for 5 days next week.

My boyfriend is in charge of the camping supplies (tent, flash lights, etc...) and his family is taking care of the meals.

Now I just need to figure out what I need to bring.

I already have my list started:
clothes
bathing suits
towels
sunblock
sun hat
water shoes
sudoku
book
ipod

Anything else that might be useful/entertaining?

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Pack some of your own snacks in case you don't like the food that they bring.

Places to camp for the night in Ventura, California?

Violatingb

Alright, well I'm going to Ventura with 3 friends for Warped Tour. We wanna camp in a tent somewhere on the beach for the night, but I'm not used to the area, so I don't know of anywhere.

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Ventura Beach Camping--McGrath State Beach

The McGrath State Beach camping area is a good, general-purpose family campground. Topping the list of amenities that everyone enjoys is the campground's bathroom facilities. Parents, in particular, enjoy is the fact that McGrath State Beach has flush toilets and showers, which makes it much easier to get the brood clean and ready for bed after spending a day at the beach. Another "plus" is that McGrath is somewhat "away from it all," yet is still close to town. If you need supplies, just hop in the car and head to the stores in either Ventura or Oxnard. Telephones are available at the campground, as well.

= Jackson Lake near Wrightwood, Ca.

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Camping help??

claire m

I'm going camping for the first time, and i need to know what to pack. Lake district camping??

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water proof!!!! Remember that word ^^

Ok camping for the first time?
How long? pack that much clothes...plus and extrea pair. Pack extrea socks and underwear. Jacket...rain gear.

Now you want to seam seal your tent. That means you put your tent up (in a dryyyyy place, if you need to, the garage) and spray it with seam seal you can get at any camping store (like Dick's sporting goods).
Also your tent needs to have a tarp for under it
stakes to keep it in the ground
a hammer to get the stakes into the ground
some have a fly which is a kind of tarp that does on top of the tent.
NOTE: you want to put your tent up at least once before you go camping so you know what your doing.

Toiletries-
toilet paper (in a bag so it doesn't get dirty for that's gross!)
toothbrush (with cover, if you have to rap a napkin over it)
toothpaste
hair brush
Pony tails
pre-packed face wash (if you need use pre-packed wet ones)

First aide kit-
band aides
alcohol pads
tweezers (very important thing no one remembers to bring)
mole skin
stink stop (some form of cream to stop itching)
you'll want more so look online for basic first aide kits and see what they have

Cooking-
Ask these questions when figuring out what to pack:
What are you eating?
What needs to be refrigerated?
Will you need a bear bag? (this is a place you put your food incase bears or rodents are in the area, no one wants to wake up to find all their food has been eaten by smoking and his little forest friends)
What are you going to eat on (paper plates are NOT the answer)?
What will you eat with (try re-usible forks, knives, and spoons)?
Camping is bag in bag out, so do you have garbage bags to bag with?
How will you wash your dishes?
What will you cook on (pots/pans/etc.)?
How will you cook (do you have a camping stove)?
If you need a fire to cook do you know if the wood you'll find will be dry?
How will you get your water?

Fire-
you need 2 buckets of water next to your fire.
You want fire starters:
1:egg carton, filled with saw dust (or news paper if you can't do saw dust), with the top covered in wax.
2: News paper with 3 small crayons rapped in it like a toosie roll
3: Fire starters you buy from the store
access to the 3 types of wood (THAT'S DRY!!!)
3types are:
tinder- match stick sized
kindling- size of your figure
fuel- reall friking big...
Matches...if your not used to starting fire you want a LOT
paper of any sort/lint (from the dryer) these help make sure the fire spreds to every part of your wood

Sleeping wear-
Sleeping bag
extra blanket
pillow (small is better)
pad for under sleeping bag (if your not used to sleeping on the ground)
PJ's
sweat shirt (when you go to the bath room in the middle of the night, you will always be colder outside then in your sleeping bag to keep the sweat shirt close at hand)
flashlight (I know big a bulky flashlights show your not experienced, but they are great when your fumbling in the middle of the night looking for your right)

Other things-
Bug spray (spray yourself, your clothes, and pay close attention to your ankles)
Hat
also: whatever is needed for the activities you have planned out...
A pocket knife (you have no idea how many things need this, fire, cooking [but clean when cutting food], rope, whatever)

And I think that's it. Yes this is a lot to bring but you don't wanna be unprepaired for your trip. Talk to whoever you are going with, see what they are bringing...

Happy camping ^^


Edit~~~ For cooking, what needs to be refrigurated needs to go into a large cooler with a lot of ice. Burger King and other fast food places sell desent sized bags of ice for a dollar, you may wanna look into that...Also if your a coffee person, look for ways to make coffee when camping. remember to bring it all. You may not have electricity so keep that in mind for everything you pack...

Camping at Lake District, England?

Q. I don't know too much about this place but it seems a good place to get away, do some fishing, camping and hiking. Take a few pretty pictures. That stuff.

Where are you allowed to camp, are any areas restricted and are you allowed to fish anywhere? Fire regulations? Has anybody been there before and can share their experiences? Let me know. :)

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There are plenty of campsites in the Lake District - choose the area that you want to be in first then choose your campsite. Most of them don't allow fires but there's one in Eskdale called Fisherground that does. Ask the campsite owner about local fishing regulations - you may need a day licence to fish in certain areas. Get a Wainwright book for the area to plan your hiking.

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What are the better quality family camping tents?

TCMJim

We would like to purchase a camping tent for the family. I am not too keen on dome tents as I am 6' tall and do not want to crawl around inside the tent. There are three of us but a fourth, mother in-law, may join us from time to time. We are not hard core backpackers so will be mostly staying in campsites for now. I want something easy to assemble. We are on somewhat of a budget so nothing over $500. However, we do not want to buy a cheap piece of junk either. Your help would be greatly appreciated

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Big Agnes, Marmot, Kelty, Sierra Designs and Eureka are great brands that make excellent family tents for under $500. You can do so much better with that kind of money than a Coleman. Coleman is OK if you have a smaller budget, but if you can afford quality by having aluminum poles, better material and water proofing, vestibules, and all that, go for it. You'll have it a long time as long as it is cared for and stored properly.

camping!!!!!!!!!!!!????????????

kaylaz1978

we are going camping for the first time what is stuff we should bring i dont know what to take please help 2 alduts and 2 kids

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Ok lets start with the basics of your trip. You probably dont want to spend a ton of money so lets get you a list that will keep you cumfortable and having fun without breaking the bank.

Number one start with a good tent. Eureka makes many tents that are very durable and not all that expensive. Other good brands include Kelty, Coleman and Cabelas. Just get a tent that fits your family cumfortably. Pick up a can of seam sealer too. Seal your tent before you use it to ensure you will be dry. You will also need a tarp for your tent to sit on. All you need is a cheap blue tarp from your local home center.

You will want a air matress to sleep on. Try them out. They range from cheap foam ones to inflable ones. Again pick what one is cumfortable and fits your budget and your type of camping. Then you want a sleeping bag. If you are camping in the sumertime a cheap square bag will do just fine. Mummy bags and other types are for colder temps and they are also lighter. Take a blanket along just incase any of you get cold. You can line you bag with the blanket for a tosty warm night.

For clothing dress for the weather. Have some type of rain gear wether that be a 10 cent poncho or a 200 dolar rain suit. It is always smart to have some warmer clothes just in case it does get cold. Dont wear your best stuff either because camping is hard on your clothes. Extra socks are always a great thing to have. I cant count how many times I was glad to have a extra dry pair of socks. It is also a smart idea to pack your clothes in ziplock bags or dry bags. That way if the bottom of your tent gets wet your clothes dont also get wet. It happens more than you think.

For cooking any camp stove and a set of pots will work. Just have extra fuel for your stove. When cooking you can do any type of food. however for your fist trip try simple food. Remember you dont have a dishwasher to wash dishes in so dont make too big of a mess. Cheap dish pans can make dish washing much easier.

Go to a sporting goods store that isn't too expensive and really look at your gear. Take your time picking out what you need for what your doing.

Dont forget a flashlight! Also bring food packed for how you will cooked. The more prep you do at home the easier it is when your camping. Packing up also pack for the way you are going to need things. That way when it is dark your flashlight is right on top. Also practice setting up your tent at home. That way you will be able to set up your tent no mater what the conditions are.

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does anyone plan on camping this summer?

countrybum

and what is your idea of camping?

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Yes, our family plans to go camping this summer. We currently have a pop-up camper. But, we tent camped for years. Our family's idea of camping is packing up the pop-up camper and the van and heading to any one of the beautiful campgrounds (both private or State Parks) within a couple hours drive from us. We leave the TV behind and spend time taking nature walks, playing games, swimming, biking and eating delicious meals made over the campfire. We have canoe camped, spending 2 days on the river with everything we need in the canoe with us. We also have borrowed my in-laws huge motor home. Canoe camping was a little more rustic than my liking and traveling in the motor home made me sick. For our family right now, the pop-up camper is just perfect for us.

I have a tent, but no instructions.?

Luo

I was about to change my camping equipement especially my tents, I want to buy a tent for each of my 2 sons who are 14 and 16 and I was wondering what kind of tent should I get for them.
I saw these video of pop up camping tents but im not sure about them.

What do you all think about those?

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If you are talking about the pop up tents (about $50) that fold flat like a gignatic frisbee, I have one. A lightweight tent - Good for weekends only.

It took some practice to get the hang of how to get it back in the bag (no joke).
They are good for someone who is biking and wants to carry a light tent. They would also work out for car camping on a weekend if you can hide in your car in case of really, really bad weather.

I actually set mine up inside a large family tent (tent in a tent) to stay warm when overnight temps dropped below freezing. It worked, but then the zippers on the family size tent starting failing and I upgraded my big tent and have not used the small tent since. So I can't comment on how well they hold up in normal use.

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What is the most exotic place you've ever visited?

juliettemo

For me it was St. John in the USVI.

It was 20 years ago and I hope to retire there someday.

It has stayed vividly in my heart, mind and soul.

It was pure magic. It was breathtaking, fresh and pure.

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I wouldn't really call it exotic, but my favorite place was my grandparents camp in the Bahamas. Miles from the nearest town on a deserted beach with large breaking waves. The place is now covered in multi million $ condos....
Japan was kinda nice, along with Sweden, Denmark and Austria. Canada was nice, but there were just too many Canadians there for me. Didn't care for Saudi Arabia, Borneo, Thailand, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Kuwait, Egypt,...

Where is the most exotic place you have been?

jlily680

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I've been to Sweden, and that was beautiful. Not really "exotic" like tropical places, but still beautiful with lakes everywhere. We went camping at a lake that had red sand, and you could walk out 2 hundred feet before the water would even go past your knees, and it was so clear you could see the bottom.

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wats the full azaria chamberlain story?

***zoe***

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Nine-week-old Australian baby Azaria Chamberlain disappeared on the night of 17 August 1980 on a camping trip with her family. Her parents, Lindy and Michael Chamberlain, reported that she had been taken from their tent by a dingo. An initial inquest, highly critical of the police investigation, supported this assertion. The findings of the inquest were broadcast live on television â a first in Australia. Subsequently, after a further investigation and second inquest, Azaria's mother, Lindy Chamberlain, was tried and convicted of her murder, on 29 October 1982 and sentenced to life imprisonment. Azaria's father, Michael Chamberlain, was convicted as an accessory after the fact and given a suspended sentence.

The media focus for the trial was extraordinarily intense and sensational. The Chamberlains made several unsuccessful appeals, including the final High Court appeal. After all legal options had been exhausted, the chance discovery of a piece of Azaria's clothing in an area full of dingo lairs led to Lindy Chamberlain's release from prison, on "compassionate grounds." She was later exonerated of all charges. While the case is officially unsolved, the report of a dingo attack is generally accepted. Recent deadly dingo attacks in other areas of Australia have strengthened the case for the dingo theory.

The story has been made into a TV movie, a feature film and a TV miniseries. There have also been numerous books about the case.

Pastor Michael Chamberlain, his wife Lindy, their two boys, Aidan and Reagan, and their new little daughter, Azaria, left their home in Mount Isa for a camping and sightseeing trip to various Northern Territory landmarks, including Ayers Rock. They arrived on the evening of Saturday, August 16, 1980.

On the night of August 17, Lindy Chamberlain raised the alarm that a dingo had just been seen leaving the family tent and that Azaria, who had been sleeping in her bassinette, was missing. Three hundred people formed a human chain during the night and searched the sand dunes near the campsite. Azaria was never found.

One week later, a Victorian tourist, Wally Goodwin, discovered Azaria's heavily blood-stained singlet, jumpsuit, booties and nappy near a dingo lair.

The cause of Azaria's disappearance has not been officially determined. The last and final official inquest listed the cause of her death as "undetermined." A body has never been found, only various items of bloodstained clothing. The Chamberlains who were originally convicted have been officially exonerated by the Court and eventually received some financial compensation. It is estimated that their legal fees exceeded five million Australian Dollars.

In August 2005, a 25-year old woman named Erin Horsburgh claimed that she was Azaria Chamberlain, but her claims were rejected by the authorities and the ABC's Mediawatch program, who stated that none of the reports linking Horsburgh to the Chamberlain case had any substance.

The Chamberlains divorced in 1991 and Lindy Chamberlain has since remarried. She and her new husband lived for a time in the United States but have since returned to Australia.

does anybody have an example of a forensic case study?

Alyson:)

i'm doing a forensic project for school. i need a case study for forensic pathology and cant find one. pleeease help:-)

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http://library.thinkquest.org/04oct/00206/text_casestudies.htm

The Azaria Chamberlain Case
On the 17th August 1980, the Chamberlain family was camping at Uluru in Australia's Northern Territory, when at around eight o'clock at night, they heard a cry from the tent where their ten week old baby girl and four year old son were sleeping. Rushing to the tent, the mother of the child, Lindy saw a dingo near the tent's entrance and upon entering, realised with horror that her baby daughter Azaria, was missing and all that remained was a pool of blood on the floor. The police arrived and a search was organized but no traces of the baby were found.

The Chamberlains were interviewed the next morning and only some of the bloodstained items were removed from the tent, with many being left behind. The family was interviewed again later on that same day, by a different officer who thought the Chamberlains' recounts of the previous night were suspicious. A week passed and no new evidence was found, that is, until a tourist found Azaria's vest and jumpsuit. But despite this new piece of evidence, the crime scene was not sealed off and a full examination of the clothing was never conducted. This lack of proper crime scene and evidence analysis led the police to believe that Lindy Chamberlain was lying about her story. The lack of dingo bite marks and saliva on Azaria's jumpsuit and the fact that the baby's shoes were still tied inside the jumpsuit while the vest was inside out, heightened the police's suspicion even further. In 1981, it was however, concluded that Azaria was indeed taken by a dingo, allowing Lindy and Michael Chamberlain to at last get over the accusations after the tragic loss of their child and move on with everyday life.

This was however, not to be the case, because after a later analysis of the baby's clothing, it was found that there was a bloody handprint in the shape of a women's hand, reopening the case in 1982. Analysis of the Chamberlains' car also revealed a pair of scissors, baby's blood and some experts claimed that the rip marks on the baby's clothing were actually scissor stab marks. And so it was with this new evidence that another court case was held on the 2nd February, 1982. The case concluded for what was thought to be the last time, when Lindy was convicted with murder of her daughter and sentenced to life in prison. After serving six years in prison, there was a turn in the case when baby Azaria's jacket was unbelievably, found partly buried at Uluru. Just five days later, Lindy was immediately released from prison, but to this day, nobody knows the exact truth and we'll probably never know.


http://www.forensic.gov.uk/html/media/case-studies/
Case Studies
Diane Chenery-Wickens Birmingham, April 29, 2009 ⦠Forensic Science Service experts worked their way through hundreds of pieces of evidence as part of the police investigation into the disappearance of Emmy award-winning make-up artist Diane Chenery-Wickens.

Colin Pitchfork First murder conviction on DNA evidence also clears the prime suspect

Kaspar Hauser Kaspar Hauser - the lost prince?

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what is the warmest place to rv camp in the usa?

possum t

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southwest usa, below 500 ft death valley, yuma az, el paso

Camping places in england?

Hello

I am turning 18 soon and me and 6 other friends wanted to do the pennines way walk, which is 268 miles along the backbone of England (the pennines). We are not doing this anymore as you are not allowed to wild camp or make fires.

I was wondering if there is anywhere in England where you are allowed to do Bear Grylls type things like making fires and setting traps and wild camping, or is it against the law in every place?

Thanks.

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Against the law in all of England. You will need to come to the USA.

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Good day trip ideas in Masachusetts?

werewolves

My mom, dad, sister 11, and me 15 arr looking for daytrip ideas in Mass. We are not going to thr cape or to boston but any other areas would be great. This can include amusement parks

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Salem:
the touristy spots are right off the Commuter rail train station
check out the Peabody Essex Museum, all the witch stuff, the historic site run by the Park Service and lots of shopping and restaurants

Concord
Minute Man National Park

western MA
numerous small museums
hiking and camping in the mountains
Tanglewood classical music concerts
6 Flags in Agawam

also there are zoos in Boston, Stoneham and Mendon

other points of interest include: Whaling Museum in new Bedford, Higgins Armoury a medieval armor Museum in Worcester, Tower Hill Botanical Gardens In Boylston, Magic Wings Butterfly Sanctuary in Deerfield, Beneski Dinosaur Museum In Amherst, Plymouth Plantation, shopping in Rockport and Newburyport

Also tour the old mills in Lowell

Beaches:
Horseneck Beach in Westport <-- My pick
Nantasket Beach in Hull
Duxbury Beach in Duxbury
Plum Island in Newburyport and Ipswich

Who are the Injinoo people of Australia?

Kevin7

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The settlement of Injinoo was established on Cape York by a community led by a Wuthathi man, Allelic Whitesand.
Although self-sufficient, through fishing and gardening, the Community made requests to the Anglican church to establish a mission and school. Government officials allowed the community to function through an elected Council.
After the Second World War, which saw a considerable military presence in the area, many Torres Strait Islanders began moving into Injinoo. Settlements were subsequently built at Bamaga, New Mapoon and Umagico to relocate evicted people from this and other areas of the Cape. In 1948 a reserve was created, with control of the area having been taken over by the Queensland Department of Native Affairs.
http://www.townsinaustralia.com/Injinoo%20Aboriginal%20Community.153.htm

Injinoo was the first settlement in Cape York Peninsula. Injinoo consisted of five warring groups that were brought together in peace by Canon Francis Bowie, an Anglican Missionary who taught religion and had class where the children were taught writing in the sand. Canon Bowie married men and women from warring tribes and helped settle disputes amongst the tribes. Canon Bowie stayed at Injinoo and is buried underneath St. Michael and All Angel Anglican Church. Once brought together, these tribes had no common language and lived in humpies down at the Lookout at the mouth of Cowal Creek. In about 1956 a whirlwind destroyed many houses in Injinoo. It was then decided to move inland to where Injinoo is now, because it was considered safer. Injinoo's majority population is Aboriginal and most of the community still hold strongly to Anglican beliefs, as well as their own traditional culture. Injinoo people still hunt and fish. They enjoy boating and camping and are excellent at dancing and feasting, as well as being passionate about their football.
http://northernpeninsulasc.eq.edu.au/wcmss/index.php/Injinoo.html

Injinoo refers to Australian Aborigine people in Cape York Peninsula. There are five communities which lie on the traditional country of the Injinoo peoples in the NPA of Cape York Peninsula: Bamaga, Seisia, Injinoo, Umagico and New Mapoon. The traditional lands of the Injinoo Community extend from the Skardon River on the West Coast, and Captain Billy's Landing on the East Coast up to Pajinka at the top of Cape York. The Injinoo people comprise five major tribal groupings: Anggamuthi (Seven Rivers-western), Atambaya (McDonell), Wuthathi (Whites and-south eastern), Yadhaykenu (Cairn Cross - eastern) and Gudang (Red Island, Somerset-northern) peoples.

Around the turn of the century however, the remains of the semi-nomadic family tribes, occupying the last two hundred kilometres of Cape York Peninsula, sharing a common language but with different dialects, came together of their own volition and settled at the mouth of Cowal Creek (Small River - Injinoo). The coming together of the survivors of the impact of non-aboriginal settlement saw the establishment by themselves of a community that brought together five major groupings: Angkamuthi (Seven Rivers - western), Atambaya (MacDonell - central) Wuthathi (Whitesand - south-eastern), Yadhaykenu (Cairn Cross - eastern) and Gudang (Red Island, Somerset, tip. - northern).

Further, in recognition of the people's responsibility for the management and care of their traditional lands and to minimize the impact of tourism and maximise the opportunities and experience of visitors, the Injinoo Community has established the Injinoo Apudhama Association representing the traditional land owning groups within Injinoo. The responsibilities of this group include land management and land care of virtually all of the last two hundred kilometres of Cape York Peninsula. This involves responsibility for the ranger service, for the development of camp facilities and the provision of information, waste management, erosion control, the protection of sites, the improvement of access and the development of walkways, fire management and feral animal control as well as the protection of endangered flora and fauna.
http://www.bebo.com/Profile.jsp?MemberId=4272673288

Injinoo has an estimated population of 440 (as of June 2001), with about 98% of the total population being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander origin and is located on the river mouth of Cowal Creek. There is a service station, a health clinic, healing centre, cement works and Injinoo operate the Jardine Ferry which provides access to Pajinka at the tip of Cape York. Camping is available and visitors can contact the Council Office to arrange accommodation.
http://www.cypda.com.au/injinoo

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Good free places to camp in Oregon?

Gabrielle

I'm planning on taking a camping trip soon (it will just be me and my loved one) and I'm trying to find a good free place to camp. Just somewhere there won't be many people, preferably not an actual campground would be nice. I'm wondering if anybody has any places they enjoy going to? I do enjoy Bagby hot springs and the ape caves by St. Helens, are there any good spots around those places? Thanks(:

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A few years ago when we were still allowed to camp there, Molalla River Corridor was an amazing secluded place to camp. I havenât been up there is a few years because they started banning overnight camping but I am not sure if they still enforce that. Other than that I do know of some other places where I have camped before that are in the middle of the boonies but my friends and I found them by chance and so I canât give you directions on how to go there. I know you said free but Detroit Lake is a nice place to camp. Itâs not extremely private but itâs safe and right by the lake.

is an oregon summer snowboarding camp the best place to learn?

cinnamon

i was watching mtv's truelife, and there were these teenagers who went to snowboarding summer camp in oregon. it looked really fun. it would be great to get out of arizona's 120 degrees summer tempetures. would it smart to go to a snowboarding summercamp to learn how to snowboard, and if youve seen this episode of truelife, will you tell me the name of the camp? im very familer with oregon, but never geard of that camp, help would be greatly appreciated!!! thnx

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The Oregon snowboard camps are probably the best way to learn, but they also are VERY expensive ($1500-2000 for an 8 day session). The one on MTV I think was Windells. Another one is High Cascade. Both are great, fun summer camps and they are both in Mt. Hood, Oregon. Request brochures from both camps at their websites. If you don't want to spend that much (and assuming you live in Arizona year round) you could try to take a trip to Utah or Colorado in the winter and take lessons at a mountain resort, which would cost less than a summer camp. Hope this helps!

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I need a camping group site near nyc?

mohamed

I am trying to organize a camping trip for a group of people (around 15). We live in nyc and are trying to get a place not more than a 2 hour drive from nyc. i need some place that would have many activities like swimming, fishing, boating, hiking, and more. doesnt have to have all these exactly but please i need someone to tell me its really important.

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Minister Creek Campground. Its before bridge where
Pennsylvania 666 passes State Route 1001. Camp is
within Allegheny National Forest and free of charge.
It has a shallow stream in the middle of nowhere with
the sole attraction of doing Minister Creek Trail. That
follows creek before rising to a trail junction. There's
higher route back to 666 near campground or 16 mile
path to Allegheny River. I suggest dirt bicycles speed
outing but be advised there are steep stone staircases
and slippery creek crossings. The forest trails have
primitive camp locations. Compared to NYC it is like
being on another planet. National Forest allows visitors
to tent where they choose if the forest and wildlife remain
unharmed. Skunks will eat unsupervised pets. Vehicles
cannot depart existing forest roads. Vehicle transport
all waste to municipal or commercial waste disposal.
Respect all signage found within your National Forest.
Restrict cooking to propane stoves. Bring drinking water.
I can't find better on short notice no matter how important.
Interstate 80 is most of the fast driving out of NYC. US 62
north lets you top off fuel at Oil City. Continue north on US
62 to turn right on 666. Start looking for State Route 1001
a few miles past Cougar Bob's Tavern along Penn. 666.
Turn around if you arrive at Pennsylvania Highway 948.

Backpacking Near NYC.?

soccerboy8

I live on Long Island and i was wondering if anyone knows a good place to go backcountry camping near New York City?

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I second BeachBum's motion.

I grew up hiking the trails of Harriman (which is on the backside of Bear Mountain, to place it for you), and it's a great place to go hiking. Lot's of trails, vistas of forest and lakes, and, considering how close it is to the city, somewhat isolated. This time of year, and on through the winter, I doubt you'll see another hiker.

The Catskill Mountains, only about two hours from you, have an extensive network of trials, particularly in the 10,000 acre Catskill Forest Preserve. There are several hiking guides available. For a beginner I would look at the Adirondack Mountain Club's "Guide To Catskill Trails."

The Adirondacks are probably a bit far for a casual hiking trip. But, just FYI, the Adirondack Forest Preserve is about 1/5 of New York state, and is, in fact, larger than some states. There are all sorts of trails up there, including, if you're up for some strenuous hikes, many that scale the high peaks.

add-on: I should have mentioned that there used to be a book called something like "400 walks in the new york area." IIRCC, it was published by the NewYork/New Jersey Trails Conference. Anyway, your library might have it, or can find it on the inter-library loan. Or it might still be in print, and the NY?NJTC will gladly sell you a copy.

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