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The Practical Family Camping Guide

Real camping experience for families who want their first trip to be comfortable, organised and enjoyable—not a cold, wet “never again” weekend.

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Dave standing beneath his tarp beside his tent and outdoor cooking area
Tested in real weather, on real campsites, with equipment I genuinely use.

A Dose of Dave PDF guide

Comfort is not cheating.

I started family camping with three young children and already had experience as a hiker and camper. I knew a good first trip needed enough room, warm bedding, proper meals and somewhere dry to sit.

This 32-page guide explains what I do before, during and after a camping trip. It includes my present-day air-tent setup as well as the simple, affordable equipment we used as a young family.

“All the gear and no idea is not worth the money. Knowing what keeps your family warm, dry and comfortable is invaluable.”

What is inside

Practical help from choosing a campsite to getting home.

01

Planning a comfortable first family trip

02

Choosing a tent, beds and warm bedding

03

Pitching an air tent and creating shelter with a tarp

04

Food, outdoor cooking, lighting and electric hook-up

05

Keeping children comfortable in wet weather

06

Packing away, drying the tent and storing the equipment

07

A three-page printable family-of-four checklist

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