It won’t be long before the leaves begin to change and temperature drops, but that should not stop you from camping. Camping in the fall is very enjoyable and can be a whole new experience. Many things change during the fall. The trees begin to change, the animals prepare for the winter and most notable the temperature begins to fall. When packing for a fall trip care must be taken to bring the appropriate clothing and bedding. Shorts and t-shirts may be comfortable during the day, but as the sun begins to set the temperatures can drop by 30 degrees or more. Taking care to pack long pants and jackets is very important to insure a fun filled trip. Bedding is another area that must be addressed. While packing for the trip make sure to include extra covers or sleeping bags. When you think you have packed enough add one more just to be sure, you can always remove layers if needed.

Activities also change this time of year as swimming gives way to hiking or biking. Taking a little time to plan ahead will make for a wonderful trip. Research the area where you will be camping and find out what activities are available. Many parks and campgrounds offer special programs in the fall, these can be very fun especially if you have little ones coming along. Be sure to bring along the camera, as the fall foliage can make for some very spectacular photos. Last but not least have fun.