People have camped since the beginning of time. Of course, in the early days, camping was simply a way of life. As civilizations became more advanced, people moved away from simple shelters and into homes where it was warm and dry. However, in the early twentieth century people began camping for fun.

Camping allows you to experience the outdoors, get away from the high-paced modern world, and even fine tune your survival skills. You can camp in a tent, in a cabin, in a recreational vehicle, or even just go to sleep under the stars. There are many camping grounds spread over the entire United States. Some environmentally protected areas do not permit camping, so you should call ask permission if you are not camping in a designated camp ground.

The Date Activity

Camping on a date can be adventurous, romantic, or both. Many people feel more energy when they are camping outdoors and breathing in fresh air. Camping can be intimate and romantic if you share a small tent and listen to the sound of rain falling on your tent. However, camping can also be done with a new date as you can easily sleep in separate tents. For a really romantic date, consider beach camping. Many beaches will let you set up tents on the sand in designated areas. There are few things as romantic as sleeping with someone you care about with the ocean crashing right outside your door.

Camping isn't just about sleeping outdoors, however. You can hike, fish, swim, roast marshmallows, or look for birds or other animals. Some campgrounds will allow you to rent the equipment you need. If you enjoy camping, you might consider purchasing a tent, sleeping bags, a lantern and any other things you would like to make your trip more enjoyable. While it might be a little pricy to start out with, once you have all the equipment then you can enjoy camping over and over again for very little money.

On Your Own / With Friends

Many people enjoy camping by themselves. It can be a way to unwind and relax from a stressful week. If you do camp by yourself, make sure you let someone know where you will be and when you plan on being back.

Camping is also fun with a large group of people. Most camp grounds have areas where it is easy to set up multiple tents. If your friends like the outdoors, then camping can be an inexpensive way for everyone to get together and have fun. It is also good for families with children. Kids love to go camping and many theme parks and other attractions offer camp grounds nearby which can make your trip a lot more affordable.