I'm headed to the mountains for two weeks of dry camping. Any words of advice? If I don't make it out alive, any parting words?

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Mountain  Man Profile
Mountain Man answered

Yes. Don't overload Mr. Happy with unnecessary gear, watch out for uninvited dinner guests, don't forget your bug spray and most importantly, have a safe trip and enjoy yourselves. I have no parting words because I know you'll be back.  :)

Jann Nikka Profile
Jann Nikka answered

Lots of water and use the tissue above.

Corey The Goofyhawk Profile
Corey The Goofyhawk , Epic has no limit, answered

My advice is to not die! We might miss you! :D

Matt Radiance Profile
Matt Radiance answered

Following the others advises.

-Gather some water source. I suggest sportive bottles. They keep the water cold for several hours and protected against the heat.

-Make sure to have enough Hygiene equipment with yourself.

-Don't make your bags too heavy. Avoid unnecessary carriers.

-Have some back up for some possible situation.

-Don't forget flares

-Don't forget flashlights

-Pick up small gears of nutrition. (energy bars for instance)

-I suggest you make a bottle of a special trip recipe i used to have sometimes. (a bottle of honey mixed with walnut and pistachio) it's good for boosting stamina, filling the hunger and taking control of body's pressure rates.

-Defensive equipment for emergency. Knives and guns (extra ammo)

-Pick up suit cloths estimating the weather and unexpected actions.

-Pick up the nice shoes, regarding you might not be always inside your RV or vehicle. You might want to be able to walk in the most suitable supportive condition.

-Be careful with trusting unknown people around unreliable locations.

After all, relax and enjoy your time. I wish you all the best and stop that! You'll be back safe and sound, healthy and happy! Very happy! Mrs and Mr Happy! :)

Will miss you and looking up to your happy return. Have fun :)

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HappyTo BeHereTo
HappyTo BeHereTo commented
Thank you Matt!! I'd been teasing and joking about bears with several people, but I'm sure all will go well. We'll just take gentle walks this time. It's fun to go for 10 hour hikes to high mountain lakes, but Mr. Happy is too sore for that.
Relaxing is fun too!!! :)
Matt Radiance
Matt Radiance commented
I wish you all the best! it's gonna be awesome cos i said so! however, you make sure one of those "Burgers ready yet" ? bears don't appear at your table !!! LOL!
Rooster Cogburn Profile
Rooster Cogburn , Rooster Cogburn, answered

Bring plenty of extra ammo !

Tom  Jackson Profile
Tom Jackson answered

Yes.

Have fun.

1) obey all traffic laws.

2) "To really enjoy doing this you'll need be able to camp without hookups for water, electric, and sewer."

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Tom  Jackson
Tom Jackson commented
Oh, Definitely---and it's hard to relax at those prices.
HappyTo BeHereTo
HappyTo BeHereTo commented
Indeed. My husband is going in for hip replacement surgery when we get back, so this trip will be about relaxing. I have some tasty meals prepared, so maybe I'll fatten him up!
Tom  Jackson
Tom Jackson commented
Sounds like an excellent plan.
PJ Stein Profile
PJ Stein answered

When hiking, always a carry a compass, a whistle, water, and a walking stick. And have a great time!

Yin And Yang Profile
Yin And Yang answered

I have never been camping..... Sorry Happy......

The only advice I could come up with is "If you see the tepee rocking don't come a knocking!" LOLOLOL!

Anyways have fun, be safe, come back and tell us all about it!!!!! :0)

Virginia Lou Profile
Virginia Lou answered

Dearest Happy,

Just reading your post I am sensing the visuals of your trip...even the smells...

You will be using that new power generator I am sure, and wonderful fun...no special advice, just delight that you are going.

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HappyTo BeHereTo
HappyTo BeHereTo commented
Thank you Virginia. 50 miles from nowhere sounds delightful. I doubt I'll even get a phone signal !!
At first I was worried my son wouldn't want us gone that long. "Go!" he says. "I could use the peace and quiet." LOLOLOL!!!
Virginia Lou
Virginia Lou commented
Oh that is a wonderful boy of yours, good for him!
Yin And Yang
Yin And Yang commented
LOL! :0)
Cindy  Lou Profile
Cindy Lou answered

Here's a great outdoor chili recipe that tastes SOOOO GOOO while camping :

In a Dutch oven, brown plenty of hamburger or finely cut stew beef.  Add a chopped fine small yellow onion,  green pepper (optional), chopped tomatoes (Roma tomatoes are best), and plenty of fresh garlic (or garlic spice) . Add a package of Williams Chili Seasoning Spice to make things easier as far as seasoning . I add a few cans of pinto beans to mine,  and then add a larger container of V-8 juice and that makes it SO tasty.

Cook over an open fire until thick-about an hour and enjoy .

This recipe is delicious and easy for indoors and outdoors too !

Have a wonderful time!! ❤️

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Yin And Yang
Yin And Yang commented
SINCERITY!!!!!!!!!
HappyTo BeHereTo
HappyTo BeHereTo commented
Whoa!!! Thank you Sin!!!!!!! I have a couple of days for precooking, freezing and planning fireside menus. I've already copied and saved this. ❤️❤️❤️ I love new recipes!
There's only the two of us, so I may make this ahead of time, bring some and freeze the rest. If I don't have time now, I'll definitely try it for our next cookout or camping trip.

😊😊😊

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