How to Have the Perfect Camping Trip

Pack the Toys

No, that doesn't mean you should load up your video games. What you really need to be packing up are the ATVs and other such outdoor toys. Make sure they're all tuned up and ready for your next trip well in advance. Not only does having ATVs on the trip give you something fun to do during the day, but it can help you get farther from civilization, as they'll carry you well off of the beaten path for you to set up camp.

You'll also want to make sure that you have a trailer to safely transport your toys to your destination. If you have one already, make sure it's in good shape. Ensure there are straps to hold the gear down, that the gate lifts and lowers properly, and that the tires have sufficient air. If you don't have a trailer, head out to a place that sells or rents trailers in Milwaukee to find one that will carry your toys.

Choose Travel Buddies

The people you take along on your camping trip are vital. They'll be a big factor in determining just how fun your trip is. Of course, if you're a loner who's looking to get away from it all, you may choose to not take any camping companions at all. If you do go this route, make sure that you're able to get access to help quickly if you need it, in case you're injured on your trip.

If you are taking friends, ensure that they are people who enjoy the outdoors as much as you do. You don't want to take someone who's just going to complain about the mosquitoes and sleeping on the ground the whole time. You will also want to choose a group that gets along with everyone else. As much as you may like both Bob and Joe, if they don't like each other, it's not going to make for a very fun trip. 

Plan the Trip

Now you need to plan where you're going and how long you'll be camping. This should be a group decision so that nobody ends up camping for longer than they're comfortable. Knowing where you're going will also help you to plan out activities for your trip, as well as create an emergency plan in case something goes wrong. Plus, it's a vital part of the next step.

Know What You Need

Once you've picked your companions and planned out how long of a trip you're going to take, you need to make a list of what supplies you need. Pack as light as you can, but make sure you're taking enough food and clothing for the duration of your excursion. You may want to take a few extra supplies, in case you get stuck out in the wilderness for some reason.

The amount of gear you need depends on the kind of camper you are. If you like to have prepackaged food for every meal, make sure you take enough. On the other hand, if you're a survivalist and want to try trapping or catching food, then you can take less; however, make sure you still take some food and water with you, in case you can't find what you need to survive.

Once you've planned out the gear you need, know where you're going and for how long, and know how you're taking with you, you can start looking for trailers in Milwaukee to take you on the camping trip of a lifetime.