Title: Off-season camping reasons?
Post by: AustinBoston on Oct 12, 2007, 09:12 AM
Post by: AustinBoston on Oct 12, 2007, 09:12 AM
So why do you camp in the off-season?
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Post by: TheViking on Oct 12, 2007, 09:20 AM
Post by: TheViking on Oct 12, 2007, 09:20 AM
This is why we camp in the winter........
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Post by: wavery on Oct 12, 2007, 09:21 AM
Post by: wavery on Oct 12, 2007, 09:21 AM
Quote from: AustinBostonSo why do you camp in the off-season?We don't have an "Off-season". :p
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Post by: AustinBoston on Oct 12, 2007, 10:03 AM
Post by: AustinBoston on Oct 12, 2007, 10:03 AM
Quote from: TheVikingThis is why we camp in the winter........
I hope that was an ATV vote...
Austin
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Post by: TheViking on Oct 12, 2007, 10:26 AM
Post by: TheViking on Oct 12, 2007, 10:26 AM
Quote from: AustinBostonI hope that was an ATV vote...
Austin
Of course it was.
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Post by: dkutz on Oct 12, 2007, 10:38 AM
Post by: dkutz on Oct 12, 2007, 10:38 AM
Because I can. We in California, not Minnesota!!
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Post by: AustinBoston on Oct 12, 2007, 10:48 AM
Post by: AustinBoston on Oct 12, 2007, 10:48 AM
Quote from: dkutzBecause I can. We in California, not Minnesota!!
We can in Minnesota, too...anybody who thinks you can't has never seen the tent cities (and trailers and even cabins) that spring up on some of the lakes during ice fishing season.
I was out last weekend at a pop-up rally. DW is camping this weekend (w/o the pop-up) with a group of teens. At least one of us will be out again this year.
But you Californians are too wimpy to even imaghine that camping in -25
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Post by: Dee4j on Oct 12, 2007, 10:50 AM
Post by: Dee4j on Oct 12, 2007, 10:50 AM
I really don't think we have an off season. I was born in Cali and will die in Cali....
Brian cool pic..great xmas card material
Brian cool pic..great xmas card material
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Post by: dkutz on Oct 12, 2007, 10:54 AM
Post by: dkutz on Oct 12, 2007, 10:54 AM
Quote from: AustinBostonWe can in Minnesota, too...anybody who thinks you can't has never seen the tent cities (and trailers and even cabins) that spring up on some of the lakes during ice fishing season.
I was out last weekend at a pop-up rally. DW is camping this weekend (w/o the pop-up) with a group of teens. At least one of us will be out again this year.
But you Californians are too wimpy to even imaghine that camping in -25
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Post by: AustinBoston on Oct 12, 2007, 11:01 AM
Post by: AustinBoston on Oct 12, 2007, 11:01 AM
Quote from: dkutzyeah no thanks I will pass. I have NEVER been in that cold of weather, not sure I would want to. I did just see an Airstreem listed with ice fishing holes in its floor! ah ha
It's better than the heat I've seen in parts of the southwest, that's for sure. I thought I would have a hard time adapting when I moved out from Massachusetts, but it took maybe two weeks.
I would die before living in SoCal... :yikes:
Florida is FAR worse, though. I will die before I even VISIT Florida in the summer again.
Austin
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Post by: BLCBRYAN on Oct 12, 2007, 11:02 AM
Post by: BLCBRYAN on Oct 12, 2007, 11:02 AM
Quote from: AustinBostonSo why do you camp in the off-season?
You needed to put one more option on the poll.
One that says to get away from the crowds.
We love winter camping.
Next weekend is Hatteres, NC.10/19-10/22 4 Days.
In December 1 week in Bethany Beach DE.
Can't wait till the annual Feburary trip to Western MD.(SNOW) :D
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Post by: AustinBoston on Oct 12, 2007, 11:03 AM
Post by: AustinBoston on Oct 12, 2007, 11:03 AM
Quote from: Dee4jI was born in Cali and will die in Cali...
I used to say that about Massachusetts. PJay said that about me in Massachusetts.
Now that I've actually left, the only reason I'll go back is for weddings and funerals...and NOT my own.
Austin
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Post by: 6Quigs on Oct 12, 2007, 06:02 PM
Post by: 6Quigs on Oct 12, 2007, 06:02 PM
WOW,
A picture of the Viking without a drink in his hand ;)
A picture of the Viking without a drink in his hand ;)
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Post by: 6Quigs on Oct 12, 2007, 06:09 PM
Post by: 6Quigs on Oct 12, 2007, 06:09 PM
Quote from: AustinBostonBut you Californians are too wimpy to even imaghine that camping in -25
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Post by: wavery on Oct 12, 2007, 06:09 PM
Post by: wavery on Oct 12, 2007, 06:09 PM
Quote from: AustinBostonIt's better than the heat I've seen in parts of the southwest, that's for sure. I thought I would have a hard time adapting when I moved out from Massachusetts, but it took maybe two weeks.Spread the word....will ya. :D
I would die before living in SoCal... :yikes:
Florida is FAR worse, though. I will die before I even VISIT Florida in the summer again.
Austin
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Post by: ScouterMom on Oct 12, 2007, 07:15 PM
Post by: ScouterMom on Oct 12, 2007, 07:15 PM
There's a BIG advantage to camping in the north, or upper midwest in the winter.....
NO BUGS!
There's usually more wildlife to see, too - without so many other campers around!
I learned to like winter camping on Boy Scout 'survival' campouts - we pair the boys up, and they each get a large tarp, a length of rope, and 2 'christmas trees' (leftovers from a tree place after christmas) to build a shelter with. The boys can choose to pair up even more, if they wish - giving them additional building materials; 4 boys = 4 trees, 2 ropes and 2 tarps, etc. they can also use what ever they can 'find' on the ground like additional branches, leaves, etc.
It's amazing how much heat can be generated by a couple of bodies inside one of these small shelters. we have to warn the boys to 'vent' them to let the moisture escape, or they would get drenched! We've had some really 'creative' shelters, too. One boy made a hammock out of his tarp, rope & sticks!
It's been really neat to build a shelter, go to sleep in it, and wake up to find it snowing outside while you are cozy and warm inside your den!
Laura
NO BUGS!
There's usually more wildlife to see, too - without so many other campers around!
I learned to like winter camping on Boy Scout 'survival' campouts - we pair the boys up, and they each get a large tarp, a length of rope, and 2 'christmas trees' (leftovers from a tree place after christmas) to build a shelter with. The boys can choose to pair up even more, if they wish - giving them additional building materials; 4 boys = 4 trees, 2 ropes and 2 tarps, etc. they can also use what ever they can 'find' on the ground like additional branches, leaves, etc.
It's amazing how much heat can be generated by a couple of bodies inside one of these small shelters. we have to warn the boys to 'vent' them to let the moisture escape, or they would get drenched! We've had some really 'creative' shelters, too. One boy made a hammock out of his tarp, rope & sticks!
It's been really neat to build a shelter, go to sleep in it, and wake up to find it snowing outside while you are cozy and warm inside your den!
Laura
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Post by: TheViking on Oct 12, 2007, 10:35 PM
Post by: TheViking on Oct 12, 2007, 10:35 PM
Quote from: ScouterMomThere's a BIG advantage to camping in the north, or upper midwest in the winter.....
NO BUGS!
There's usually more wildlife to see, too - without so many other campers around!
I learned to like winter camping on Boy Scout 'survival' campouts - we pair the boys up, and they each get a large tarp, a length of rope, and 2 'christmas trees' (leftovers from a tree place after christmas) to build a shelter with. The boys can choose to pair up even more, if they wish - giving them additional building materials; 4 boys = 4 trees, 2 ropes and 2 tarps, etc. they can also use what ever they can 'find' on the ground like additional branches, leaves, etc.
It's amazing how much heat can be generated by a couple of bodies inside one of these small shelters. we have to warn the boys to 'vent' them to let the moisture escape, or they would get drenched! We've had some really 'creative' shelters, too. One boy made a hammock out of his tarp, rope & sticks!
It's been really neat to build a shelter, go to sleep in it, and wake up to find it snowing outside while you are cozy and warm inside your den!
Laura
Maybe in the winter there are no bugs, but Kristi and I lived in the mid-west and the summer mosquitoes are the size of fricken teradactyl's!
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Post by: TheViking on Oct 12, 2007, 10:48 PM
Post by: TheViking on Oct 12, 2007, 10:48 PM
Quote from: 6QuigsWOW,
A picture of the Viking without a drink in his hand ;)
What you can't see is the six pack rack and cooler on the back of my quad. I don't let them get too far away.
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Post by: AustinBoston on Oct 13, 2007, 01:31 PM
Post by: AustinBoston on Oct 13, 2007, 01:31 PM
Quote from: TheVikingMaybe in the winter there are no bugs, but Kristi and I lived in the mid-west and the summer mosquitoes are the size of fricken teradactyl's!
Maybe they're that small in other parts of the midwest, but not here in Minnesota!
Austin
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Post by: PattieAM on Oct 14, 2007, 06:37 AM
Post by: PattieAM on Oct 14, 2007, 06:37 AM
I enjoy camping in the off season as the campgrounds are less crowded, which I find to be more relaxing. I no longer have camping kids, so will generally camp during the week, and leave weekends to families who can't camp during the week.
Granted many places close their amenities (pools, etc.) Labor Day weekend, but, for me the 'get away' is worth the lack of amenities.
Cool weather camping is more enjoyable to me than the heat of the summer. I'd rather grab a sweater than be dripping wet and miserable. Critters at campgrounds are more visible when the crowds thin out - deer, etc. I love to sit quietly sipping my coffee and watch the birds and critters foraging the area for food. Peace and quiet - love it!
Granted many places close their amenities (pools, etc.) Labor Day weekend, but, for me the 'get away' is worth the lack of amenities.
Cool weather camping is more enjoyable to me than the heat of the summer. I'd rather grab a sweater than be dripping wet and miserable. Critters at campgrounds are more visible when the crowds thin out - deer, etc. I love to sit quietly sipping my coffee and watch the birds and critters foraging the area for food. Peace and quiet - love it!
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Post by: ForestCreature on Oct 14, 2007, 07:07 AM
Post by: ForestCreature on Oct 14, 2007, 07:07 AM
We're closing out the local CG in 2 weeks. Fall camping is camping at it's best. The latest I have camped is late November , it may as well have been winter, temps dove to a balmmy 12* at night. It was fun 'till my banshee froze as we sat around the campfire.
After that true winter camping hasn't happened yet, I am still trying to convince DH to try it at one of the CGs thats oppen yr round here in MI.
After that true winter camping hasn't happened yet, I am still trying to convince DH to try it at one of the CGs thats oppen yr round here in MI.
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Post by: dee106 on Oct 14, 2007, 07:39 PM
Post by: dee106 on Oct 14, 2007, 07:39 PM
no bugs, no crowds, no sweating, pretty colors. great friends, great campfires ,
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Post by: tlhdoc on Oct 14, 2007, 08:18 PM
Post by: tlhdoc on Oct 14, 2007, 08:18 PM
Here here for off season camping. Take a look at my Webshots page :D
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Post by: skamper75 on Oct 15, 2007, 06:41 PM
Post by: skamper75 on Oct 15, 2007, 06:41 PM
Quote from: dee106no bugs, no crowds, no sweating, pretty colors. great friends, great campfires ,yep,yep,yep,yep
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Post by: dcampbell1969 on Oct 16, 2007, 10:25 AM
Post by: dcampbell1969 on Oct 16, 2007, 10:25 AM
We'll be camping with our PUPS group for a New Years trip.
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Post by: muckgram on Oct 17, 2007, 04:35 PM
Post by: muckgram on Oct 17, 2007, 04:35 PM
Steelhead fishing on and around Lake Ontario in two weeks. Should be pretty chilly in Western New York and we love it! Just have switch to a Baileys and coffee instead of cold labatts!
RG
RG
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Post by: Funrover on Oct 18, 2007, 01:00 PM
Post by: Funrover on Oct 18, 2007, 01:00 PM
No one else there!!!!! and I like that!
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Post by: wavery on Oct 18, 2007, 01:39 PM
Post by: wavery on Oct 18, 2007, 01:39 PM
Quote from: FunroverNo one else there!!!!! and I like that!I'd rather go sailing :sombraro: ..........in the tropics.........where it's WARM.
There's no one there....that's for sure......but it's a heck of a lot more comfortable.........sometimes :p .
Then again..........I've never gotton motion sickness on the ice :o ...............BRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!!!!!! :frosty: Give me the tropics.
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Post by: Funrover on Oct 19, 2007, 11:30 AM
Post by: Funrover on Oct 19, 2007, 11:30 AM
Quote from: waveryI'd rather go sailing :sombraro: ..........in the tropics.........where it's WARM.
There's no one there....that's for sure......but it's a heck of a lot more comfortable.........sometimes :p .
Then again..........I've never gotton motion sickness on the ice :o ...............BRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!!!!!! :frosty: Give me the tropics.
LOL I love the snow......... What can I say I am a weird one!
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Post by: Mountaineer on Oct 22, 2007, 11:06 AM
Post by: Mountaineer on Oct 22, 2007, 11:06 AM
We have enjoyed snow camping in Nov. and April but Dec., Jan., and Feb., are out until wife retires. Then we will hit warmer areas.
Phil
Phil
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Post by: CajunCamper on Oct 25, 2007, 10:46 AM
Post by: CajunCamper on Oct 25, 2007, 10:46 AM
No off season for us here in the deep south. As a matter of fact the camping season is really just kicking off for us. No -25 temps for us to deal with down here. Fall and winter camping is fuuuuuunnnnn down here.
CajunCamper
CajunCamper
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Post by: uchwear on Oct 26, 2007, 10:58 AM
Post by: uchwear on Oct 26, 2007, 10:58 AM
Quote from: CajunCamperNo off season for us here in the deep south. As a matter of fact the camping season is really just kicking off for us. No -25 temps for us to deal with down here. Fall and winter camping is fuuuuuunnnnn down here.
We're not as far south as CajunCamper but we typically have good weather most of the year. Really the only time I don't like camping is in January and February here in Northwest Arkansas. Our favorite campground at a state park nearby leaves the water on and bath houses open year round. The bath houses are even heated.
No bugs, no crowds, choice of campsite. My work schedule rotates on 12 hours shifts and I get weekdays off frequently. We usually have the campground to ourselves.
Happy Camping
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Post by: curryp on Oct 28, 2007, 09:54 AM
Post by: curryp on Oct 28, 2007, 09:54 AM
Way too cold up here in the Adirondacks of NYS for camping. There were flurries in the air this morning. The camper and boat are winterized and parked until next season. However, the snowmobile trailer with two snowmobiles on it is pulled out from storage and ready for winter. :p
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Post by: Eric Sass on Oct 28, 2007, 04:47 PM
Post by: Eric Sass on Oct 28, 2007, 04:47 PM
The word "Winterize" isn't spoken in Southern California. We're getting ready for our Veteran's Day Weekend trip.
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Post by: bdobyns on Oct 30, 2007, 07:44 PM
Post by: bdobyns on Oct 30, 2007, 07:44 PM
Because in So Cal, the weather is better during the off season, less people out there and easier to get into nicer locations (heading to Carpenteria this weekend)
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Post by: kjrjr on Aug 24, 2008, 05:33 PM
Post by: kjrjr on Aug 24, 2008, 05:33 PM
Down here there really is no "off Season". We camp whenever we can all year. In fact I like winter camping, its cooler and less crowded.