CAMPING TIPS (that you might not have thought of, post here)

[RWS]

Expanding on the small tarp over bed thing...the plastic bag our inner spring mattress came in, doubles as a cover...inside the bag is also good for storing flat items such as floor matting, collapseable shower etc.

[jetcrew]

Not sure if this one qualifies as a camping tip but it sure helps me .Most of us have dual battery systems but alot of us run low voltage /Anderson/apan plugs in the rear of vehicle for fridges .

I was left with problem recently when I wanted to charge my mobile phone using a little 100w inverter but did not want to leave it out under the camper (plugged in to cig lighter) and did not want to leave car ignition on to power cig lighter in car.

I then noticed like most cars my cruiser had 2 cig lighter sockets at the dash .So I pulled one out disconnected the factory wiring at the back and then ran I new lead direct to the 2nd battery under the bonnet.

I placed a little dymo label under this one saying "AUX BATT PWR" and hey presto whenever I want to charge something that's expensive (don't want left out) or is not going to like dew or moisture I can plug into dash, lock car and not have to worry about draining start batt.

hope this may be of use to someone..... 

[speewa158]

Wire the rig to charge the deep cycle intransit to camp . when you arrive disconnects the Anderson to attach to the double or triple adaptor box to dechargethe deepe into the 2 engles & phone charger .
This dose two things , keeps beer cold    ohhhhh & food , & charges phone . If you need to charge phone to be able to use it , its a sat phone or you to close to civilisation  !
                                                   

[speewa158]

The wet bed is not something I want to think about , or climb in to . We use the zip up bed protector  . The queen size mattress & protector & fitted sheet & doona & clean dry towels & personal gear  all goes into the bag . this is contained within 3 sided zip up bag & almost dust proof .
the bag is soft vinyl & works really well to keep the bed tidy . We love it !
                                                   

[tcf]

The wet bed is not something I want to think about , or climb in to .

What if you were the cause...

[speewa158]

NO No no    mostly house trained ,,,,,,,unless I have had a drink or two or three or ffffffffffffffffffffffffff ohh you know !           












                                                         

[Ricey]

Mrs Speewa don't forget to put him out with the cat. He needs more house training.

[speewa158]

You cant chuck me out at night , unsupervised , that could mean big troble ! & Im affraid of the dark when the fridge door is closed .

[singo-26]

Mrs Speewa don't forget to put him out with the cat. He needs more house training.

One thing we dont need is a feral Speewa roaming the streets at night!

[GGV8Cruza]

One thing we dont need is a feral Speewa roaming the streets at night!

especially if they multiply

[speewa158]

Wont happen not allowed to !

[Ricey]

Looks like the speyed Speewa is OK to roam the streets at night! LOL

[speewa158]

You know there were so many who fronted up ,  said they would do the job for free !

[Bubbles]

I have a few tips:

Drinks Esky - I freeze about four 600ml water bottles and a 2Lt empty cordial bottle. On those hot days setting up camp its nice to have an ice cold bottle of water. I also make big blocks of ice from man size lunch boxes. It lasts for about three days
Peg Mallet/Lifter - I bought a cheap rubber mallet and screwed a heavy duty cup hook on the end of the handle. However, I am going to buy a Coleman Peg Hammer/Lifter
Double-sided Velcro - Its great, cut to what ever size you want, can be moved and when not in use it wraps around the CT poles. Its better than the plastic ties. Saves money, landfill, and cut fingers.
Equipment Bags - Write on both sides of the bag what is inside and/or how many items are inside.
Shade Cloth - Make your own equipment bags for pegs, ropes and poles. Make sure you double layer the bottom of the bag for strength. When you have wet, muddy poles, pegs or ropes wash down the bag with the hose and hang up to dry.

Jen

[brettk]

was out camping the other weekend and was told to put your used teabags in a bottleof metho and use as firelighters, will try this out next weekend.

[lostindust]

if you have lockable clips on camper trailer, lock all of them every time...not really for security but as a way to check you have shut everything. only takes a moment, but ensures you take a moment...

[Pauly]

was out camping the other weekend and was told to put your used teabags in a bottleof metho and use as firelighters, will try this out next weekend.

Dry the teabags then use kero. Metho evaporates too quickly.

[GSK33]

was out camping the other weekend and was told to put your used teabags in a bottleof metho and use as firelighters, will try this out next weekend.

Camping next weekend Green Tea firelighters  

[olddigger]

Cotton wool balls rubbed with lots of petroleum jelly work a treat. Old bushwalking trick. Cheers, Tony

[Kit_e_kat9]

Cotton wool balls rubbed with lots of petroleum jelly work a treat. Old bushwalking trick. Cheers, Tony

Arh ... bum grease and applicator comes with a second purpose!

[Dave61]

Put an Anderson plug on the end of the solar panels so you can hook up to the CT,and when the CT is charged up you can plug it into your car and charge the auxiliary battery.

Locks on the CT will last longer if they are locked before you travel on outback roads. By locking the locks the little tumblers inside can't rattle around and wear prematurely.

Dave

[kranky al]

wet bed at night

[speewa158]

There is medication & pads that nobody will notice that will help you here . they have helped many who shell remain nameless  .( no more for you OK ! )
You should be proud of yourself to  can come to your peers with no fear of the pizzling you may recive   

[GU Rich]

If the butterfly style pole tightners strip in the pole like mine have after plenty of use. Use a hose clamp to hold the pole up. I have 2 stripped within a few days of each other lucky I bought extra hose clamps....

Hope this post makes sense!! 

Cheers rich

[Kit_e_kat9]

A couple of metal 'kebab' sticks (with ring style handle at one end) will help support a roast that just keeps wanting to roll on your spuds.  Just jam them in to make an X and use these to turn it over as well.  Cooks on all 4 sides easily.  They also make turning kebabs easier too as your tongs have something to grab.

Kit_e