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Ep76 – Choosing a Campsite

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Not every camping experience is sunshine, campfires, and fresh damper.

Often, that setup space by the tranquil waterhole seems charming in daylight – but by sundown, becomes a breeding ground for bugs!

In this episode of the Snowys Camping Show, Ben and Lauren pare it back to the bare basics, detailing how to best determine the right campsite for your unique setup.

From washing-machine winds behind the dunes, to cutting through campsites to get to the loo (just go around!) – tune in to our outdoor experts for their top campsite considerations, and start kicking back in your outback hangout.

Shortcuts:

00:00 – Intro

01:07 – Back to Basics

02:35 – Not Everyone Gets it Right…

04:15 – Arrive Before Dark

06:27 – Space and Orientation

10:20 – Ground Considerations

13:59 – Overhead Considerations

15:59 – Lighting and Amenities

18:46 – Environmental Factors

20:58 – Privacy

23:56 – Water Courses

26:41 – Paths and Roads

28:30 – Finding and Booking a Campsite

31:00 – Lauren’s Tip

Mentioned in this Episode:

Podcasts:

Ep61 – Finding the Best Campsites

Category Pages:

Tents & Shelters

4WD Awnings

Tarps & Matting

Pegs, Poles & Repair

Products:

Oztent RV-5 Canvas Touring Tent

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Catch you out there!

A group of campers are seated around a campfire. In the background is a green tent.

Tune in to our outdoor experts for their top campsite considerations, and start kicking back in your outback hangout! Credit: OZtrail