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you leave a campsite in the morning, always double-check that the fire has no chance of staying lit or lighting up again.

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      The number of coals used to heat a Dutch oven can be adjusted to obtain certain temperatures.

      Placing the coals

      If you are using a 12" Dutch oven with approximately 24 coals, use the following guidelines for positioning them for the cooking temperature you need:

      To sauté, fry or boil: Spread all coals underneath the pot (12 to 16 coals may be enough).

      To simmer or stew: Spread about 16 coals underneath the pot and 8 coals on the lid (⅔ bottom and ⅓ top). Allow the coals to burn for 1 to 1½ hours before replenishing.

      To roast: Make a cooking ring with about 12 coals underneath the pot and 12 coals on the lid (½ bottom and ½ top). Replenish the coals after 30 to 45 minutes or as needed.

      To bake: Make a cooking ring with about 8 coals underneath the pot and 16 coals on the lid (⅓ bottom and ⅔top). Replenish the coals after 30 to 45 minutes or as needed.

      While camping, there’s nothing worse than realizing you forgot something important at home, and it’s not always easy to run out to a nearby store to pick up what you need. To avoid

      Personal/shelter basics

      imagesFirst aid kit (suggestions below for a basic kit)

      imagesPersonal medications

      imagesBandages

      imagesIbuprofen

      imagesBurn gel

      imagesAnti-itch cream

      imagesOintment

      imagesBaby powder

      imagesClothing (go for clothes you can layer; i.e. wool socks, moisture-wicking clothing, etc.)

      imagesBoots or trail shoes

      imagesCamp footwear (i.e. sandals)

      imagesRain gear

      imagesLaundry bag

      imagesTowels

      imagesTravel-size soap/shampoo

      imagesHygiene basics (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, feminine products, etc.)

      imagesSunglasses

      imagesSunblock/hat

      imagesToilet paper (enclosed in a plastic zip-lock baggie)

      imagesBug repellant

      imagesNotebook and pen/pencil

      imagesBooks

      imagesTent (with footprint and rainfly)

      imagesSleeping bags, pillows, air mattress (and repair kit), blankets, etc.

      imagesGames (cards, board games, etc.)

      imagesWater bottles/jugs (one per person) this problem, make a list of everything you need to pack. Below are some of the more essential items. Photocopy this page before a trip and add to it as needed.

      Safety/navigation basics

      imagesWatch

      imagesKnife/hatchet

      imagesFlashlights or headlamps (with extra batteries)

      imagesLanterns/candles

      imagesWhistles

      imagesMatches or lighter

      imagesMap

      imagesCell/satellite phone

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      It’s always a good idea to prepare for a camping trip by starting with the most basic supplies listed here.

       Camping Food Basics

      Plan out your meals before you purchase all the food for your camping trip. Below is a basic list of other foods you might need while spending time in the great outdoors. Photocopy and print this list and add to it as needed.

      Cooking necessities

      imagesCast iron cookware

      imagesPot for boiling water

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