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Camping is a very popular pastime. With how easy it is to get an outdoor camping tent more people are taking it up all the time. But, one mistake that a lot of new campers make is that they get the wrong kind of equipment. This starts with buying the wrong tents. There is such a huge selection when it comes to tents that it can be very confusing for anyone to pick the right one.
People camp year round, which is why tents come marked for different seasons. A 1 season tent is set to be used only in summer. It is lighter weight and generally incorporates a lot of mesh for better ventilation. It does come with a rain fly, but not as big as if it were a 3 or more season tent. It perfect for someone who only camps in the summer, or has weight restrictions.
A 3 season tent is the most common outdoor camping tent for sale. It is good for spring, summer and fall. They are generally not rated to be used below about 40 degrees. The material that these outdoor camping tents are made of is heavier and it includes a sturdier rain fly. These tents also have more poles to keep it upright in wind or storms.
A 4 or all season tent is made for people to camp all year round. They are heavier because they have the most amount of poles and the heaviest material. They do cost more than 3 season tents, but if a person doesn't want to cold camp they aren't worth the extra cost, even though they are more versatile.
Another problem that people run across when they are buying camping tents is the size. They look at the amount of people that each outdoor camping tent says it will hold and figure that tent will fit everyone and their equipment. The thing about those ratings is they are only right if the people are very friendly. A 2 person tent can hold 2 people, and their equipment, but it will be a very tight squeeze. It is better to get a larger tent and have the extra space, or have a tent to store extra equipment.
Other than the amount of people camping tents will hold there are two other things to consider about tent size. One is that a larger tent requires a larger area on the ground. An outdoor camping tent that is larger than 10'x10' are impractical because of the space of prepared ground that it needs, plus its weight. It's better to get several smaller tents than to use one large tent.
The other size issue to keep in mind is the height. Most camping tents just aren't that high, which means that adults are stooping over. A tent that is 6-7 feet in the center allows for an adult to stand up fully, but only in the small area of the center.
Camping is a great recreation. Getting out and enjoying the outdoors is a great way to build family bonds. Choosing the right outdoor camping tent just makes camping easier.
