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In the first place, be sure that you use a water filter when you go

camping. Do not just assume that a body of water is safe to drink

from just because it is isolated from other people or because it is

clear and you can see the bottom--there could be viruses and other

harmful materials lurking down there and they could make you very ill.

And filters work better than chemical treatments for water: chemicals

such as iodine can cause allergic reactions and they can also make

your water taste bad.

Make sure that you read the directions that come with your filter

carefully and that you follow them exactly. Also, test out the filter

before you leave home so that you know it's in good working order and

you know how to use it correctly.

Your filter should be approved by the Environmental Protection

Agency. The EPA recommends filters with a .3 micron filter so that

protozoa and bacteria will not be able to pass through. Your filter

should be lightweight--ideally, twenty ounces or less--so as not to

put too much extra weight on your back. And it should also be easy to

use, easy to take care of, and easy to clean. Cleaning filters is

important, too--they can get clogged up with the sediment they remove

from water, and a clogged filter will do you no good.

Take good care of your camping filter, use it every time you go for a

drink, and you will have a great experience in the woods, unless you

are chased by wild animals.

Tips on Using Camping Water Filters

By: David Cassell

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