1. SPRING CAMPING NOTES
(1) In spring, the temperature is unstable and the temperature difference is large. Therefore, carry clothing that is warm enough to prevent catching cold.
(2) Choose suitable locations to camp: near water, leeward, remote cliffs, near villages, shady, animal protection, lightning protection.
(3) Spring outings often encounter low temperature, overcast rain, dense fog, strong convective weather, and lightning weather conditions, so pay attention to wearing appropriate clothing, not too much, nor too little. Remember to bring a warm coat with you.
(4) Pay attention to hygiene when going out and don't stay in crowded places. Choose a place with good air quality, such as climbing mountains, or going to the seaside, forests, etc.
(5) Rain gear is a must for spring outings. It is best to bring a small folding umbrella or disposable convenience raincoat.
(6) Shoes must be comfortable, and women should not wear high heels when traveling. If your feet become red and swollen, soak your feet with hot water before going to bed to clear your meridians.
2. SUMMER CAMPING NOTES
(1) In summer, there are many strong convective weather conditions, and some mountainous areas have a alpine microclimate. In addition, the upstream reservoir may be waterproof and flood discharging. When camping in the canyon, it is necessary to choose a safe distance from the water. Water is indispensable for camping and rest, and proximity to water is the first factor in choosing a camp.
(2) When selecting a camp, you should choose a place close to streams and lakes to facilitate water intake. However, it is also not allowed to set the camp on the river beach. Some rivers have power plants on the upstream. During the impounding period, the river beach is wide and the water flow is small. Once water is released or rainstorm occurs, floodplain may occur, and attention must be paid to prevention. When camping in some valleys and river beaches, it is particularly important to choose a place with a lee. It is more convenient and safer to use fire when facing leeward.
(3) If you need to live for more than two days, it is best to choose a shady place to camp, for example, under large trees and to the north of the mountain, it is best to shine towards the sun rather than at sunset. This way, if you rest during the day, the tent won't be too stuffy. Level the ground.
(4) Before setting up a tent, the selected camp should be cleaned up, and any uneven, thorny, or pointed objects such as rocks, low shrubs, etc. should be removed. Uneven areas can be filled with soil or grass. In order to facilitate accommodation, dining, and entertainment, camps should also be divided into areas such as tent camping areas, fire areas, water intake areas, dining areas, entertainment areas, and health areas.
3. AUTUMN CAMPING ATTENTION
(1) If you want to succeed in your first autumn camping trip, planning a route is the most fundamental. Before starting, you can find experienced teammates to accompany you, or bring navigation equipment to avoid getting lost.
(2) Autumn is not longer than summer, with shorter days and longer nights. Therefore, it is necessary to start early and arrive at the camp as early as possible to avoid traveling when it is dark.
(3) Bringing enough clothes to keep warm is the top priority for autumn camping. When camping in summer, you can wear short sleeves and start off. If it's cold at night, add a fleece. Autumn camping is not like this. You should include soft shells, fleece, cotton-padded clothes, and even down jackets in your preparation. You should have enough warm clothes in your bag to have confidence during autumn camping.
4. WINTER CAMPING PRECAUTIONS
(1) It is important to keep clothing dry, especially gloves and socks.
(2) It is best to use fire to dry clothes at night or put them in a sleeping bag, and use body temperature to dry them during sleep.
(3) It is best to also put shoes inside a sleeping bag, such as putting them outside the sleeping bag. By the next morning, they will freeze and harden, making them not only difficult to wear, but also abrading their feet.
(4) Do not wear shoes to bake your feet, which not only prevents drying, but also creates moisture inside the shoes on the reverse side. Walking in the ice and snow when going out can condense into ice, which can easily lead to frostbite.
(5) You can put plastic bags over your socks and then put on your shoes to keep your feet warm and insulated from moisture.
(6) Remove the thermal insulation cover from a military kettle filled with hot water and hold it in your arms. It can not only warm you up, but also wash your face the next day.
