Camping

Camping in a variety of forms has become increasibgly popular. Millions of people each year turn to the great outdoors for relaxation. There are many beautiful places-fine lakes and streams, lush montain trails, and vast wilderness areas that can be enjoyed only by those who camp. People every where are retuening to the outdoors life.

Today’s camper may be a backpaker-acamper whose wquipment is carried on the back. Or the camper may be a "trailerite," who goes with family of friends to a state park in a trailer or mobile home. Backpacker or trailerite, each is camping, and camping is now a part of our way of life.

Why? One reason is that leisure time is on the increase and families are seeking news ways to enjoy their surroundings. Parents are looking for project to involve the whole family. Money is a second reason for camping’s increased popularity. A vacation with motel and restaurant expenses can put a big dent in a budget. So an investment in camping equipment that can be reused seems to many people to be a worthwhile expenditure.

Then there is the current trend to venture forth into the unknown-to be pioneers and to live close to and with nature. Whatever their reason, campers by the millions are rediscovering their natural surroundings.