Northern Dancer
Survivalist
As I was telling 2sweed I'm already panting for summer adventure. So, as I leaned back in my computer chair I thought for a moment how did I do that - I mean set up base camp.
I remember it well...
First of all I've done my home work and know where I am going. The more advanced parks have a site map that gives you some idea of the terrain you are going to be inhabiting for whatever time you have set aside. They often show pictures and give you a description including the size of the space. I like a lot of space and will give up luxury to go into a more primitive site.
First thing I do when I arrive? I use my handy dandy fold up rake and clear any and all debris from the site. Clean out the fire place, check for dead wood and overhanging branches. Take note of the wind and the best view of the water. Cut down lines left, and pick up the beer bottle caps if need be.
When all that is done the next priority is my home tent. Set up correctly, with all the appointments that I've organized. Cot, chair, table, lamps, Reese's bed, pole lights, whatever.
Then it is on to the kitchen shelter and set that up correctly. The table is washed down with bleach and covered before setting up the stove and utensils. The kitchen area plan includes grey water disposal. I use a drinking water filter system so it has to be filled with water and hung up.
The next thing is the wash stand and/or toilet if need be. Even if there is an outhouse I still set the wash stand shelter up. I prefer to wash in the dry and not the rain and a like a tad of privacy. If there is an out house it is bleached down too, some ornaments are hung there to make it homey.
What's next? Hammock, clothes line, lanterns, decorations, raise the flag etc. Get the canoe to the shoreline.
Last is the fireplace. Finger wood, hand wood, and knee wood sheltered. All in time for the first campfire.
Well I think that's it. Man....I can see it all now. How about you? Can you see your camp site set up?
Base Camp - Home Tent and Kitchen Shelter
Wash Stand Sink made during the winter
Entrance Totem with clock and thermometer - I have several different kinds
Lanterns
I remember it well...
First of all I've done my home work and know where I am going. The more advanced parks have a site map that gives you some idea of the terrain you are going to be inhabiting for whatever time you have set aside. They often show pictures and give you a description including the size of the space. I like a lot of space and will give up luxury to go into a more primitive site.
First thing I do when I arrive? I use my handy dandy fold up rake and clear any and all debris from the site. Clean out the fire place, check for dead wood and overhanging branches. Take note of the wind and the best view of the water. Cut down lines left, and pick up the beer bottle caps if need be.
When all that is done the next priority is my home tent. Set up correctly, with all the appointments that I've organized. Cot, chair, table, lamps, Reese's bed, pole lights, whatever.
Then it is on to the kitchen shelter and set that up correctly. The table is washed down with bleach and covered before setting up the stove and utensils. The kitchen area plan includes grey water disposal. I use a drinking water filter system so it has to be filled with water and hung up.
The next thing is the wash stand and/or toilet if need be. Even if there is an outhouse I still set the wash stand shelter up. I prefer to wash in the dry and not the rain and a like a tad of privacy. If there is an out house it is bleached down too, some ornaments are hung there to make it homey.
What's next? Hammock, clothes line, lanterns, decorations, raise the flag etc. Get the canoe to the shoreline.
Last is the fireplace. Finger wood, hand wood, and knee wood sheltered. All in time for the first campfire.
Well I think that's it. Man....I can see it all now. How about you? Can you see your camp site set up?
Base Camp - Home Tent and Kitchen Shelter
Wash Stand Sink made during the winter
Entrance Totem with clock and thermometer - I have several different kinds
Lanterns
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