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                                                               Smoky the Bear says

You will find when camping there are a  few little tidbits that  can make your camping trip a very enjoyable experience. When camping always read and follow all the rules of the campground you are patronizing. If you are taking an animal (dog,cat,etc) camping with you , you should always keep them on a leash, National Forest rules demands that you do this and especially in the camping area.
 
Camping in national forest's in most parts of the west, you will find that, the camp grounds are run by concessionaire's. What this means to the camper is, that,  the Forest Service has designated someone other than themselves to take care of the camping facility in your National Forest.

As a spokesman for Smoky The Bear we are delighted to share with you some useful recreational camping tips. These tips can make your camping adventures in the national Forest safe,exciting and memorable.

  SAFETY:
Be sure to take a first aid kit, map, compass, whistle and guidebook particularly if you plan to hike on your camping trip. Be prepared for unexpected changes in the weather. Bring along a raincoat or poncho, sunglasses and sunburn lotion also extra clothes and blankets.
Whether you will be with family, friends, or doing it  alone, always leave a copy of you trip plans with family or a close friend. Be sure to contact someone back home if your plans are changed. Give specific instructions of how you can be reached, if it became necessary. Do not leave food out if you are going to be away from your camp site. All food should be stored in a safe place, such as in the trunk of your vehicle, or inside your vehcile with windows rolled up tight. If you are camping and hiking with a group you should always have a designated leader and there should be no more than eight people assigned to a leader.

Find out as much as you can about the area where you will be staying. Obtain maps if you can. Know campground locations and types of camping permitted-tents, RVs ,trailers, etc. It may be necessary to make camping reservations. Have an alternate plan if you do not reserve. Find out what facilities the camp ground provides( water, dump stations, showers, toilets and firepits,etc).

AT THE CAMPGROUND:
Select a site, if this camp ground has reservation  then look for those plaques designating reserved. If you do not have a reservation you can take any unmarked and open site, do not try to use someone else's reserved site- be courteous. Select a site that suites your needs, (close to toilet, water etc).Cutting trees,shrubs or branches is forbidden at most campgrounds.

CAMPGROUND COURTESY:
Respect the rights and privacy of other campers. Avoid making loud noises at night. National Forest camping you will find that there is a quiet time from 10pm until 8 AM and it is enforced.. Treat signs, tables and all there facilities as if they were your own. Leave no trace that you have been in the forest. Use only designated camping area's, paths and trails. Leave the wild flowers for other's to enjoy. Do not dig holes unless it is permitted. If you dig holes replace the soil and sod and tamp it well. Help maintain the natural beauty of your national forest.
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