1. 1. C A S S I E B R O WN CAMPSITE SELECTION
2. 2. OVERVIEW When picking an ideal campsite, there are many important factors that need to be considered: What are the hazards? What are the environmental factors? Is the selection suitable for the group? What are the pros and cons of the selection?
3. 3. WHAT ARE THE HAZARDS? When picking an ideal campsite there are many hazards to consider such as: Make sure all participates have access to a water source Cliff edges are a potential hazard Weather (rain, wind) Animal habitats/territorial markings Widowers
4. 4. WHAT ARE THE ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS? There are many environmental factors to consider: Usually there are groups of 4 or 5, so its important to make sure that the selection is able to support the carrying capacity. Make sure that the selection is a level area, for comfortable sleeping conditions (no stumps, humps etc.) Site selection should have close access to latrine, cooking area and water source Put tarp under tent to prevent getting wet from weather conditions
5. 5. IS THE SELECTION SUITABLE? This picture shows an ideal campsite selection because the tent is put on a level area which makes for good sleeping conditions. Another advantage would be the beautiful scenery. However, it is an open area, which could be a hazard for weather conditions.
6. 6. WHAT ARE THE PROS AND CONS? Pros - Slight slope (drainage from tent) - Ground isnt fragile - Close to areas for recreation (pond for swimming, campfire) - Nice scenery - Cons - Some tripping hazards - Distance to latrine
7. 7. WHERE IS NOT AN IDEAL CAMPSITE? Lots of vegetation Un-level ground Mossy area (wet) Having widowers nearby Rocks could be a tripping hazard
8. 8. MY EXPERIENCE When I went on my first camping trip to Salmonier Line I was worried about the sleeping conditions, if I would get wet, and where to put my tent. Our group chose an area in the woods that was relatively sheltered which prevented heavy downpours. Our selection was very level therefore sleeping conditions were comfortable. However, our area did collect water, therefore the bottom of our tent began to get wet because there was so drainage. There were some potential hazards, such as when we tied the strings from the tent to the trees, in the dark, they were almost impossible to see unless you knew they were there, this could be dangerous in many situations, therefore it is important to also have a light to see any oncoming dangers such as string or even trees
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