By Kevin Callan
Rating: ****
Tripping in numbers is great, you have people to help carry the supplies and cook the food. It's quieter than everyday life, but in order to achieve true silence, true solitude is required. Hearing solely the sounds of the wildlife around you is one of the most peaceful experiences a person can have. Furthermore, solo tripping requires you to rely on your own abilities and through this it develops a self trust that is not easily matched by other activities.
Solo travel allows for a very free trip. You can eat what you want, when you want it, you can paddle however far you want to paddle and you can stop wherever you want. For those interested in solo tripping there are a few things to consider. Some of the things this article covered were if you are a new solo tripper you should have some group tripping experience under your belt; going at it alone requires certain skills: navigation, weather forecasting, wilderness first aid, etc. Also, going out for one or two days is not enough to decide whether solo tripping is for you. There will be things that scare you, like sleeping alone in the wilderness, but if you stay out long enough, exhaustion will get the better of you and you will get over your fears. Third, pack lightly. Unlike group trips, its just you, and you have to carry everything. Finally, tell someone what your schedule will be in case you get into trouble and bring an emergency device such as a satellite phone so you can contact someone or be located in emergency situations. These helpful tips and more were introduced in this article.
This article affected me because it highlighted some important things to think about before going tripping on your own. As this is something I plan to do in the future, it has encouraged me to think about the ways I can prepare myself for a trip and to not be discouraged if at first I don't succeed; it points out that the first few days are always the hardest. I learned that there are many options outside of the traditional tent that might be better suited for a solo trip, such as hammock tents which are lightweight and offer some flexibility about when are where to camp, which should be considered. This article has inspired me to pursue solo tripping in the years to come because it is portrayed as a character building experience for outdoor lovers such as myself and has made me more aware of the times when solitude is a welcome reprieve from my normal life. Finally, it ensures that I will do the appropriate training and/or research leading up to a trip on my own so that I am confident in my abilities. This article is a great reference for anyone looking to try camping alone.
Solo travel allows for a very free trip. You can eat what you want, when you want it, you can paddle however far you want to paddle and you can stop wherever you want. For those interested in solo tripping there are a few things to consider. Some of the things this article covered were if you are a new solo tripper you should have some group tripping experience under your belt; going at it alone requires certain skills: navigation, weather forecasting, wilderness first aid, etc. Also, going out for one or two days is not enough to decide whether solo tripping is for you. There will be things that scare you, like sleeping alone in the wilderness, but if you stay out long enough, exhaustion will get the better of you and you will get over your fears. Third, pack lightly. Unlike group trips, its just you, and you have to carry everything. Finally, tell someone what your schedule will be in case you get into trouble and bring an emergency device such as a satellite phone so you can contact someone or be located in emergency situations. These helpful tips and more were introduced in this article.
This article affected me because it highlighted some important things to think about before going tripping on your own. As this is something I plan to do in the future, it has encouraged me to think about the ways I can prepare myself for a trip and to not be discouraged if at first I don't succeed; it points out that the first few days are always the hardest. I learned that there are many options outside of the traditional tent that might be better suited for a solo trip, such as hammock tents which are lightweight and offer some flexibility about when are where to camp, which should be considered. This article has inspired me to pursue solo tripping in the years to come because it is portrayed as a character building experience for outdoor lovers such as myself and has made me more aware of the times when solitude is a welcome reprieve from my normal life. Finally, it ensures that I will do the appropriate training and/or research leading up to a trip on my own so that I am confident in my abilities. This article is a great reference for anyone looking to try camping alone.
Article:
Callan, Kevin. "The Happy Camper: Tips for Camping Solo." Explore Magazine. N.p., 15 May 2014. Web. 16 June 2014. <http://www.explore-mag.com/The_Happy_Camper_Tips_for_Camping_Solo>.
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