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100 Days of Summer: Get Out and Go Camping
“It’s just great,” says Linda Profaizer, president and CEO of the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds in Larkspur, Colo., of camping. “It’s a great way to not only spend time outdoors, but also spend quality time with family and friends.”
According to Travel Industry Association with source credit to Adventure Travel 
Report, camping is the the number one outdoor vacation activity in America.
So, when was the last time that you’ve gone camping? If you had to think about it, well, that means it’s been too long.
And really, nothing should be holding you back. According to Profaizer, camping is a very affordable vacation.
“Even if you don’t have a RV or camper, you can rent one for the weekend. At many campground, you can rent one there.”
Other accommodation options include a tent, cabins or even yurts.
In addition, another money saving feature of camping is that you can cook onsite, thus eliminating the need to eat out.
She also adds that many campgrounds are convenient to everything you need, allowing you to cut down on gas expenses.
“You can walk outside and you can do what you want to do.”
Whether you want to hike, bike, walk, fish, nature watch or just relax; or all of the above, you can when you go camping.
When it comes to choosing a campground for you, here are a few options to consider.
If you enjoy kayaking/canoeing/river rafting, take a look at…
- Redbeard’s Ranch in Lebanon, Mo.
- Boiling Springs Campground in Dixon, Mo.
- Wilderness Cove Campground in Saluda, N.C.
For those who like fishing, there’s…
- Tom Sawyer’s Mississippi River RV Park in West Memphis, Ark.
- Brookland (Texas)/Lake Sam Rayburn KOA
- Big Meadow Campground in Townsend, Tenn.
- Lake Rousseau RV & Fishing Resort in Crystal River, Fla.
And if you’re looking for a little bit of everything for your camping experience, how about…
- Wales West RV Resort in Silverhill, Ala.
- Heavenly Acres Campground in Stanardsville, Va.
- Dogwood Lakes Camping Resort in Dunmor, Ky.
photo credit: Camping is in Tents, flickr, creative commons by piratejohnny
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