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Green Camping in the New Forest National Park

Friday, 30 July 2010

UK residents' visits abroad decreased by 13 per cent during the 12 months ending in April 2010 compared with a year earlier - from 65.3 to 56.5 million (Office for National Statistics: www.statistics.gov.uk) and the trend for holidaying at home looks set to continue this year.

The New Forest National Park welcomes 13 million visitors each year. It is home to over 20 campsites totalling more than 5,000 pitches. Campers make a very significant contribution to the local economy bringing in an estimated £12.5 million each year to Forest businesses.

Saira Sheldrake, the New Forest National Park Authority’s Recreation Officer, said: ‘Wild camping was banned in the early 1970s to protect the New Forest’s special landscape.

‘However the wide range of campsites we have here mean there is still the chance to camp in a wild and ancient landscape, bringing people closer to nature and the New Forest.

‘The key challenge is to make sure that camping doesn’t have an adverse impact on this special area and that it doesn’t destroy the unique character of the New Forest – the very thing that visitors come to see and enjoy.

‘We are asking all our camping visitors to consider six simple steps to green camping in the New Forest.’

Green Camping Tips

1. Packing Green
Less stuff means more fun! Avoid bringing any unnecessary things that could end up as waste. Buy reusable products - avoid things that you use and throw away.

2. Buying Green
Help support the local economy and reduce airmiles by looking out for New Forest Marque products – the sign of good quality New Forest food and merchandise.

3. Cycling Green
Come ‘on yer bike’ or hire one at the many cycle hire centres around the New Forest. There are a wealth of cycle trails to enjoy: www3.hants.gov.uk

4. Travelling Green
Leave the car at home and use public transport to get to the campsite. With four stations in the National Park and the Waterloo-Weymouth mainline stopping at Brockenhurst in the heart of the Forest, there’s no excuse not to take a train trip and book a pre-pitched tent. For information on rail and bus connections to the New Forest visit: www.thenewforest.co.uk

Try trip-sharing. Consider organising a lift-share by car from any part of the country via one of the many car sharing websites.

If you have to drive to your campsite, why not leave your car at the site and try the New Forest tour bus which includes discounts at attractions: www.thenewforesttour.info

5. Power Green
Use a wind-up torch or a wind-up LED lantern.
Use rechargeable batteries.
Consider bringing a portable solar charger for phones, mp3 players, and cameras.
Recycle your batteries.

6. Clean Green
Separate waste at your campsite into the correct bins if a waste facility is available or head for the nearest recycling bank. Leave no trace - leave your campsite cleaner than you found it.

Source: www.prlog.org

Lucky Camper Wins A Volkswagen California!

Thursday, 29 July 2010

Lucky GMTV prize winner, Paula Harris has picked up the keys to her new Volkswagen California and received her exclusive Camping and Caravanning Club membership.

The VW California camper van, worth over £43,000, is the perfect home from home vehicle with everything you need to eat, sleep and live on the open road.

The exciting prizes were up for grabs as part of a week- long competition run by GMTV, presented by celebrity interior designer Anna Ryder Richardson, to celebrate National Camping and Caravanning Week (NCCW) and The Club’s ‘New to Camping’ campaign.

All entrants had to do was answer a simple question and send their response by phone, text or through the GMTV website.

Despite millions of entries, Paula was selected as the fortunate winner and she said: “I’m absolutely speechless. I never thought I would win- these kinds of things always happen to other people.

“I’d never entered a competition before but when I saw the unbelievable prize from The Camping and Caravanning Club and Volkswagen, I couldn’t resist.

“I entered online and completely forgot about the competition until I got a call from GMTV a few weeks later. I nearly dropped my mobile phone and just started screaming. I called my Mum straight away and I think she was possibly more excited than me!

“I can’t wait to get away in the California; I did some camping when I was younger so it’ll be fantastic to be able to re-live some childhood memories. I’ve got my eye on the Clitheroe Camping and Caravanning Club Site, so hopefully I’ll be able to visit soon.”

Matthew Eastlake, The Camping and Caravanning Club’s Marketing and Communications Director said: “It has been fantastic to team up with Volkswagen and offer such an incredible prize.

“Camping continues to be a popular pastime and we hope Paula takes advantage of her Club membership to enjoy many of The Club’s 110 award-winning Sites located throughout the UK.”

Volkswagen’s Press and Public Relations Officer, John Rawlings added: “We’re so pleased to see how excited Paula is about her California and the quality of its design and specification.

“We’re sure she will enjoy the friendly camaraderie of the Volkswagen campervan community and a great new lifestyle escaping for weekends and holidays whenever she wants in her California.”

The Camping and Caravanning Club currently has half a million members and offers great benefits.

For just £37 a year, members will receive a monthly copy of Camping & Caravanning magazine, discounted rates on all UK Club Sites, access to The Club’s international travel service- Carefree, a ‘Your Big Sites Book’, ‘Your Place in the Country 2010’ and the opportunity to take advantage of The Club’s Member Services.

For more information please visit: www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk

Yip Yahoo! Cowboy Camping

Wednesday, 28 July 2010

The innovative Pinewood Certificated Site in Scarborough has found a way to lasso in campers – with new Cowboy Camping Shacks on offer.

The shacks have double glazing and are insulated - they even have an electric heater to provide warmth throughout the year. With a two metre covered veranda featuring tables, stools and a rocking chair, campers can enjoy any weather without worrying ab out getting a drenchin’

Dave and Kerry Woodhead, Site Owners, tell us “We are always looking for new ways for campers to enjoy themselves and have tipis on-site already. We also look after our more traditional campers on our over 21’s site and our separate tenting field, and have offers throughout the year on our website.

“We are very proud of the new Cowboy Camping Shacks and hope that campers have as much fun staying as we have setting them up!”

All you need to enjoy the new shacks is bedding, a light and some cooking gear before you can mosey on down - so saddle up and go!

To book a pitch on the Pinewood Site, please visit www.siteseeker.co.uk or call 01723 367278. For more information about Certificated Sites please visit www.certsites.co.uk.

Multi-Fuel Camping Stoves

Tuesday, 27 July 2010

What are multi fuel camping stoves and why is it important to have? This is a very good question and it all depends on what your requirements are. Seasoned campers and their camping family will understand their needs for a very good camping stove. Camping stoves come in several different variations, especially with the types of fuel source. Most often the traditional fuel source will be propane. While others can use unleaded gas, wood, or even wax fuel. The best way to ensure that you have the correct stove is to review the rules and regulations for the location of your camping trip. Different camping parks have their own requirements regarding what kind of stove you are allowed to use.

Multi fuel camping stoves are important if you travel abroad to other countries. Some countries do not have unleaded gas to use. While other countries or parks will not allow the use of propane gas for safety considerations. Thus a good multi fueled camping stoves can be essential for you. This way you can be very versatile and not have to buy different kind of camping stove for every different camping trip.

There are many things to consider when you purchase your multi fuel camping stoves. Most camping stove should be very easy to set up and take up little space. Ensure that your stove is very stable and avoid anyone that tends wobble because this can be a safety concern. Try to get good reviews on a camping stove. Look for stoves that are dependable, strong, light, compact, and easy to clean.

A very good multi fuel camping stoves are made by Coleman. Coleman is one of the largest camping goods manufacturers. They have camping products from sleeping bags to lanterns. Anything that you need to for camping Coleman can provide. One of their great multi fuel product is the Coleman 2 Burner Multi Fuel Premium Compact Liquid Fuel Stove. This stove is a very reliable liquid fuel and propane camping stove. Use it while you stay in a tent or just while you cook under the stars. This two burner multi fuel camping stove will be perfect for your next camping trip. One tank of any liquid fuel can give you roughly 2 hours of cooking time with both burners on at the highest settings.

Visit them www.mycampfireoutfitters.com.

Source: www.prlog.org

PracticalSports.com Offers Tents from Catoma

Monday, 26 July 2010

PracticalSports.com, a leader in outdoor sporting goods announced today the addition of outdoor shelters from world renowned Catoma Outdoors. Catoma Adventure Shelters is a world leader in specialty tents for firefighters, tactical use, backpacking and motorcycle riders.

The focus of the company over the past two years has been to enhance product offerings, elevate the level of custome r service and increase overall efficiency of the business. “We have taken great steps to update our sites with the latest in tents and outdoor supplies” says PracticalSports.com and Rooms Delivered Principle, Byron Tabor.

With the addition of these new, innovative products from Catoma Outdoors, we now cater to a diverse customer base with a wide range of needs. We look forward to providing the finest in quality and selection for the outdoors person and their families.

The online stores now offer 1000's products for camping, hunting and including a hot summer line up of beach accessories. Whether it’s summer camping tents or tactical tents for military and law enforcement, backpacking tents for the casual hiker or the hardcore extreme camper, or motorcycle tents for the rider who loves to travel the U.S.A., we have an ever-growing line up of useful products.

If you are new to outdoor activities, PracticalSports.com makes it easy to have a wonderful time with these outstanding products. Our reputable online store has set up a very user-friendly site with ample information to meet the needs of the outdoor enthusiast.

Visit www.practicalsports.com for more details.

Source: www.prlog.org

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