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How do I keep a fire going all night?

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The rule of thumb is that at bare minimum, you need a pile of kindling that's roughly the size of a VW Beetle and then double that. It's a lot of kindling. In a pinch, you can always throw some twigs or pine needles in the fire as it's going out to give yourself a few minutes to go and grab some more kindling.

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How do you put a fire out?

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You pour water over it, but don't just dump the whole bucket all at once. That's going to produce a ton of smoke. If you don't have water, soil or sand will work to smother the fire. Then, once it's out, poke it a few times with a stick or something to make sure the fire is totally out.

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Which camps offer horseback riding?

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There are hundreds of camps that offer horseback riding! If you want to find one near you, I would search on Google for horseback riding camps in your state. That should give you a full list of options.

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How do I stay bug-free? Can I spray all my stuff with bug spray?

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You can, but it might ruin some of your things. A bug zapper might be a better alternative.

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What types of food would be suitable for camping (to pack)?

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Pack lightweight food such as dried strawberries or granola. Also, pack some canned foods, such as fruits, veggies, or soup to cook. Be sure to pack plenty of fresh water.

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Can you pack musical instruments for the campfire during the trip? Which ones suit the setting?

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Yes, you can take instruments camping for playing around the campfire. Anything like acoustic guitars, ukuleles, a drum would work. Also small things like a harmonica, kazoo, whistle. Keep in mind that you are responsible for the instrument, so take care not to damage or lose it.

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Can you pack musical instruments? Which ones?

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Sure, you can pack musical instruments! Choose one that is small and lightweight, like a flute, recorder or harmonica. Guitars are a good camping instrument, as they can be used for singalongs. Keep in mind that most instruments are heavy and aren't a good choice as your goal is to pack light.

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What instruments are lightweight?

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Acoustic guitars are lightweight, kazoos, and harmonicas. If none of those work for you, you can always download instrument apps.

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I have never been camping before and this is my first time. Are there any tips or warnings I should be aware of?

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If you're tenting, bring foods that you can keep in a cooler or simply in a bag, never hike alone after dark, be aware of animals in the area, and put your tent on a flat spot.

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