Alanna Fri
We are poor college students so really our only option for vacation is to go camping. Is there anywhere, particularly websites, that I can find some gear cheap. So far we have a tent and the very minimum. We also like hiking and backpacking so that kind of gear is great too. Our favorite brand is kelty and I would love to find their stuff cheaper. So far Ive seen sites like sportsmansguide which had perfect prices but I'm not crazy about the $30 membership. Is there a site with the prices and without the membership? We are also in Louisiana (baton rouge area) and we are planning a trip to texas soon (austin area) so any stores we could visit would be great too. Thank you!
Answer
First, get together a list of the gear you need.
Second, if you like backpacking, then you need an ultralight tent, not a cheap one.
Third, you need to do price and quality research on the internet.
Fourth, you can probably find good deals on the internet once you have the specifications of exactly what equipment you need.
Fifth, if you want the best deals on backpacking gear, the season is getting short or done because the backpacking season and a new model year of gear is going out that will cost more to acquire. Find clearance sales from last year's gear or used gear that meets your specifications once you have acquired a list of gear that you need. Buying gear that you will never use because it is cheap quality or does not fit the task will waste more of your funds than buying top quality gear once.
First, get together a list of the gear you need.
Second, if you like backpacking, then you need an ultralight tent, not a cheap one.
Third, you need to do price and quality research on the internet.
Fourth, you can probably find good deals on the internet once you have the specifications of exactly what equipment you need.
Fifth, if you want the best deals on backpacking gear, the season is getting short or done because the backpacking season and a new model year of gear is going out that will cost more to acquire. Find clearance sales from last year's gear or used gear that meets your specifications once you have acquired a list of gear that you need. Buying gear that you will never use because it is cheap quality or does not fit the task will waste more of your funds than buying top quality gear once.
Im in Louisiana my first summer season here- where and what should I get for "hurricane" supplies?
HappilyEve
I know the basics - water, canned goods, flashlights, batteries - do you have anything else to add to this?
Answer
Clean containers for storing drinking water: Figure you will need a gallon per person per day for drinking and sanitation. Have a two-week supply on hand for each person. Use clean containers for storing drinking water. Food-grade plastic containers that have screw caps, such as 2-liter soda bottles, are best. Plastic milk jugs, though they can be leaky, will do in a pinch.
Gallon-sized freezer bags for making ice: You'll want to fill them with water and freeze as many as you can a few days before the storm is expected to arrive.
Household bleach, without lemon scent, to purify water.
Tools: hammer and nails; ax or hatchet; crowbar; screwdrivers; pliers; a drill (consider battery-powered) with screwdriver bits and adapters to install bolts; extra fasteners and bolts for shutters; a knife; handsaw.
Duct tape and masking tape.
Flashlight for each member of the family with extra batteries
Radio or battery-powered TV with extra batteries
Fire extinguisher
Lantern with extra fuel or batteries
Matches: Wooden kitchen matches are best. Keep them dry in a plastic bag or plastic film container.
A charcoal or gas grill with a supply of fuel so you can cook if you are left without electricity or gas. Never use a grill inside.
Fuel for your generator or chain saw
Sterno stove, with extra fuel
Oven mitts, for handling hot cookware.
Disposable plastic eating utensils, to help you save water.
Hand-operated can opener
Soap with a covered plastic container
Toiletries
Toilet paper. Keep it dry in plastic bags.
Needle and thread
Mosquito repellent
A first aid kit See a list of suggested items here.
Extra prescription medications, enough for a month.
Disposable diapers and wipes
Cat litter, which also is good for soaking up spills.
A two week supply of food for your pets
Several boxes of garbage bags, with ties, to collect refuse and store goods to keep them dry.
Large plastic trash cans with sealing lids work well for the storage of most items. As alternatives, try duffel bags, camping backpacks or cardboard boxes.
Rope or heavy cord. Get 100 feet. It can be useful an many ways. As a clothesline, for example.
Tarpaulin, canvas or 6-mil plastic sheeting. Good for making temporary roof repairs or tents.
Safety razor blades
Whistle or air horn
Money (most ATMs will not be operational)
Clean containers for storing drinking water: Figure you will need a gallon per person per day for drinking and sanitation. Have a two-week supply on hand for each person. Use clean containers for storing drinking water. Food-grade plastic containers that have screw caps, such as 2-liter soda bottles, are best. Plastic milk jugs, though they can be leaky, will do in a pinch.
Gallon-sized freezer bags for making ice: You'll want to fill them with water and freeze as many as you can a few days before the storm is expected to arrive.
Household bleach, without lemon scent, to purify water.
Tools: hammer and nails; ax or hatchet; crowbar; screwdrivers; pliers; a drill (consider battery-powered) with screwdriver bits and adapters to install bolts; extra fasteners and bolts for shutters; a knife; handsaw.
Duct tape and masking tape.
Flashlight for each member of the family with extra batteries
Radio or battery-powered TV with extra batteries
Fire extinguisher
Lantern with extra fuel or batteries
Matches: Wooden kitchen matches are best. Keep them dry in a plastic bag or plastic film container.
A charcoal or gas grill with a supply of fuel so you can cook if you are left without electricity or gas. Never use a grill inside.
Fuel for your generator or chain saw
Sterno stove, with extra fuel
Oven mitts, for handling hot cookware.
Disposable plastic eating utensils, to help you save water.
Hand-operated can opener
Soap with a covered plastic container
Toiletries
Toilet paper. Keep it dry in plastic bags.
Needle and thread
Mosquito repellent
A first aid kit See a list of suggested items here.
Extra prescription medications, enough for a month.
Disposable diapers and wipes
Cat litter, which also is good for soaking up spills.
A two week supply of food for your pets
Several boxes of garbage bags, with ties, to collect refuse and store goods to keep them dry.
Large plastic trash cans with sealing lids work well for the storage of most items. As alternatives, try duffel bags, camping backpacks or cardboard boxes.
Rope or heavy cord. Get 100 feet. It can be useful an many ways. As a clothesline, for example.
Tarpaulin, canvas or 6-mil plastic sheeting. Good for making temporary roof repairs or tents.
Safety razor blades
Whistle or air horn
Money (most ATMs will not be operational)
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