{"id":8182,"date":"2016-07-08T17:26:03","date_gmt":"2016-07-08T17:26:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/idsunmedia.com\/?p=8182"},"modified":"2016-07-08T17:26:03","modified_gmt":"2016-07-08T17:26:03","slug":"camping-basics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/woodriverweekly.com\/index.php\/2016\/07\/08\/camping-basics\/","title":{"rendered":"Camping Basics"},"content":{"rendered":"

Resources and tips for enjoying the great outdoors<\/i><\/span><\/h2>\n

BY MARIA PREKEGES <\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

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People don\u2019t want to come upon a sign like this when they go camping. Reservations for campsites are nearly mandatory during the summer months. Photo by Maria Prekeges<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Whether you live in the Wood River Valley or are visiting, camping in the nearby Sawtooth National Forest is a great way to spend some summertime days and nights.<\/p>\n

Many people want to get away, relax, enjoy the great outdoors, exercise and, yes, even socialize. Some people are \u2018lone\u2019 campers where they don\u2019t want interaction with anyone \u2013 these people really want to get away \u2013 while others enjoy the group atmosphere where they can reconnect with family and friends without modern technology interfering. No matter what type of camper you are, there\u2019s information and resources with which you should familiarize yourself.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re a veteran or a novice to camping, there are many different camping options. There\u2019s backpack camping, where you pack everything you need with you and usually hike to a destination. There\u2019s car camping, where your camp is near your car and you can bring more supplies with you. People can also graduate to motorhome or trailer camping, where nearly all the conveniences of home are at your fingertips. Then there is always the luxury of renting a cabin in the woods, which can also be considered camping.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

The Sawtooth National Forest offers many options in all of these categories, but you\u2019ll need to plan ahead. There are great resources at the Ketchum Ranger District on Sun Valley Road in Ketchum, the Sawtooth National Recreation Area headquarters just eight miles north of Ketchum, the Visitor Center at Redfish Lake and the Stanley Ranger Station just south of Stanley. At these locations, people can get information on campsites, fees \u2013 usually $10 for the site \u2013 and the reservation protocol. The knowledgeable staff at each of these sites will also provide activity ideas for when you\u2019re camping. Whether it\u2019s a day hike, fishing, biking, or just beaching, there\u2019s a lot to do outside and they can guide you in the right direction.<\/p>\n

There are also responsibilities that go along with camping. The age-old saying is \u2018know before you go.\u2019 The Sawtooth National Forest Guide, available at the aforementioned sites, is a great resource for the \u2018rules of the camping road.\u2019 The packable guide lists the campgrounds not only in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, but in Fairfield, Ketchum, and Minidoka ranger districts as well. It also provides great maps, rules and regulations, fees and suggested activities. After talking to many campers over the recent Fourth of July weekend at Redfish Lake, the consensus is to keep it clean. The most important rule of camping is \u2018pack it in, pack it out.\u2019 Don\u2019t leave a trace of your camping experience behind.<\/p>\n

Besides the local offices, www.recreation.gov (877-444-6777) is a great website where people can find more information and actually make reservations for campsites. But book early, as some of the campsites are reserved at least six months in advance, especially during holiday weekends. And be aware there\u2019s a 10-day limit on campsites in the SNRA.<\/p>\n

Even if you are an experienced camper, there is always something to re-familiarize yourself with, and if you\u2019re just now thinking of trying out camping, then educating yourself is key. Camping is a great way to enjoy the beautiful area around our Valley, so no matter what your needs are, why not give camping a try soon.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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