The weather is warming up again, and soon people are going to start camping. For those who don’t live around here, and even for some who do, you may not know where to even start thinking about places to camp. After a bit of research, I found a list of the 100 Best Campgrounds in the World.

The East Branch of Fox River State Forest campground in Seney, Michigan was ranked number seven on the list. Other locations include state parks, like the Porcupine Mountains State Park, or the Tahquamenon Falls State Park. If you want a more secluded area, there is the Isle Royale National Park. Located on an island in Lake Superior, you can only get there by plane or boat from the Upper Peninsula or Minnesota. There are no automobiles there, and it is home to a variety of animals including moose and wolves.

In Ontario, there is Albion Hills Conservation Area in Palgrave, Orangeville, Toronto, ON. Albion Hills is Ontario’s oldest Conservation Area. It has 26 kilometers of hiking, mountain biking, and cross-country ski trails, fishing, non-motorized boating, swimming, playgrounds, recreation areas, and more. Pancake Bay Provincial Park is also a great campground, and is north of Sault Ste. Marie, ON.

If you are planning on going camping you need to know some safety tips before you even head out. Pack a first aid kit: be sure to include antiseptics for cuts and scrapes, tweezers, bug spray, a snakebite kit, pain relievers, and sunscreen. Bring emergency supplies. In addition to a first aid kit, this includes: a map, compass, flashlight, knife, waterproof fire starter, personal shelter, whistle, warm clothing, high energy food, and water.  

Before you leave, get the weather report. When you arrive at the site, watch the skies for changes and carry a compact weather radio. In inclement weather, find shelter until the worse passes. Stay dry: wet clothes contribute to heat loss. Also, keep sleeping bags and other important gear dry at all times.

Build fires in a safe area. Your open fires and fuel-burning appliances must be far enough away from the tent to prevent ignition from sparks, flames, and heat. Never use a flame or any other heating device inside a tent. Use a flashlight or battery-powered light instead.

Beware when encountering wildlife. To ward off bears, keep your campsite clean, and do not leave food, garbage, coolers, cooking equipment or utensils out in the open. Remember that bears are potentially dangerous and unpredictable - never feed or approach a bear. Use a flashlight at night - many animals feed at night and the use of a flashlight may warn them away.

There are many more camping spots out there, and many more camping safety tips. If you want to know more, just ask around. If you are planning on camping in the area, locals are always a great source, or if you are looking for someplace further away, the Internet is an excelent place to find information.

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