Leave a Copy of Your Itinerary with Friends or Relatives

How many times have you gone camping for the weekend, and no one knew where you were? It's a good idea to leave a copy of your itinerary with friends, neighbors, or relatives before you leave on your trip. If something happens, they'll know where to look for you, otherwise they'll be in the dark. Look for a downloadable camping supply list when you shop online for discount camping equipment, or go to camping Web Sites for a list. Many of these camping supply lists include a place for you to jot down your destination and driving directions. You can leave a copy with a friend or relative, and rest a little easier as you head out for a weekend of camping.