There are many aspects to consider when you are setting up your camp: the rules of where you’re camping, the environment you’re in, and what you’re planning to do while you’re there.    Where You’ll Cook – This is important, because it can inform how you set up everything else. In some cases, where you sleep might be different from where you cook depending on the rules of the area. Some campsites offer grills, picnic tables and that type of thing, and prefer that you use them for cooking.   Where You’ll Wash Up – Some campsites even have public showers, but some don’t. You can bring baby wipes, or lake safe soaps so you can wash up in the lake if you don’t have a source of other types of water available. Remember to follow the rules, though.   Where You’ll Go to the Bathroom – This is simple if toilets or outhouses are around but if not, you’ll need to pick a spot away from your campsite to prepare for toileting. You need to bury your business so that you don’t attract animals or ruin the experience for everyone else.   The Size of Your Group – Where you set up really depends on the size of your group. It’s better if you and your group stay close together when sleeping and eating so that you can monitor your litter and safety better.   What Type of Wildlife Is in the Area – In some areas bears are common, which means you’ll need to have ways to lock up your things to keep them safe from bears when you’re out exploring away from your campsite. Other areas have snakes, spiders and other creatures that you need to know how to protect yourself from.   The Rules of the Campsite – It’s been mentioned a few times, but if you don’t follow the rules of the campsite you could be fined hundreds of dollars. Even if you don’t agree with a rule, follow it. For example, if you’re allowed to bring your dog, but one of the rules is to clean up the doggie doo, ensure that you do it.   How You’ll Store Food – One of the most important considerations about your campsite is how you’re going to store food. Remember that you could attract bears, raccoons, and other animals if your food is not put away securely.    Health and Illness – If anyone in your family has an illness that needs to be considered, make sure you plan for that. For example, some types of diabetes medication have to be kept in a refrigerator and some types don’t.    Fire Safety – The best course of action is to use existing equipment for fires and not to try to make a new fire pit. If you do need to make a fire pit, use rocks and keep the area free of leaves and other debris. And don’t have a fire when it’s super-windy.   Setting up your campsite is the first thing you’re going to do when you get there. Know how you’re going to do it in advance so that you bring all the right equipment with you and are prepared for issues as they arise.