Happy Camper Radio

There's no greater feeling than to watch a youngster experience his or her first camping trip. In this edition of Happy Camper Radio, we are delighted to have as our guest, a gentleman from the Houston area, who spends time with kids from foster homes and single parent households, and takes them on authentic Texas style camping trips.  Andrew J. Martin from "The Hearts of the Father" is here to talk about this wonderful program.

Camping provide us loads of fun and exciting memories each and every time we venture into the outdoors. it doesn't matter if you're just getting started or have been an experienced camper for many years. There's always something to learn. In Episode 176, Darren Kirby talks about his brand new book "The Best Tent Camping Guide From Novice to Expert". The book is so detailed that Skip has proudly endorsed it. Listen as Darren describes what inspired him to write this exciting book, and where you can get your copy today.

In a changing world, some adults have reservations about sending their youngsters into the neighborhood to enjoy a night of trick or treating. No child should be deprived of the opportunity to be a kid. More and more campgrounds are creating safe and festive environments for families to enjoy Halloween. We'll look at some of the benefits of a Halloween Camping trip in this episode of Happy Camper Radio.

In Episode 174, Skip talks about what it's like to build an extensive supply of camping gear, and what can happen when you run out of storage space. Skip believes accumulating camping equipment is always a good thing. But what happens when you run out of space to store your gear? We’ll take a look at the options, and how you can utilize more storage space.

In light of recent hurricanes, it's more important than ever to have your camping equipment handy in the event a natural disaster or long term power outage strikes your community. As campers, many of us are well prepared. Camping stoves, tent heaters, and other assorted gear can be put to good use at a time we least expect it. In this episode, we'll look at some possibilities and touch again on the hidden dangers involving emergency generators.

Is the tent you're currently sleeping in showing signs of excessive wear? Is it time to consider replacing it with something better? A new tent is something each and every camper will require at some point, and there are many options out there to choose from. In this episode, Skip talks about the new tent he plans to buy, including one very important house cleaning issue that's easily overlooked. 

Getting to the campground and back safely is the ultimate goal. But what if you own an older model vehicle? Do you feel comfortable driving your vehicle, and are you confident that it will get you there and back without any problems? Perhaps a rental vehicle is something you ought to consider. We'll take a look at the options and things you should consider when planning a long distance camping trip.

The last thing any of us want to think about is coming across a snake while camping this summer.  On rare occasions, some campers will encounter one of these slithery creatures while they're out and about. How would you react if you suddenly and unexpectedly stumbled upon a snake? We'll look at some things you should do and things you should avoid in this edition of Happy Camper Radio.

Camping is about relaxing and spending quality time with our family and those we love. While many of us choose to shut-out the rest of the world, some campers still find themselves attached to the office. In this episode, Skip explains what you can do to detach yourself from the job while vacationing. 

Just about everywhere you turn these days, people are engaged in political discussion. Issues that affect our everyday lives are making their way into the workplace, at social events and throughout our hometown communities. But should we allow ourselves to engage in political conversations at camp? In this episode, Skip explains why campgrounds are the one place where political talk should be avoided.