Happy Camper Radio

Many people don't realize how dangerous it is to leave a small child or a pet in an unattended vehicle. Temperatures inside a locked car, even with the windows partially cracked can increase rapidly. This week, Skip shares some true stories, along with some useful tips to help keep your children and pets safe.

Camping is one of the greatest outdoor recreational activities that kids can take part in. Keeping them motivated and interested can be somewhat challenging at times. This week, Skip explains the importance of allowing kids to be engaged in all aspects of camping. From buying gear to planning menus, to helping decide where to pitch a tent, youngsters who actively take part are more likely to make camping a part of their adult life.

Boating Under the Influence is a crime, and poses a serious threat to boaters, swimmers, and those who enjoy spending time along the shore.  In this week's episode, Skip explains what law enforcement officers look for in determining if a boater is operating a vessel while intoxicated. We'll also take a look at a couple of tragic events that occurred on the water, including one case that involved someone who was Boating Under the Influence.

Have you ever considered taking the family on a tour of a wildlife preserve? You may be surprised to learn there are several throughout the country, and no doubt, one or two located within driving distance of your campsite. In this week's show, Skip talks about a few right here in Georgia, including one of his favorites.

The Fourth of July weekend offers plenty of great opportunities to fellowship and make new friends in the world of camping. With the holiday falling on a Saturday this year, many people will be taking advantage of an extended weekend. In Episode 113, Skip talks about how advance planning helps to reduce stress, and ways you can avoid a costly speeding ticket while travelling to and from your camping destination.

Tent campers often dream of what it would be like to transform from primitive camping to an RV lifestyle. But when is the right time to make that move? In this week's show, Skip shares his experience in transitioning from a tent to a truck camper, and several thing you need to consider before making that purchase.

One way to impress your family at camp this summer, is to serve up a delicious, piping hot pizza at meal time. There are so many ways to prepare and cook pizza at the campsite, and it's one dish that is sure to keep them coming back for more. In this week's show, we'll take a look at some options of preparing and cooking your pizza at camp.

In Episode 110, Stephen Crewson from Canada calls the show to discuss camping and bicycling in Ontario. Listen in as he explains what many of the campgrounds are doing to accommodate campers on bicycles, and some of the criteria that campgrounds must meet in order to become certified.

This week, it's all about those traditional camp favorites. Whether it's breakfast, lunch, dinner, or an in between snack, nothing tastes better that the food prepared and cooked at the campsite. In this episode, we'll take a look at some of those all time specialties that keep campers coming back for more.

Campgrounds will be quite busy this Memorial Day weekend. It's a great time to get out and meet fellow campers while taking in plenty of activites, including parades and other events that honor those who have served in the armed forces. This week, Skip shares some ideas that are sure to keep you busy, whether at home, or on the go.