The Escape to Camping Podcast

Nov 06 2024 9 ep. 21 mins 2

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Escape to Camping is more than just a brand; it’s a mindset, a lifestyle, and a trusted companion for outdoor enthusiasts. Our aim is to help you break free from the daily grind, embrace the great outdoors, and do so in a simple, accessible way. We understand that not everyone starts as a camping expert, which is why we’re here to assist you in gradually building your equipment and knowledge to match your budget and schedule. With Escape to Camping you’ll discover the support and knowledge you need for unforgettable outdoor adventures, making every camping trip a journey worth pursuing.

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009-Choosing a Camping Site

Nov 06 2024 19 mins

I have memories of camping from my early childhood with family and friends and in many cases these memories were positive ones. On the other end of the scale there were also trips where things went horribly wrong because we chose bad sites to camp. In this podcast episode we discuss things to consider when choosing a place to put your tent to ensure that you have a safe and enjoyab

008-Choosing a Tent for Camping

Oct 22 2024 28 mins

The key piece of equipment people focus on for camping is the purchase of a tent. I mean after all, this is your home away from home for your outdoor adventure. Having a tent that you enjoy spending time in whether for sleeping or just relaxing, is crucial. In this podcast episode we discuss the key considerations for choosing a tent for camping. www.escapetocamping.com.au Escape

007-A Beginners Guide to Selecting Camping Gear

Oct 02 2024 24 mins

Get a group of camping enthusiasts together and start talking gear and while they will all agree that you will need a certain amount of gear this is where the agreement is likely to stop. Given the myriad of choice for every price of gear what steps should you follow in selecting camping equipment? This podcast is aimed at newer campers and provides a basic overview of how to go ab

006-Leave Only Footprints

Sep 17 2024 21 mins

‘Take only memories, leave only footprints’ is a saying that most of us have heard and relates to the concept of treading lightly on the landscape and one that applies to any outdoor activity, including camping. But what does it actually mean? And do we really care? In this podcast episode we discuss the things to keep in mind to reduce your impact on the environment and in the

005-Campsite Options

Sep 03 2024 27 mins

So you’re going camping for the weekend and you’ve even chosen a particular region but when you start looking at the fine detail you discover there are a number of different camping options to choose from. In this podcast episode we discuss the broad categories of campsites you find around Australia, with a focus on vehicle based camping, and provide a basic overview of each ca

004-Planning a Camping Trip

Aug 20 2024 22 mins

On any camping trip, whether it be a single night or a multi-day trip there is an ulterior motive as to why we are camping. It may be to get from point A to point B, it may be for that special fishing adventure, or it could be for just a short escape where you do nothing but just relax. Doing some planning prior to starting your adventure, even just the basics can make a big differ

003-Why you shouldn’t camp!

Aug 06 2024 25 mins

In any recreational activity or hobby there are pros and cons. Recently we talked about why people camp and in that podcast epsiode we discussed reasons that we go car camping with the focus being more about the positive aspects of the camping experience. Having said that how often do articles focus on the negatives aspects of camping preferring instead to talk up the positives? In

002-Why do we camp?

Jul 23 2024 13 mins

So why do people camp? In answering this question there is no one single answer, whether we go camping as individuals, as a couple, as friends, or as a family, the reasons will often vary and while there may be similarities everyone will have their own 'why'. In recording this podcast episode Gill and I didn't have to think to much about why we camp, we have very clear reasons for

001-Welcome to Escape to Camping

Jul 07 2024 7 mins

‘Welcome to the Escape to Camping, we’re your hosts Gill and Tim Savage’.This podcast episode is a brief introduction to the Escape to Camping podcast and website. Launched on 8 July 2024, with the aim being your 'go to Australian camping resource'. In this, our very first episode, we provide an introduction to your hosts and set out what we are trying to achieve with the pod