Is RVing a real camping experience? Should you always follow Leave No Trace principles? And can technology enhance your time in the wilderness? When it comes to camping, everyone seems to have a strong opinion. If you’ve ever found yourself in a heated debate around the campfire about these controversial camping topics, then keep reading. Here are five of the most contentious issues in the camping world, sure to spark arguments and passionate discussions.
Let’s settle these debates once and for all. Tech-free camping vs. tech-enhanced camping Should mobile devices and other tech be used while camping? On the one hand, phones are extremely helpful for checking the weather, taking photos and contacting others when needed.
Phone GPS is often essential. But on the other hand, having friends and family endlessly scroll social media while camping seems wrong. Camping is a time to connect with those around you, play games and forget about the outside world.
Other technologies are less controversial. You don’t hear arguments about solar-powered fridges, small battery-powered chainsaws and LED headlamps. For most families, the debate boils down to whether or not mobile phone use should be limited.
While there’s no correct answer, having the discussion could keep everyone off their phones for at least an evening. Is a campfire necessary? This is a moot question for many, as many locations have complete fire bans during the height of the camping season. Other camping spots may o.
