Around the CAMPFIRE

TALKING DIRTY

Happy new year to the wonderful staff and all the readers of Caravan & Outdoor Life. I hope everyone had a great festive season and holiday.

To start the year, I want to raise a little issue: dirty campsites.

This is not directed at the resorts, but rather at campers.

I want to share some simple guidelines on how to ensure that you leave a camp in a condition that is enjoyable for those around you, and those who come to camp after you.

Everyone hates pulling into a great campsite, getting out and finding rubbish all over the place. The disregard shown by dirty campers towards others is inexcusable.

Keeping the resort clean is easy! So, whether you are new to caravanning and camping, or have been “sinning” for years, here are my tips on what you should do when you leave a campsite.

1. Rubbish

If you have rubbish, dispose of it in the resort’s bin. Do not just throw your garbage (or garbage bags) around the site and expect someone else to clean