Crazy for Camping or just Crazy?

When Isabelle was 2 ½ months old we spent a long weekend in Door County, Wisconsin (blog post about the trip). We decided to make it an annual family trip, but this year we want to try camping. I LOVE camping! Wait, let me restate that, I love camping as long as it’s not steamy hot outside.

Camping sounds great in theory, but after asking around, it sounds like it we’re crazy to even attempt it. Why?

TENT: We’ll need to buy a larger tent to fit a pack n’ play. Yes, the three-person tent I’ve been using for years isn’t big enough. In fact, a two-room tent would be even better for nap time.

SLEEPING: Yep, I wrote pack n’ play. That seems to be the best solution to keep a toddler contained and comfortable. If anyone has any other ideas, please let me know!

TOYS: Campsites usually involve dirt, so a friend suggested bringing a toy shovel and bucket. She also recommended a plastic container full of toys that can be easily washed.

ANIMALS: At night I used to put the food in the car. We’re not in bear country, so it’s ok. Well, we’ll also have to make sure to put dirty diapers in the car. We definitely don’t want any animals trying to break into the tent.

FOOD and FIRE: We’ll need to bring a big cooler for all of the food and beverages (milk included). We also need a new camp stove (I’m selling my old MSR Dragonfly if anyone wants it!).

Despite all of the challenges, I think we're going to do it, but we’ll also book a hotel…just in case!