Summer is quickly approaching, and soon, families all over the country will embark on long-awaited vacations. Some families will spend their summers at theme parks, others will stay in luxurious hotels as they visit historical locations. Other families prefer to go camping. Here are some great reasons to spend your summers at campgrounds across the country.

1. Camping brings families closer to nature. With no electricity powering tvs, phones, and computers, families turn to nature to provide them with entertainment. Aside from hiking, swimming, and toasting marshmallows, there are many fun activities to do during a camping trip. Some campgrounds offer guided hikes, where a nature guide can tell you all about various animals, birds, and plants native to the area. For a truly breathtaking experience, look up the time of sunrise for each day you will be out before you leave, so you can be awake to enjoy it.
2. Camping is a team effort. Whether it’s building a fire, cooking a meal, or pitching a tent, the whole family will need to work together to achieve their goals. Camping is also often a pet-friendly vacation. It is important to check with family campgrounds about their pet policy, but oftentimes, dogs are welcome to join their humans on their trip.
3. Camping is inexpensive. All you need for a successful camping trip is a tent, some cookware, and sleeping bags. While you will have to rent your campground, it is usually less expensive than staying in a hotel room. Unlike other vacations, with camping there are no admission prices, no expensive prepared foods to buy, and minimal souvenir shops, making it the ideal budget vacation.

No matter why you choose to camp for your family vacation, you are sure to have a great time. Bring lots of bug spray, sun screen, and marshmallows, and prepare to enjoy the splendor of nature with your family. Research more like this.