It is easier than you think. I love to camp – but I hate
pulling a camper plus not enough $$$ to buy myself a RV on wheels and my days
of sleeping in a tent are over!
Loving to camp and kayak ~ I had to find a comfortable way to go
camping. My 2008 Jeep Liberty was the answer.
By buying a few items I have been able to enjoy camping in a
warm rain proof comfy bed.
You will need:
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SUV Air Mattress – I ordered mine from Amazon
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Mattress pump - car adapter useful
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Mattress Pad - (helps keep moisture off of you while sleeping)
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Sheets & Pillows - Flannel sheets are great for all temps of camping
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Blanket - large enough to cover entire bed
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Electric blanket - a electric throw will work - In cold weather I bring 2 electric blankets - one for on top of the mattress and then one for on top of my blankets. - I have been able to keep warm to 29 degrees using two blankets. (also when the temps are cold - I warm up the Jeep right before I get into bed)
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50’ Outside Extension Cord
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Surge Plug - ordered Amazon
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Small Fan - ordered Amazon
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Zip Ties
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Skeeter Beaters for Windows - easy to order online
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Windshield Cover - ordered a collapsible cover from Amazon
Yes, Amazon is my friend! Why not let my fingers do the shopping instead of my Jeep and my legs!
After years of tent camping I learned that the secret to
being comfortable is to keep the dew off of me.
By using a electric blanket on top of my blanket and sheets – I am able
to stay comfy and dew free. Keeping a
window cracked no matter of the outside temperature is also very important. A
open window keeps moisture down inside the vehicle. Zip tie a small fan to the upper hand grip –
I like to keep the fan on low – that way air is always moving – preventing moisture. (During cold weather 29 degress - I keep my window closed and the fan off)
I use a electric surge plug to plug in the fan – electric blanket
– and my cell phone. I use the front
seat for odds and ends. I use the back
passenger door as my entrance into my bed. This way I keep my shoes on the
floor by the door and also my jackets in the area.
Check out the pics – my good friend also loves to camp – she
too turned her SUV into a sleeping camper.
We both love Kayaking and Hiking. This way we are able to
enjoy nature – enjoy a warn comfy bed with no worries of getting wet.
If it is raining when I wake – I reached for my raincoat –
sit by the passenger back door – put on my shoes and head outside.
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