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Subject Topic: Keeping warm
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01/4/2011 at 12:55pm
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hi all,

We are new to camping and are planning only our second trip for May. The First time we went we got cold during the evening so was wondering what you thoughts are on using a small gas heater for warming the tent prior to bedtime and whether it actually makes much of a difference. I have seen a cheap heater in B & M bargains im thinking of buying.

Ive also bought camp beds instead of air beds and plenty of blankets but am still worried about the cold. any advice would be greatly appreciated.

many thanks

The Emerson clan


01/4/2011 at 1:16pm
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Might I suggest you do a search on here.  This has been covered many times.

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01/4/2011 at 1:48pm
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HI EMERSONFAMILY....

i have just invested in a 2kw blow heater for the evenings...and some good 4 season sleeping bags..



01/4/2011 at 2:06pm
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As for searching on a subject...ive been trying for the last half hour and and it just keeps telling me its too busy ....sometimes its just quicker to ask the question


01/4/2011 at 3:20pm
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He he he. I have just done a search on a subject, but only got one thread thoe, and I know it has been discussed, but I wonder if under another name.

Heather

 



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01/4/2011 at 3:59pm
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here are some of the threads on this subject

http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/chatter/search.asp?search=gas+heaters&searchMode=phrase&searchIn=Topic&forum=6&searchSort=dateDESC&ly=2&Submit=Start+Search

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01/4/2011 at 6:18pm
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I highly recommend hot water bottles - they are part of our essential camping kit!

 



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Try the link I posted above.  28 threads in 2 years there.


02/4/2011 at 9:02pm
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All so get some warm clothes on before getting cold in the evening that helps a great deal .

Andy



03/4/2011 at 1:25am
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Quote: Originally posted by emersonfamily on 01/4/2011
hi all,

We are new to camping and are planning only our second trip for May. The First time we went we got cold during the evening so was wondering what you thoughts are on using a small gas heater for warming the tent prior to bedtime


Yes, the gas heaters with the ceramic plate will take the chill out of the tent, unless it is huge. Just remember that is all that they are for, only to be used when you are sitting in the living area and not reasonably sober. No kids/dogs running around etc. Never leave it on when you go to bed/not around etc.

Decent sleeping bags are a must, the cheap ones are only good for the warm summer nights. You can always take a duvet, wear a long sleeved teeshirt/sweatshirt during the night and for the real softies, a hot water bottle.



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