Different Genres Of Camping Guides

Camping guides before were written only by those with military experience, and often too technical for an average camper to indulge in. Today, the writing of camping guides has taken a more user friendly turn, and now provide a wider range of interest for the average camper. There are several genres of camping guides available, covering most of the specialist concerns of todays campers.

One genre is the total guide. These guides are written in a more user friendly tone and are more comprehensible and are made for the avid campers, unlike their older predecessors. They are still technical in nature, but contain tips that veteran campers have discovered over decades that are still in vogue today. They also contain some interesting historical observations about terrain, certain wilderness areas, old scout lore, and other fascinating trivia about camping that you may not find anywhere else.

Responsible camping guides are guidelines for camping in nature and practicing the universal policy for leaving no trace of your stay. The idea is to leave your campsite in the same condition you found it in. This type of guide enlightens the readers about some important aspects of camping that people tend to overlook.


One of the most essential camping guides is the line of cooking guides. Having a good meal while gazing at the stars are one of the top concerns of campers. Camping no longer restricts you from cooking the meals you love if you plan carefully. Cooking guides provide a list of delicious and healthy meals that are possible to bring in campsites though seem unlikely.

There is also an excellent line of specialist camping guides. These explore a range of topics that concerns camping in particular elements, camping with young children, camping for the older generation, and pretty much anything that might be a concern of both the novice and experienced camper.

As with all things, a little knowledge from camping guides can go a long way. The various information provided by these books contain most of the answers to an average campers' questions. Local bookstores offer these camping guides and are very helpful in planning for activities, meals, and some even have fascinating site recommendations. Do your homework and make your camping experience the best one ever.