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Agree that it is usually ok to leave your general stuff in the tent, just make sure that you take any valuables with you when you leave.

Also I always take mobile phone, handbag, camera etc in sleeping pod with me at night.

you find that most people are in the same boat and as all campers seam to look out for each other so you be ok just dont leave whats been mentioned above, A couple of time i gone out for the day and left money and cam in tent and it still been there when got back.

I agree with everyones comments me and hubby have been camping a few times and every time the tent has been fine, just dont leave cash in there but everything else is fine.  The first time we went we were a bit cautious but it was fine!

Just enjoy everything about it, I didnyt think it would be something I would like but I love it and trying to get hubby to go for Easter but he wants to stay in a caravan but I want to CAMP!!!

Can I just say that under no circumstances padlock yourself inside a tent during the night for security, if you want to know why then search for a video of a modern tent catching fire !!! Fumbling for a padlock and key whilst the tent melts to your skin is not ideal !!!

You would be suprised at how many people lock themselves inside a tent lol

All the info above holds true, I've camped for years without having anything taken, campers generally look out for each other.  I've even gone out for the day and left my ipod on the seat of my car with the window down and the car unlocked!  (silly mistake but it happens)  either way everything was where i left it when i returned.

Also NEVER lock yourself in for the night, you need to be able to get out of a tent fast if the worst happens and it catches fire, it is incredible how fast a modern tent becomes totally engulfed. 

Please dont get scared by this, just be prepared and enjoy the camping, its usually a friendly and fun atmosphere!!

Quote: Originally posted by isedarken on 08/3/2008

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All the info above holds true, I've camped for years without having anything taken, campers generally look out for each other.  I've even gone out for the day and left my ipod on the seat of my car with the window down and the car unlocked!  (silly mistake but it happens)  either way everything was where i left it when i returned.

Also NEVER lock yourself in for the night, you need to be able to get out of a tent fast if the worst happens and it catches fire, it is incredible how fast a modern tent becomes totally engulfed. 

Please dont get scared by this, just be prepared and enjoy the camping, its usually a friendly and fun atmosphere!!

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I think I may have to buy something luminous to hang on the tent zipper now I have read this. Have never been camping before as I was a bit weary of the security aspect. Think I will have to take some homemade wine and get plastered so I can go to sleep!

:)

We will have our furry friend though, she may be small but her bark makes her sound bigger than she is.

:) 

Dont worry fellow stokie,we started camping last year and considering that i had never slept in a tent before (not even in a friends garden) we loved it. every one is so friendly and helpful , the first night you will be listening for noises but the only noise you will hear will be the wind or maybe traffic,and after the first night you'll wonder what all the fuss was about. dont worry you'll love it and when you get home you will be itching to go again.