Reddit mentions: The best camping sun shelters

Wow, you got a lot of miss information.

1. Never "pause a smoke". You don't want the rendered fat to coagulate and create a slimy piece of meat.
   
2. There are three things to worry about when you smoke.
   
   1. Time
      
   2. Temp
      
   3. Tenderness (Watch this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YI-X1MpjSYg)
      
      
3. Unless a piece of meat takes up the entire bottom shelf from wall to wall, you'll never have to worry about the smoke reaching the upper pieces of meat. For a pork butt, but the fat side down, this will help protect the meat from cooking to quick.
   
   
4. But a beach canopy, like this (https://www.amazon.com/EasyGO-Products-Portable-Comfortable-Protection/dp/B077T526JY/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1541716790&sr=8-8&keywords=beach+canopy&dpID=51jgxfVld2L&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch) if you want to smoke in the rain. Yes the smoke will gather near the top, but as long as you have it on the tallest height, you'll be just fine, especially if it is raining. Morning dew wont matter, just make sure to preheat the smoker for 45 min before you put the meat in. (Having a hot box will help you maintain your temps.)
   
   
5. Until you know your smoker, the time it will take a piece of meat will vary. For your first smoke don't expect too much and DON'T PLAY WITH THE MEAT. If your cooking temp is around 200-225, you aren't going to burn anything.
   
   
6. If you are using wood chips you should definitely soak them for 30min before putting them in. You don't need to worry about smoking a piece of meat after the 3rd hour of smoking. After the 3rd hour, most meat wont absorb anymore of the smoke flavor. I wouldn't recommend doing overnight cooks, but waking up early and going it that way if you have long cooks.
   
   
7. A pork shoulder should only take you a maximum of 8-10 hours. For pork you can usually judge the time by an hour per pound, and you don't want to put a 20lb pork butt in the electric smoker. (but refer to the video for timing)
   
   
8. Smoking is about enjoying your time, relaxing and kicking back with a drink in hand. Make sure you don't have plans for the day and let your family know that you'll be occupied off and on for the duration of the smoke, but they will appreciate it when all is said and done.
   
   If you have anymore questions let the community know and we'll always be happy to help. Enjoy your smoke :)

1. I personally haven't slept in the back of an SUV but my friends did and they had no complaints. They pumped up an air matress, put the seats down, and used this to give them some privacy
   
   
2. I have never had anything stolen. That being said, I would still lock up all of your really important stuff in your car or somewhere safe. Ive read the occasional story of a slashed tent on this subreddit but theyre few and far between
   
   
3. Im actually not sure but I would say no because its flammable and because of the fumes.
   
   
4. No glass and everything must be sealed. Yes ID will be needed. I know they changed the policy last year though and I believe that only one case of beer and one box of wine are allowed.
   
   
5. To make the trip more enjoyable? Personally ive never had a problem with it because the forest is 2 hours away from me but i would say snacks, cards aginst humanity if your riding with friends and a dope music playlist.
   
   Also the best piece of advice I can give you is don't be afraid to loose yourself in the forest! Someone on here said it best, Make a plan, get it super detailed, then once you get there throw it out the window. Its the best weekend out of the year and it goes by way too fast so dont stick too some plan, just have fun!
   
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The best baby carrier. I tried so many. I love the Bjorn Miracle. It comes with so much back support. If I’m really having a bad day, I’ll wear an additional back brace under my clothes. My kids always NEED TO BE HELD! NOW! This carrier made that a bit easier!

Also, diaper backpacks are a lot easier for me then crossbody bags.

A small footstool to get baby out of crib when they get bigger. Leaning over the crib was hard for me.

A stadium chair like the one below. I can sit on the floor with my kids with the back support this gives. Love it!
https://www.amazon.com/Coleman-2000020281-Stadium-Seat/dp/B003399128/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=Stadium+chair&qid=1562965712&s=gateway&sr=8-3

I love this sun shelter for the outdoors. Keeps me from overheating
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014G8K6YG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And this clip on fan is awesome. The charge lasts forever. I try to make myself as comfortable as possible when we leave the house for an adventure!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F3B6X3J/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Have a question about any other items? Ask away!

Honestly... In all my festivals and in all my searches there isn't a cheap and quality canopy. Coleman and Ozark Trail make cheap ones and offer straight leg options, but the first nasty rain or big gust of wind and it's got a good chance of getting totally trashed.

Best one that I've found and researched was this one. Granted, it's not the cheapest but it's worth it if you camp and festival a lot and plan on doing it for years. Otherwise there's a good chance after a couple years or even just one festival that your $50 on the cheap one was thrown away.

All this said, if money is tight, check out Aldis or Big Lots. Sometimes they have some really cheap ones that might make it through at least one festival. Maybe more.

Most certainly. I used to be able to fit everything into 1 pack. Nowadays I check 2 bags, 1 being a cooler stuffed with some things.

My pack is 65L Gregory Baltoro. Big Items I have are: Tent(REI Half Dome Plus), sleeping pad, backpacking chair, backpacking pillow, extra pair of shoes, and canopy. Keep in mind most of my stuff is all lightweight-ish backpacking gear.

Its usually plenty warm at night that I don't bring a full sleeping bag, just a sleeping bag liner.

In the bottom of the pack where the sleeping bag would usually go I pack the sleeping pad (usually a lil extra room down there to stuff some socks or undies). Then I take my tent poles and canopy poles and slide them on the inside of the bag along one of the sides. Chair goes in vertically alongside it, along with pillow. Then fill in with my clothes. The Baltoro is awesome cause it is both top loading and front loading so I have access to everything as if it was a suitcase(but the packing should be near the same if you have just a top loader.

I try to pack as minimal as I can with clothes. For a 3 day music fest I usually have 5-6 shirts(some are pretty light linen type shirts, 2-3 pair shorts, 4 sock, 4 boxers, and hoodie/lightweight windbreaker. Fashion has never been my strong suit.

Pack all that in there. Once all that packed, just cram your tent in from the top pushing it in every nook and cranny you can. Bunch it in every crevice. You'd be surprised ho well it can fit in a backpack when you don't worry about folding it. Then I would dod the same with the canopy. Usually still had enough room on the top for a pair of size 13 shoes too. All my toiletries/headlamp/etc could fit in the lid pockets and front pocket.

I also would have a small cooler bag I would take as my carry-on bag that way at the fest I could keep some food/drinks somewhat cold plus it gave me extra room to throw clothes/ water bottle/book etc for on the plane. I also have a packable backpack similar to this that I throw in there then use inside the festival.

Nowadays, since I get 2 free checked bags(Southwest or Alaska) I can take a few more luxury items like a blanket to lay on, some fun lil toys and trinkets for fest,andf I cram those and the canopy into a full size cooler and duct tape that up and count that as a checked bag. AS long as its under 50lbs its the same as any other bag and I have a full cooler of drinks and food.

I buy almost all of my meals inside the venue. Most of the food I have at camp is just snacks type things like trail mix, meat cheese crackers, etc. that I pick up from the store on my way out to venue along with beer and plenty of boxed wine. Thesecollapsible pouches barely take up any room and can hold a bunch of wine to sneak in!

All in all, I'd say lay out everything you WANT to take and do a test run to see how much you can fit in your bag. Then if its a lil tight, take it all out and eliminate 1-2 things that you might be able to do without. My 1 luxury item is my chair. It feels so good to be able to sit in a chair vs the ground after standing or sitting all day in the fest.

My first couple times trying to pack everything I couldn't fit it, but after restructuring things around a few times I was able to get it all in, albeit heavy and uncomfortable, but I wasn't;'t hiking in so just was just uncomfortable for the small times i was lugging it in.

Hope that helps. I'm happy to answer any more questions you may have too. Thats just the stuff off the top of my head.

They sell waterproofing kits for tents, sometimes called seam sealer. It's a big help. Also, when it's raining, avoid touching the rain fly to the tent itself.

Its super useful to have an open shade/rain shelter. This can be a tarp strung between trees, or something purpose built. I have on that relies on two poles and rope tension, but I'd rather have a freestanding shelter like this one. It's nice because if it rains you don't have to hang out in your tent all day. It also comes in handy when it's sunny, to have a little shade.

You really only need a lidded pot to boil water. That said, a jetboil or similar pot with a heat exchanger on the bottom makes it much faster on a stove or campfire.

I think its really useful work out a daily menu before camping. It can help you make sure you bring enough and also not too much. I do it when its just two of us, but its even more useful with a big group. Otherwise you end up with 8 bags of potato chips and nothing for breakfast.

This is the same type of umbrella we use, though I got mine at Sam's club for a little better of a price than this one. You can attach it to your canopy or just have it sort of floating between your car and canopy. (Here's my camp if that helps give a better idea)We get these fans in the camping section of walmart. They do take 8 D batteries each which seems like a lot lol, but I've never had to change batteries.

I have not gone VIP, no. I've never been in a long line to get into Centeroo once. Maybe I just pick good times, but I've never waited for than probably 5 minutes. If you just search VIP in this sub you will get tons of pro/con lists for VIP camping. If you have the money to do it, most people would say do it. I would definitely read from some people who have experience though, since I don't!

Not a blanket, but for shade I love the sport brella. We took our kids, 1 and 5 to myrtle beach last year and used two sport brellas for break time and it worked great. We could easily fit 2 chairs and a cooler under each, or it worked for a shady play spot. Amazon has them, but we got ous cheaper at SAMs club.

Sport-Brella Umbrella - Portable Sun and Weather Shelter by Sport-Brella http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002CLQ1NA/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_yxfxtb0S8N310

I hope I'm doing this right...

1 = This shelter will protect me from naughty UV rays and subsequent burns while I'm studying transfiguration on the beach.

2 = This figurine. I need it with me at school so I can remember where I came from and who I'm becoming a totally awesome witch for. :)

3 = My babes will appreciate these blocks to keep them occupied building their own Toyland while I'm at class.

4 = I need to hurry up and read this before I hear spoilers, otherwise I may be forced to curse the spoiler-giver with boils. Whiiiich sounds like a good way to get expelled.

5 = I would love [this phone protector](http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AW2QT8I/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=14W2GPMO5NQZO&coliid=I69DBBI4I4X90&psc=1
) so I don't end up like my brother-in-law, who once forgot that his phone was in the pocket of his swimming trunks until he was in mid-air above the pool, about to cannonball. Who knows that kind of unexpected things could happen at school, what with nervous wand-wielders and magical creatures running about? I'd better protect my electronics from harm. Assuming, of course, that RAoAS3M is not like Hogwarts and that electricity will work?

Bonus = Here are some hooks I need for my dormitory at school. Gotta keep things tidy!

Thanks for the fun activity! Mischief Managed.

For campsite music I can't recommend this thing enough. The most powerful portable speaker I could find and runs on 8-D batteries. Was $350 last year, down to $230 now:

http://www.amazon.com/Klipsch-KMC-Wireless-System-Bluetooth/dp/B00BAQJ94Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420310784&sr=8-1&keywords=klipsch+kmc+3

Coleman EZ-UP, I realize this one's is on the more expensive side but in my experience Coleman products are really great at being truly waterproof, no need for extra tarps and this one has LED lighting built in so no need for lanterns, etc:

http://www.amazon.com/Coleman-Instant-Canopy-Lighting-System/dp/B004E4CUBK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420310839&sr=8-1&keywords=coleman+canopy

Sanuk shoes with yoga mat lining. Especially crucial on days 3 and 4:

http://www.amazon.com/Sanuk-Mens-Vagabond-Yogi-LoaferCharcoal10/dp/B0089YOAZK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420310892&sr=8-1&keywords=sanuk+vagabond+yogi

Portable Battery for cell phone charging with tons of juice for several phone fill ups:

http://www.amazon.com/KMAX-810-20000mAh-Ultra-High-Multi-Output-BlackBerry/dp/B00FDER07E/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1420310945&sr=8-11&keywords=portable+battery+20000mah

Hangover assist/vitamins/electrolytes/hydration:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EISFBYA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

That's all I can think of for now, it really is great being fully prepared for this event :)

1. Totally tea(Main) for this one! Or actually, wait, an umbrella(Main) is probably more fitting for England. XD
   
   
2. Oh god, I couldn't imagine walking around like Harley Quinn!(Hobbies)
   
   
3. Most phallic... hm... this giraffe(Home) looks pretty phallic to me. XD
   
   
4. Oh I got this one totally covered! Beaker shotglasses!!!!!(Other)
   
   
5. I really want to learn how to sew so a sewing machine(Expensive) and a dressmaking(Main) book are where I'm going to start.
   
   
6. This magical shady umbrella(Expensive) thingy will keep you from burning up!

I have something very similar to this, but I paid a little more:

Rab Siltarp2 Shelter - Grey https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BNPML12/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_nCePwbMA7CKB5

It is under one pound and works very well as both a hammock cover (my primary shelter) and as a tent when I sleep on the ground.

Compared to a cheap tarp costing $10-20, the expensive tarps are much lighter and breathe better when closed. If you keep the door of your shelter open the breathability doesn't matter, so your decision is all about weight vs cost.

If you are worries about weight and cant spend the money, another good option is a material you can buy at hardware stores that they use to cover buildings while they are under construction. It is crinkly, but effective. Around me it is called tyvek, but it may be a different brand where you live.

If you do go for the expensive kind, buy one with loops on the corners instead of grommets (metal rings). The grommets tend to rip from the lighter materials. Grommets are OK for cheap blue (or other color) tarps because they are heavy-duty.

I keep a cheap one in my car, and an expensive one in my bug out bag. Very handy, more often than you expect. Keep lots of string with them so you can set them up in creative positions.

The anti-beach umbrella is what I'll bring because..... ew, who wants to touch the dirty sand! And the germs in the air.... and... oh, my, god... what if the water gets too close!!!

Instead of breaking out into mass hysteria, this nifty little invention will be my shelter and ensure the nature cannot get in the way :)

Great contest! I would love to visit Oregon, it's not too hard for me to get up there (figure enjoy the scenic amtrak route) so it would be a little adventure.

Sure you're going to be getting a bunch of crazy enteries soon.... good luck keeping up!

xo

Great info, thanks!

I was planing on bringing a tarp shelter for shade (this one from Amazon). We actually plan on arriving at ~3pm to avoid the brutal heat. I don't think we will do any strenuous hikes while there, just some light walks to find good photo locations. We do plan on bringing a large amount of water for each of us. Good idea on the spray bottle and aspirin, would have never thought of that.

How busy should we expect it to be? Are we going to be OK just showing up and taking a spot? We were thinking of Arch rock or Jumbo Rocks, If hidden valley seems like it would be busy.

The stars are why we are going as well, I plan on doing tons of astrophotography while there as the moon will be almost completely new while there and only in the sky for a short period of time.

Maybe we will see you out there! And thanks for the detailed response!

I highly recommend a sportbrella. You can use it as a standard beach umbrella or use it as a beach shelter. We live near the beach in Florida and it's easily the best shelter/tent/umbrella we've bought. It's good for camping and sporting events also.

If your grandmother can't take the sun, I'd bring something just in case. It gives you the freedom to not have to worry about sticking to rentals. You can go set up wherever you want.

Pale-ass ginger here. Every time I manage to get burned I avoid using aloe gel for as long as I can stand, because I just HATE the sticky feeling on my skin... but, it does help. :( Find one with lidocaine, even better. I'm going to the beach soon and I'm prepared with gallon-sized Ziploc full of various types of sunscreen, and this awesome beach tent to give me some shade to hide in when I'm not in the water. And also aloe gel for when all my precautions inevitably don't work and I turn into a rock lobster anyway.

Hope you feel better!!

I second the minivan recommendation. Back in the late 90's my dog and I did something similar to your plan with a '92 all wheel drive Grand Caravan. Loved both those beasts.

things I would add now, knowing what I know:

1.) A fantastic fan vent or at the very least a sunroof to allow low/ high venting. 2.) a tailgate awning like this [Hasika] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZKYSCOM/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1K4BUUXKK1XS5&coliid=IEQT3ZRZQIFSK)

My son loves playing in this tent we got for our beach trip this summer. A blanket on the ground is great if you have shady areas. You can also use a pack n play if you want to make sure they can't go anywhere.

I would bring a mix of swimmers and regular diapers if you plan on actually swimming. No idea how little your baby is, but pack snacks and milk if needed. Three bottles is good, that way if they work up an appetite you’ll have at least one for the ride home. Apply apply apply sunscreen. I’d bring a portable changing mat. two towels for little one in case you want to go swimming then sand castle building afterwards.

Depending on how long you want to stay, you can bring lunch for the grownups. We bring a cooler with subway, chips, cut veggies and watermelon. Easy picnic food. My family doesn’t do chairs because that’s one more thing to pack, but we do have a neat blanket that sand slips through.

For a teeny one I’d grab one of these So jealous I wish I had this like five years ago I’m sure you can find one locally, too.

After that, grab whatever life vest you’d use Here’s the USCG recommendation list

Also a bucket and shovel or two, because sandcastles are required.

Oh oh! Keep a bottle of dollar store baby powder in the car for after you’re done. Dry sandy feet no more. Sparingly sprinkle on feet and sand comes right off! But feet have to be dry. Otherwise you make sand paste.

I think that’s everything.

I bought this one from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Coleman-Instant-Canopy-Lighting-System/dp/B004E4CUBK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1474699178&sr=8-1&keywords=coleman+canopy+with+lighting

Was on sale when I bought it, about $120, but I'd pay twice that for what it has done for us. I made my own side walls for it from a bolt of cotton fabric I bought at Joann's, but any side walls will do. It lowers halfway, so when we leave the campground for the festival each afternoon, we just lower it instead of taking the top off. It has never blown away (though we do sneak in metal stakes and have sandbags to weigh down the legs as backup). We also double it as a tent and it comfortably sleeps 6 people. The lights on the inside are battery powered and are perfect for chilling inside the tent in the wee hours of the morning.

https://www.amazon.com/Coleman-Instant-Pop-Up-Canopy-Shelter/dp/B0033990N8

Vent at the top helps with temps and high winds. The canopy is made of quality waterproof and highly reflective material.

Incredibly easy to set up, take down, has three different height settings, and comes with guy lines on the corners for extra security.

Mine has been going on camping trips and festivals for almost four years now

Bring: a baby bathtub or pool (you can put water in it, or line it with towels and make it into a little lounge/sleep area), I've seen folks bringing a rock-n-play before also, Baby powder (it makes the sand fall off you, sprinkle lots on your feet/legs and watch the sand fall off! Also helps a sweaty, sticky baby), buy a little portable battery powered fan to blow on her while she sleeps. I can't think of much else that isn't standard beach stuff. We have a sport brella and to date it's the best beach item we have purchased and it's been used many times (we live in FL)

Make sure to bring a baby beach tent, perfect for your 1 year old. (any brand will do, make sure it's packable).

We have one of these and it works great: Pacific Breeze Easy Up Beach Tent https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RQQRTSM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_CXDXCbZNJRXHS

Also, try this sun shelter out. I love mine. I spent a week on the beach last summer and didn't get cancer! http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002CLQ1NA?keywords=sun%20shelter&qid=1452192768&ref_=sr_1_5&sr=8-5

It’s a $150 item from Coleman, a seller of inexpensive and inexpensively-made products. You really do get what you pay for.

Let’s say someone took it camping, two nights per weekend trip. That would have lasted 30 campouts - a couple years. I’d say you got your money’s worth.

Take a deep breath and spend more from a better company next time.

Also, the reason the canopy top is so expensive on Amazon is that it’s a replacement part from third-party sellers. Buy the entire thing again for $150: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0033990N8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_jJETCbBDD8B9A

Disclosure: I don't own one myself as I use a tarp anchored to the bed of my truck (something you said you don't have). With that said, I've been pretty impressed with my camp buddy's Coleman canopy. Understand, however, that you need to anchor it well.

I use this one:

http://www.amazon.com/Coleman-Instant-Canopy-Lighting-System/dp/B004E4CUBK

I love the LED lights on the inside. Battery powered. When I got it, it was 140, not the 190 listed there...

But also, what devlindigital said, get at least one sidewall (I put mine facing east so the sun doesn't kill me.)

This is easier to setup then a tent imo.


https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B002CLQ1NA/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1


I use it when I go to shows where I have to educate the public outside with animals. I put the beach umbrella in the pen for the animals to chill under so they don't overheat. I'm pale as a ghost (father is a ginger..thanks dad lol) and I've sat in a lawn chair under it. In a wind storm expo tents were blowing over, but not this umbrella. The pegs are very strong and it has a lot of areas to peg it down.

Sticking one of these upside down on the back of your hatchback is an awesome cover for your bed if you want to keep it open at night, and it gives you a view/ more room.

Pacific Breeze Tent
Really spacious and lightweight, easy to set up. Really holds up well when the infamous OBX winds kick up sand while you're chillin on the beach.

I think it’s more about keeping them out of direct sunlight. For the beach we loved this pop up.

iCorer Automatic Pop Up Instant Portable Outdoors Quick Cabana Beach Tent Sun Shelter, Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014G8K6YG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_sZjxCbB7M1A4A

We went to florida in December when our daughter was about 15 months. My MIL bought us this

Pacific Breeze EasyUp Beach Tent
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RQQRTSM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ktW0xbN1JJ8AB

It helped so much because she played in it in the shade as a break from the sun. Very easy to set up and take down. We threw all of our stuff in there every day as soon as we set up. Also, she took naps in there, out of the sun but catching the breeze while my husband and I got to soak up some sun.

I used this canopy at Lightning In A Bottle and it was amazing. It comes with a built-in LED lighting system that was so useful for finding home base at night, and generally hanging out without having to resort to a dim lantern. I haven't used it under harsh weather conditions but it seems really sturdy and well-made. If you stake it down properly it should be just fine.

For anyone curious, it's these items:

Tent: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01NA6NXB3/

Canopy: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ZKYSCOM/

I was wondering the same thing. I found this on Amazon and it looks to be the same one.
https://www.amazon.com/Hasika-Trailer-Camping-Hatchback-Anti-uv/dp/B00ZKYSCOM/ref=sr_1_12?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1522684208&sr=1-12&keywords=suv+sun+shelter#customerReviews

Hasika makes one you might like. Right around 100 bucks, too.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RQQRTSM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Just bought this... my body IS ready

Canopy 13x13

I have something very similar. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001ASJDWW?pc_redir=1395127504&robot_redir=1

It doesn't offer too much of a breeze and can get very hot if the sun is beaming down on it.