| Most people think about the mountains or | | | | life. Pack some books of sea creatures native |
| forests for camping. However, camping on the | | | | to the area to look up what they are when you |
| beach can be a great alternative. The sand | | | | see them. |
| and water provide plenty of activities for | | | | |
| summertime fun. This can be a great bonding | | | | Make sure you pay attention to any posted |
| experience for the entire family. | | | | warning signs. These may caution against |
| | | | tides, currents, sharks or environmental |
| Many public beaches do not allow camping, so | | | | dangers which could endanger your life. Do |
| do some research before making a trek. There | | | | not swim if there are posted signs and always |
| are a lot of places where camping is allowed, | | | | be aware of your surroundings. Remember that |
| though. Research the areas you are | | | | the sun reflecting off the water intensifies |
| considering before choosing a place, as there | | | | the exposure so wear plenty of sunscreen and |
| may be some restrictions. Many places have | | | | reapply often. |
| rules as far as what vehicles are allowed on | | | | |
| the beach, if any. There may also be | | | | The temperature near the water drops |
| restrictions on materials that are allowed. | | | | substantially at night, so even if it is very |
| Many beaches do not allow bottles because of | | | | hot during the day, pack warmer clothes for |
| the danger of glass breakage. You may also | | | | night time. Be aware of tides and set up camp |
| have particular fire restrictions where fires | | | | so that you have plenty of room between your |
| are allowed only in certain places or under | | | | site and the water. Nothing can ruin a |
| specific conditions. | | | | camping experience faster then getting |
| | | | awakened by the tide entering your tent or |
| The beach can provide a lot of fun | | | | washing away your belongings. |
| activities. Have a sand castle building | | | | |
| contest where the most unique and well-built | | | | Cooking at the beach is a great time to get |
| castle wins a prize. Swimming is a lot of fun | | | | out the seafood and grill shrimp, crabs, |
| but make sure you are aware of any warning | | | | lobster or fish. Sitting around a cozy fire |
| signs that are posted and do not use | | | | with the sun setting and the ocean as a back |
| inflatable floats in high surf. Boogey | | | | drop is a relaxing and enjoyable time. Be a |
| boarding and surfing are great fun and many | | | | considerate camper and remember that other |
| areas will have lessons for those who are new | | | | people will use the facilities. When you |
| to it. Often there are rental stands for jet | | | | leave the area, make sure you leave nothing |
| skis and boats as well. Snorkeling or scuba | | | | behind, all fires are completely out, and |
| diving will provide you a view of undersea | | | | everything is cleaned. |