The Mail-Journal, Volume 15, Number 25, Milford, Kosciusko County, 12 July 1978 — Page 9

SUMMER

Getting back to nature takes planning

Six million campers can’t be wrong. There’s something about meals cooked over an open fire, pursuing a sport, rock hunting.

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» sleeping under the stars and other reasons why camping enthusiasts pack up their mobile shelters and take to the open

road. Seasoned campers have often learned by trial and error what works best for them out in the wilderness But the camping novice may be confused about what is needed to cdmp — from roughing it to bringing everything including the kitchen sink. Before traveling several hundred miles, exjjerts recommend testing new equipment in a familiar surrounding — the backyard. This at-home experiment might prevent a lot of aggravation on the road. But, if you’re not sure you’ll really like it and don’t want to make a regretted financial mistake, complete camping outfits and equipment can be rented. The first item needed is a tent. Estimating the size of the tent needed is usually difficult. But, by multiplying the number of campers plus one by 18, the figure will give the floor space needed. Os course, for those wanting to camp a little more comfortably, there are many types of recreational vehicles to choose from. A good suggestion to follow when shopping for a RV, is camping comtort and convenience usually depends on the price. As the comfort increases; so does the price. A smart shopper should also consider how often the vehicle will be used, where it will be used, where it wilt be stored and how- long camping trips will last. The next item needed is a sleeping bag. When selecting these portable “beds,” keep in mind the thickness of the bag determines the warmth, not the weight. And, for those used to sleeping on a mattress. camping

will be a more restful experience if the bags are placed on air mattresses or foam rubber pads. Coolers and cooking equipment is essential to prepare those outdoor meals. A family picnic can do a great deal for those not knowing what types of food to take on an extended camping trip. Several outdoors cooks recommend taking a good supply of eggs, bacon, sausage, milk, frozen hamburger patties, frozen pizza, frozen French toast, an assortment of canned goods, coffee, dry cocoa mix, fresh fruit, soda pop and containers of water. A cooking stove might be in

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MILFORD CAMPERS — The Owen (Gene) Richards family, r 1 box 158-H Milford, enjoy camping as a family activity. In the back is Owen Richards. In front are: Carolyn Richards. Sakina. 10. and Jeff. 14. Not shown is Jimmy, 12.

Camping is enjoyed by Milford family

Camping has become a popular summer recreational activity enjoyed by many families. One family which finds this especially - true is the Owen (Gene) Richards family, r 1 box 158-H Milford. To the Richards, camping has been a family activity since 1967 when they camped in a tent all over .Europe. Since then, they have to camping with some style now’ having a self-contained mobile camper. Even though not necessarily "roughing it,” the Richards feel satisfaction jn their outdoors way of life. Richards says, “I enjoy getting outdoors and meeting other people.” His wife and children agree. “I like it," says son Jeff, 14. "You can meet new friends." Daughter Sakina, 10, comments, “I think camping s fun ’cause I can play with my cousins.” And wife Carolyn relates, “I like camping because it's one thing the whole familycan do. It’s something we can do as a family and enjoy it Another son, Jimmy, 12. also ’enjoys camping. The Richards try to camp as often as possible all rear round. t They have gone to many snowball campouts in the winter where campers can snowmobile instead of cruising the trails on a minibike.

order. Several types of gas fueled stoves can be found. One thing to remember when cooking outdoors, never cook in the tent where you sleep. Cooking odors imbedded in tent fabric attract animals such as skunks and bears. A few other camping essentials are a lantern and tarpaulin to put underneath the floor of the tent. Finally, the main piece of eamping gear to take is yourself Remember you and your family are out to have a relaxing vacation. So, have fun getting back to nature!

Most of the family’s camping is done at places the National Campers and Hikers Association (NCHA), of which they are a member, recommend. TheSe campouts are held with other NCHA members and group activities are often scheduled. Some of the activities the family enjoys are: fishing, horseshoe contests, jarts contests, ping -pong, swimming, hiking, bicycle riding, motorbiking and softball. Many of the activities are determined on which campground the familyvisits. \ Richards said most campgrounds offer quite a bit of activities because of competition. He added that these activities are included in the price the camper pays as he enters the ground. The favorite campground enjoyed by the Milford family is in Bowling Green, Ky. Os course, each member has his or her particular favorite. Besides traveling to NCHA campgrounds, the Richards try to go out and discover new places on their own. They have even tried "primitive” camping, which means there are no electrical or water hook-ups. Mrs. Richards says, "When we ’ go out on our own, we find a lot to do.” With the Richards, camping also means having a fun week end at a minimal cost. Father Richards says, “We started camping more or less as a means of conserving finances. You’re not really spending any more money than you would spend at home over the week end. Os course, for those just starting out. the cheapest route to go would be with a tent. Richards likes the convenience of a trailer, however. He commented, “We felt if were going to do it and enjoy it we don’t want to spend half of the time setting up and taking down. The convenience outweighs the added expense.” Besides the camper, the family also takes along several changes of clothes, consummable foods, firewood, silverware and towels. "We take just about everything we use in the house,” says Mrs. Richards. Besides the NCHA, the family is also a member of the Maple City Saps chapter 129, a camping club out of Goshen. Even though the 'Richards enjoy camping, what about other families? Richard says, “rthink it’s (camping) becoming more popular. More families are camping.”

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AND MAY YOl’ HAVE 50 MORE. MICKEY — Mickey Mouse marks a half-century of happy performances with special activities throughout 1978. Among them are Mickey Mouse’s 50th Birthday Parade every day at Walt Disney World now through November 18. That date marks the world famous entertainer’s 1928 film debut in ‘Steamboat Willie’ at’New York’s Colony Theater. All the famous Disney characters join in the parade celebration including his pals from the early day s. Minnie. Donald. Goofy apd Pluto. j

Mickey celebrates birthday

Millions of visitors from all over the world will help celebrate a very special birthday at Walt Disney World Iri Florida this summer. The 10-month event is the 50th birthday parade for the happylittle fellow who started it- all. ♦Mickey Mouse. The celebration goes on every day until November 18. the date which * marked Mickey’s motion picture debut in 1928 as ‘Steamboat Willie’ in the world’s first cartoon ‘talkie’. , Mickey’s 50th Birthday Parade is one of two special attractions entertaining Walt Disney World and Disneyland guests for 1978 The second summer special event will be the glittering ‘Main Street Electrical Parade’ with 30 floats sketching fanciful creatures with more than one million tiny light bulbs. There’s everything from a fire-breathing version of Pete’s Dragon to dancing hippos and twirling turtles from Fantasia’. The electrical parade, a smash hit in its premiere summer last year, will return each night June 10 through September 3. The Magic Kingdom summer hours are 9 ' • to la.m. Mickey's parade each day includes a giant birthday cake, a 20-foot-high birthday card and colorful gifts. Around them dance such world-famous stars

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as Snow White afid the Seven Dwarfs. Alice in Wonderland, Winnje-the-Pooh and all of MifKey’s other animated friends The Magic Kingdom includes 45 uniquely Disney adventures such as ‘lt’s a Small World’ and the popular Jungle River Cruise plus musical entertainment, shops, shows and unusual dining opportunities.

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Disney ‘imaigineers’ already are planning a whole new phase in Walt Disney World's development of the Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow t EPCt )T > Major corporations and governments, will participate in the EPCOT Center project scheduled for construction m the 1980's.

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