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Summer Camping is a strong trend that shows that camping is always peaking in popularity during the summer season. This peak in popularity comes down to a few important reasons;

Firstly, Not only are kids out of school for a couple of months with nothing to do but the weather is exceptional. You can participate in a lot of different activities during summer as the weather pretty much allows you to do whatever pleases you. Whether it is playing golf or tennis, whether it is hiking or swimming, the summer months are the absolute best time to get outdoors and do these activities while camping.

Another advantage of camping in summer is the longer days. As the tilt of the earth brings more hours of sunshine during summer so are the days longer.

With the days being longer comes the benefit of being able to fit more in a day. So more time enjoying the different activities that come during the longer days,
and even the nights are clear.

Unfortunately, there are a few drawbacks when camping in summer.
One of the more considerable ones is an availability of sites. In summer, campsites and campgrounds are noticeably more difficult to reserve a spot which means that booking prior to leaving is vital to your overall camping experience.

Another drawback of summer camping is the heat inside a tent, If you were to step into a tent during the day in summer it would be sometimes over 100 degrees. Making it impossible to stay in for more than a few minutes.

When considering going camping in summer, It is important to be physically prepared for summer camping. Constant exposure to the sun can often lead to heatstroke, sunburn and even severe dehydration which means staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water is absolutely essential along with protecting yourself from the heat using sunscreen.

As an important rule:  Remember the 3 S's (Slip, Slop, Slap)

Slip- Slip on a t-shirt. Remember to cover up during the times of 11 am and 2 pm as these are when the sun is at its strongest.
Slop- Slop on some sunscreen. Make sure to apply sunscreen to any exposed areas to avoid being sunburnt. Getting burnt by the sun is one of the more easier ways to develop melanoma skin cancer, so make sure to use sunscreen.
Slap- Slap on a hat. Always wear a hat to protect your head from the sun

Another piece of advice to consider is taking insect repellent. Insect repellent should be a part of your camping supplies as spending time outdoors means exposure to nature's pests, particularly mosquitoes.

Here are some additional tips to make for a better summer camping experience:

1. Bring lots of water to stay hydrated.
2. Try to avoid hiking and being overly active during extremely hot temperatures.
3. Stay in the shade if possible and don't expose yourself to the sun for too long.