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RV Lifestyles: security at remote campsites

Considering several shocking incidents within Australia during the past years, it is surprising that many people are easy to put off the idea of camping in remote areas because of what they see in the media. With the murder, apparently increasing the relative safety of bricks and mortar becomes ever more comforting.

Right or wrong, this perception of potential danger in the lonely places can be difficult to shake, especially for someone with limited outdoor experience. Realistically, then, is there anything we can do to isolated campsites easier to use – at least from a security standpoint?

The answer is a resounding 'yes', but before addressing the issue in detail maybe we should make some attempt to recover our lost perspective.

Simply put, crime and cities go together like fleas and dogs. That not mean that there is no threat in rural areas, but the level of crime there is very, very low rates in the big city. After all, as any Crim experienced know, booty in the forest are negligible compared to the big smoke unlimited prospects. The result is, we are much safer, in general, the more we travel beyond the suburbs.

Understandably, however, many travelers prefer to stay within their comfort zone, limiting their stops to tourist parks, camps, or "safe" areas where business related abounds. Despite the apparent wisdom of this approach is that really all that want from your travels? Did not that put limits on their outdoor experiences, not to mention your overall enjoyment?

Some campers think so. With the strengthen the confidence of the family, his strategy is to start in the parks for tourism or business camps, with time to time pass national and state parks, then some later, finding a private Shangri-La somewhere further away.

Perhaps most important – and regardless of which camp – your choice lifestyle outdoor predetermine, to some extent, their inherent level of security. Sleeping in a tent, for example, rarely develop a sense of equal protection that of a caravan, and even caravans, one could argue, do not provide the comprehensive security of a motor home. Clearly then, decisions relating to their air hotel free may indirectly affect the long-term enjoyment.

That being the case, a caravan of small and medium-sized motorhome or caravan, it seems a reasonable compromise between the trifecta of camping safety, accessibility of the site, and the lifestyle outdoors.

In fact, the "RV wall hard choices" have the advantage additional external interference "would be instantly detected by the occupants, making the intrusion at night, for example, highly unlikely. Of course, Additional security is easily installed in the form of security screens on doors and windows, and additional interior padbolts.

Indeed, evidence suggests a trend in which travelers happily inscribe their names on a wall outside of your RV. As welcoming as this might be, it might be unwise, given the possibility of 'undesirables' calling your name from the outside, he asks the children or to open the door to someone claims to be a friend.

The same could be said of our inclination natural to help strangers along a road crossing. Unfortunately, the help of old "-each-other-out" principle requires more careful consideration in these days.

But back to the real question: For travelers who hope eventually to go beyond the crowds and costs of trade parks and campgrounds, it comes down to how to best use out of campsites hunches so extra caution dictates that is justified. And most of these situations, the number one rule is' Privacy = "Security". Generally speaking, anyway.

First, select a site far enough from the activity closely and passing traffic – or hidden by trees and shrubs – in order not to invite unnecessary attention. Perhaps it goes without saying, but anything within three miles of a city or a dozen miles from a pub is best avoided.

Remember, too, it's a good idea to choose Instead of stopping for the night while there is still an hour of daylight. Find a place well back from the road, preferably along a side track for his field is not obvious to drivers.

Choose a spot before dark also has time to their surroundings (houses? Farms? Fences? Output alternative?), and take a good look around. Signs of holiday driving, reckless, or excessive contamination should lead to the decision to proceed.

Yet another benefit of creating the light of day is that cooking and other tasks can get out of the way early, which means less need Lighting and stumble upon the site after dark. Still, it does not hurt to keep an eye (and ear) on passing traffic. Slowing or return Vehicles should get your antennae contractions.

Invariably, in these makeshift camps overnight RV travelers choose to stay in the way output. No tents, no chairs in the field, no gear stored under the RV, no stabilizer jacks – and generally facing the "exit". Al next day, if you feel more relaxed about the site, a larger scale could be considered.

Once camp is set and the sun sets, the more ads evident from their presence are a bonfire and various lighting the field. Note that if you can see the headlights of passing, it is likely your Camplight and fire are visible for them. However, if the fire is small, low-set, in a ditch outside the "highway side" of camp (controlled by van or vehicle), everything should be fine. For peace of mind, out on the road and look to the camp.

Similarly, try to minimize the lighting the field, and keep curtains and blinds Bungalows completely drawn. And though a flashlight is essential for effective Bush's trip, intermittent light rays through the tree is a gift instantly.

More commonly, however, all traffic, but fails to come at night and take the field himself. In the unlikely event that someone is pulled in, stay calm. Be friendly – useful if necessary – but it's better not to encourage invited to "share a beer by the fire." More than likely, it will be just another pilgrim who seek the safety of fellow travelers.

Before retiring for the night, it's nice to walk around from your computer to check the fire is out, the car locked, and the gearbox has been left there.

Assuming everything pans and set out in a few days, you probably will need to drive to the nearest town for supplies. If so, leave the campsite occupants seem not very far: camp chairs set up, coffee cups on the table, some clothes hanging on a line. Of course the caravan should be enclosed with the curtains drawn, and any sure thing of value in or taken with you. Not a bad idea to leave a radio playing inside the van, either.

Not surprisingly, it is during the night when nervous campers experience their greatest concerns. Fortunately, the best deterrence against potential troublemakers are also the simplest: light and sound. As safety professionals tell us, when intruders feel in danger, their immediate reaction is to get out – fast. On the road to find a more white easy!

One way to accomplish this is to fix up some form of lighting that can be activated from his bed, and a reflector of 12-volt or two does the job. Indeed, the exterior lighting is more useful (and their own movements less obvious) if the interior lights remain off while you are watching the darkness.

In addition to outdoor lighting, you might consider some sort of noise making device. Compact personal alarms available at electronics stores (Dick Smith, Tandy) are inexpensive and effective. Of course it is embarrassing when the storm finally the RV, bright lights, sirens, which faces a cheeky possum! The most likely is all that ever will be.

On the other hand, if you prefer camping to be sure more serious, here are a few more possibilities to consider:

Dogs: the best security service about a traveler can get, but have a cost in money and maintenance. And many tourist parks – plus all the national parks – do not allow them.

Alarm LEDs: small, flashing red lights, usually within a vehicle to indicate an alarm is not active (even if there is not) can be installed anywhere in 12-volt is available. Make only visible, without being too obvious.

Strobe Lights: The greatest value of a strobe light flashing blue is the universal recognition – between good and bad – that there has been an intrusion. From this point of view, may be more effective than basic security lighting.

Timers: A light active random during the night by a timer for 24 hours x 15 minutes, may suggest that concern is a camper inside. Anyone who has seen the camp who feel frustrated enough to seek easier prey.

Alarms and sirens: Several types are available in various activated by sensors magnetic, infrared sensors or internal switches. They take a bit of creation, are prone to accidental initiation, and are generally gross over-kill. Anyway, if that's what it takes to put the family's fears to rest, visit electronics stores again.

Communications: In inland areas, mobile phone networks rarely within range, so for emergency communications in a satellite phone account or HF radio. For most campers, however, the $ 2000-plus price tags are difficult to justify. AM / SSB and UHF sets, although less expensive, depend on a trucker or a farmer who is within three or four miles. However, from the outside, hearing the occupants put out a "distress call" would be sufficient reason to continue.

Guns: From a legal standpoint – and training for the maintenance of individual firearms and competition in mind – this is definitely a problem for careful assessment, staff. Surely any weapon in the hands of experience, or someone overcome by the panic, soon becomes more danger than protection. And if the weapons fall into the hands of an intruder, an extremely awkward scenario could be the result! His call.

As mentioned above, the human stakes in isolated areas are so rare as to be almost nonexistent. That said, it does not hurt to be realistic. A good dose of controlled paranoia, supported by meticulous preparation not only improves their level of security also helps the family feel more comfortable while enjoys the solitude of real Bush.

About the Author

Bill Revill is an Australian freelance writer, fulltime RV traveller, and remote lifestyle expert. For further information go to:
http://www.livingontheroad.com

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Copyright 2007 by W.V. Revill