Mr. Wormington drove off to buy cheap sneakers for several days of camping and wading through water.
But from my days of camping alone, I knew I could expect one irrational but very large fear per night.
Being placed in an unfamiliar environment forces you to use your initiative and develop self-confidence – surviving 10 days of camping in the wild is something that three years of university could never provide.
Although not exactly Baden-Powell material, the pillows were our only cop-out in six delightful, life-enhancing days of camping on St Lucia, the ravishing volcanic island where tat-sellers on its palm-fringed beaches greet you with the words "Welcome to paradise!" and push a banana in your mouth.
Like many chuckers, the Harris family have been coming for years: They've attended at least 24 of the 27 Chuckwagon Championships, an event that now includes eight full days of camping, ranch-related clinics, rodeo events, and a mini state fair.
Although few snowfalls tend to graduate to more than a general dusting (or half an inch in spots), it's crucial that you know what to expect during your few days of camping out.
