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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]One thing I see people do alot that leads to water in the tent is using a tarp under their tent but laying it out so it is larger than the tent. Either buy the "footprint" that goes with the tent or fold the tarp in a way that it is smaller than your tent. That way, if it rains, the water doesnt pool up and end up under your tent. [/quote]

I was just going to make this exact point!  Something I learned in Girl Scouts!  With the rainfly you should be good.

Costco often has camping gear this time of year — I bought my sleeping pads there and they work fine.  Some of the Rei stuff is very pricey.

Another trick — especially for the kids— make sure they change all clothes before bed including socks and underwear.  They may not seem wet but they likely have some sweat condensation kn them and when you sleep, that just makes you feel cold and wet.  For cold nights many people like to bring gloves and a knit hat, which makes you much warmer at night, but if you have decent sleeping bags that might be overkill for this weather.

If you are new to camping, make sure you have a good flashlight and preferably a head lamp.  It is way easier to help a kid go to bathroom after dark if you have a headlamp with hands free.  A lantern that sits on the table or floor of tent is also super helpful.   These things are good investments because they are also super helpful if your power goes out at home.  [/quote]

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