Camping safety is one of the most important things one should consider before hitting the outdoors.
Being far away from civilization entails a lot of risk to one's safety.
Kids and adults must know how to be safe when camping.
Here are important camping safety tips that every outdoor enthusiast must be aware of: Before camping prepare the following camping safety items: First-aid kit Personalize your first-aid kit to make sure that the items meet your needs, activities and situations.
The key to a great kit is its usability.
Don't throw in items that you know you won't need.
Fill your kit with antiseptics (for cuts, bruises and scrapes), tweezers, bug spray, pain relievers, insect repellents and other basic medicines for common ailments.
Emergency Supplies for Safe Camping Emergency supplies include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Map
• Compass
• Flashlight
• Knife
• Waterproof fire starter
• Personal shelter
• Whistle
• Warm clothing
• Food
• Water
• Insect protection

Know the ABCs of Emergency Treatments

• Having a complete first aid kit is not sufficient for an outdoor camping trip.
  You must know how to identify and treat individuals when the situation calls for it.
  
• The principle of ABC treatment is giving priority to and recognizing serious injuries and attending to them until medical help arrives.
  
• ABC literally stands for Airway, breathing and circulation-this is in the order of importance.
  Check for airway restrictions, breathing and circulation.
  

Weather Conditions Before you go to a particular place, find out the weather conditions first.
That will help to prevent the occurrence of unpleasant surprises.
Also, if you plans to pursue your trip despite a bad weather make sure that you bring necessary tools and supplies (warm clothes, medicine, food, radio etc.
) Arrive Early Plan your trip and arrive early at your destination so you will have enough time to do the following:

• Check the place for potential hazards
• Avoid areas of natural hazards
• Inspect for Camping Safety of the site
• Pitch tents in a safe spot
• Stay away from poisonous plants

Build Fires Safely

• Make sure that you build fires only in safe areas.
  Keep fuel-burning appliances as far away as possible from your supplies, tents and other camping tools.
  This prevents ignition from sparks, flames or heat.
  
• Aside from building fire away from your tent or camper, make sure that you never leave your fires unattended.
  Most accidents occur because of this.
  
• If you're using a propane stove for cooking, never forget to read the instructions carefully.
  

Watch out for Bugs and Insects

• As much as possible stay away from bugs and knowing how to deal with the problem ones.
  They are attracted to dark-colored clothing and perfumes (or colognes).
  So avoid wearing these things when you're on a camping trip.
  
• When they approach you, simply use a gentle pushing or brushing motion to deter them.
  Waving wildly and swatting won't work.
  

Know What To Do When Encountering Wildlife

• Keep bears away by keeping your campsite clean and this includes keeping your food, garbage, coolers, cooking equipment and utensils safely hidden.
  
• If in case you see a bear approaching, fire or light is a good bear deterrent.
  And remember, bears are wild creatures, so feeding them is never a good idea.