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While being on a hitchhiking trip, one never knows where to end in the evening. '''Camping''' can be a good option to sleep outside overnight. Here you find info about several sorts of camping, as well as some tips for ''outdoor survival''.
[[Image:Erga-camping-in-finland.jpg|thumb|250px|right|Erga and [[User:Guaka|guaka]] camping in the South of [[Finland]], next to the [[highway]]]]
==Shelter==
Set up late, clear out early. Discrete camping on the road means different things for everyone. Accommodations can range from tents to tarps, bivouacs to hammocks depending on personal preference. The requirements for shelter vary for everyone, in every environment.
[[Image:Zac_sleeping_in_Gent,_Belgium.jpg|thumb|300px|Zac sleeping under an umbrella]]
===Tents===
Tents are the heaviest option for shelter, but are the most private and sealed
Also check [[Things_to_carry#Camping|things to carry]]
[[Image:Zac_sleeping_in_Gent,_Belgium.jpg|thumb|300px|Zac sleeping under an umbrella]]
===Water===
While you may come across fresh, clear water many times on your travels, care must be taken to avoid becoming sick when drinking it. Microscopic bacteria is often found in fresh water stream and rivers, especially near civilization or agricultural areas (farms). Even slight contamination of a water source can ;leave you violently ill. Fortunately, there are multiple ways to treat suspected water.

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