The sublime weather from October to April draws all of us into nature more frequently. As you pack up the UTE and motor out of town, the noise and activity of EVERYDAY LIFE start to fade away with the skyline in your rearview. Where is your favourite quick getaway destination?
There are various types of vehicle-based camping to fit your comfort/nature ratio. Which one of these styles suits you?
- Supported Camping – If you do not have a car, UTE, or RV and want to camp with more amenities than you can carry, plan a gear storage trailer to be delivered to your campsite. Carry a light day pack and go hiking. You will arrive at your site where your secured gear is waiting. The next day you pack it up and hike to the next site at Lake Elizabeth, The Gums, or Firth Park.
- Car Camping – Pack up the car and drive to a state/national park or campgrounds. You carry nothing. Everything for your trip is packed in the vehicle. You can use the car to run for supplies if not too far away. Check out Main Road, Wilsons Promontory.
- UTE Camping – Have you seen the kits for trucks? UTE trays, sliders, canopies, rooftop tents, and all the kits you can imagine are available. Your 4×4 can reach private destinations with spectacular views and serene nature away from another campfire. Pack your kit into a versatile UTE canopy in Melbourne UTE camping at Number One Camp or Lerderderg is not too far away.
- Glamping – Pack nothing but your clothes and personal needs. Arrive with little to do. During your booking, all meals have been planned for preparation by the onsite chef, who made sure to chill the wine and beer. The permanent tents resemble cabins on the inside with plush beds, flatscreens, air conditioning, and a full bar fridge.
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Here are some quick tips to pack your UTE tray for a smooth vacay.
- Make sure your UTE tray or canopy is properly attached. The simple things get lost in complacency and the busyness of last-minute packing. Get the vehicle serviced and cleaned before you pack up.
- Before we get into how to pack, let’s address what to pack. Minimise. Pack necessities and don’t overcomplicate the holiday. Aim for pleasure in simplicity. When you pack less, the vehicle works less allowing you to go further, have fewer mechanical issues, and reach needed tools if they arise.
- When packing place heavier items closer to the cab and low in the tray. This helps with overall vehicle balance and efficiency on all surfaces.
- Secure your excess gear. When adding items to the top or sides of your UTE strap them down for highway speeds with netting and bungys to control the tension.
- Utilize the drays on your tray. Keep all the little things from rolling around or disappearing when needed by securing them in drawers or tray organizers.
Unpacking and camp setup is as difficult as you make it. Arrive, park, set up some basics, and sit down for a cool one. Just reaching a site can be a day of effort and issues. Set up as you go.
