"Learn the basics of family camping from longtime outdoorswoman Goldie Silverman and the legion of experienced kid and parent campers that lent their voices to this authoritative, yet fun and whimsical book. Novice and experienced campers alike will find the tips in Camping with Kids invaluable. Whether car, tent, or RV-camping, you will find everything you need to know from preparing your family for a camping trip, to setting up camp, to what to do if things should go awry. It also tells you how to step beyond car camping into backpacking, canoe touring, and other extended adventures"--Back cover.

Subtitle from cover. Includes index. "1st edition January 2006, 3rd printing 2016"--Title page verso.

Starting out -- Planning your trip -- The real thing -- Staying safe, sound, and happy -- Beyond camping: leaving the car behind -- Appendix: resources.