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Father’s Day Giveaway: Camping Survival Kit

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As an only child, my parents often took me on short vacation getaways, many of which included camping at various lakes in Southern California.  My husband and I still enjoy camping, although I prefer to “camp” in a tent close to shower facilities. Camping is an affordable family activity that allows for outdoor exploration and appreciation.  You may not know this, but many National Parks offer camping rates for $10 a night.

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The National Park Foundation has partnered with Benadryl to encourage families to pledge to spend more time enjoying the outdoors. As part of the campaign, Discovery Channel’s Josh Bernstein offers some tips for helping families enjoy the outdoors while staying safe.

1.  Select the Perfect Campground:  Whether it’s a national park or your own backyard, choose a fun and unique location that suits your needs, budget, and skill level

2.  Know Your Surroundings:  Where you set up camp could make or break your experience.  Make sure your tent is on elevated ground in case of rain.  Check whether there is a nearby water source and find an adequate cooking spot.

3.  Pack Essentials:  Don’t forget necessities such as water and a flashlight, as well as a first aid kit and any medication you may need.  If you have allergies, this probably means an allergy medication that can help relieve symptoms of an unexpected allergy attack.  Just as you would at home, keep all medicines and first aid supplies out of kids’ reach.

4.  Test Gear:  If it’s your first time camping or if you’ve bought new equipment, be sure to test it before your trip.  You don’t want to arrive at the campsite only to find your lantern doesn’t work or realize you’re missing a tent pole.

5.  Clean Up:  We all love the outdoors and we want to make sure that these places remain vital in our lifetime and for our children and grandchildren.  A good rule of thumb is to leave trails and campsites better than when you found them by collecting and properly disposing of your trash and any trash you find along the way.

Benadryl and the National Park Foundation (NPF) are working together to protect moments outdoors.  Benadryl is donating $200,000 to the NPF.  Additionally, a $1 donation will be made every time someone visits the site and enters a unique promotion code found on specially marked packages of Benadryl.  You can also visit the site to pledge to enjoy a moment outdoors.

Win It! One of you will win a camping survival kit valued at $50 which will include a portable cooler to keep snacks cold, a Bendadryl-branded water bottle to quench thirsts, a compass to keep familes on the right track, and a lantern flashlight to help light the way.   Just leave me a comment with something you learned or found useful on the site.  Comments will close on June 21, 2009 at 10 PM PST.  One comment per person, please (unless you do the extra credit). US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.

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241 Responses to Father’s Day Giveaway: Camping Survival Kit

  8. The thing I found useful on the site is that if you pledge time outdoors they give you all kinds of suggestions of what you can do!

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  14. I couldn’t get the site to work because I am having computer problems but I do know that Benadry is excellent for allergies and will also help you rest.
    From your comments I see that Benadryl is donating $200,000 to the National Park Service which is very generous of them.

    Thanks for the giveaway and have a nice day!

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  27. Benadryl is supporting the National Parks Foundation – a very worthy case. We like to camp near Lake Placid – a lovely spot in July

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  29. This is a good tip, “Pollen and other common triggers of episodic allergy attacks exist outdoors, so don´t forget to check your local allergy forecast before heading out.”

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  30. The combination of Benadryl and national parks seems logical since I have to take Benadryl due to allergies when I go to parks.

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  35. Pollen and other common triggers of episodic allergy attacks exist outdoors, so don´t forget to check your local allergy forecast before heading out. And listen to your body. If you´re having a bad allergy day, you may want to choose another day to enjoy the outdoors.

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  37. The Ant Cam is pretty funny! I also like how the numbers disengage and look like fireflys….Pretty cool website!

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  48. If your having a bad allergy, they suggest that you may should pick another day to enjoy the outdoors.

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  51. I learned that ” Pollen and other common triggers of episodic allergy attacks exist outdoors, so don´t forget to check your local allergy forecast before heading out”. Thanks so much.

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  57. I learned that there is actually an “allergy forecast”…why did I never know that before? Could have come in quite handy!!

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  61. Benadryl is raising money for national parks…. did not know.
    Also, to test new equipment before taking on a trip.
    Thanks!
    Alyzabeth’s Mommy for Eight Months!

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  66. The mission of the National Park Foundation is to strengthen the enduring connection between the American people and their national parks.

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  76. Wow! Benadryl is donating a minimum of $50k and a maximum of $100 k to the National Parks Foundation!

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  85. the “discover parks” link was awesome. i cant wait to check some of them out this summer. definitely bookmarked

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  89. what a great site this was! I couldn’t help but be drawn to Aramark……who was always the supplier of towels & aprons at the bar I worked at for 15 yrs. They apparently helped to secure a million dollar grant to the National Parks! I was so impressed by that & so many other things on the site. I saved it in my favorites so I can go back & read more.

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  92. we just bought a camper and will be heading out for the first time in a few weeks! i was reminded to check the allergy forecast before we go. we have a couple kids with seasonal allergies, so this was a great reminder 🙂

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  99. I learned that one of the best indicators as to whether or not your allergies are going to act up is your own body. Listen to it!

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  103. I learned that Benadryl is raising money for national parks. Seems like a good combo considering my allergies would be going crazy in the woods. 🙂

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  109. Yay for benadryl for donating so much money to the national parks! A good reminder for me to pack allergy medication for my son who goes to scout camp for a week.

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  110. I learned that you should listen to your body. If you´re having a bad allergy day, you may want to choose another day to enjoy the outdoors.

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  113. I really like how you “pledge moments” for outdoor fun! It was so much fun! I chose cloud gazing and they give you little ‘gifts’ at the end (screensavers and backgrounds).

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  119. “Pollen and other common triggers of episodic allergy attacks exist outdoors, so don´t forget to check your local allergy forecast before heading out.” is the tip I found.

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  121. Discovery Channel’s Josh Bernstein’s Camping Survival Kit. is the contest I entered at Amanda.

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  125. I found it pretty cool I can help donate by entering the codes from specially marked packages of Benadryl. Considering I practically live on the stuff, I think I’ll be helping a lot. 😉

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  131. I learned that you can stay at National Parks for $10 a night. I had no idea it was so cheap to stay at a National Park. I always figured it would be more money not less. Thanks for the tip 🙂

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  135. I learned Benadryl is donating $1 each time someone enters the promotional code off their package to the National Parks!

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  141. I found a lot of info on Benadryl!!
    It works for
    runny nose
    Watery eyes
    sneezing
    Itching of the nose or throat!!

    Great Giveaway
    Thanks for the Chance to win!!!
    Leslie

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  160. I like the Ant Cam…Benadryl is supporting the National Parks Foundation….I didn’t even know there was such a thing as “check your local allergy forecast”? That’s cool:)

    [email protected]

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  176. Pollen and other common triggers of episodic allergy attacks exist outdoors, so don´t forget to check your local allergy forecast before heading out. And listen to your body. If you´re having a bad allergy day, you may want to choose another day to enjoy the outdoors.

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  177. Pollen and other common triggers of episodic allergy attacks exist outdoors, so don´t forget to check your local allergy forecast before heading out. And listen to your body. If you´re having a bad allergy day, you may want to choose another day to enjoy the outdoors.

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  180. One of the most useful things I learned was to be sure a pack the antihistamine – you never know what type of critter sting or allergy trigger you might run into. There’s not always a drug store just a few blocks away!

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  181. I like the different “cam” moments they provided. Fun to see different prespectives…my kids loved seeing like an ant does!

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  183. I loved that the site listed many activities to do outdoors as a family. I think too many people are wrapped up in work and kids jjst sit and watch TV or play video games. There were lots of easy suggestions of things to do outdoors.

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  185. The mission of the National Park Foundation is to strengthen the enduring connection between the American people and their national parks

    🙂 Thank you for the wonderful giveaway! 🙂

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  190. You can pledge outdoor time on the site and if you buy Benedryl, enter your promo code there so they’ll donate $1 to the National Parks Foundation.

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  195. I think it is helpful that they have a community where one can connect with other outdoor enthusiasts 🙂

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  204. I learned “Pollen and other common triggers of episodic allergy attacks exist outdoors, so don´t forget to check your local allergy forecast before heading out”

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  212. I learned that every year hundreds of thousands of volunteers donate their time and energy to support your national parks. I think this would be something my daughter would love to do.

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  214. Thanks for the giveaway… The website had a link for coupons worth $5.00 off your next Benedryl purchase; every visitor to the web page resulted in a $1 donation by Benedryl to NPF.

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  216. I liked looking at the different cams. It made me want to go outside and lie in the grass and watch the clouds.

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  217. I had no idea Benadryl was donating money to the national parks. How wonderful of them. Our national parks are a wonderful resource.

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  222. i learned at night keep windows closed to prevent pollen or mold spores from drifting into your home

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  234. As I looked around on the Benadryl site, I found a link to the Audubon Society, which led me to information on the Florida Birding Trail, which has sections near where I live. Lots of great tools and information!

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  238. Pollen and other common triggers of episodic allergy attacks exist outdoors, so don´t forget to check your local allergy forecast before heading out 🙂

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