Blue over Green, Tent in Between

I’m old, I’m cranky. Why do I keep air-camping? There are so many reasons.

Amy Laboda

Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at 11:15 AM ET

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There's lots to keep in mind if you decide to go air-camping. [Courtesy: Amy Laboda]

Key Takeaways:

Air-camping offers a cost-effective method for pilots to access and enjoy unique destinations, also serving as an emergency lodging option.
Resources like the Recreational Aviation Foundation Airfield Guide are invaluable for identifying suitable airfields with camping facilities.
Essential air-camping gear includes a quality lightweight tent (sized up), a versatile tarp for shelter, and a minimalist, safe cooking setup.
A crucial element for enjoying air-camping, according to the author, is always having coffee and maintaining a humorous, adaptable attitude towards minor inconveniences.

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Everything hurts. I’m not going to open my eyes. Oh, hell. Bladder warning. Reality check. I’m going to have to move.

Eyes open, I’m assaulted by the day-glo orange of the hyperlight tent I’m lying inside. There’s a bucolic moment where I hear birdsong—and then something else. The rapid beating of blades on air. A helicopter: big, inbound. Where was that helicopter pad staked out?