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[00:00:00.00] Casey waves from a campsite. There is a tent, a table for a camp stove, a picnic table for eating, and a clothesline for hanging clothes. There are also several other containers and bins full of equipment. She is wearing an L.L.Bean green cap and a blue jacket.

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[00:00:00.11] Hey, there. My name is Casey. And today, I will be sharing the top five common camping mistakes that we've made at our campsite so you don't make them at yours. I have asked L.L.Bean employees across the country what are the common mistakes that they've made, and this is what they told us.

[00:00:14.27] One

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[00:00:14.27] Text: one, choosing the wrong tent site.

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[00:00:14.48] of the most common mistakes that was reported was setting up your tent in a low area. This is where the runoff rain and flooding could wreak havoc on your tent, unless you enjoy waking up in an inch of cold water. So to avoid this, make sure you choose a space that is as flat and level as possible.

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[00:00:31.27] Text: two, bringing boots into the tent.

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[00:00:31.55] told us about muddy floors and dirty clothes because he made the mistake of bringing his dirty boots inside the tent. So to keep your tent clean, cozy, and habitable, give your boots the boot and keep them outside. A

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[00:00:44.43] Sets her boots on a welcome mat outside of the tent.

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[00:00:44.60] real pro tip is to get one of these L.L.Bean Water Hog mats and place it on the outside of the tent. Nothing is getting past this baby.

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[00:00:52.67] Text: three, storing food improperly.

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[00:00:53.09] mistake that we heard from our employees was not storing food properly. If you don't, you're going to get a lot of creatures stopping by for an uninvited midnight snack. But no worries. You can always store your food in a cooler or a container with a sturdy latch. You

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[00:01:06.97] Casey bends down and touches a sturdy L.L. Bean blue cooler.

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[00:01:07.14] can also hang your food from a tree using a container and a sturdy rope. Or, if your car is nearby, you can always keep it in there.

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[00:01:14.05] Presses her car fob button.

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[00:01:14.25] Whatever you do, do not leave food in your tent, even toothpaste. But be sure to brush.

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[00:01:19.42] Animation: a flash appears on her front teeth. Text: four, understanding the cold.

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[00:01:20.10] My number one camping rule is that no matter how cold it seems now, it's probably going to get a lot colder later. The key is to bring layers, like a fleece, or a hoodie, or even a down jacket. Being

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[00:01:32.71] Casey points to all these items which are inside of a bag beside her.

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[00:01:33.12] able to add or remove these layers allows you to find your optimal comfort whenever you want, even as the temperatures fluctuate.

[00:01:40.66] Also,

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[00:01:40.66] Casey speaks to us from inside of a tent.

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[00:01:41.28] get a quality sleeping bag and maybe some blankets that are warm and insulated. Adding a sleeping pad or cot is a great way to add distance between you and the frozen tundra below. You'll retain more body heat, and your sleeping bag and blankets will be more effective at keeping you warm and cozy. Another trick is to add a bottle of warm water to the bottom of your sleeping bag to keep your toes nice and toasty. Just be sure the lid's on tight.

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[00:02:05.99] She squeezes the lid of a plastic bottle shut.

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[00:02:06.39] Yeah.

[00:02:06.93] No

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[00:02:06.93] Text: five, forgetting the essentials. She sets a foldable chair down and sits in it.

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[00:02:07.26] matter how many times you've been camping, these are some of the essential items you should always have on hand. The

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[00:02:13.03] Text: essential number one water. She holds up an L.L. Bean metal bottle of water.

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[00:02:13.14] first thing I want to talk about is water. Being outdoors without plenty of water is dangerous. Even Kimberley, one of our more experienced campers, underestimated the heat and almost fainted from dehydration. Always keep plenty of water on hand or have access nearby.

[00:02:28.59] Accidents

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[00:02:28.62] Text: essential number two first aid.

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[00:02:29.13] happen. Always err on the side of caution and pack a first aid kit. Always

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[00:02:33.31] Text: essential number three bug spray.

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[00:02:33.75] have bug spray or some sort of insect repellent on hand. One

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[00:02:37.06] Text: essential number four dry socks.

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[00:02:37.29] employee, Colleen, likes to bring an extra set of socks with her. This way, she always has a pair of dry socks on hand. Plus, it's the perfect way to stay warm in your tent.

[00:02:46.33] And there it is. We've shared five mistakes to avoid while camping so you don't make them yourself. Let's put them on the board. Choosing

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[00:02:53.10] A numbered list appears beside Casey.

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[00:02:53.61] the wrong tent site; bringing your boots inside the tent; storing your food improperly; underestimating the cold; and forgetting the essentials.

[00:03:02.16] That's it for me. I hope to see you at camp. And leave us a comment below with any camping mistakes that you've made. And be sure to like and subscribe for more tips and tricks for your time outdoors, at the campsite, and beyond.

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[00:03:14.45] There is a tray for washing dishes beside an L.L. Bean stand for cutting food. Beside this there is a camp stove. Behind the camp stove there is a clothesline with a blue towel on it. There's a forest in the background.