Oka camping lot ratings

• Author: DigitalMind
• Filed under: Camping
• Date: May 27,2008

When booking a camping lot at Oka, there are lots of different sections to choose from. Unfortunately, they aren’t all as good as the other. Marina and I got lucky in getting lots that we were VERY happy with, so we decided to walk around and rate the different camping lots so that the next time we book a camping outting, we know the lots we want and more importantly the camping lots we DON’T WANT. As always, I share my knowledge with all of you so that you can get a GREAT camping lot and have a wonderful time.

We rated the lots on a scale of 1 to 10, and sometimes put comments. In general however, for tent camping, I recommend THE DUNES section. It’s best to try and get lots that are in the corners, and along the OUTSIDE of the camping section. Not in the middle because this means having more neighbors. (Not always though -  there were a few GORGEOUS lots in the middle sections)

• Lot # 160 - 8/10 - We’ve used this lot and loved it. About 5 minute walk to the beach, and lots of privacy.

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Oka National Park video slideshow of May 2008 tent camping

• Author: DigitalMind
• Filed under: Camping
• Date: May 20,2008

For those of you who are blocked from seeing youtube video’s, the usual photo album will be up soon. In the meantime, here’s my Video Slideshow of tent camping at Oka National Park. Might be useful for those of you trying to decide if Oka is a good choice for you. Search the site and you will see I have reviews for Oka park and there are LOTS more to come. Feel free to leave any questions in the comments section if you want advise about Oka Park Camping.

Oka Camping was AMAZING !

• Author: DigitalMind
• Filed under: Camping
• Date: May 18,2008

My girlfriend Marina and I spent the last 4 days camping in Oka National Park. Once again the camping was incredible, and we beat all odds to get good weather.

Since I’ve only been back a few hours, I will not be writing anything big about this, but I can let you know about the future blogs that will be following :

• Oka National Park Tent / Car camping review #2
• The killer raccoons of Oka National Park part 2
• Oka National Park Camping Lot Overview / ratings (Marina and I rated all the lots around us, to give you a good idea of what lot to pick when booking your camping at Oka)
• Oka National Park Camping trip May 2008 Picture Album
• Oka Camping Video Slideshow
• Making good coffee while camping with no power using your regular coffee machine

These posts will be added in the days that follows. Stay tuned !

Tent camping in the rain. Tips and Tricks.

• Author: DigitalMind
• Filed under: Camping
• Date: May 14,2008

Tomorrow my girlfriend Marina and I are going tent camping in Oka for a few days. It’s mid-May and the mornings and nights still get cold, so it means we’re bringing LOTS of warm blankets and sleeping bags. There’s also pretty high chances that it will be raining for 2 out of the 4 days we’ll be there, so this involves some extra planning. When you’re properly equipped, camping in the rain can be VERY fun. It’s wonderful to spend all this time outside, while it’s raining, being close to nature and all the things that come out in the rain. It’s wonderful as long as you’re not getting soaked, cold, or bored that is ; but those are all things we can prepare for!

Things to bring and DO when camping in the rain :

• TARPS are your friends when you go camping and are expecting rain. I bring 1 ground tarp, 1 HUGE tarp that goes above the tent and into the cooking area. (So it makes us a roof outside the tent) I’ve also got 1 more emergency tarp that will be used to make a single side-wall on the outside of the tent to prevent horizontal rain from soaking us if it’s really raining hard. (I use rope thrown up into high branches to pull up my tarp)
• Bring lots of Games ! I always suggest bringing games when camping, but when you’re expecting rain, pack a few more in there. You never know how long you’ll be in the tent or under your shelter watching and listening to the rain fall, and it’s always nice to have things to do. Bring whatever games you and your camping companions like to play. I’m bringing a deck of cards, scrabble, Blokus, Guesswho, and Connect 4.

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Tent Camping at Oka National Park - Review, Tips, and Tricks

• Author: DigitalMind
• Filed under: Camping
• Date: Apr 25,2008

I haven’t been to many camp grounds, but Oka National Park is one of my favorites because it’s not too far from montreal (about 30-40 minute drive), it has a long Beach (which is rare), and is literally in the middle of a huge forest that has nice bike paths, wildlife, and views.

There are a few things that should be mentioned however :

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10 easy ways to “Green Up” your home or apartment

• Author: DigitalMind
• Filed under: Camping, Solar Power and Off-Grid Living, Uncategorized
• Date: Apr 25,2008

The world is overpopulated, and together we’re slowly killing it. There’s a lot of talk about being eco-friendly and “green”, but are you doing anything about it ?? I’ve spent the last year trying to minimize my ecological footprint, here are 10 easy things that i’ve been doing (or trying mostly) that I suggest you also do !

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How to install your TARP for rainy camping

• Author: DigitalMind
• Filed under: Camping
• Date: Apr 14,2008

TARPS are one of the most important things to bring with you when you go tent camping. Camping is supposed to be fun, and rain doesn’t take that away if you’re prepared ! I learned the hard way, and it will never happen again. This post is about tarps for camping : What you need and how to set it up.

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The Killer Racoons of Oka National Park

• Author: DigitalMind
• Filed under: Camping
• Date: Feb 13,2008

Last summer, on our first camping trip, Marina and I went to Oka National Park. It’s not too far from Montreal (about 40 minutes) yet is in the middle of the forest. Nature everywhere, nice beaches, it was beautiful. Everything was great, except for the evil fearless racoons that live in the forest.

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Camping - Things you need to remember !

• Author: DigitalMind
• Filed under: Camping, Solar Power and Off-Grid Living
• Date: Jan 27,2008

This is my “getting ready for camping” guide for the techie :

I love camping. A lot of people think of techie’s as people who are always in front of a computer, but I see it very differently. To me a techie is someone who needs to know how things work. The most interesting things are the newest technologies, (hence the term techie) but a techie’s interest are not limited only to these. The “Techie Power” needed here is simply a matter of how to live comfortably away from home without sacrificing anything you don’t want to. When I go camping, I don’t have much technology with me as that’s what I’m trying to get away from temporarily.

The Checklist : (What you need to go camping, comfortably) :

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