{"id":2301,"date":"2026-06-01T09:03:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-01T13:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ditchplasticpackaging.org\/news\/?p=2301"},"modified":"2026-06-02T09:15:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T13:15:17","slug":"camp-like-a-champ-sustainable-camping-made-fun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ditchplasticpackaging.org\/news\/camp-like-a-champ-sustainable-camping-made-fun\/","title":{"rendered":"Camp Like a Champ: Sustainable Camping Made Fun"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1664px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element\" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" title=\"June Blog Post (4)\" src=\"https:\/\/ditchplasticpackaging.org\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/June-Blog-Post-4.jpg\" alt class=\"img-responsive wp-image-2300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ditchplasticpackaging.org\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/June-Blog-Post-4-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ditchplasticpackaging.org\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/June-Blog-Post-4-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/ditchplasticpackaging.org\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/June-Blog-Post-4-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/ditchplasticpackaging.org\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/June-Blog-Post-4-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ditchplasticpackaging.org\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/June-Blog-Post-4.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:30px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pack the marshmallows and rev up the RV, camping season is officially here! At this time of year, there\u2019s nothing better than loading up the car, leaving the emails behind, and heading somewhere green. When we leave for a camping trip, we\u2019re usually trying to escape the noise and reconnect with nature. But too often, we end up bringing one part of modern life with us, plastic packaging that piles up quickly and doesn\u2019t belong anywhere near the wild.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The good news? Sustainable camping doesn\u2019t mean sacrificing convenience or fun.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color7);--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-left fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"awb-title-spacer fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><\/span><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:25.35;--minFontSize:25.35;line-height:1.5;\"><h3 class=\"p2\"><strong>How Sustainable Camping Makes a Difference<\/strong><\/h3><\/p><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-right\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A single-family weekend away can generate a full bag of plastic rubbish if meals and supplies aren\u2019t planned carefully. Reducing plastic while camping does more than help the environment. It simplifies packing, reduces clutter at your campsite, and teaches children that enjoying nature also means caring for it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wondering where to start? Here\u2019s how to camp like a champ this summer.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color7);--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-left fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"awb-title-spacer fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><\/span><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:25.35;--minFontSize:25.35;line-height:1.5;\"><h3 class=\"p2\"><strong>\u00a01. Pack Reusables, Not Disposables<\/strong><\/h3><\/p><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-right\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disposable plates and cutlery might seem easier, but they create unnecessary waste and often take up just as much space.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead, pack a simple reusable kit:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Durable plates, cups, and proper cutlery<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refillable water bottles for everyone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reusable food containers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloth napkins and tea towels<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A small washing-up kit with eco-friendly soap<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you create a camping box that lives with your gear, it becomes automatic. No extra thought required!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color7);--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-left fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"awb-title-spacer fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><\/span><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:25.35;--minFontSize:25.35;line-height:1.5;\"><h3 class=\"p2\"><strong>2. Upgrade Your Snack Strategy<\/strong><\/h3><\/p><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-right\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-packaged snacks are a major source of campsite litter. A little preparation at home makes a noticeable difference.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portioning snacks into reusable tubs or jars<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making homemade trail mix<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Packing sandwiches in beeswax wraps instead of cling film<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing loose fruit instead of plastic-wrapped options<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less packaging means less waste blowing around your pitch, and less to carry home.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color7);--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-left fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"awb-title-spacer fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><\/span><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:25.35;--minFontSize:25.35;line-height:1.5;\"><h3 class=\"p2\"><strong>\u00a03. Shop with the Campsite in Mind<\/strong><\/h3><\/p><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-right\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sustainable camping starts before you leave the house. The packaging you choose at the shop determines what you\u2019ll be managing outdoors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs in recyclable paper cartons instead of plastic<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tinned or glass-packaged foods, where possible<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Larger refill packs rather than multiple small bottles<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loose produce over pre-packed items<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recycled paper egg cartons for crafts or as fire starters. Choosing fibre-based, recyclable packaging reduces long-term waste without changing what you actually buy.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-5 fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color7);--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-left fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"awb-title-spacer fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><\/span><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:25.35;--minFontSize:25.35;line-height:1.5;\"><h3 class=\"p2\"><strong>4. Make \u201cLeave No Trace\u201d Part of the Adventure<\/strong><\/h3><\/p><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-right\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Camping is one of the best ways to teach children environmental responsibility because they can see the impact firsthand.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make it engaging:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do a five-minute campsite sweep before leaving<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Challenge everyone to reduce the amount of trash created<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring a small bag to collect litter you find nearby<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Framing sustainability as part of the adventure makes it feel empowering rather than restrictive.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-6 fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color7);--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-left fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"awb-title-spacer fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><\/span><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:25.35;--minFontSize:25.35;line-height:1.5;\"><h3 class=\"p2\"><strong>5. Make \u201cLeave No Trace\u201d Part of the Adventure<\/strong><\/h3><\/p><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-right\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#e0dede;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some swaps feel small, but over a full summer of trips, they add up significantly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider replacing:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disposable BBQ trays with a reusable grill<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wet wipes with washable cloths<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bottled toiletries with solid shampoo and soap bars<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Single-use torches with rechargeable ones<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Durable items often work better, last longer, and create far less waste over time.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-7 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><h2><strong>A Summer to Camp Smarter<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer is about slowing down and soaking up time together. It\u2019s about showing children that the outdoors isn\u2019t just somewhere to visit, it\u2019s something to respect and protect.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sustainable camping isn\u2019t about perfection. It\u2019s about small, intentional choices that keep beautiful places clean and clutter-free.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:30px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10\"><h4><strong>Share Your Sustainable Adventure!<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-11\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heading out on a camping trip this summer? Show us how you\u2019re reducing plastic and camping responsibly with <\/span><b>#DitchPlasticPackaging<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. 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