(ThyBlackMan.com) A couple of decades ago it would be fair to say that there was certainly a rise in the number of people jetting abroad. This hardly came as a surprise; after all, budget airlines were new on the scene and everyone was keen to take advantage.
However, over recent times the staycation has returned with a vengeance. If we turn towards something specific, camping is well and truly in fashion. People around the country are desperate to erect their tent and ultimately, camp under the stars.
Something that has fuelled this, albeit on a small scale, is a GPS tracker. While this might not be the first device that springs to mind for a camping extravaganza, it can help a lot. Through the course of this article we will now take a look at some of the ways it does this.
The long, lost location is now back on trend
Roll back the clock a number of years and traditional, overcrowded campsites were all the norm. While there is still demand for these, as shown by the images of campers flocking to these sites during the warmer months, another niche has developed.
More and more people are going “off piste”, so to speak, and turning to campsites which are completely out in the wilderness. Sometimes, these might be part of farms in the middle of nowhere – with campers attempting to just bask in a quaint and relaxing environment.
Of course, the GPS tracker has helped with this significantly. Namely, one has to find these campsites. Finding a field in the middle of the country is easier said than done; after all, it’s not near to any notable attractions. A GPS tracker will help you find the remotest locations and allow you to really make the most of it.
The elusive safety factor
This next point is all about safety and follows on well from the previous issue. After all, if you are about to venture out into the wilderness, obvious concerns about your safety start to enter the equation.
It should go without saying that amenities are at a premium in said locations, and this means that there tends to be a lack of people as well. Ultimately, if something does go wrong, you are somewhat at risk.
Again, the GPS tracker is something that has least provided peace of mind to some people. It’s something that can relay information about one’s location back to those waiting at home – and this can make all concerned rest a lot easier.
Day trips become all the more easier
Something else that tends to benefit from a GPS device are day trips. Whether it’s just a walk until you get lost, or a more structured plan, knowing where to head (and more importantly, how to get back) is something that can make the typical camping getaway much easier to contend with. This was something that simply wasn’t possible if you were to look back several years.
Staff Writer; Doug Jacobs