Know when to splurge and when to save! You can be a frugal camper by gathering gear as you go...don't worry about getting everything for the first trip...ask around and borrow from family or grandparents for the first few times to help you know what you like to use. Keep an eye out at garage sales, and thrift stores they are great for finding discounted camping gear. There are some things that I have learned to save up for, and what I could pass on. Here is a list of... Read this post