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Have you experienced camping in the forest that exposed you to the dangers of wild animals? I was already an adult when we camped out by the water dam. We were 13 guys, and you can expect some drinks (whiskey and gin) after dinner. We had lots of fun with our story-telling in front of the bonfire after dinner. We retired before midnight and with the fun and drinks, most of us fell asleep immediately.

But after an hour of sleeping, we woke up to the footsteps. By the way, our shelter was a big canvas that we made into a shade. It is like we were sleeping with only a cover above. And then there was this animal or maybe animals that were stepping on us – on our feet, legs, and some were on the tummy. That surely woke up all of us. When the flashlights (torch) were turned on, we couldn’t seen any intruder. And when we slept again, the footsteps were again disturbing us. That scene was repeated until at around 4 am, we couldn’t sleep anymore for fear of that animal. I’m sure it’s not the yeti but who knows?

Alexandoy wrote:Have you experienced camping in the forest that exposed you to the dangers of wild animals? I was already an adult when we camped out by the water dam. We were 13 guys, and you can expect some drinks (whiskey and gin) after dinner. We had lots of fun with our story-telling in front of the bonfire after dinner. We retired before midnight and with the fun and drinks, most of us fell asleep immediately.

But after an hour of sleeping, we woke up to the footsteps. By the way, our shelter was a big canvas that we made into a shade. It is like we were sleeping with only a cover above. And then there was this animal or maybe animals that were stepping on us – on our feet, legs, and some were on the tummy. That surely woke up all of us. When the flashlights (torch) were turned on, we couldn’t seen any intruder. And when we slept again, the footsteps were again disturbing us. That scene was repeated until at around 4 am, we couldn’t sleep anymore for fear of that animal. I’m sure it’s not the yeti but who knows?

Wow! Creepy! Thank God I haven't had any crawly creature walking up and down on me.

Our camping trips have had the standard tent and oyr location has never been in a wild. It is something that I wish to do someday though. It is good to be aware of your campsite area so that you aren't taken by suprise!

I am living close to one of the best camping sites in NSW and have plans to visit Euroka, Glenbrook. I am particularly interested to stay at Glenbrook village's mud brick house which is located within 5 minutes' walk from the village itself having all modern facilities. Some of my friends who have already been there have a high praise for the place as it is a quite place for camping with real beds in between number of trees that gives a feeling of staying in a forest. Anyone can go there (check in time 2PM- Checkout time 10 AM) with multiple plans depending upon number of days you wish to stay there. Watch out- they have strict rules for campers like smoking is strictly prohibited as the area is known for forest fires.

I guess one of the best places to have a sweet camping experience to always remember is the wilderness. Understandable there is the risk of being exposed to wild creatures even in the wilderness, such camping will be better planned putting measures in place to put wild animals away or in check. My major thrill having a time at the wilderness is the closeness to nature you feel through out the moment. I haven't gone that far to have one in such location but I can imagine how it'll most likely feel.

I must admit that it must take a lot of courage to sleep admit everything wild. I can never even think of anything like this. The fear of wild animal jumping on me anytime and from anywhere will male me insane.

Some people are gifted with a strong heart and have the courage ti be prepared for an encounter with the wild but for me it is a strict No.