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The AthleteThe Athlete
Never ones to sit for long, Needtorun jubatus campers want to be busy from the moment they wake up until they hit the sleeping pad. Long of leg, lean of body, sweaty and possibly dirty, they tend to dress in athletic clothing and bright colours. Typically spotted in small groups of the same species, they often travel with bikes, running shoes and hiking boots.
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The Got-No-Time CamperThe Got-No-Time Camper
When not working, A. typious squeezes in CrossFit workouts or eats at restaurants because there’s no time to cook at home. Struggles to find time off for overnight camping trips, but vaguely recalls that they were a lot of fun.
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The New CamperThe New Camper
To Rookie canadiensis, “how to go in the woods” sounds like Hiking 101, not pointers for al fresco bathroom strategies. And that’s just the beginning of the questions and uncertainties this species faces in the Great Outdoors. Even if they have been camping once or twice, they don’t remember how. Spending the night outdoors looks and sounds like fun — but finding the gear, using it and even figuring out where to go is overwhelming
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The PaddlerThe Paddler
Distinctive red or yellow PFD on chest. GoreTex everywhere else. Often a wide brim hat and sunglasses. Call usually involves discussion of latest trip, how bad the bugs were and a bear encounter.
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The Young FamilyThe Young Family
Protective and devoted parents with at least one juvenile in tow, usually two or three. Call is sometimes loud and squawking, but mostly happy. Parents often seen carrying or herding young. Kids are busy and energetic but tend to tire as the day progresses. They bore easily, so they need plenty of activity, stimulation and regular meals. Adults and young sleep soundly when night falls, but rise early.
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