Of Montreal - Requiem for O.M.M.2

The last time I remember camping, I was wearing this nerdy tan shirt and khaki pants and a scarf. For those not in the know, that would be the Boy Scouts. I liked the parts of it where I was able to get away from the rest of the group, but that was few and far between. Yes, I'm a genuine Boy Scout dropout. Never even made it to my first merit badge.

Maybe it's because my mom bought everything for it, but man I don't remember camping being this expensive. Just the backpack, tent, and sleeping bag add up to about $450. That's not counting all the little things like pots and pans, grill to place over the fire, water filter, flashlight, etc. I bet everything put together adds up to around $600-700. Now I'm not one of those people that brings the living room and kitchen to nature. No coolers, electronics (GPS & flashlight aside), or chairs. Nothing that isn't really necessary needs to be brought with. It's still surprising how much you do end up bringing with.

My interest in picking the hobby back up, cost aside, is rising. I'd like to bring my dog out with me and have a couple days to play with him, read some during the day, and just sit by the fire at night. I must be crazy.

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