10-4 on the solitude of not having too much stuff and a thumpin I pod blaring.
The last time I went car camping was what cured me and sent me down the trail of going light. I carried a pickup load of stuff. I had 3 large rubbermaid containers full of food and cooking gear eg. a two burner propane stove, iron skillet etc. A large tent that 5 could sleep in. I had 2 coolers full of ice, drinks, fresh eggs, backon, ground beef and fruits and vegetables. All for a two nite camp out. It was totally stupid but I must say we ate good. I made a big load of spagetti with meat sauce, zuccine with toasted garlic bread. My camp buddy came with a bottle of makers mark. We weren't hammered and stupid, Just full and docile. But my truck was in view the whole time. Not anymore!