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Newspaper
Delaware County Daily Times
Location
Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1960
Page
5
Evagene Hargrove profiles J Franklin Mentzer editor of Family Camping as camping becomes the nation’s fastest growing outdoor recreation. Mentzer estimates about 744 million people used camping gear last year, contradicting lower figures. His wife Mrs Mentzer, once a stay at home mother, joined camping trips after a family adventure to the Poconos that changed their lives.
The article surveys nearby state parks for weekend camping picnics and swimming. French Creek State Park near Whitn Selphia offers a 5930 acre reserve around Hopewell Village with swimming at Hopewell Lake and a reconstructed Revolutionary era forge exhibit. Nearby parks include Ricketts Glen, Poe Valley, Promised Land, and Ralph Stover with cabins, picnicking, and hiking. The Mentzer family share gear tips, rental options, and advise simple packing, emphasizing a sturdy tent and essential items.
Mr and Mrs Mentzer built a compact plywood camping cupboard with detachable legs to fit in the family station wagon. It stores household gear and food, pairs with their stove, and becomes ready for supper once they reach a destination. Mentzer is an avid camper. his wife, once doubtful, now enjoys each trip.
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