Camping as a recreational activity became popular among elites in the early 20th century. Over time it grew in popularity among other socio-economic classes.
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Camping in the 1950s was often a simpler and more rustic experience compared to modern camping. Campers typically used canvas tents, sleeping bags and basic campfire cooking equipment. Outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking and roasting marshmallows were popular pastimes.
Camping equipment was less sophisticated, with lanterns powered by kerosene or propane, and campers relied more on their outdoor skills and ingenuity. These vintage snapshots were found by Kai Heinrich and captured people camping in the 1950s.
