Moreover, wind can cause damage to tents and other equipment. Lightweight equipment can be knocked over and even carried off by heavy winds. Lip balms and lotions can prevent the chapping, but replacing damaged equipment can get expensive. Make sure your tent is designed to withstand forces caused by high winds. Dome tents tend to stand up well in the wind, whereas non-rounded shaped tents can have a problem.
Wind can be a particular problem in desert regions.
See our discussion of tents , and read more about camping in the desert in our desert camping section. Exposure to Rain Rain and other weather can come unexpectedly, especially when camping in the coastal and mountain regions. Waterproof gear is the best way to keep your body dry when it rains. The material that composes the main part of the tent is not typically waterproofed and will leak. Even morning dew can penetrate a tent and wet your sleeping bag.