Try Camping for $20.

The Department of Natural Resources and The North Face are teaming up to offer Camping 101 at Michigan state parks to educate first-time campers on the basics of camping. The Camping 101 experience includes a two-night stay with all the gear, guides and good times included for just $20. It begins with a First-Timers Welcome Kit filled with details on what to pack, what to expect and what to wear. Then, when visitors check in at their campsite, park staff members will walk them through the process of setting up camp and settling in for a great Michigan adventure. As part of their Camping 101 stay, visitors will receive a prime camping location, tent, tarp, flashlight, lantern, camp stove and four hot dog/marshmallow cookers. All equipment is provided courtesy of The North Face and must be returned at the end of the camping trip. You will also need a Recreation Passport to get access to state parks, recreation areas, state forest campgrounds, non-motorized state trailhead parking and state boat launches. You also will be able to access Passport Perks shopping discounts, visit www.michigan.gov/passportperks to view them. The closest parks are Pinckney Recreation Area (Washtenaw County): 734-426-4913 (Sunday-Thursday nights only) and Sterling State Park (Monroe County): 734-289-2715. Each park has it's own activity go to the DNR website to see the calendar of events for each. To make a reservation online, visit www.midnrreservations.com, or call 1-800-447-2757. Get Outdoors Downriver.