6. People who camp have higher levels of happiness
Children who camp in the great outdoors at least once a year go on to do better at school, as well as being healthier and happier, according to their parents.
Mark Koep, founder of CampgroundViews.com, says, "Camping is one of the last true bastions of freedom left to modern people. I would argue that the simple act of traveling and adventure may be the link that leads to the findings in these studies."