Are your kids happy campers, with dozens of camping trips under their belts? Or perhaps you're a family of newbies, on the brink of purchasing your first tent. Either way, there are experts willing to share their wisdom.

Budget Travel magazine picked the brains of some savvy camping pros and came up with a collection of seven camping tips for parents. There are some great tried-and-tested nuggets here, including:

A spokesman for Coleman suggests bringing two coolers, "one for drinks and snacks that people grab all the time, the other for items only used at mealtimes. That way, kids can pull out a drink or snack without creating a fuss."

The editor of Backcountry magazine reminds us all to keep it simple: "Almost everyone lives within an hour of some public forest or park, and those spaces can offer fun experiences—and get you out of your comfort zone—without incurring the hassles of traveling a long distance."

A Girl Scout spokesperson hammers home the importance of calling ahead and asking the right questions: "What kind of wildlife may you encounter? If there are bears, say, you might be required to store food in the trunk of your car or hang it in a tree. In some places at certain times, there are bans on open fires or camp stoves—or rules that you bring your own wood. And do you need to reserve a spot or buy a permit?"

Meanwhile, the camping experts at KOA have compiled their own terrific list of tent camping tips.

So let's hear from you now. What are your best tips for camping with kids?