Why your Campground needs Lantern Poles
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Camping. Real camping: outdoors, under the stars, in the middle of nature. There are no electrical outlets, no light switches, maybe an occasional full moon. Otherwise, it’s just really dark at night. The darkness is great for gazing at the stars, but not so great when it’s time to put out the campfire, when nature calls in the middle of the night or when you need to peek out of the tent to see what animal just made that noise.
Your campers may have a camping lantern with their gear, but they have to find that in the dark too. Since a camping lantern is a heat source, it could destroy property and threaten lives if tipped. It gives off very little light when it’s low to the ground. However, hanging the lantern in the tree to give off more light also poses a risk of getting knocked out of the tree by a breeze and starting a fire.
What your campground needs is a lantern pole, specifically designed to safely hang camping lanterns. A lantern pole will elevate the lantern and hold it securely without breaking, and it won’t cast a shadow as a tree branch would. You can also place the lantern pole in just the right spot at a campsite. Pilot Rock Lantern Poles are made of durable steel pipe with a painted finish or a maintenance-free galvanized finish.
How to choose a Lantern Pole:
Start by choosing which model of lantern pole best fits your needs:
– Single lantern holder: This type of lantern pole holds just one lantern each. Choose from a 90-degree bend or a 180-degree bend.
– Double lantern holder: This lantern pole holds two lanterns and has a 180-degree bend.
Then, consider these lantern pole accessories:
– Wheelchair Accessible Lantern Arm: For ADA Compliance, provide a lantern pole with an additional, lower lantern arm at a wheelchair accessible height. Ask for it to be welded onto your new lantern pole, or order a bolt-on arm and hook to retrofit your existing lantern pole.
– Bolt On Rules Plate: Post your park regulations, notices and fees on a steel plate fastened to the lantern pole. Existing lantern poles can also be retrofitted with a rules plate.
– Bolt On Shelf: Add functionality to your lantern pole with a 14-by-20-inch shelf.
Check out the Lantern Pole products on our website to view options, colors and specifications.