Funny. We started out tenting with a 1968 Mini Cooper, then went to a 72 VW van I camperized myself, then a pop up, a travel trailer and a couple of fifth wheels. Picture a VW van towing a small trailer containing a bunch of camping stuff, a canoe on top, two adults two kids and a large Labrador retriever inside. A book and AM radio were all we needed. Now I am looking for sites that have satellite reception and wifi. Just changing with the times.
I think that most kids who were brought up camping and RVing will likely do it themselves if they can.