So, I've decided to get something up in the interim, one common question I'm asked is "what do I need to go camping?"
My answer differs based on the type of camping you plan on doing, you may take the kitchen sink car camping but hell if you'l carry it for days on a backpacking trip. Things like this come up often, so here's a gear list from REI for car/family camping to get you going. Now realize you may not need everything on these lists, or you may need (more often want) more. I try to minimalize my packing because I believe the less I have the more I can pay attention to the beauty of nature around me (I pack less than half of what is on this list). However, this is a good list and gives you lots to consider when planning your adventure ;)
Car/Family Camping
- Tent (with stakes and guylines)
- Tent footprint
- Tent-pole repair sleeve
- Sun shade, tarp or screen house
- Sleeping bags (with optional liners)
- Sleeping pads/air mattresses
- Pad/mattress repair kit
- Pump for air mattresses
- Pillows
- Multi-tool or knife
- Daypacks (see our Day Hiking checklist)
- Trekking poles
- Child carrier
- Rolling jogger
- ______________________
- Folding chairs
- Folding table
- Cots
- Other furniture __________________
- Headlamps (with extra batteries)
- Flashlights (with extra batteries, bulbs)
- Lanterns (with mantles, if needed)
- Lantern fuel or batteries
- Water filter or treatment tablets
- Bikes
- Bike trailers
- Inflatable boat with paddles
- Fishing gear (and license)
- Canoeing/kayaking gear
- ______________________
Clothing and footwear
(if chilly nights are possible, come prepared)
- Moisture-wicking T-shirts
- Moisture-wicking underwear
- Quick-drying pants/shorts
- Long-sleeve shirts (for sun, bugs)
- Sun-shielding hats
- Swimsuits
- Bandanas or buffs
- Boots or shoes suited to terrain
- Socks (synthetic or wool)
- ______________________
- Long underwear
- Sleepwear
- Insulating jacket or vest
- Insulated pants
- Gloves or mittens
- Rainwear (jacket and pants)
- Clothesline with clips
- Water sandals
- In-camp sandals or booties
- _______________________
Kitchen
(select according to personal tastes and needs)
- Stove
- Windscreen
- Fuel
- Fuel bottle(s) with fuel funnel
- Matches/lighter
- Charcoal (with fire starter)
- Firewood (plus saw or ax)
- Grill rack
- Frying pan
- Cook pots
- Pot grabber
- Dutch oven
- Portable coffee/espresso maker
- Hot-cold vacuum bottle
- Hand-crank blender
- Bottle opener/corkscrew
- Tablecloth and clips (or tape)
- Recipes
- Marshmallow/wiener roasting sticks
- Food-storage containers
- Resealable storage bags
- Trash bags
- ________________________
- Coolers
- Ice
- Water bottles
- Plates, bowls, mixing bowls
- Mugs/cups
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Utensils
- Paring knife
- Spatula
- Whisk
- Kitchen organizer
- Cutting board or cutting surface
- Funnel
- Foil
- Egg holder(s)
- Biodegradable soap
- Pot scrubber/sponge(s)
- Collapsible water container(s)
- Portable or standing camp sink
- Drying rack
- Quick-dry towels
- _______________________
Food
(for more options, see our Outdoor kitchen checklist)
- Coffee
- Cereal/granola/oatmeal
- Eggs (freeze-dried or fresh)
- Breakfast bars
- Batter mix
- Syrup
- Butter/margarine
- Jelly/jam
- Bread/bagels
- Meat (fresh and jerky)
- Soup mixes/bouillon cubes
- Prepared or freeze-dried meals
- Cooking oil/spray
- Salt/pepper
- _______________________
- ______________________
- ______________________
- Tea
- Milk (powdered or fresh)
- Cocoa
- Drink mixes
- Bottled/canned beverages
- Energy food (bars, gels, trail mix)
- Fruit (dried and fresh)
- Vegetables
- Cheese
- Crackers/chips
- Chocolate/sweets
- Marshmallows
- Spice kit
- Herbs
- ______________________
- ______________________
- ______________________
Personal items
(tip: To more easily locate gear, keep similar items in a single duffel)
- Toilet paper
- Sunscreen
- Lip balm
- Insect repellent
- Hand sanitizer
- Alcohol or antiseptic wipes
- Spare eyeglasses/contact lenses
- Mirror
- ______________________
- First-aid kit (see First-Aid checklist)
- Prescription medications
- Toothbrush, toiletry kit
- Cosmetics
- Brush/comb
- Eyeshades; earplugs
- Biodegradable soap
- Shower water bag
- _______________________
Other items
- Camera
- Camcorder
- Memory cards/film
- Binoculars
- Campsite reservation confirmation
- Maps
- Guidebook
- Interpretive field guides (flowers, insects)
- Star chart/night-sky identifier
- Pet tent
- Pet bed
- _______________________
- Paperbacks/DVDs
- Notebook and pen/pencil
- Sketchpad with art supplies
- Radio or music player with headphones
- Two-way radios
- GPS receiver
- Cell phone
- Travel alarm clock
- Umbrella
- Pet food (with favorite bowl)
- Pet toys (such as Chuckit!)
- ______________________
Fun stuff
(search "toys" at REI.com for more ideas)
- Playing cards
- Rolling ice cream maker
- Kick-around foot bag
- Kites
- Geocaching materials (with GPS receivers)
- Paddle ball set
- Glow sticks
- _______________________
- Flying discs
- Puzzles (crosswords, etc.)
- Board games
- Water toys
- Electronic toys
- Boomerang
- _______________________ for kids
- _______________________
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