It is very peculiar what
some people HAVE to bring when they go camping. However,
a trip should NEVER be planned without some basic but ever
important gear.
You should include the items below amongst your equipment on a camping trip, especially if you are going in the backcountry. This list does not apply to camping in an RV or trailer.
- a tent
- a tarp for sheltering your common area
(picnic table)
- a first aid kit
- sunscreen, lipbalm and mosquito repelent
- a portable gas stove for cooking
- a good wood chopping axe
- firestarter
- matches in a water tight container (or
a lighter)
- flashlight - with extra batteries
- sleeping bag (and extra blanket)
- mattress (something that will block
humidity)
- extra clothing - if you plan a 5 day
trip, pack for 6 days
- proper footwear
- a warm jacket - the campfire doesn't
keep your back warm...
- a good hat or bandana and gloves (even
in summer)
- rain wear - a good rain coat, rain pants
and water resistant footwear
- a basin for washing dishes
- dish cloth, dish towel and dish soap
- a clean water container - 5 gallons
(or more)
- garbage bags - can be used for garbage,
storing food, covering equipment at night, dirty clotes,
etc...
- DON'T FORGET YOUR CAMERA, FILM and EXTRA
batteries!!
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