Other gear<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\nWith days getting warmer and longer, many people head out into the nature to enjoy starry nights and crisp mornings.<\/strong> However, camping doesn\u2019t come without its challenges and it certainly takes a lot of planning before you go. Wondering what all should be on your camping checklist?<\/p>\nIf you want to be completely prepared<\/strong> for any kind of situation, read this handy guide on how to prepare<\/strong> for camping.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
How Do You Prepare for Your Camping Trip?<\/h3>\n
Spending time in nature can make you more vulnerable to the elements. This means that before you go camping, you need to prepare fully<\/strong> to have a safe and fun experience. Most of it is focused on what you need to survive: water, food, shelter and protection.<\/strong><\/p>\nSo, here are some quick instructions on how to prepare for camping:<\/p>\n
Get proper equipment for carrying your things<\/strong> – Buy durable bags, backpacks and other carriers.<\/p>\nBuy or have all of the essentials<\/strong> like tarts, tents, sleeping bags, first aid kits, clothes, flashlights and so on.<\/p>\nGroup items<\/strong> – If you have items that you will use all at once or for one thing, group them and make them easy to access. For instance, group all toiletries.<\/p>\nWaterproof electronics<\/strong> with ziplock bags.<\/p>\nPut emergency items<\/strong> in outside pockets.<\/p>\nPack in order<\/strong> of relevance.<\/p>\nUnderstand the nature of the area<\/strong> you\u2019ll be camping in – weather, animal and plant life, potential dangers and so on.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Camping Checklist \u2013 The Absolute Essentials<\/h3>\n
Camping is truly amazing – a perfect way<\/strong> to rest from the big city life and all of that bustle. You can have a peaceful camping trip or enjoy adventures, or do both. But, it can also be quite fickle and tricky. And you also need a lot of things<\/strong> if you want to make your experience memorable.<\/p>\nSo, here is the ultimate camping checklist:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/span>Camping Equipment<\/span><\/h2>\nThere are some parts of your camping equipment that are essential and some that are optional.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Essential:<\/span><\/h2>\nLightweight backpack<\/strong> and a rain cove<\/strong>r to protect it even better.<\/p>\nA day bag<\/strong> or fanny pack for hikes which can easily carry snacks, water and first aid kit.<\/p>\nA tent<\/strong> that\u2019s sturdy, waterproof and good with all weather conditions. The size will match your needs in terms of space, depending on the number of people that come with you.<\/p>\nTent equipment<\/strong> like repair kits, tent poles, different tools, stakes and so on. Bring a saw too, for cutting wood. (Keep in mind that the amount of equipment and the type of tent will also depend on how long you want to stay – shorter stays require less equipment and lighter tents)<\/p>\nSleeping bags<\/strong> that are also weather appropriate and warm enough. If kids are coming with you, bring kids sleeping bags.<\/p>\nSleeping pads<\/strong> and\/or air mattresses with high quality that will provide you restful sleep. Take a foam pad as well, if you are taking sleeping pads because it will keep you warm and comfortable.<\/p>\nA pillow<\/strong> is also essential for proper sleep. Of course, since carrying your own from home is not practical, get a collapsible camp pillow or an inflatable one.<\/p>\nCampfire starter<\/strong> and a matchbox or a lighter, as well as a fire starter<\/p>\nYou\u2019ll also need lights<\/strong> – headlamps, flashlights, lanterns, mantles, portable solar power equipment, lighting for your kids.<\/p>\nCamp chairs<\/strong>, including kids camp chairs and a camping table.<\/p>\nNavigation essentials<\/strong> like maps, compass, a GPS device. An altimeter would also be useful, especially if you\u2019re bringing your kids. Another essential is a Personal locator beacon or a satellite messenger in case of emergencies.<\/p>\n<\/span>Optional:<\/span><\/h2>\nSunshield or a screen house<\/p>\n
A hammock and a kids hammock if you are bringing your kids<\/p>\n
Sleeping cot and kids bunk bed sleeping cot<\/p>\n
Sleeping bag liners<\/p>\n
Rain shield<\/p>\n
Firewood<\/p>\n
Camp rug or something to cover the ground<\/p>\n
Tablecloth with clips or tapes that can make you even more comfortable<\/p>\n
Clothesline and clips<\/p>\n
Repair kits for your clothes, pillows, pads or mattresses<\/p>\n
Brooms and dustpans<\/p>\n
Bags, bins and sacks to pack things in them<\/p>\n
Duct tape and things for repairing your tent<\/p>\n
These are all of the essential and optional items<\/strong> in terms of equipment. Next, we move on to the camp kitchen.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
<\/span>Camp Kitchen<\/span><\/h2>\nCamping also means enjoying tasty food, made the old-fashioned way. Here are some items you will need for that:<\/p>\n
<\/span>Essential:<\/span><\/h2>\nGas stove<\/strong> and fuel<\/p>\nMatches, lighters, fire starters<\/strong><\/p>\nCookery<\/strong> like kettles, pans, potholders, pots, cups and so on; try to shop for items that are multi-use.<\/p>\nRoasting sticks<\/strong> – alternatively, you can get aluminum foil and cook over the campfire<\/p>\nTupperware<\/strong> of ziplock plastic bags – There are leftovers all the time and you want to make sure that you are safe in terms of food<\/p>\nCooking grate<\/strong> if your campsite doesn\u2019t provide one<\/p>\nFrying pan, griddle or a skillet<\/strong><\/p>\nUtensils<\/strong> such as spoons, forks, knives, bottle and can openers you may need – a multi-tool can be useful too<\/p>\nPlates and bowl<\/strong>s as well as collapsible measuring cups, cutting boards, mugs and cups<\/p>\nCamp sink or wash tub<\/strong><\/p>\nNatural, environment friendly washing liquid<\/strong> and sponges, dish towels or paper towels<\/p>\nWindscreen<\/strong> if you want to cook over fire<\/p>\nCanister<\/strong> for food storage<\/p>\nRecycling bags<\/strong><\/p>\nExtra water and drinks<\/strong> according to what you need. Depending on your activities, you might need more water than usual. You can also get a water canteen<\/p>\nFood<\/strong>, obviously. Pack all of the ingredients you may need as well as snacks to keep you energized between the meals<\/p>\nAll of this will depend on how long you are planning to stay.<\/strong> For example, you will need less food and water if you don\u2019t plan on staying that long. You can also do with less cooking equipment in that case. But it\u2019s a good idea to go through this list<\/strong> and bring any items that you think will be useful to you.<\/p>\n