We all like to be comfortable and have everything required when we go camping and take those little extra things to make a difference. Here is some ideas that may help, use this list as a guide. Probably you are taking some of these items already. There maybe something on this list that you will find useful. and add it to your camping kit for next time.Tarp & rope for sun, wind or rain protection
Binoculars Compass (so there is no debate about which way is N S E W)
Hand towel Chux Disposable wipes Paper towel
Collapsible bucket instead of taking a plastic bucket
Small mirror Travel clock Radio
Small shovel for moving hot coals or digging eg. bush toilet
Small rake for clearing camping site
Toiletries – everyone has own bag, toothpaste, shampoos etc
Toilet paper – not always available at campsites
Heat proof glove or thick towel for removing cooking pots from campfire
Campfire hook for moving campoven or pots – can be made easily by getting a strong metal tent peg and taping the straight end tightly onto a straight stick, have the stick as short or long as you want it
Card games like Uno, board games etc
Glow sticks for kids to play with at night
Screen Tent to be able to get away from pesty flys while eating
Sun hat and a hat for warmth
Insect repellent for yourself or surface spray for outside areas
Stubby holders (also good for protecting breakables)
Lip balm Moisturizer Eye drops Nail scissors
Sunglasses Reading Glasses
Keep matches dry and take an old newspaper for starting fire
Ziplock bags have many uses
Repairs – Cable ties Duct tape Gaffa tape
Vacuum seal meat to stop oozing in fridge or cooler (some butchers will do this)
Multi tool pocket knife Can & Bottle Opener
Reusable Drink bottles Travel mugs
Spare bags for laundry and rubbish
Comfortable Chairs
Books & magazines Note pad & pen
Door mat for tent – can be a hessian bag or carpet / rubber mat
Instructions for tent or equipment if it’s new
Small table to use for snacks, drinks and games
Torch for each person
Rubber backed Picnic Rug
A large strong metal bucket or similar filled with water put next to the campfire and you will always have warm water for washing.
A good thing to do is to keep as much of your camping equipment together at home, so it is much easier each time you prepare to go camping. Each time you go camping add something to your camping kit, so you are not using your everyday items from your home eg. go to a bargain shop and buy some cheap cutlery, plates cups and put them in your camping kit. Over a few years you will have a complete spare of everything ready to go anytime.
Have you forgotten to take something important when you have gone camping or have a suggestion to add to this list for other campers?
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