Camping is a fun activity, and it is one of the first activities that people like to do when it comes to outdoor adventure. Wherever you plan your camp, you need the essential camping equipment for a better experience, and it will help you get out of trouble and stay safe. These pieces of equipment are necessary, especially if you are camping with your family (older adults and kids).
Camping tools or equipment are not just tents and sleeping bags; there are several other items you must pack for your camping trip to enjoy the whole experience just like camping chairs. Actually, you can buy bulk folding chairs and you can sell them online. The article will list all the equipment you will need for your next camping trip and explain how they will help make the camping experience better.
Equipment of the campsite:
Tent
Sleeping bags
Camping pillows
Camp chairs
Sleeping pads
Camp table
Lantern (batteries or fuel)
These are the basics of camping, and if you forget to bring any of these items, your camping days will be ruined. If you are camping far away from the city or any kind of human settlement, ensure that you carry these items with you. There are additional items such as hammocks, cots, camp rug, sunshade, tarp, clips, etc.
Tools and maintenance equipment:
Duct tape
Mallet or hammer
Multi-tool
Pad/mattress repair kit
Tent-pole repair sleeve
Saw or axe
Small broom and dustpan
Extra cord
These pieces of equipment will help you fix things and do maintenance on your vehicle in case of an emergency. Tools can also be used to build an emergency boat (with wood) in case you need to cross a river, and you can build an extra wooden hut on a tree if required.
For kitchen:
Campgrounds may have drinkable water, but not as good as the one you buy. You may sometimes run out of water and may have to prepare drinkable water, so some tools may come in handy.
Stove and fuel
Cook pots and pot holder
Frying pan
Cutting board
Ice or ice substitutes
Mathe/light/firestarters
Eating utensils
Water bottles
Biodegradable soap
Pot scrubber/sponges
Cooking utensils
Bottle opener, can opener, and corkscrew
Sharp knife
Trash/recycling bag
Dishtowel
Mugs/cups
Food items and cooking utensils are necessary for every camping trip. Without these items, you cannot have a proper meal, and that will affect your health and wellbeing.
Some additional equipment that you could use are roasting forks, water jug, food storage container, charcoal, plastic bin, grill rack, dutch oven, griddle, coffee/tea maker, etc.
Campsite extras:
The following are optional items but can become necessary depending on how far you are from home and how remote the camping site is—when you are in this situation, the following items can help you.
Notebook and pen/pencil
Binoculars
Music player with a headphone
Solar and portable power
Navigation tools
Games and toys
Dog gear
Field guides (about insects and flowers)
Dry bags, stuff sacks or plastic bins to keep camping equipment
Star chart/night-sky identifier
Book/reading material
Clothing and footwear:
Boots or shoes suited to the terrain
Socks (wool or synthetic)
Moisture-wicking underwear
Moisture-wicking t-shirts
Sleepwear
Quick-drying pants/shorts
Long-sleeve shirts (for bugs, sun)
Lightweight fleece or jacket
Clothing and footwear gears are a must for your safety, and if you are camping during the rainy season, you must carry fleece pants, gloves, long underwear, a warm insulated jacket or vest, swimsuit, sandals, boots, bandanas, etc.
Health and hygiene:
Menstrual products
Prescription medications
Toilet paper
Hand sanitiser
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toiletry kit
First-aid kit or first-aid supplies
Quick-dry towel
Sun and bug protection:
Lip balm
Insect repellent
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Insect repellent device
Sun is better than rainy clouds on a camping trip, but you need protection from the UV rays as well. To cool off after a sunny day, you can carry a portable shower in your vehicle. Brush, combs, and antiseptic wipes will come in handy if you are bringing kids with you.
Personal items:
Credit card/cash
Cellphone
Campsite reservation confirmation
ID
The abovementioned pieces of equipment are more than enough to have a safe and healthy camping experience. Though some items are in the optional category, they might come in handy depending on the camping location and the time you spend there.
