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Camping Checklist For the First-Time Campers

by Collective Six July 22, 2020

Camping, whether under a clear sky or in the wilderness, is fun and thrilling. But it’s also risky, especially when you don’t have the camping essentials or lack experience. Failing to pack all the necessary gear and supplies can prevent you from having a safe and enjoyable trip. Likewise, not knowing what to do when faced with a problem during the trip can lessen the enjoyment. While experience comes with camping a few times, you can double-check your camping checklist right from the first trip.

If you are a first-time camper, here is a camping checklist to ensure an eventful and safe trip:

Clothing

When you are heading out with a backpack on your shoulder, every ounce matters. Pack lightweight-fabric clothes that absorb moisture quickly so that you can wear them time and again. Depending on the type of camping, other pieces of clothing you may want to consider adding are:

  • Lightweight hat
  • waterproof and breathable jacket
  • Comfortable socks
  • Hiking Boots or Trail Runners
  • UV Sunglasses
  • Long pants & long-sleeved shirts
  • Water shoes
  • Thermal wear
Eating and drinking

While camping, you are most likely to prepare your own meal, as there won’t be any restaurant nearby. This means that you will need to carry a few kitchen supplies, such as:

  • A stove with fuel
  • Lighter or matches to light the stove
  • Cooking utensils
  • Lightweight, reusable water bottle
  • Water filtration
  • A way to wash hands (best to get a bucket-style sink for camping )
  • Packaged foods such as energy drinks, protein bars, etc.

Camping gear
You will need these items to sleep peacefully

  • A tent
  • A sleeping bag
  • A mattress
  • Travel pillow
  • Ear plugs are helpful if you are a light sleeper

Personal items

  • Head lamp with fresh batteries
  • Toilet paper
  • Towel and soap
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Sunscreen
  • Lip balm
  • Moisturizer

Safety

  • First aid kit
  • Pocket knife
  • Painkillers
  • Navigation tools
Final note

The key to safe and enjoyable camping is the preparation coupled with experience. First-timers can’t really have the required experience, but they can be well-prepared by packing all the camping essentials.

If you are looking to get a bucket style sink for camping, get in touch with us today.

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