Camping outdoors can be an exciting adventure. Camping is a great way for family, friends, and loved ones to have a wonderful outdoor experience. Camping can create unforgettable memories: from exploring the woods to telling ghost stories around the campfire. Now before you go camping, you should be well equipped. Bringing along the right materials is a necessary when camping. Here is some advice about what you should bring along a camp trip:
Equipment
Tent – One of the first things you should bring is a tent. A good idea would be to bring an extra tent as well, in case one of the tents becomes damage on the trip.
Sleeping Bags – You will need something to keep yourself warm, and to use as a blanket. The woods, forests, and mountain areas are often cool during the night.
Cell phone – to call for help if needed
Backpack – Bring a backpack to carry the items you will bring with you
- Other items:
Towels, toilet paper, flashlight, rain gear, bug repellant, and matches (You will need matches for the campfire.)
Clothes
You should only pack clothes that will be necessary for you to wear when camping. You don’t want to over-pack, because over-packing will only become a burden to you. You will not exactly have a lot of places to store your clothes. Here is a basic list of clothes to bring:
Jacket – For when it is cool outdoors
Shirts
Long pants – It is good to wear long sweat pants when jogging to avoid ticks
Bandana – These help absorb sweat
Extra Socks
Shorts
Hat
Food Utensils
Cooler – You can store your food inside a cooler
Utensil you use to eat with (e.g. forks, spoons, cups, etc.)
Utensil you use to cook with (e.g. pans, pots, knives, can-opener etc.)
The advice in this article will be helpful for anyone planning to go on a camping trip.