10 Camping Essentials
Camping provides a unique relationship with nature, and an unforgettable experience. So pack up these essentials and head to the woods.
The prices of gasoline and foods are rising, and not too many people can afford to go on an extravagant vacation this year. However, summer is the time to fully enjoy nature and luckily, there are still many inexpensive creations that we can participate.
One of these creations is camping, and this list will help you to pack the essentials for the trip.
First Aid Kit
You can pack your own first aid kit that tailor to your family needs. The most common items are bandages, scissor, antibiotic ointment, a pair of gloves, gauge, tweezers, safety pins, anti-itch cream, a match or lighter, and hand sanitizer.
Personal Items
These are your everyday items that you use, such as deodorant, tooth brush, tooth paste, hair brush/comb, dental floss, vitamin supplements, lotion, and sun screen.
Tent
Of course, a tent is mandatory for camping. It is your home and serves as a shelter for your adventure. You can have a two-person tent, or a gigantic 10- person tent, depending on the number of people you have in your group.
Sleeping Bag
Sleeping bag is a must, or an inflatable air mattress. You will have to tough it out on the ground so choose a sleeping bag that has insulation, and flannel liner.
Cooler
Some foods and drinks need to be stored in this temporary ice box. The coolers come in many sizes and colors. Packing your own foods and drinks can also save money, and keep the cost of having fun down.
Cooking Stove
How fancy do you want to be? You can purchase a camping stove at a very reasonable price, or you can cook your food on the fire pit. Also, a fire extinguisher is also recommended.
Cooking Supplies
Pack your cooking pots, pans, cooking utensils, and silverwares, for those delicious outdoor meals. Avoid buying Styrofoam plates and cups since they are bad for our environment.
Insect Repellent
Bug repellent can help your camping trip more pleasant. You want to protect yourself from bites or other diseases.
Lanterns/Flashlights and Batteries
These items are fun for the children at night. They help taking that fear out of the darkness, and provide a chance to tell story or making animal’s shadow with your hands.
Clean up Items
Make sure you take care of your trash, and save your recycle items. The earth is already in a fragile stage, so do what you can to keep it green. Better yet, pick up all garbage around you, whether it is yours or not before packing up to go home.
Now take time to research for that perfect camping sight. This is a good time to get away from the modern world, and have a wonderful experience with nature.
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19 Comments
diane p. mccloskey, posted this comment on Jun 21st, 2008
i went camping with my family for 2 weeks every year till i was in my late teens. it was awesome! thanks for the reminders!
Judy Sheldon, posted this comment on Jun 21st, 2008
Camping is great for children and adults. It’s so nice to get back to nature and spend some time one on one with each other. Great tips, Icy.
Take care.
valli, posted this comment on Jun 21st, 2008
Great and useful tips.
wbusykat4, posted this comment on Jun 21st, 2008
Great article. I love it that you included the photos. It really adds to the piece.
C A Johnson, posted this comment on Jun 21st, 2008
Great column. I don’t go camping, but if I ever do, I know what to bring. 
nobert soloria bermosa, posted this comment on Jun 21st, 2008
nice list,thanks IC
Lucy Lockett, posted this comment on Jun 21st, 2008
Sure can be a heap of fun!
salvatore, posted this comment on Jun 22nd, 2008
very informative and excellent advice. Well done Icy
Sandra L. Petersen, posted this comment on Jun 22nd, 2008
My husband and I camped on our honeymoon 28 years ago and for several years we have camped with our children. The only concession to age we have made is that my husband and I have a queen size Coleman air mattress that we sleep on. Oh, and over time, we graduated to larger tents and brought along a screen tent for cooking and dining. An excellent list for those wanting to camp for the first time.
CHAN LEE PENG, posted this comment on Jun 22nd, 2008
Very attractive article, well done!Take care!
quiet voice, posted this comment on Jun 23rd, 2008
..Hi IC, what a well done article,
quality presentation. Great information
for campers. Take care.
Jessica Rowe, posted this comment on Jun 23rd, 2008
I am going camping for a week for July 4th, thankyou for the list of stuff to not forget
deepbluesea, posted this comment on Jun 23rd, 2008
Great tips. I have camped all my life and love it. The outdoors beats a hotel anytime!!
Anne Lyken-Garner, posted this comment on Jun 24th, 2008
very wise tips here Icy. Hopefully we’ll have some good weather this summer. Last summer was really rainy and rubbish.
alexa gates, posted this comment on Jun 28th, 2008
very good ideas! all campers should read this…you never want to forget a thing especially if you go out in the middle of no where!
Heart Stone, posted this comment on Jun 30th, 2008
Hey, this is brilliant tips. Very informative.
Francie, posted this comment on Jul 10th, 2008
I love camping, after reading your article I really feel like going. Thanks for all the great tips!!
Eden Emersen, posted this comment on Jul 11th, 2008
Great ideas; in our area camping is the new social “thing.” Fun!
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Dee Huff, posted this comment on Jun 21st, 2008
Good sensible advice, Icy. I think I’d have to take a camp cot along though. I’ve never really enjoyed roughing it.