Inspired from my blog post about camping and fishing trips, I’ve put together a list of a whole bunch of items for camping. This list is pulled from forums, camping websites, and personal experience. Hopefully you can use it to your benefit when planning for a camping trip this summer. Remember, you don’t need everything on the list, just the basics to get started. As you get into camping more, then you should focus on more leisure items.
Camping gear
Tent
Tarp
Saw
Rope/bungee cords
Lantern, including extra fuel/batteries/mantles
Waterproof Matches/lighter
Compass, Maps and Portable GPS
Flashlight/Headlamp
Multi Tool or Knife
Lawn chair
Cooking equipment for the camp
Cook stove/grill
Fuel (usually propane or kerosene)
Skillet
Cookware
Cooking/eating utensils
Sharp knife for cutting food
Pot Holders
Plates, Cups, and Bowls
Aluminum Foil
Can Opener
Tables and Chairs
Coolers/ice
Trash Bags
Sleeping
Air Bed, Cot or Sleeping Pad
Air Bed Pump
Sleeping Bags
Pillow
Fan
Flashlight
Mosquito Net
Personal
First Aid Kit
Bug spray/insect repellent
Rain Gear
Toiletries
Toilet Paper
Towel
Always Helpful:
Plastic Bags
Soap and rags
Salt and Pepper
Tools
Tent Repair Kit
Axe/hatchet
Fire starters: paper, lighter, magnesium stick, cotton balls
