Guick Tips
The camping checklist is an easy way to make sure you end up remembering to take everything you need or want to use during your campout. Remember...you may not always have access to a convenience store or drug store right on the corner!!
Really it is a very simple process, made even simpler if you have a camping checklist as a guide. If you have never been camping before don't panic, just relax, and bring what keeps you comfortable. Within reason of course!
Essentially you want to pack to meet your basic needs: Mainly, food, shelter,
There are all different levels of camping. Some people camp in an RV where they have all of the comforts of home, some like to test their endurance in nature
Your camping checklist will vary depending on what kind of camping you will be doing, so do not get to disheartened with the check list at the end of this article, customize it to fit your trip..
The common thread that runs through all of these different methods of camping is enjoyment.
Me? I enjoy camping where there are hot showers available as well as clean toilets. On a few special campouts (for example an overnight canoe trip down the Peace River) I have done without, but for the most part, I do love my comfort,
Most family's camping is what is known as "car camping," meaning usually the car is right on our site
You will not need to bring or buy everything on each camping list! In fact, unless you are pulling a trailer, you probably don't have room for everything!
Within each category, choose which items suit you, your campout,
Camping Check List
SHELTER
□ Tent
□ Stakes
□ Hammer/Mallet
□ Stake Puller
□ Rope
□ Tarp for groundcover under tent
□ Tarp for rain fly if necessary
□ Broom
□ Dustpan
□ Small doormat for tent entrance
BEDDING
□ Sleeping Bag
□ Sheets
□ Comforter
□ Air Mattress
□ Cot
□ Sleeping Pad
□ Pillow
□ Air Mattress Pump
□ Batteries
OTHER TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES
□ Clothesline
□ Rope
□ Flashlights (one for each person)
□ Lanterns
□ Propane or Fuel for Lanterns
□ Mantles for Lanterns
□ Batteries
□ Chairs
□ Tarps (bring multiple, for under tents, dining flys,
□ Compass
□ Shower Bag
□ Duct Tape
□ Axe
□ Hammer
□ Saw
□ Small Shovel or Trowel**
CLOTHING
□ T-shirts
□ Long-sleeved shirt
□ Shorts
□ Jeans/Pants
□ Socks
□ Underwear
□ Pyjamas
□ Bathing Suit
□ Jacket or sweater
□ Rain Jacket or poncho
□ Hat
□ B
□ Closed-Toed Shoes (Sneakers or Boots)
□ S
□ Laundry Bag
PERSONAL CARE ITEMS
□ Shower Shoes/Flip Flops
□ Toilet Paper (keep in Ziploc bag)
□ Towel
□ Washcloth/Scrubby
□ Comb or Brush
□ Soap (bar or liquid)
□ Shampoo
□ Conditioner
□ Hair Styling products
□ Toothbrush
□ Toothpaste
□ Deodorant
□ Shaving Cream
□ Razor
□ Feminine Products
□ Toiletry Bag
□ Over the door hooks
□ Wipes
□ Bug Spray
□ Sunscreen
□ Lip Balm
□ Medications/Contact Lens Care
CAMPING WITH BABIES CHECKLIST
□ Portable Playpen
□ Portable High Chair
□ Portable Hook-On Chair
□ Front or Back Carry pack or Sling
□ Sleeper Pyjamas
□ Favourite Toys
□ Hats
□ Baby or Natural Insect Repellent
□ Sunscreen
CAMPING GAMES AND ACTIVITIES
GAMES
□ Deck of Cards
□ Other Card Games (Uno)
□ Board Games: (we try to avoid those with lots of tiny pieces
□ Rummikub
□ Scrabble
□ Checkers
□ Chess
□ Risk
□ Other Favourite Games
□ Horseshoes
□ Frisbees
□ Football
□ Beach Balls
□ Golf Balls
□ Cornhole Games
□ Ladder Golf
YOUNG KIDS
□ Bubbles
□ Crayons
□ Paints
□ Paper
□ Glue
□ Scissors
□ Coloring books
□ Matchbox Cars
□ Puzzles
□ Favourite Toys
□ Chutes
□ Candyland
EVERYBODY
□ Disposable Camera
□ Word Puzzle Books
□ Fishing Gear
□ Telescope
□ Binoculars
□ Star Maps
□ Nature Books
□ Bug Box
□ Bicycle
□ Scooter
□ Jump Rope
□ A good book you have been meaning to read
□ Craft or Hobby projects (cross stitch, woodcarving, or leatherwork)
KITCHEN/COOKING SUPPLIES
□ Lots of WATER for Drinking, Cooking,
Tableware
□ Spoons
□ Forks
□ Knives
□ Plates
□ Bowls
□ Drinking Cups
□ Coffee Cups
Cooking Equipment
□
□ Grill
□ Charcoal
□ Charcoal Chimney
□ Newspaper
□ Lighter
□ Matches
□ Dutch Oven
□ Nesting Camp Pots (with lids)
□ Frying Pans (with lids)
□ Pie Irons
□ Coffee Pot
Kitchen Supplies
□ Can Opener
□ Wine Bottle Opener
□ Measuring Cups
□ Measuring Spoons
□ Potholders
□ Tongs
□ Spatula
□ Wooden Spoons
□ Slotted Spoon
□ Pronged Fork
□ Whisk
□ Paring Knife
□ Chef's Knife
□ Grater
□ Campfire roasting forks (for hot dogs or marshmallows)
□ Cutting Board
□ Basting Brush
□ Vegetable Peeler
□ Meat Thermometer
□ Col
Cleanup
□ Ziploc Bags (s
□ Aluminium Foil
□ Dish Soap
□ Small container of chlorine bleach for sanitizing
□ Dishcloth
□ Dishpans (3)
□ Plastic Scrubby
□ Sponge
□ Paper Towels
□ Trash Bags
Other
□ Folding Table
□ Tablecloth
□ Tablecloth clips
□ Coolers:
□ Wet Cooler
□ Dry Cooler
□ Drink Cooler
□ Large Water Container
□ H
□ H
Pantry Food Items
□ Small Bottle of Vegetable Oil
□ Salt
□ Baking Powder
□ Baking Soda
□ Flour
□ Sugar
□ Creamer
□ Coffee
□ Tea
□ Hot Chocolate Mix
□ Garlic Powder
□ Onion Powder
□ Your Favourite Herbs
CAMPFIRE EQUIPMENT
□ Firewood
□ Tinder
□ Kindling
□ Newspaper
□ Dryer Lint
□ Lighter
□ Matches
□ Campfire Ring
□ Charcoal Table
FIRST AID
WOUND AND BURN CARE
□ B
□ Gauze Pads
□ Ace B
□ Moleskin
□ Sanitary Napkins (make great b
□ Medical Tape or Adhesive
□ Q-Tips
□ Hydrogen Peroxide
□ Antiseptic wipes or ointment**
□ Antibiotic Cream or ointment**
□ Burn Ointment
OTHER
□ Scissors
□ Tweezers
□ Snake Bite Kit
□ Bee Sting Kit
□ Insect Repellent
□ Sunscreen
□ Hot/Cold Packs
□ First Aid Instruction Book
MEDICATIONS
□ Prescription Medications
□ Sunburn Care Lotion
□ Hydrocortisone Cream
□ Allergy Medication
□ Topical Antihistamine (Benadryl)
□ Pain Reliever (Tylenol, Aspirin, Advil)
□ Eye drops
□ Antacid
□ Antidiarrheal
□ Vicks Vapour rub
□ Cold Medication
~Janice Collins~
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