Camping Checklist: Things To Carry When You Go Camping

Camping is a great way to get outdoors with your family and friends or even enjoy some solitude by engaging with nature by yourself. But a crucial part of enjoying your camping experience is interlaced with knowing what equipment to carry that can allow you to seamlessly exist outdoors.

And if it’s your first-time camping, gathering all the necessary gear can seem to be a daunting experience, but NOT ANYMORE!

Read our comprehensive Camping Checklist below to make sure you don’t forget anything important.

For your campsite, always pack:

• A tent 
• Sleeping bags and pads
• Camping pillow
• Headlamps or flashlights with extra batteries
• Foldable camp chairs and table 
• Lantern (optional)

To always be prepared in case of technical difficulties, make sure to pack:

• A Multi-tool
• Duct tape
• Extra cord
• Tent-pole repair sleeve
• Pad/Mattress repair kit
• Mallet or hammer
• Small dustpan (optional)

If you plan to cook at the campsite, always carry:

• A stove and fuel
• Matches / light / Firestarter
• Frying pan, cooking pots and pot holder
• Eating utensils
• Mugs /cups
• Bottle opener or corkscrew
• Sharp knife
• Cutting board
• Cooler
• Water bottles
• Trash bags 

For maintaining hygiene, always pack:

• Toilet paper
• Hand sanitizer
• First-aid kit 
• Toiletry kit
• A small quick-dry towel
• Prescription medications
• Insect repellant

Initially, it might be sensible to borrow or rent some of the equipment, but as you become a more experienced camper, you may find it elating to figure out what gear to purchase, which can meet your camping needs.