If you are going camping then you need to be prepared. It does not have to be a tedious task, just make sure you have a checklist and have planned your trip. You need to consider what the weather will be like, whether you are going to be cooking and what amenities are near-by. Plan well and you will have a wonderful time.
Sleeping: Sleeping in a tent is a completely different experience but is great fun. Thankfully the modern tent is no longer a mind-blowing array of poles and ropes, though you will still have to have some tools to put it up – usually a hammer is enough. For a restful night you will need sleeping bag and sleeping mat on which to lay it. For those who want real comfort then take an inflatable mattress and pillow. Modern tents tend to have a ground sheet but if not then you will need one. A blanket is a good ?just-in-case’.
Cooking and Eating: Unless you are camping the middle of the wilderness you do not have to cook and eat you own meals, there are plenty of places to stop and get some food. However, if cooking on a stove is going to make the trip then you will need to have: camping stove and gas, matches/lighter, can opener, corkscrew, pots/pans, food, water, kettle, cutlery, cups and plates. Portable BBQs are a good idea – don’t forget the tongs!
Clothing: Take clothes suitable for the environment. If camping in the mountains remember the weather can change quickly there – be prepared for all eventualities. Jacket, hat, boots and swimwear in addition to trousers, shorts, sandals and t-shirts are advisable. Better to take more than you need when camping.
Washing: You may be lucky staying on a camp-site with modern amenities but you would still need to take some items. Toothbrush and toothpaste, soap, comb and towel are essentials. Never leave home without the toilet paper. If not on a site then you may want to take a portable shower.
Other Stuff: Always take a first aid kit. A torch or lantern for night-time wanderings or reading is helpful. Be prepared for any eventuality with a multi-use penknife. Spare matches for lighting the stove or campfire come in handy and of course your mobile phone. Rubbish bags for tidying up are advisable.
This is just a general overview of what you need to make your camping trip a happy time. You can add to the list by all means. Happy Camping!
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