Camping allows you to get in touch with nature, spend the night outside and explore the outdoors. And all from the comfort of a cozy camp and with lots of fun and functional gear to keep you warm, protected and having a blast.
For some camping can be overwhelming, especially if you’re new to it or aren’t sure what you need to take. So, to help you out, I’ve come up with a simple list of must have camp items to take for your next weekend camping trip, so you stay safe, comfortable and have such a great time that you’re ready to go again.
And don’t worry if you don’t own some of the essentials like a tent or sleeping bag. At TNX we rent complete camping set ups or go a la carte and grab what you need for camping adventure.
Sleeping – Equipment to keep you protected from weather and critters, and to keep you warm and comfortable sleeping at night.
Tent
Tent footprint (most tents will come with this) or a tarp
Sleeping pad – self inflating are easiest and take up less space in your car
Sleeping bag
Pillow
Camp Kitchen – Kitchen equipment you’ll want, so you can make your own delicious meals around camp.
Stove and fuel
Matches and lighter
Frying pan and pot
Cooking utensils
Eating utensils
Plates and bowls
Mugs and cups
Sharp knife and cutting board
Dish wash bins, soap, sponge and towels
Cooler
Water bottle
Water filter
First aid and toiletries – To keep you safe, clean and healthy while you’re camping.
Complete First aid kit, or at least some bandages, gauze, adhesive tape, antiseptic wipes and hand sanitizer
Bug spray
Sunscreen
Pain and fever reducer medication
Things to keep you clean and fresh like toothbrush and paste, deodorant, soap
Toilet Paper
Feminine Products, just in case ladies
Around camp – To keep you entertained and relaxed at camp.
Firewood, kindling & matches
Hatchet or Ax
Camp chair
Hammock
Flashlight, headlamp & lantern
Cards and games
A good book
This is a simple and basic list of equipment you’ll need and of course you can go bigger and bring other items depending on weather, where you’re going, length, etc. But this list will help you get started so you can get outside and spend the night under the stars.