Camping Checklist
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In and Around Camp
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Tent (with stakes and guylines)
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Tent footprint
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Tent-pole repair sleeve
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Sun shade, tarp or screen house
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Sleeping bags (with optional liners)
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Sleeping pads
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Air mattresses
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Pad/mattress repair kit
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Pump for air mattresses
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Pillows
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Trekking poles
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Daypacks (see our Day Hiking Checklist)
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Child carrier
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Folding chairs
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Folding table
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Cots
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Mallet or hammer (for tent stakes)
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Headlamps (with extra batteries)
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Flashlights (with extra batteries, bulbs)
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Lanterns (with mantles, if needed)
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Lantern fuel or batteries
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Water filter or treatment tablets
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Bikes
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Bike trailers
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Inflatable boat with paddles and PFDs
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Rolling jogger
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Fishing gear (and license)
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Canoeing/kayaking gear
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Multi-tool or knife
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Clothing & Footwear Packing List
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Moisture-wicking T-shirts
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Moisture-wicking underwear
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Quick-drying pants/shorts
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Long-sleeve shirts (for sun, bugs)
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Sun-shielding hats
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Swimsuits
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Bandanas or buffs
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Boots or shoes suited to terrain
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Socks (synthetic or wool)
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Long underwear
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Sleepwear
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Insulating jacket or vest
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Insulated pants
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Gloves or mittens
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Rainwear (jacket and pants)
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Clothesline with clips
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Water sandals
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In-camp sandals or booties
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Kitchen Supplies
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Stove
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Windscreen
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Fuel
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Fuel bottle(s) with fuel funnel
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Matches/lighter
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Firewood sourced near campsite (if allowed, plus saw or axe)
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Grill rack
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Frying pan
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Cook pots
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Pot grabber
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Dutch oven
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Portable coffee/espresso maker
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Hot-cold vacuum bottle
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Hand-crank blender
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Bottle opener/corkscrew
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Can opener
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Recipes
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Marshmallow/wiener roasting sticks
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Food-storage containers
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Resealable storage bags
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Trash bags
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Tablecloth and clips (or tape)
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Coolers
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Ice
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Water bottles
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Charcoal (with fire starter)
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Plates, bowls, mixing bowls
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Mugs/cups
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
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Utensils
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Paring knife
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Spatula
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Whisk
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Kitchen organizer
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Cutting board or cutting surface
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Funnel
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Foil
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Egg holder(s)
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Biodegradable soap
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Pot scrubber/sponge(s)
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Collapsible water container(s)
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Portable or standing camp sink
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Drying rack
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Quick-dry towels
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Food
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Coffee
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Drink mixes
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Bottled/canned beverages
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Energy food (bars, gels, trail mix)
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Cheese
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Fruit (dried and fresh)
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Vegetables
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Cereal/granola/oatmeal
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Eggs (freeze-dried or fresh)
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Breakfast bars
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Batter mix
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Syrup
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Butter/margarine
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Jelly/jam
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Bread/bagels
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Meat (fresh and jerky)
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Soup mixes/bouillon cubes
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Prepared or freeze-dried meals
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Cooking oil/spray
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Salt/pepper
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Tea
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Milk (powdered or fresh)
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Cocoa
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Crackers/chips
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Chocolate/sweets
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Marshmallows
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Spice kit
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Herbs
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Personal Items
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Toilet paper
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Sunscreen
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Lip balm
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Insect repellent
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Hand sanitizer
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Alcohol or antiseptic wipes
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Spare eyeglasses/contact lense
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Mirror
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First-aid kit (see First-Aid Checklist)
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Prescription medications
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Toothbrush, toiletry kit
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Menstrual and urinary products
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Cosmetics
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Brush/comb
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Eyeshades; earplugs
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Biodegradable soap
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Shower water bag
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Other Items to Bring
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Camera
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Camcorder
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Memory cards/film
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Binoculars
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Campsite reservation confirmation
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Maps
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Guidebook
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Interpretive field guides (flowers, insects)
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Star chart/night-sky identifier
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Pet tent
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Pet bed
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Paperbacks/DVDs or e-Books
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Notebook and pen/pencil
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Sketchpad with art supplies
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Radio or music player with headphones
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Two-way radios
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GPS receiver
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Cell phone
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Travel alarm clock
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Umbrella
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Pet food (with favorite bowl)
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Pet toys (such as Chuckit!)
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Fun Stuff
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Playing cards
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Rolling ice cream maker
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Kick-around foot bag
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Kites
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Geocaching materials (with GPS receivers)
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Paddle ball set
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Glow sticks
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Flying discs
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Puzzles (crosswords, etc.)
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Board games
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Water toys
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Electronic toys
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Boomerang
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