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Camping Checklist

camping list

• In and Around Camp

• Tent (with stakes and guylines)

• Tent footprint

• Tent-pole repair sleeve

• Sun shade, tarp or screen house

• Sleeping bags (with optional liners)

• Sleeping pads

• Air mattresses

• Pad/mattress repair kit

• Pump for air mattresses

• Pillows

• Multi-tool or knife

• Daypacks (see our Day Hiking Checklist)

• Trekking poles

• Child carrier

• Rolling jogger

• Folding chairs

• Folding table

• Cots

• Mallet or hammer (for tent stakes)

• Headlamps (with extra batteries)

• Flashlights (with extra batteries, bulbs)

• Lanterns (with mantles, if needed)

• Lantern fuel or batteries

• Water filter or treatment tablets

• Bikes

• Bike trailers

• Inflatable boat with paddles and PFDs

• Fishing gear (and license)

• Canoeing/kayaking gear

• Clothing & Footwear Packing List 

• Moisture-wicking T-shirts

• Moisture-wicking underwear

• Quick-drying pants/shorts

• Long-sleeve shirts (for sun, bugs) 

• Sun-shielding hats

• Swimsuits

• Bandanas or buffs

• Boots or shoes suited to terrain

• Socks (synthetic or wool)

• Long underwear

• Sleepwear

• Insulating jacket or vest

• Insulated pants

• Gloves or mittens

• Rainwear (jacket and pants)

• Clothesline with clips

• Water sandals

• In-camp sandals or booties

• Kitchen Supplies

• Stove

• Windscreen

• Fuel

• Fuel bottle(s) with fuel funnel

• Matches/lighter

• Charcoal (with fire starter)

• Firewood sourced near campsite (if allowed, plus saw or axe)

• Grill rack

• Frying pan

• Cook pots

• Pot grabber

• Dutch oven

• Portable coffee/espresso maker

• Hot-cold vacuum bottle

• Hand-crank blender

• Bottle opener/corkscrew

• Can opener

• Recipes

• Marshmallow/wiener roasting sticks

• Food-storage containers

• Resealable storage bags

• Trash bags

• Tablecloth and clips (or tape)

• Coolers

• Ice

• Water bottles

• Plates, bowls, mixing bowls

• Mugs/cups

• Measuring cups

• Measuring spoons

• Utensils

• Paring knife 

• Spatula

• Whisk

• Kitchen organizer 

• Cutting board or cutting surface

• Funnel

• Foil

• Egg holder(s)

• Biodegradable soap

• Pot scrubber/sponge(s)

• Collapsible water container(s)

• Portable or standing camp sink

• Drying rack

• Quick-dry towels

• Food

• Coffee

• Cereal/granola/oatmeal

• Eggs (freeze-dried or fresh)

• Breakfast bars

• Batter mix

• Syrup

• Butter/margarine

• Jelly/jam

• Bread/bagels

• Meat (fresh and jerky)

• Soup mixes/bouillon cubes

• Prepared or freeze-dried meals

• Cooking oil/spray 

• Salt/pepper

• Tea

• Milk (powdered or fresh)

• Cocoa

• Drink mixes

• Bottled/canned beverages

• Energy food (bars, gels, trail mix)

• Fruit (dried and fresh) 

• Vegetables

• Cheese

• Crackers/chips

• Chocolate/sweets

• Marshmallows

• Spice kit

• Herbs

• Personal Items

• Toilet paper

• Sunscreen

• Lip balm

• Insect repellent

• Hand sanitizer

• Alcohol or antiseptic wipes

• Spare eyeglasses/contact lense

• Mirror

• First-aid kit (see First-Aid Checklist)

• Prescription medications

• Toothbrush, toiletry kit

• Menstrual and urinary products 

• Cosmetics

• Brush/comb

• Eyeshades; earplugs

• Biodegradable soap

• Shower water bag

• Other Items to Bring

• Camera

• Camcorder

• Memory cards/film

• Binoculars

• Campsite reservation confirmation

• Maps

• Guidebook

• Interpretive field guides (flowers, insects)

• Star chart/night-sky identifier

• Pet tent

• Pet bed

• Paperbacks/DVDs or e-Books

• Notebook and pen/pencil

• Sketchpad with art supplies

• Radio or music player with headphones

• Two-way radios

• GPS receiver

• Cell phone

• Travel alarm clock

• Umbrella

• Pet food (with favorite bowl)

• Pet toys (such as Chuckit!)

• Fun Stuff

• Playing cards

• Rolling ice cream maker

• Kick-around foot bag

• Kites

•  Geocaching materials (with GPS receivers)

• Paddle ball set

• Glow sticks

• Flying discs

• Puzzles (crosswords, etc.)

• Board games

• Water toys

• Electronic toys

• Boomerang

•  __________ for kids