ESSENTIALS
CLOTHING
FOOD
TOILETRIES
HANDY STUFF
FIRST AID
EXTRAS

1. backpack
2. tent or tarp (test tent before trip)
3. sleeping bag/blanket/sheets
4. air mattress/ground pad/foam insulation mat
5. fanny pack/day pack
6. money (cash, credit card)
7. camping reservation information
8. cell phone/phone card/coins

CLOTHING

ESSENTIALS:

1. hiking boots / sneakers / sandals
   
2. 2 T-shirts
3. sweatshirt
4. pants and belt
5. shorts with many pockets
6. fleece type jacket
7. underwear 

(1 set per day - up to 4 sets)
8. socks 

(1 set per day - up to 4 sets)
9. hat/cap
10. sunglasses
11. 2 cloth handkerchiefs
12. bandana (many uses: head gear, neck sunblock, first aid)

EXTRAS:

1. raincoat
2. sweat/fleece pants
3. long underwear (for mountains, winter)
4. wool socks (for nighttime)

TIP:
Do bring at least 2 of everything - in case it rains you want a change of clothing!

TIP:
Don't bring more than 4 of one item - you can wash your clothes and rotate them.

FOOD

COOKING UTENSILS:

1. stove & fuel
   
2. mess kit or plates
   
3. pots
   
4. cups
   
5. ladle , spatula
   
6. cutlery

FOOD STAPLES:

1. traveling snacks (nuts, chips)
   
2. sugar and spices (salt, pepper, chili, soy sauce, garlic)
   
3. cooking oil/margarine
   
4. condiments (ketchup, mustard, mayo, relish, parmesan cheese)
   

DRINKS:

1. canteen, water bottle, bottle opener
   
2. plenty of extra water
   
3. water purifier (iodine)
   
4. beer/wine/spirits (medicinal purpose)
   
5. black and herbal tea, instant coffee, cocoa

BREAKFAST:

1. powdered milk
   
2. instant granola
   
3. dried fruits
   
4. pancake mix, syrup

LUNCH:

1. crackers
   
2. spiced dipping oil
   
3. bread spreads (peanut butter, middle eastern zaatar mix)

DINNER:

1. vegetables
   
2. canned food (stew, beans)
   
3. instant soups / ramen noodles
   
4. dehydrated foods (mashed potatoes)

SNACKS:

1. trail mix, fruit bars, power bars
   
2. marshmallows (roast and add graham crackers and chocolate for smores)
   
3. candy & gum
   

PERISHABLES:

1. fruits
2. vegetables
3. bread
4. cheese
5. ice
   

TOILETRIES

ESSENTIALS:

1. toilet paper
   
2. small towel
   
3. toothbrush & toothpaste
   
4. biodegradable soap & shampoo
   
5. sunscreen, skin lotion (aloe vera)

EXTRAS:

1. shaving gear/mirror
   
2. paper towels, Kleenex
   
3. handy-wipes/rags
   
4. lip balm
   
5. solar shower (black plastic bag)
   

HANDY STUFF

ESSENTIALS:

1. pocket knife/leatherman
   
2. flashlight, torch (pocket flashlight for hikes, head strap light for night activites)
   
3. matches, lighter, candles
   
4. electric or propane lantern
   
5. wood/newspaper/fire starter/axe
   
6. zip lock bags/plastic bags (garbage)
   
7. writing tools (pad, pencil, eraser, pen)
   
8. paper clips, twisties, rubber bands
   
9. 40' rope, bungee chords

EXTRAS:

1. tent peg hammer
   
2. shovel
   
3. compass
   
4. sewing kit (pins, safety pins, needle)
   
5. radio/cassette player/extra batteries
   
6. film canisters (to store stuff)
   
7. maps, guide books
   
8. foldable chair(s)
   
9. beach mat/beach towel
   
10. inflatable pillow
    

1. emergency medicine & drugs
   
2. band aids & antiseptic
   
3. aspirin/alka-seltzer
   
4. insect/mosquito repellent (coils, lotion,electric)
   
5. Pepto-Bismol
   
6. tweezers, scissors
   
7. thermometer
   
8. eucalyptus/mint oil (tiger balm)

TIP:
For a more complete first aid kit visit Emergency Action.

1. camera & film / extra batteries
   
2. recharegeable batteries and solar battery charger
   
3. binoculars, sky map, red flashlight
   
4. reading material (pocketbook, magazines and newspapers that are also good for fire starting)
   
5. toys and fun stuff (Frisbee, hacky sack, kite, balls, cards)
6. cards
   
7. pet food & gear

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