CAMPING GEAR PACKING LIST
 
Here's our handy list of CAMPING GEAR. 

It's a great CHECK LIST for short and long camping trips. 

TIP: Take ONLY what you need. 

TIP: Pack light, but be prepared.

TIP: Before leaving remember to:
·	check this packing list 
·	turn off / unplug all electric items
·	tell someone where you are going


ESSENTIALS 
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backpack 
tent or tarp (test before trip!)
sleeping bag/blanket/sheets 
air mattress/ground pad/foam insulation mat
fanny pack/day pack 
money (cash, credit card) 
camping reservation information

CLOTHING
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ESSENTIALS: 
hiking boots / sneakers / sandals
2 t-shirts 
sweatshirt 
pants and belt
shorts with many pockets
fleece type jacket 
underwear (1 set per day - up to 4 sets) 
socks (1 set per day - up to 4 sets) 
hat/cap 
sunglasses
2 cloth handkerchiefs
bandana (many uses: head gear, neck sunblock, first aid)

EXTRAS: 
raincoat 
sweat/fleece pants 
long underwear (for mountains, winter) 
wool socks (for nighttime) 



FOOD
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TIP: use a sturdy container to store utensils & nonperishable food items

COOKING UTENSILS:
stove & fuel, mess kit or plates, pots, cups, ladle, spatula, cutlery... 

FOOD STAPLES:
traveling snacks (nuts, chips)
sugar and spices (salt, pepper, chili, soy sauce, garlic)
cooking oil/margarine
condiments (ketchup, mustard, mayo, relish, parmesan cheese) 
TIP: get packets from restaurants

DRINKS:
canteen, water bottle, bottle opener
plenty of extra water 
water purifier (iodine) 
beer/wine/spirits (medicinal purpose) 
black and herbal tea, instant coffee, cocoa

BREAKFAST: 
powdered milk 
instant granola 
dried fruits
pancake mix, syrup

LUNCH: 
crackers
spiced dipping oil
bread spreads (peanut butter, middle eastern zaatar mix)

DINNER: 
vegetables
canned food (stew, beans) 
instant soups / ramen noodles
dehydrated foods (mashed potatoes) 

SNACKS: 
trail mix, fruit bars, power bars 
marshmallows (roast and add graham crackers and chocolate for smores)
candy & gum 
TIP: buy perishables last minute: fruits, vegetables, bread, cheese, ice


FIRST AID
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emergency medicine & drugs
band aids & antiseptic
aspirin/alka-seltzer 
insect/mosquito repellent (coils, lotion, electric) 
Pepto-Bismol 
tweezers, scissors 
thermometer 
eucalyptus/mint oil 


TOILETRIES
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ESSENTIALS: 
toilet paper 
small towel
toothbrush & toothpaste 
biodegradable soap & shampoo 
sunscreen, skin lotion (aloe vera)

EXTRAS: 
shaving gear/mirror
paper towels, Kleenex 
handy-wipes/rags
lip balm 
solar shower

HANDY STUFF
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ESSENTIALS: 
pocket knife/leatherman
flashlight, torch (pocket flashlight for hikes, head strap light for night activites)
matches, lighter, candles
electric or propane lantern
Wood/newspaper/fire starter/axe
zip lock bags/plastic bags (garbage)
writing tools (pad, pencil, eraser, pen) 
paper clips, twisties, rubber bands 
40' rope, bungee chords

EXTRAS: 
tent peg hammer
shovel
compass 
sewing kit (pins, safety pins, needle)
radio/cassette player/extra batteries
film canisters (to store stuff) 
maps, guide books
foldable chair(s)
beach mat/beach towel
inflatable pillow

EXTRAS
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camera & film / extra batteries
recharegeable batteries and solar battery charger
binoculars, sky map, red flashlight
reading material (pocketbook, magazines and newspapers that are also good for fire starting)
toys andfun stuff (Frisbee, hacky sack, kite, balls) 
cards
pet food & gear