My Top Ten Camping Essentials
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Camping is Getting in Touch with Nature
Every summer we try to go on at least one camping trip. This summer we haven't been anywhere yet. Our daughter is going back to College for September. She will be disappointed if we don't get at least one weekend in for camping. It is already August!!!
We were planning on having an August rummage sale. My husband's words have echoed in my head over and over. "If we don't have a rummage sale, everything gets thrown out to the curb." For some reason he thinks I am a "Pack Rat" and procrastinator. Since there is no motivation to get this started, September is a good time for a rummage sale.
Camping goes back to the Roman era. Not the tents that are seen in modern times. Their campsite would have makeshift homes of large canvases draped over a frame of wood or whatever was available. This made an easy shelter from nature's elements. Tents provide temporary accommodations for solders during war time. Tents are easily transportable and can be moved from campsite to campsite.
We take to camping as a form of recreation. It is is a way of getting in touch with nature, go hunting, fishing, traveling and just relaxing. For more than 100 years, camping has been a recreation.
August is a good time for camping. Next weekend we will go for our daughter's sake. To make sure that we take everything, we need a list of camping essentials.
Camping involves being at a campground, camping at a lake or somewhere out in middle of the wilderness. Many people have different ideas on what is camping. Is it pitching up a tent, pop-up camper, rolling in the RV or staying in one of the cabins? Whichever way you prefer to camp, you should find this check list useful.
Of course these are just the basics.
1. Where are you sleeping?
Camping in a camper, RV or cabin...this one would not apply for you.
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Don't forget the tent stakes, hammer, rope and a couple of tarps (one for the ground and one to place over the top of the tent, if needed.)
Tents evolved over the years. There are many styles from pup to deluxe tents with separate rooms, like this one.
2. What type of bedding do you need?
Coleman Ash Canyon 25-Degree Rectangular Oversize Sleeping Bag
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Make sure that you have the right type of sleeping bag for the season. Bring your pillow and teddy bear.
3. For Comfort an Air Mattress is a Must
Coleman Comfortsmart Quickbed Airbed - Queen
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We have slept directly on the ground before, but an air mattress has more comfort.
4. Duffel Bag for Your Clothes
Beats a plastic garbage bag
Outdoor Products Mountain Duffel (Large)
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Duffel bag, backpack, toiletry bag are part of the essentials. Make sure you pack an extra pair of socks, sweatshirt for cold mornings or nights, swimwear, shoes and all the other necessary clothes.
Cardinal Trailer Camping
5. Important to have a First Aid Kit
First Aid Only Outdoor First Aid Kit, Soft Case, 205-Piece Kit
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How many times did you need a band aid and forgot to bring one? Make sure you pack the insect repellent as well.
6. Camping Lantern
Coleman Rugged Battery Powered Lantern (Family Size)
Amazon Price: $23.25 (as of 02/15/2012)
Eating late at night at the picnic table, a camping light is needed. Makes it easier to find your way back to the tent. Bring the flashlights too.
7. Cooler for Your Perishable Food
Coleman 6-Day 50 Qt. Ultimate Xtreme Wheeled Cooler
Amazon Price: $69.26 (as of 02/15/2012)
If you are camping for any length of time, a quality cooler is essential. A 6 day cooler has more insulation and will keep the food longer. Buying one with a drain is a plus.
Camping for the weekend, we plan for at least two meals. Sometimes, it is nice to go out and eat. Try not to forget those hot dogs and condiments. The camp store will more than likely have what you forgot, but you will pay the price.
Visitors in Camp
8. Convenience of a Propane Grill Stove
Coleman 2-Burner Electronic Ignition Propane Grill Stove
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Nothing wrong with cooking over the campfire. We love to roast marshmallows and hot dogs. There are camping tools just for over the fire. But if you want convenience of cooking that first morning cup of coffee and frying up some eggs and bacon, a grill stove is the way to go.
9. Coffee Pot for Camping
Coleman 14-Cup Enamelware Coffee Percolator
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This type of coffee pot can be used on the propane grill or placed next to the fire from the pit. Make sure you have cooking gloves to grab it.
10. Don't Forget the Camera
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Wouldn't it be nice to have some photo memories of your mini-trip? What about that large fish you caught? "Yes, it was that big!" Then there was one of the last three remaining Po'oulis in the world that just happened to fly by.
Favorite Vacation Trips
Where Would You Camp?
Where do you like to go to camping?
Fetching blurbs now... please stand byI don't camp, but I love to vacation at...
Mermaiden says:
Camping in Florida is great! You can find great parks near rivers, natural springs and even beaches!
Posted September 28, 2011
YayasHome says:
My hubby and my kids have all been camping, but I never have. I've done enough traveling and moving around that I'm perfectly content to stay home when I can. My idea of camping is sleeping in the car while we travel.
Posted August 14, 2011
aesta1 says:
In the summer, we stay at our cottage so camping has not been part of our life. But I love our friends stories on it and would love to do it one of these days.
Posted July 14, 2011
whoisbid says:
Ethiopia e.g. the White Nile and surrounding islands. Absolutely out of this world!
Posted July 11, 2011
Heard_Zazzle says:
During my childhood, we camped often. Now I like a hotel with a mint on my pillow. :)
Posted May 12, 2011
DaveStone13 says:
Wherever they have good indoor plumbing... Oops! I guess that means I don't like to go camping. I love to go to Italy.
Posted May 11, 2011
I love camping and this is my favorite place...
Sara_Valor says:
I love to go camping. It can be anywhere from the river bank to the back yard. I got my tent, air mattress and sleeping bag in the trunk of my car always...
Mom & Dad would be so proud. :D
Posted December 21, 2011
fullofshoes says:
We love to camp near the ocean and/or mountains of New Hampshire.
Posted December 18, 2011
steve b says:
michigans upper peninsula.You can really get away from it all.If you go in late August and September the black flys are gone .Quiet and you can smell the pines and see every star in the sky
Posted December 16, 2011
eckelhunting says:
We love camping and hunting in Arizona. The desert is beautiful and has a great temperature about 9 months out of the year. In the summer though be sure to pack LOTS of water!! It does get very very hot so be ready http://www.killermountainlionhunts.com
Posted November 21, 2011
yano_jl says:
I agree with Mermaiden, I love Florida camping, but only from November to March - the summers are just to hot for me to sleep in a tent. (big baby I know)
Posted November 10, 2011
CosyMattress says:
Love camping in Snowdon, but miss my bed and foam mattress too much to last longer than a weekend though
Posted November 10, 2011
cffutah says:
prefer the coast and mountains. Nothin' like playing poker with ice cream at night with a lattern and the family.
Posted October 08, 2011
Sunflower_Susan says:
My favorite camp was at Yosemite. We had a site that was a half acre. Loved it. Would love to return one day.
Posted September 28, 2011
Great Travel Places to Camp At
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What should you bring on a camping trip?
I have broken it down to only 10 items. There is more that we can bring. Add what else you would bring if going on a camping trip. This way we won't forget anything.
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1 flashlight per camper6 points
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A large good tarp, to ward off rain showers.
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Deck of cards
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Bug Spray
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Matches and a Lighter to make Fire
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camping list
www.campwiz.com3 points
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solar shower
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pillow
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Fishing Gear
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sleeping bag
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flashlights
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air mattresses
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Camping chairs
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First Aid Kit
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www.outdoorcookingstove.org
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books
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dice
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Lantern
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Propane for stove/lantern
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Plenty of batteries
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Tarps and ropes
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whisk for inside of tent
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dishcloths
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Clothespins ( to hold towels and wet clothes on rope clothesline)
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fire starter or quick start sticks
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scissors
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Drinking Water and/or Water Container
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Ziploc bags ( great for keeping stuff dry in cooler)
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Food & Cooler
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Beach/Sand Toys
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Lots of Towels
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CD Player radio
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beach blanket or picnic blanket
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wine
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refrigerator
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Serta Memory Foam Mattress Topper
This is a unique mattress enhancer that aims to ensure more...0 points
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Hammocks
Carry your hammocks while camping0 points
Travel Beautiful Wisconsin
Many Places for Camping
- Wisconsin: Hubtrail Capstone
- Relax in the beautiful of Wisconsin at one of the 15,000 lakes. Bring your fishing poles and fish on Lake Michigan, Lake Geneva or Castle Rock Lake. Catch your limit of walleye, northern pike or bass.
- Touring Green Bay, Wisconsin
- Green Bay, Wisconsin, with a population of 101,025 (according to the 2008 census), is the smallest city in the United States to host a professional sports team. Known as the Green Bay Packers and is the main tourist attraction for Green Bay.
- Touring Wisconsin Dells
- Wisconsin Dells area is the number one tourist attraction in Wisconsin. When speaking of the Dells attractions, it involves Wisconsin Dells and the surrounding areas: Lake Delton and Baraboo. One of the oldest resort areas in the state, Wisconsin Dells is known for its beautiful glacial sandstone rock formations along the banks of the Wisconsin River.
- Touring Fish Creek Wisconsin
- Beautiful Fish Creek, located on DoorCounty's Peninsula is one of the most picturesque places to visit in Wisconsin. Fish Creek is a small unincorporated community that brings in thousands of visitors to view its historical buildings, shops and scenery.
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MintySea
Nov 9, 2011 @ 11:48 pm | delete
- I haven't cammped in a tent but a little caben
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EverythingMouse
Nov 9, 2011 @ 9:44 am | delete
- I confess that I have never been camping. Great resource - Squid Angel Blessings to you
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cffutah
Oct 8, 2011 @ 11:02 pm | delete
- old school camping. liked your lens that I gave you a 'thumbs up' for it.
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JziE
Sep 30, 2011 @ 2:37 am | delete
- love the idea and everything in it
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LyricalVenus
Sep 29, 2011 @ 3:02 pm | delete
- Great lens! I don't get to camp as often as I'd like to these days, but 99.9% of the time when I go camping it's in a tent!
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jptanabe
Sep 29, 2011 @ 1:53 pm | delete
- Great top 10 list for camping! Now I almost want to go - but it's raining outside and has been for weeks, so maybe next year... Blessed
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SereneSea
Sep 29, 2011 @ 1:32 am | delete
- I am sure people can use these tips for camping, it is so much fun.
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Mermaiden
Sep 28, 2011 @ 4:22 pm | delete
- this was a great lens! my son has been a boyscout for the past few years and they do 3 camp-outs each year. every time we go we learn something new! Two things we did this year were 1) a mat for the front of the tent; and 2) metal spokes to roast marshmallows (or hot dogs) over the fire (so we don't have to use dirty sticks!).
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frances
Sep 22, 2011 @ 4:47 pm | delete
- Interesting to see how somebody else does it. Nice lens
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Pirobo
Sep 11, 2011 @ 6:37 pm | delete
- i started camping as a child - and we learnt to do with the type of equipment we had available then. Having said that an inflatable bed is a luxury I really enjoy when camping.
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