Basic Camping Gear for the Family
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Camping with family is the best way to tighten your bond with them. Not only can your kids learn a lot about nature tripping, you can also build up memories from this and your kids will surely remember the fun they have experienced on this trip. But if it’s your first time to experience such adventure, you need to learn about camping gear just to make sure you’re family has everything they need when coming to camps.
Camping gear nowadays vary from small to big items. It’s really important to know what gears you should be getting and to know if your vehicle and bags could accommodate all of your stuff. But of course you have to consider the important stuff so as not to overload your ride. Basic camping gears that you could bring are the following:
Tents
Tents will serve as your shelter. If you have a big family, you have to make sure that you’ve got enough tents for everyone. Tents come in various size and shapes. Camping experts say you have to have the right tent depending on the terrain and weather. This will serve as your family’s protection.
Sleeping Bags, Pillows
This will serve as your bed. And having sleeping bags can provide additional warmth and comfort when sleeping on the ground. There are lots of sleeping bags you can shop around depending on what kind of sleeper you are. Make sure to check on the temperature rating that way you can be comfortable with your camping bedding.
Rain Gear
When suddenly rain starts to pour down while you’re hiking, you will definitely need your rain gear. Plastic rain coats are light and easy to carry around. This way you don’t get soaked up while hiking.
Lanterns and Flashlights
This could light up place on a dark cold night in the wilderness.
Camp Stoves
These stoves are very handy. And it makes cooking easy. Just makes sure you bring enough fuel for this.
Cooler and Ice chest
To accommodate all of your drinks, and if you have enough space on your trailer or vehicle, you can definitely make room for coolers. They can help preserve your food and retain the coolness of your drinks.
Tarps
I have done some research on other important camping gear and I’ve come across tarps (specifically tent footprint tarps). This could actually make your tents last longer and a protection from making it damp.
Sharps
Actually, I am referring to knives and other cutting devices. You have to make sure to have one just in case you need to cut a rope or even dice up your food. And it could be handy in some emergency cases.
It’s fun to research about camping gear. But definitely choosing your own would also mean you have to take note of your budget. Make sure on your first camping trip with the family, they can have all the comfort just like at home. Definitely it will have a lasting effect on them.
Rachel Nunez
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What do I need for camping?
My 5 and 3 year old want to go camping. I have no gear what so ever and have no idea what I need. Of course I mean tent camping, not RV’ing. I would love a basic list for a weekend camping trip. Our family consists of 2 adults and 2 kids. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!
Hehe..how long did it take you to make Hank Hill??
MisterB - Obviously the outdoors is part of camping. I was referring to gear that I can buy in the store.
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Tent
Sleepingbags/lots of blankets gets cold at night
Bug spray
Sunscreen
Hats and sunglasses
Portable stoves are really good, cook simple food such as hotdogs…soup…stews in a can. Nothing complicated.
Activities to do such as cards and frisbee?
Overpacking is always good.
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Don’t forget your:
Lantern
towels/rags
toiletries
flashlights
batteries
hatchet for fire wood if needed
extra propane
easy to cook food
bug candles
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Tent
Blankets
Pillows
Lantern
Flashlights
Camp grill
Propane
Batteries
Table Cloth & table clamps
Pots & Pans
Food
Water
Cooler
Dish Soap
Paper Plates
Silverware
Trash bags
Pot Holder
Cooking Utensils
Can Opener
Pan to do dishes in
Paper Towels
Foil
Hot dog roaster
Mountain Pie Makers
Sunblock
Bug Spray
Camping Chairs
Tarp for over the tent just in case it rains
Toiletries
Toys for the kids
Swim Suits
Towels
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Review the list at
http://www.campsite190.com
and modify it based on what you already have at home, where you are going, weather forecast, and activities planned.
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