Going camping... what is needed?

Question

Alright, so I'm going camping by myself what equipment should I bring with me (like backpack, sleeping bag, etc.)? Also what clothing should I wear?

Answer 1

Sleeping bag

Tent - up to you, if there is a chance of rain I would take one

Backpack is only needed if you are packing in to the camp site

some sort of camp stove especially if there are fire restrictions

Three complete changes of clothing. In summer heat, I suggest jeans and tee shirts. Don't forget SOCKS!!!

A digging tool such as a folding shovel or even a good garden trowel.

A good knife such as a 7" buck knife with a belt sheath. A folding pocket knife will be better than nothing.

A COMPASS and TOPO maps of the area! If you plan to hike this could be the difference in eventually finding your way back to camp and getting there when you want to.

Butane lighters or waterproof matches for starting a fire IF NEEDED.

A cell phone just in case.

Basic first aid kit

spool of nylon twine (comes in handy)

Water containers that are easy to carry. Some f***y packs have water bottle holders attached. I got mine at walmart

Camp cook ware. Even the cheap mess kits are OK as long as you get the stainless steel version.

FOOD! I use a lot of canned food because it is ready made, easy to use, requires no refrigeration.

Bring a water supply with you in case there isn't a ready water supply in the area.

Just some of the basics!

Answer 2

Tent

Answer 3

When I go camping by myself, I hook up my little Mini Camp Trailer to my Jeep, which has all the comforts of home built into it.  I drive where ever I need to get to where ever I need to go....... then, set up camp and stay as long as I need.

I open up the Trailer, fill the Air Matress,  set up the Stove, put the Ice Chest in a shady area,  I set up the Portable Shower, put the dogs on a lease and spend the next few weeks "Camping".  Don't forget to bring your Fishing Gear, and Dog Food.

Lee

Answer 4

Here's a list from the Academy Sports & Outdoors website. Of course, you need to made modifications for your own use, and use common sense, or you'll need an extra truck just to carry the stuff.

http://www.academysports.com/index.php?p...

Answer 5

http://www.lovetheoutdoors.com/camping/C...

http://camping.about.com/od/campingforbe...

Camping Checklist (compliments of camping.about.com)

Shelter and Bedding (essentials)

__ tent

__ tarp

__ sleeping bag

__ sleeping pad

__ headrest

Cooking and Dining (essentials)

__ water

__ food

__ cooler

__ camp stove

__ mess kit

__ can opener

__ charcoal

Clothes

__ t-shirts

__ shorts

__ jeans/pants

__ socks

__ shoes/boots

__ camp shoes

__ hat/cap

__ sweater

__ rain poncho

__ underwear

__ swim suit

__ laundry bag

__ _____________

__ _____________

__ _____________

__ _____________

Personal Hygiene

__ tooth brush

__ tooth paste

__ wash rag(s)

__ towel(s)

__ soap

__ comb/brush

__ nail clippers

__ razor

__ toilet paper

__ _____________

__ _____________ Shelter and Bedding (optionals)

__ book

__ cot

__ comforter

__ throw rug

__ pillow

Cooking and Dining (optionals)

__ charcoal chimney

__ smoker

__ Dutch oven

__ hot dog sticks

__ pie irons

__ chairs

__ folding table

__ table cloth

__ butane lighter

__ screen room

Cleaning Items

__ broom

__ dust pan

__ whisk broom

__ lawn rake

__ dish pan

__ detergent

__ dish rags

__ ppt scrubber

First Aid Kit

__ personal medication

__ bandages

__ aspirin, Tylenol

__ medical tape

__ sterile gauze

__ elastic wrap

__ antiseptic wipes

__ antibiotic cream

__ burn ointment

__ sunburn lotion

__ hydrogen peroxide

__ scissors

__ tweezers

__ eye wash

__ sanitary napkins

__ snake bite kit Chuck Box

__ salt and pepper

__ herbs and spices

__ cooking oil

__ pot holders

__ paper towels

__ napkins

__ plastic trash bags

__ tongs and spatula

__ aluminum foil

__ measuring cups

__ plastic silverware

__ paper plates/bowls

__ plastic cups

__ zip lock bags

__ knives

__ cutting board

__ cork s***w

Miscellaneous Items

__ binoculars

__ bird guide

__ bug spray

__ bungi cords

__ camera

__ candles

__ cards, games

__ cell phone

__ clothes pins

__ compass

__ duct tape

__ fishing gear

__ flashlight

__ frisbee

__ GPS

__ kites

__ knife

__ lantern

__ matches

__ pen and paper

__ rope

__ shower bag

__ sun block

__ tools

__ water filters

__ whistle