A Happy Camper Camping Essentials Checklist
Basic
- Matches / Match Case
- Water Bottle
- Water Filter / Purifier
- First Aid Kit
- Maps / compass
- Mirror / Whistle
- Candles
- Sunglasses
- Flashlight / Batteries
- Nylon Cord
- Emergency Blanket
- Watch
- Biodegradable Soap
- Toilet Paper
- Fire Starters
- Knife
General
- Backpack
- Sleeping Bag
- Ground Cloth
- Mattress / Pad
- Tent / Pegs / Poles
- Tarp
- Stuff Sacks
- Boots / Shoes
- Socks
- Underwear
- Long Underwear
- Swimsuit
- Shirts
- Pants & Belt
- Shorts
- Sweater
- Poncho / Rain Gear
- Hat / Cap / Bandana
- Sunscreen & Lip Balm
- Insect Repellent
- Emergency Shelter (Tube Tent, Space Blankets)
- Tooth Brush / Paste
- Towel / Washcloth
- Comb
- Food
- Snacks
- Beverages
- Stove & Fuel
- Fuel Containers
- Knife, Fork & Spoon
- Spatula
- Pots & Pans
- Pot Grip
- Sierra Cup
- Bowls
- Id / Money / Keys and Extra Set of Keys
- Foil
- Trash Bags
- Can Opener
- Grill
- Cooking Oil
- Safety Pins
- Pad & Pencil
- Moleskin
- Gloves
Accessories
- Pack Rain Cover
- Hammock
- Binoculars
- Thermometer
- Altimeter / Barometer
- Knife SharpnerÂ
- Head Lamp
- Fishing Gear
- Lantern
- Spare Batteries
- Saw / Ax
- Trowel
- Radio
- Emergency Rations
- Flare
- Thermos
- Staff / Walking Stick
- Seam Sealer
- Scissors
- Sewing Kit
- Tools
- Tape
- Field Guides
- MapsÂ
- Books
- Games
- License for Fishing / Hunting
- Hand Warmers
With Vehicle
- Water Cooler
- Ice Chest & Ice
- Shade / Screen Tent
- Extra Fuel / Gas Cans
- Heater / Fuel
- Rope
- Bar-B-Q & Fuel / Starter
- Tackle Box
- Fishing Pole
- Guns / Ammo
- Horse Shoes
- Dutch Ovens
- Lid Lifter
- Cookbooks
- Lawn Chairs
- Folding Table
- Water Carriers
- Dish Pans
- Air Mattress
- Jumper Cables
- Balls / Bats / Mitts
- Camera / Flash
- Tripod