Tent Camping Checklist
Checklists are a good
habit to get into when you prepare for an outing. Print them out, make your
own additions, and maybe you can avoid that, "Oh, no, I forgot..." scenario.
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Camping
Gear |
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Tent, rainfly, poles and stakes |
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Ground cover
or tarp |
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Tool kit - hand axe, rubber ten-peg mallet, tent stake puller |
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Tent repair kit |
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Extra tent stakes |
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Fire-starter (cotton rolls soaked in melted wax or any material containing
paraffin) |
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Long-nosed
butane lighter |
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Waterproof matches |
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Firewood |
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Fuel for lanterns, stoves, grills, and other
outdoor appliances |
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Fuel funnel
(if using a liquid fuel lantern or stove) |
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Lantern |
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Lantern
carry case |
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Lantern tree
hanger |
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Battery-operated lantern |
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Flashlights – always take more than one |
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Extra
batteries - make sure they are new |
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Extra
lantern mantles |
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Compass and
maps |
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Multipurpose
knife or camper’s tool |
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Folding saw |
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Trowel or shovel |
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String or parachute cord |
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Whisk broom and dust pan |
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Eating/Food Prep |
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Cook stove
and fuel |
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Table |
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Comfortable folding chairs |
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Nesting
cookware |
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Cooking and
eating utensils |
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Plates,
cups, bowls |
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Cooler(s) with ice |
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Small soft cooler |
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Bottle and
can openers |
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Thermal
containers for hot and cold beverages |
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Water
bottles and water |
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5-gallon
water carrier |
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Coffee |
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Coffee
paraphernalia (pot, filters, cups) and/or a tea kettle |
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Salt and
pepper |
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Napkins, paper towels |
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Trash bags |
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Plastic zipper bags |
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Plastic wrap |
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Tin foil |
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Biodegradable dish soap |
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Pot scrubber |
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Dishpan |
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Sleeping and Comfort |
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Sleeping bag
rated for the nighttime temperatures you expect to find |
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Pillow – Clothes in a stuff sack may also be
used |
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Air mattress with pump or a camp pad – This
will smooth out the ground and let you sleep better |
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Cot |
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Personal Items |
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First aid kit |
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Sunscreen - use a high SPF for optimum
protection |
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Sunglasses |
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Radio with
weather band |
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Flare,
mirror, brass whistle |
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Insect repellent – repellents which contain
DEET work the best |
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Mosquito coils |
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Layered clothing |
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A poncho or other rain gear |
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Camera and
film |
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Toilet paper |
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Toiletries |
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Clothesline |
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Bath
towel |
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Biodegradable soap |
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Cards and
games |
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Pad, pencil
or pen |
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The Essentials |
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Sunscreen - use a high SPF for optimum
protection |
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Sunglasses |
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Hat or visor to shade your head and face |
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Cooler(s)
with ice |
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A variety of
beverages, including lots of water |
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Thermal
containers for hot and cold beverages |
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Flask/Bota
bag |
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Light snacks |
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Binoculars |
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Portable
chairs |
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Stadium
seats/cushions |
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Blankets |
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A poncho or other rain gear |
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Portable radio/stereo |
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Camera and
film |
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Frisbee,
football or baseball and gloves |
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Additional Items |
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