Camping Checklist  

 
Here is our list of items you should bring with you.

Toiletries

Toothpaste  
Toothbrushes  
Dental Floss  
Mouthwash or Breath Mints  
Shampoo  
Hair Conditioner  
Metal Mirror For shaving, hair combing, or "What do I look like today?"
Toilet Paper and a Small Shovel Just in case you can't find a rest room!
Quarters for the Showers  
Hair Combs and/or Brushes  
Hand Soap I find the anti-bacterial soaps very reassuring on camping trips
Sun Screen  
Bug Repellent  
Skin Lotion  
Shaving Accessories Don't forget the power cord!
Tweezers Someone is always getting a wood or glass sliver.
Aspirin or Tylenol  
Children's Tylenol Some kid size fever reducer.
Forehead Thermometer  
Finger Nail Clippers or Nail File  
Antiperspirant  
Lip Balm Some come with U.V. protection.
Prescription Medications Get spares of all you can; especially allergy and athsma medications as these conditions an be worsened by changing climate and vegetation.

Basic Gear
Flashlights with Batteries  
Tent Make sure you have all the stakes, ropes, poles, etc. Most tents come with lousy stakes that bend after the first few uses - I buy 'industrial strength' stakes at my local hardware store.
Ground Cloth or Tarp You should always have a two or more tarps to go with your tent.
Tent Carpet A piece of used or remnant carpet, cut to fit your tent floor, makes for a comfortable tent experience.
Sleeping Bags  
Fleece Sleeping Bag Liner Not only does this add warmth to a sleeping bag, it helps keep your sleeping bag clean. it's easier to wash a bag liner than it is to wash the whole sleeping bag.
Canteen  
Blankets  
Inflatable Cushions For under the sleeping bags.
Pillows Coats work great if you're in a pinch for space.
Camping Lanterns We use the battery operated kind. They are not as bright as gas lamps, but are much safer with a small child and can be used in the tent without fear.
Backpacks For Hiking.
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