Camping Equipment List

Whenever you plan a camping trip make sure that you have all the camping gear you will need. Who knows what may happen during the trip and sometimes the most unlikely thing to happen will happen. Therefore you need to have a camping equipment list. To draw up such a list, first of all think of the things you think you need for the trip. After you brainstorm your ideas, split your list into three categories like, non-essentials, essentials and emergency. In terms of priority, emergency items, like first aid kit, are first to be included then essentials and then non-essential camping gears.

After you have done that, estimate how much each item will weigh. It is important you do this because most people will overstuff their camping bags and will also be too heavy to carry.

Here is an example of a camping gear list:

Emergency Camping Gear

First Aid Kit – Depending on where you going, each environment will need its own unique first aid kit. For example, if you going to the desert you will need a kit that will prevent heat stress and protect you from snake or scorpion bite.

Emergency Bag – In case you get lost in the middle of nowhere and the weather is really cold, an emergency bag is very good in keeping you warm and protecting you from the wind.

Dental Medic Kit – Who knows, you may get your tooth knocked out and this would be handy just in case if it happens.

Tube Tent – Tube tents are usually inexpensive and small enough to easily fit in your camping bag. They are good when your tent is damaged and then use this as a quick replacement.

Signal Flare – If you are travelling far away from civilization and in hard to see places like rainforests or the jungle, this is required. In case you get lost and you hear helicopters flying above, use this to make people locate you fast. Most signal flare comes in red and is 12 gauge.

Whistle – If you get lost in the woods in the middle night or in a fog, a whistle is an excellent way for people to locate you.

Flashlight – It is absolutely required you have a flashlight with you. Flashlight has two main functions during camping. It is used for people to locate you and to see in the dark.

Emergency Poncho – Get a poncho that is made of plastic. There are very cheap and light to carry.

Cellphone – Although your reception can be out of range, all phones have an emergency call button or can be used by search rescuers for your cell phone signal.

Essential Camping Gear

Sleeping Bag – Make sure you get a sleeping bag that is suited for the environment you are going to. If you going to a place where it gets below freezing level, buy a good quality sleeping bag that is designed for those conditions. Also, try to avoid buying secondhand sleeping bags because it sometimes has holes in it that can make creepy crawlies climb into your bag.

Rucksack Liner Dry Bag – Use this prevent water from entering your sleeping bag.

Backpack – Try to buy a quality bag from a well known brand. The cheap brand can break down very easily and can make your life difficulty if one of your straps gets broken.

Compass/GPS – You will need to know which direction you going and what your current location is.

Food – Prepackage and ready-to-eat freeze dried instant foods are excellent because they are small, quick and easy to eat.

Pot/Pan, Cups and Utensils – This absolutely essential to eat your food unless you want to eat with your hands.

Stoves – There are a whole range of stoves available from gas stoves to solid fuel packs.

Water Tablets and Purifiers – In case you run out of water and you need to drink from a nearby water source, you need to have water tablets and purifiers in hand. You need to be careful where you drink because it can make you very sick and dehydrated.

Tents – Buy a quality tent that is especially suited to the environment. Most budget tents are two or three season tents but the higher quality ones can be used in any conditions.

Water Bottles – If you going to a place where it is dry and with limited water, get a large water bottle container.

Knives and Tools – Make sure you bring a knife with you. You can get a decent coghlan or swiss army knives from nearly all camping stores.

Hygiene and Personal Care – Depending on your personal taste, you can buy a cleaning gel with aloe oil or just get plain soap. Bath wipes and toilet paper can be bought from any supermarkets.

Non-Essential Camping Gear

Axe or Saw – If you want to build a campfire or build a small cover, an axe is handy to chop any nearby wood.

Digital Camera – Don’t forget to a camera so you can permanently store all your unforgettable memories.