Camping Checklist
Essentials and Camper Experience Testimonials
Before going camping, make sure you stock up
with the essentials: food, water and shelter to name a few. We have
created a list of item that we feel might help get you on your way to
camping with the basics. Hopefully we have thought of some items that
might complement your list. Check back often as we will be adding more
ideas to this camping checklist. We've also provided customer
testimonials with their input on gear essentials...
Often kindling is hard to find especially in desert and open areas. Fire
starter sticks burn like kindling for approx 20 min. and can be placed
under firewood in place of kindling.
Extra Lighter Fluid
*grocery/corner store*
Incase of emergencies, its always important to have extra lighter fuel
for lighters. Zippo Butane Fuel is a good option
Charcoal Lighter Fluid
*grocery/corner store*
Charcoal lighter fluid can be handy when you have limited kindling to
burn and you need to get a primitive fire started. Douse small logs with
fluid and kindling. Note: fluid is extremely flammable and can light
very fast. Be sure when lighting fire to stand back and keep lots of
water close by incase fire spreads.
Plastic colored cups are not only great for drinking, but also can be
turned into tea light holders for nighttime table lighting. Solo brand
favorite and can be purchased at any grocery store.
Cutting boards really help when a flat - clean surface is not available.
Tin Foil
*grocery/corner store*
Tin foil is a staple when cooking on the fire and cooking veggies. Wrap
favorite veggies (covered with butter, salt and pepper) in double
wrapped foil. You can actually cook directly on fire in addition to
cooking on coals or camp stove/bbq.
Zip-Lock Bags
*grocery/corner store*
Zip-Lock bags are a must for clean food storage in coolers. Keeps food
from contaminating ice, and also keeps melted ice water from spoiling
food. More compact than storage containers to save space. Also can be
used as marinade pouch for meats etc.
Good for boiling water for coffee/tea, cooking in a hurry or in a
confined space. Single burners are capable of cooking any meal for solo
campers, and are a nice and compact alternative to larger stoves.
Non stick - good quality pans and pots can really help speed up the
cooking process by displacing heat more efficiently for cooking. Non
stick feature also aids the clean up process - and can usually be wiped
down conserving water.
Important to keep all utensils in one place to find quickly and easily.
Also can prevent accidents and cuts from happening via knives and other
sharp utensils.
Condiments
Salt & Pepper
Garlic
Sweetener
*grocery/corner store*
Honey is a nice substitute for sugar, and great for tea. It is also
suggested that honey grown locally helps build immunity against
allergies from local pollens.
Other Favorite Spices (seasoning salts etc.)
*grocery/corner store*
Food / Drink Staples
Tea / Coffee
*grocery/corner store*
Authors choice - Green Tea for anti-oxidant properties. Mix with local
honey.
Favorite brand - Scotch Brite- Campware Companion - 3 pads. One small
pad is soaped and can be used for a couple day trip utensil and pot/pan
clean-up.
Travel Size Dispenser - Paper Towel
*grocery/corner store*
Bounty To Go brand is really great for big messes and pot/pan clean up
(when water is limited). Discarded paper towels also make great fire
starting material.
Heavy Duty Garbage Bags - large.
*grocery/corner store*
Glad with drawstring authors choice. Drawstring can be strung over tee
limb, sealing top and keep critters away.
While in cold weather, often noting will fully insulate you from cold
ground. Consider 12-Hr. body warmer on back while sleeping for cozy
restful sleep
Clothing and Body
Accessories
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Footwear
Socks
When hiking and walking, it is important to protect the feet from
blisters and the elements - good quality hiking socks can help keep feet
comfortable.
