The Camping List
Last update: 10/22/2001
This list has grown over the years via a process of trial and error.
You may not need or want to bring everything on this list. It is
intended as a guideline for people who camp the way we do: in a
tent in a campground, with small children, and with a minivan for
hauling everything.
Camping Gear
- Tent
- Sleeping Bags
- Air Mattresses
- Pump for inflating air mattresses
- Pillows
- Lantern or other wide-area light source
- Flashlights
- Clothesline Rope
- Clothespins
- Cooler
- Scissors
- Tape
- Hammer
- Nails
- Tarp or Screenhouse, Stakes
- Beach Quilt/Blanket
- Umbrellas
- Chairs
- Fold-up tables
- Dustpan and Brush
Food Preparation and Cleanup
We tend to cook most meals, rather than eat out a lot.
- Cookstove
- Matches
- Propane Fuel
- Potholders
- Spatula
- Strainer Spoon, Large Spoon, Large Fork
- Sharp knife
- Large frying pan
- Cookware
- Charcoal Briquets
- Grill
- Lighter Fluid
- Can Opener
- Corkscrew
- Potato Peeler
- Plastic Wrap
- Zip Storage Bags
- Trash bags
- Tablecloth
- Leftover Containers
- Dish basin
- Sponge
- Scrubber
- Small bottle of dishwashing liquid
- Kitchen towels
- Water jug
Meals
Non-food items used during meals. If you like doing dishes more than
visiting the beach, bring real plates and silverware.
- Napkins
- Paper Towels
- Paper plates
- Plasticware
- Steak knives
- Cups
- Bowls
Recreation
- Cards
- Frisbees, Balls
- Toys
- Games
- Paper & Pens
- Books
- Rollerslates/Rollerblades, Helmet & Pads
- Fishing Gear
- Bicycles, Bike Rack, Helmets
- Camera, Film, Extra Batteries
- Firewood
- Newspaper (for kindling)
Clothing
This will vary a great deal depending on where you go.
- Sweaters, Sweatshirts
- Windbreakers
- Pajamas
- Bathing Suits
- Beach Towels
- Short Sleeve Shirts, Shorts
- Long Sleeve Shirts, Jeans
- Underwear
- Socks
Toiletries
- Soap
- Deodorant
- Shampoo
- Hair conditioner
- Bath towels
- Hand towels
- Washcloths
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrushes
- Toilet paper
- Razors
- Cold Cream
- Sunscreen
- Vitamins
- Decongestant
- Tissues
- Baby Powder
- Baby Wipes
- Bug Spray
Condiments
This will vary, based on what you plan to have for meals.
- Salt
- Pepper
- Butter
- Coffee
- Creamer
- Tea
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Relish
- Barbeque Sauce
- Mayonnaise
- Hot Sauce
- Chili powder
- Cayenne pepper
- Salsa
- Parmesan cheese
- Salad dressing
- Maple Syrup
Food (Non-Perishable)
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Chili
- Beef Stew
- Ravioli
- Pickles
- Peanut Butter, Fluff
- Dinner
- Noodle Roni
- Macaroni & Cheese
- Rice-A-Roni
- Spaghetti
- Snacks
- Marshmallows
- Chips
- Roasted Peanuts
- Soda
- Cookies
- Peanuts
- Raisins
Food (Perishable)
- Breakfast
- Muffins
- Breakfast Sausages
- Bacon
- Eggs
- Lunch
- Bread
- Jelly
- Deli meat & cheese
Dinner
- Hamburgers, hamburger rolls, cheese
- Hot dogs, hot dog rolls
- Steak
- Pork chops
- Chicken
- Spaghetti Sauce
- Frozen vegetables
- Potatoes
- Salad
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- Miscellaneous
- Lemonade
- Orange juice
- Milk
- Butter/Margarine