But if you’re whipping up a taco dinner, a full pancake breakfast, or even just a cup of (real) coffee, you’ll want to bring along a few other camp kitchen essentials for cooking and cleaning up after. Sure, you could get creative with nothing but a roll of tinfoil and a campfire to cook your meals (hello, fire-baked potato). Sandals for lounging around the campsite.Bottom line: The unexpected happens in the great outdoors, so check the weather and pack clothes that will keep you warm and dry at night and cool during the day. No, not because it was part of the Boy Scout manual, but because I could never manage to make it through a night of s’mores without getting marshmallow all over myself. Flip-flops (if your campsite has a shower)Īs a kid tagging along on my brother’s Boy Scout campouts, I learned that you should always, always, bring an extra set of clothes and shoes.First aid kit, like the Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight Kit ($29) which includes adhesive bandages, gauze, tweezers, and pain relievers in a weatherproof bag.Bug spray (Picaridin-based Natrapel, $7, is a good DEET-free option).A simple body wipe and a stick of deodorant can do wonders after a night in a tent. If you’re only camping for a night or two, you might even skip showering entirely-though that doesn’t mean you can’t stay clean(ish). When packing toiletries for camping, it’s more about being prepared for cuts, bug bites, and basic hygiene. To keep everything organized, consider packing everything in a dedicated camping gear bin or box, like the foldable Thule Go Box ($70, ). Firewood (buy wood close to your campground to avoid introducing new insects).Lighting, like a lantern and string lights.Most drive-up campgrounds will provide a picnic table and firepit and sell locally sourced firewood on site. Also: Check your campground amenities before you pack. Other items-like chairs and pillows-add an extra touch of comfort. To set up your campsite, you’ll always need a shelter, sleeping bag, and sleeping pad, which helps with warmth. Tip: Download or save this camping checklist to use for your next camping trip.
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