Camping list
I've had a few requests for my list so why not post it.
Remember, it's a check list. Take what you need for the destination, vehicle or personal choice. I've camped for 40 years from fancy race tracks to primimative back country (personal preference) in all sorts of vehicles from two wheels, 4x4s, trucks, trailers, airplane, etc. If you don't see your item, edit and make your own list. The idea is it's a checklist. I don't haul every item but have been back country for a long trip, hailed and used most of it. We all love our checklists. It has served me well and continues to evolve.
Clarifications...
My tarp is a canvas treated tarp but it's heavy. I spray it every use with bug spray. It goes under the tent with a section in front of the door. Makes an excellent place to put shoes on and off plus after 40 years, no bug dares cross the line.
Roll of quarters can save you. Sounds silly, but I've been in situations with no cash and the vendor wouldn't take credit.
Thermarest mattresses rock. Self inflating and no flat mattress in the middle of the night. Even if they get a hole, the foam still provides comfort. Plus they insulate from the cold below. I have two over 30 years old. One has a proseal patch! They also make a pillow.
Take the sleeping bag for the temp. I have six from sub zero to summer. If you get cold, use an emergency blanket or solar bivy to reflect heat. They work.
Rain flys only work if installed correctly. You need enough stakes to teather the fly as well. Practice at home. Nothing worse than sleeping in a pool of water. Set it up right and it will withstand quite a storm. I've been through some gully washers and slept like a baby.
Camping List
Mesh backpack
Roll of quarters
Yeti water bottle
Folding stool
Gas grill
Gas can
High lift jack
Lug wrench
Tow kit
Tools
Air compressor
Generator
Emergency tire repair kit
Thermarest matresses
Sleeping bags
Sheets
Blankets
Pillows
Towels
Tents
Tarps
Tent stakes
Chairs
Water socks
Flip flops
Binoculars
Sunglasses
Watch or clock
Ear plugs
Baseball cap or Tilley hat
Life preservers
Swimming goggles
First aid kit
Cigars
Lighter
Matches
Flashlights
Camera equip
AA, AAA, D batteries
Ice chests
Coffee percolator
Instant coffee
Electric or battery fan & batteries
Electric or battery lights
Extension cord
Fire wood
Knife
Pistol
Ammunition
Bug spray (100% Deet)
Sun screen
Camp Shovel
Camp toilet ring
Axe
Hammer
Wood saw
Swiss Army knife
Jumper cables
CB radio and magnetic antenna
Cell phone & chargers
Music player & chargers
Speakers & batteries
Baby wipes
Koozies
Emergency blankets or bivy
Hand warmers
Energy bars
Maps
Trash bags
Toilet paper
Paper towels
Cups
CLOTHES-Summer: jeans, swimsuit, shorts, shirts, socks, underwear, shoes, hat
CLOTHES-Winter: thermal underwear, ski pants, jacket, tuk, muffs, gloves, wind breaker, jeans, t-shirts, underwear, winter socks, hot packs
Personal- Medications, vitamins, soap, shampoo, toothbrush, floss, toothpaste, mouthwash, antiperspirant, cologne, foot powder, etc.
FOOD-meat, potato, sour cream, cheeze, butter, bacon, eggs, salt, pepper, spices, bread, dessert, peanuts, beer, water, sodas, tea, juice, milk, cereal, instant coffee, limes, snacks, propane, aluminum foil, plastic forks, knife, paper towels, plates, bowls, cups, 1gal zip bags