| For some campers who are stressed out by packing | | | | pressure bandages. |
| because they cannot distinguish what's essential and | | | | 3. Thermometer |
| what's not, those that are tempted to bring the whole | | | | 4. Antiseptic/anesthetic ointment or spray |
| house just to make sure they have not forgotten | | | | 5. Anti-itch ointment |
| anything, or are apprehensive about the thought that | | | | 6. Medications for headache, tummy pain and fever |
| they missed putting something important on their | | | | reducers. |
| checklist, here's a helpful checklist that is divided into | | | | 7. Sterile eye wash like saline which if sterile can also |
| categories to ensure that you're not forgetting anything | | | | be used to clean wounds. |
| and to make packing easier. | | | | Personal Essentials |
| Camping gear | | | | 1. Cash. Be sure you have extra for any emergency |
| 1. A reliable and durable tent. Choose one that has | | | | expenses. |
| sturdy poles, durable fabric, heavy duty zippers and | | | | 2. Identification cards. These are very important and |
| sufficient ventilation to make the atmosphere inside the | | | | you should never leave without them. |
| tent fresh and breezy. | | | | 3. Car keys |
| 2. Comfortable sleeping bag with insulation for cold | | | | 4. Cellular phone. This is especially important if you're |
| nights. | | | | camping in a far away site. You should always have a |
| 3. A lantern and flashlight to provide you with light. | | | | means to reach someone in case of urgent situations. |
| 4. Catalytic heaters like the Coleman SportCat ™ | | | | 5. Camera, film, batteries to capture memorable |
| Perfectemp™ Catalytic Heater specifically designed | | | | camping moments. |
| to be used indoors or in enclosed areas such as tents. | | | | 6. Binoculars |
| 5. Portable water heater | | | | 7. Map |
| 6. Ropes and strings that can be used for a variety of | | | | 8. Sufficient clothes |
| purposes: putting clothesline, pitching up the tent and | | | | Hygiene Supplies |
| many others. | | | | 1. Soap and shampoo |
| 7. Plastic bags for storage and trash. | | | | 2. Lotion, sunscreen and insect repellent spray to keep |
| Food and Cookware | | | | unwanted insects off your skin. |
| 1. Cooking utensils such as pots, pans, spatula. | | | | 3. Sanitizer and alcohol |
| 2. Dining utensils like spoons, forks, knives, plates. It's a | | | | 4. Towels and hankies |
| good idea to pack sporks which are a combination of | | | | This checklist which seeks to help you have a |
| spoon and fork to save space in the bags. | | | | memorable camping trip without failing to bring along |
| 3. Camp stove or grill | | | | any essential camping gear is simply a guide and may |
| 4. Fuel for the stove | | | | not encompass all your personal needs. That's why it |
| 5. Meal ingredients which are previously measured at | | | | is important that you add to this checklist any other |
| home and placed in resealable plastic bags with labels. | | | | items (like medications for an allergy that you have or |
| 6. Snacks | | | | your favourite pocketbook) that were not mentioned. |
| 7. Water | | | | Always remember that aside from planning the camp |
| First Aid Kit | | | | activities, it is also imperative that you are able to plan |
| 1. Dressings like pads, sterile eye pads, sterile gauze | | | | carefully the things you have to bring. You don't want |
| pads or bandages to be applied in any event of | | | | to suffer from an aching back because of an |
| someone getting a cut or wound. | | | | overloaded backpack or to be in the middle of the |
| 2. Elastic bandages which are used for sprains, and | | | | woods without the things you need most. |