Last Updated on June 22, 2020 by Amanda Stancati
Going camping this Labour Day weekend? We have a camping checklist for you! But first, there are some important questions to consider that will help you pack appropriately:
Where are you going?
How long are you going for?
Where will you be staying?
What will be you eating?
What activities do you plan to partake in?
Essentials
- Money & IDs
- Reservation Confirmation
- Cell Phone
- Clothes (including swim-wear, rain-gear, and comfortable shoes)
- Toiletries
- Medication & First-Aid Kit
Shelter
- Tent (+ groundsheet/poles/ropes/stakes/hammer)
- Sleeping Bags & Pillows
- Tarp
- Towels & Blankets
Camping Gear
- Matches/Lighter
- Flashlight
- Extra Batteries
- Lantern
- Binoculars
- Pocket Knife
- Maps/GPS/Compass
- Scissors
- Sunscreen
- Insect Repellent
- Hand Sanitizer
- Folding Chairs
- Backback
- Toilet Paper & Paper Towels
- Sunglasses & Hat
- Garbage Bags
Food
- Food Hanger
- Reusable Water Bottle/Large Water Jug/Water Filter
- Cooler & Ice
- Nutrition Bars & Other Snacks
- Firewood/Campfire Grill/Fuel for Cooking
- Cooking Utensils
- Disposable Plates & Silverware
Fun
- Musical Instruments
- Board Games
- Bikes/Rollerblades/Helmets
- Fishing/Hunter Gear/Licenses
- Camera
- Playing Cards
- Books
- Radio
Remember to let someone know where you are and when you plan on coming back. And most importantly, relax and enjoy! Get your scary stories ready, and don’t forget the smores!
Tell us where you’re heading in the comments below!
