l need a list of things l am suppose to bring on a camping trip. l am going camping Friday and l have not been camping in at least 5-10 years. ahhh! thanks!

You will need some sort of shelter, whether it be a tent, a rv, pop-up camper, etc

Something to sleep on is essential. There r a hundred different kind of inflatables, sleeping bags & other options. If u bring an inflatable or air mattress, make sure it is self-inflating. Make sure ur sleeping bag is waterproof & made with good insulating material with a durable shell.

Unless u want to subsist solely on pre-packaged, ready-to-eat food, u will want to bring something to cook with. Keep items to a minimum - a multi-purpose pan, a lightweight camping stove, a few utensils. You do not want to spend all ur time packing, unpacking, cleaning & so forth. If u bring disposable utensils, make sure they're sturdy enough to handle the type of food u prepare & eat.

A first aid kit is a must. A splint can be improvised from available material, but u will need bandages (both wrap around & stick on band-aids). A disinfectant and/or anti-bacterial cream or spray is essential. A minor cut or scrape can become deadly out in the wilderness, but is trivial if treated properly. Aspirin is a great all-around drug, but ibuprofen or acetominophen r good substitutes for those with sensitive stomachs.

Bug bite spray or cream can prevent a minor irritant from becoming a major annoyance or worse. Some moleskin is a good idea for treating blisters, too. Scissors or a multi-purpose, Swiss Army-style knife can be really handy. Resist the temptation to bring a hundred different tools, though. Some cleansing towelettes can be great for hygiene & first aid.

Many campsites have a water supply, but the quality varies. Be prepared. Bring water bottles for drinking, cooking & emergency cleaning (wound treatment). You wo not be able to haul enough to shower every day, but u might be able to bring enough to wash ur hair once every few days. Water weighs about 8 lbs (3.6kg) per gallon (~4 liters), so plan ahead. You do not want to haul several hundred pounds of water anywhere.

A rechargeable flashlight (of the sort that can be plugged into the cigarette lighter or cell phone recharger in the car) can be a lifesaver. Even in non-emergency situations, it is about the most helpful thing u can have at night when you're a few feet from the campsite.

also, clothes, shoes, shower/bathroom necessities.

tent, sleeping bag, either make one or buy one, make one out of a large blanket. food; cooking stove, there are 100`s to choose from; eating utensils; washing products; clothes; money; a lamp or torch for tent and walking around the site at night

backpacking checklist:
Backpack
topographic map(s)
compass
GPS
pack rain cover
gorp
knife
flashlight/headlamp (plus extra batteries)
matches/lighter
whistle
mirror
bug bite stick
moleskin
sunscreen
insect repellant
headnet
tent
sleeping bag
sleeping pad
water filter
toilet paper
spade/shovel
saw/hatchet
2 1L Nalgene water bottles
100oz. camelback
first aid kit
backpacking stove
stove fuel
cooking gear & utensils
dehydrated meal packs (x+1 days)
candle lantern (w/ x+1 candles)
repair kits (pack, pad, stove, filter, etc.)
Zip-Loc bags for trash
clothing (pants, shirt, underwear, socks, fleece)
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Have a great time!

Hello,

Try the checklist pages below. They should get you thinking of all of thetypes of things that you will need to bring. Have a great trip!

- Mike

This is intended for a Boy Scout, week long summer camp, but l base most of my packing off of it.http://alincolnbsa.org/events/Scout%20equipment%20list.pdf
Of course you will need to update it for your particular situation and to include things like cooking and recreation.