what do you need to take camping l have grill tent cooler?????
dang all that any one wanna go single mom just wanna take boys camping and that sounds like alot of work

Some mountaineers say that the most important piece of equipment is a good sturdy pair of hiking shoes/boots. Make sure they fit properly & do not rub up against you're skin in any concentrated areas to avoid blisters.

Other things u might find useful:

Swiss knife
A good jacket
Portable stove with cookset
Lighter
Layers for warmth
Medicine & first aid
Mosquito repellent
Sun Block
Shades
Trail food
Sufficient water
Trash bag
Bag for waterproofing
Emergency duct tape
Compass & map
Flashlight with extra batteries

Try to bring smaller versions of things that u need like tiny tubes of toothpaste & a hand towel instead of a full sized one. Also bring less amounts. No need to pack an entire roll of TP for an overnight trip. Make sure that everything is waterproofed.

Make sure that ur pack does not exceed roughly 30% of ur body weight.

Most importantly, a friend!

http://lovetheoutdoors.com/camping/Checklists.htm
http://camping.about.com/od/campingforbeginners/Advice_for_Beginners.htm
Camping Checklist (compliments of camping.about.com)
Shelter & Bedding (essentials)
__ tent
__ tarp
__ sleeping bag
__ sleeping pad
__ headrest

Cooking & Dining (essentials)
__ water
__ food
__ cooler
__ camp stove
__ mess kit
__ can opener
__ charcoal

Clothes
__ t-shirts
__ shorts
__ jeans/pants
__ socks
__ shoes/boots
__ camp shoes
__ hat/cap
__ sweater
__ rain poncho
__ underwear
__ swim suit
__ laundry bag
__ _____________
__ _____________
__ _____________
__ _____________

Personal Hygiene
__ tooth brush
__ tooth paste
__ wash rag(s)
__ towel(s)
__ soap
__ comb/brush
__ nail clippers
__ razor
__ toilet paper
__ _____________
__ _____________ Shelter & Bedding (optionals)
__ book
__ cot
__ comforter
__ throw rug
__ pillow

Cooking & Dining (optionals)
__ charcoal chimney
__ smoker
__ Dutch oven
__ hot dog sticks
__ pie irons
__ chairs
__ folding table
__ table cloth
__ butane lighter
__ screen room

Cleaning Items
__ broom
__ dust pan
__ whisk broom
__ lawn rake
__ dish pan
__ detergent
__ dish rags
__ ppt scrubber

First Aid Kit
__ personal medication
__ bandages
__ aspirin, Tylenol
__ medical tape
__ sterile gauze
__ elastic wrap
__ antiseptic wipes
__ antibiotic cream
__ burn ointment
__ sunburn lotion
__ hydrogen peroxide
__ scissors
__ tweezers
__ eye wash
__ sanitary napkins
__ snake bite kit Chuck Box
__ salt & pepper
__ herbs & spices
__ cooking oil
__ pot holders
__ paper towels
__ napkins
__ plastic trash bags
__ tongs & spatula
__ aluminum foil
__ measuring cups
__ plastic silverware
__ paper plates/bowls
__ plastic cups
__ zip lock bags
__ knives
__ cutting board
__ cork screw

Miscellaneous Items
__ binoculars
__ bird guide
__ bug spray
__ bungi cords
__ camera
__ candles
__ cards, games
__ cell phone
__ clothes pins
__ compass
__ duct tape
__ fishing gear
__ flashlight
__ frisbee
__ GPS
__ kites
__ knife
__ lantern
__ matches
__ pen & paper
__ rope
__ shower bag
__ sun block
__ tools
__ water filters
__ whistle

those guys r professional campers u & l r a single mom just trying to have fun,

go to a state park get a site with electric close to the restroom with picnic table & grill.
tent to sleep 3, cooler for food, foil to cover grill, charcoal for grill, food, lawn chairs,sleep bags, or comforters for bed, lawn chairs, paper plates, food including marshmallow & graham cracker, Hershey bars. usually have a fire pit can pick up wood cheap. fishing poles, & a book for u so u can watch the boys fish, life vest. dry cloths. that is it. my son loved it we did many times

Just rough it that is what camping is all about. Just the basics.