ive only got a tent ive never been b4 wot do l nee to take?

a lot of things

take a rock and beat your self to death

camera
shoes
clothes
toilet things
pillow
sleep bag

A tent, sleeping bag, roll mat/blow up bed, gas camping stove, tinned food, waterproof clothing.

you can find everything here: http://campgrounds-by-city.com/camping-checklist.php

Some of the basics include:

Matches/lighter
Rope/bungee cords
Knife/hatchet
Flashlights
Sunscreen/Bug dope
Garbage bags/Ziploc bags/paper towels/tin foil
Tarps/Rain gear
Compass/GPS
Batteries
Cell phone
Water jugg
Food
Fry pan/soup pot/spatula
Can opener/utensils
Plates/cups
Bucket/dish soap/sponge

One 'luxury' l always bring is my SIRIUS portable boombox

http://camping.about.com/od/campingforbeginners/Advice_for_Beginners.htm
http://lovetheoutdoors.com/camping/Checklists.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

Well, you will be very cold in your tent without a sleeping bag - or at least a blanket. It gets very cold at night you know, even during the summer. l would also take a paraffin lamp, as it is better than a torch. Something like this: http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd33/Murderdogs/101_0568.jpg?t=1219501377

Here is a link to help with all camping needs. Some of these items you will never need others you will be hard pressed to be without. Read this list and make your own decisions..basic of all basics are knife, waterproof matches,tent,sleeping bag, and bug spray.

My answer to u is go shopping there is a lot of things u need.Ill give u a few things.

tent
sleeping bags
stove
lamp
pots
and pans
dishes
cups
silverware
utensil is for cooking
we put our tent on a tarp for the water not to get in our tent
Make sure u put a sealer on the seams of ur tent so if it does rain it keeps the rain out.
Ice chest
l always bring plastic bags
toilet paper
water jug large size
soap for dishes
l told u there wasa lot & there is more.

A helpful tip, is to swing by a camping store & get some seam sealer, like kiwi camp dry & treat ur tent at least several days before u go. This will also let u learn how to set up ur tent & become familiar with it, before u learn that the sun likes to set on campers just before they get their tent up. lol. If u use a ground cover under ur tent, a big mistake newbies do is leave it sticking out from the sides. You should not be able to see the groundcloth at all. Find a scout troop by calling ur local office, They would love to share good sound advice, & offer suggestions on where good places to camp r located.