The Forest Wonderer. Wildlife Nature Preservation and Conservation
Wednesday, 11 October 2006
Camping Tips
Topic: Hiking

Camping Equipment
Author: John Morris

One of the best trips you can go on is within your own country
- camping. It does not matter if you have done it a million
times before or if this is your first time. Having the right
camping equipment is crucial to having a great trip in the
wilderness. When you are preparing to go camping, it would be a
smart idea to make a checklist of the necessary items you will
need for your camp out. Being prepared is an important aspect
of being far away from a major town or city.

1. Plan your packing

Packing is the first step to a great camping trip (well,
besides planning). Once you are ready to start packing for your
camping trip, make a list of the items that you want and need to
bring with you. As you pack them, check them off to ensure that
you are not forgetting anything. This is the best system for
remembering everything before you leave your home.

2. Shelter and bedding

Shelter for camping and the bedding you will need for sleeping
is very important to any camper. Make sure that you pack all
your blankets and tents if you are planning an overnight trip.
It is best to have some sort of shelter for sleeping to protect
you from not only the weather, buy to also make you feel more
secure. You need the blankets to keep you cozy and warm at
night.

3. Personal effects

Make sure that you pack all of your personal hygiene items for
you trip. Chances are you will not need makeup or hairspray.
You will however need toilet paper, soap, shampoo, a hair brush
and toothbrush. Bring along a few washcloths and towels to
freshen up in the mornings.

4. Clothing

Make sure that you pack enough clothes for your camping trip.
You will not be able to wash clothes so pack at least one
outfit for everyday. You will need pants, warm shirts, warm
socks, and underwear. Have some rain gear on hand too in case
Mother Nature throws a shower or two at you.

5. Cooking gear for camping

You will need to be able to eat while you are in the woods.
Make sure that you have your grill packed as well as a few
other things. Bring along your cooking utensils, cutting board,
paper plates, cups, silverware, aluminum foil, dish soap and
wash clothes and towels. These are some of the important items
that you will need in the woods. Do not forget the garbage bags
to put your trash in while camping.

6. Survival Gear

Of the most important things to remember, be sure to bring
along your cellular phone if you have one. This can save your
life in the case of an emergency. Always remember to bring
along a first aid kit, sharp outdoor knife, sunscreen and
insect repellent. These are things that you use on a day-to-day
basis and you will defiantly need in the woods. With the right
gear, it is quite possible for you to survive for weeks or more
without any supplies.


About The Author: For more great camping related articles and
resources check out http://mountaineeringhq.info/


Posted by forestwonderer at 12:50 PM EDT

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