familycamping

Camping is a great source of enjoyment and fun with family and friends. Before going you have to make sure you are well equipped for your outdoor adventure. Because it's nice to have a comfortable, homey and convenient campsite. Here you can get an important checklist for your family camping.

Easy camping tips

Select a camping date

Select a campground which is suitable for you and your family. Try to leave early in the morning and set up camp before it gets dark.

Preparing the gear

Check once or twice to your checklist to make sure you take all the important things. Check your tent, gear, match or lighter if they are damaged.

Prepare the food

You will have to make food by yourself before leaving. Because your checklist does not include foods. So make a plan for food. Prepare what you can make at home. Cut the vegetables, marinate the meats. Freeze your foods for a long time. Try to select easy items for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Seal your food items in an airtight bag or ziplock bag. Do not forget to bring the necessary utensils.

Invite friends

Camping with kids or alone is great and enjoyable. But if you bring your or kids' friends, it will increase your experience and fun more.

Essential family camping

1.   Tent

2.   Tent rainfly

3.   Tent stakes

4.   Sleeping bags

5.   Sleeping pads or air mattress
6.   Tent footprint
7.   Pillows
8.   Camp chairs
9.   Headlamp, lanterns or flashlight

10. Camping table
11. Tarp,sunshade or screen house( optional)
12. Cots (optional)
13. Hammock( optional)
14. Camp rug (optional)
15. Table cloth (optional)
16. Firewood
17. Sleeping band and cloths liner (optional)

Kitchen item
1.  Matches, lighter
2.  Fuel and stove
3.  Cooking utensils
4.  Frying pan
5.  Sharp knife
6.  Cook pots
7.  Plates or bowls
8.  Eating utensils
9.  Cutting board
10. Mug or cups
11. Cooler
12. Can opener or corkscrew
13. Dishtowel
14. Recycle bin
15. Camp sink
16. Water bottle
17. Ice substitutes
18. Soap
19. Sponge or scrubber
20. Camp grill (optional)
21. Dutch oven(optional)
22. Griddle
23. Grill rack(optional)
24. Ice cream maker( optional)
25. Roasting forks
26. Large plastic bins
27. Charcoal(optional)
28. Portable tea or coffee maker
29. Food storage container(optional)

Footwear and Clothing
1.  Underwear, shorts, pants
2.  T-shirts
3.  Jacket
4.  Long sleeve shirts for preventing bugs bites
5.  Socks
6.  Boots or shoes
7.  Sleeping clothes
8.  Warm hats
9.  Swimsuits
10. Camp sandals or boots
11. Water sandals
12. Bandanas(optional)

Camping in hot weather
1. Tarp, canopy (for shade)
2. Sunblock
3. Bug spray
4. Screen house
5. Beach towels
6. Hand fans (optional)

Camping in cold weather
1. Long underwear
2. Gloves
3. Coats
4. Warm insulated jackets
5. Fleece pants
6. Extra socks
7. Sleeping bags rated for cold temperature
8. Hot drink mixes, thermoses
9. Air activated hand wormers(optional)

Camping in the rain
1. Rainwear
2. Rainboots
3. Umbrellas
4. Extra towels to wipe chair, board, tables

Camping with kids
1.  Safeplace for kids to sleep
2.  Warm blankets for sleeping
3.  Baby monitor
4.  Thermometer or medicines for kids
5.  Baby fence
6.  Toys
7.  Snack containers
8.  Diapers and wipes
9.  Baby backpack
10. Breast pump(optional)

Tools and repair
1.  Duct tape
2.  Extra cord
3.  Multi-tools
4.  Dustpan and small broom
5.  Hammer
6.  Ax or saw
7.  Tent pole repair sleeves
8.  Matress/pad repair kit

Health and first aid
1.  Toothbrush and toothpaste
2.  Hand sanitizer
3.  Toiletry kit
4.  Toilet paper
5.  Menstrual items
6.  Prescribed medicine
7.  First aid kit or supplies
8.  Quick-dry towel
9.  Soap, shampoo, deodorant
10. Sunscreen
11. Sunglass
12. Insect repellent
13. Lotion, lip balm
14. Portable camp shower (optional)
15. Cosmetics(optional)
16. Brush/comb
17. Mirror
18. Antiseptic wipes
19. Urinary products
20. Sanitation trowel( if toilet places are not available)
21. Spare sunglass
22. Earplugs
23. Baby wipes
24. Fire extinguisher

Fun camping materials
1. Binocular
2. Bicycle and helmets
3. Bats, balls or other sports equipment
4. Storybooks
5. Sidewalk chalk
6. Fish catching equipment

Extras
1. Notebook, pen/pencil
2. Music player with headphones
3. Navigation tools
4. Night sky/star chart identification
5. Portable power
6. Dry bags, plastic bins to store items
7. Solar and portable power
8. Mobile and power bank charger
9. Dog gear

Personal
1. Id card
2. Credit card or cash
3. Cell phones