Camping Gear Checklist – Camping Gadgets & Gear
Due to the recent major changes in the travel scene, trip plans have been drastically reduced, with a greater emphasis on local travel. When it comes to local travel, I usually consider going off the grid for a time and heading into nature to rest, rejuvenate, and reconnect with nature, and camping is the finest way to do so.
What’s the point of camping? The nice thing about camping is that no matter where you live on this crazy world, there is a great area to get away from it all within hours of where you live.
However, if you’ve never tented before or are thinking of dusting off the camping gear that’s been lying in storage for a few years, it’s vital to have all of the camping basics covered to have a fantastic camping vacation.
Are you ready to venture outside and enjoy the beautiful outdoors? Here is my ideal camping essentials list, which every camper should stick to in order to make any camping trip the most satisfying and rejuvenating yet.
Camping Gear Essentials List - For The Best Camping Adventures Yet!
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My Current Camping Setup
My camping scenario at this time is for two people: my wife and me. However, the camping equipment recommendations in this checklist blog post are for more than two people.
Now, the tent I use for the majority of my camping trips is a six-person tent, which is ideal for when you need to get out of the rain while still being able to dine inside if necessary. Keep in mind that if a 6 person tent is too big for you, I have some additional tent choices for camping settings.
Also, most of my camping vacations run about two nights, but they can continue up to five nights if I find the right camping escape. While this list may not include everything you’ll need if you’re camping for an extended amount of time, it does include nearly everything you’ll need to get started on your camping trip.
Camping - Cooking
When it comes to packing food for your camping vacations, it’s critical to avoid underpacking or overpacking.
Why? For one thing, you never know where the closest grocery shop is near your campsite to restock your supplies. Two, when you overpack, you don’t want food to go to waste. Nobody loves wasting money these days, especially with the rising cost of food.
The Jetboil MiniMo and the Cobb Grill are the camping equipment I bring with me for cooking during my camping outings.
Why? When I just need to boil water quickly for a quick bowl of soup on a cold evening, I use the Jetboil Mini Mo. Does anyone enjoy waiting for water to boil when it’s freezing outside? That’s why I’m such a fan of my Jetboil!
The Cobb grill is ideal for everything from a modest meal to a large two-person meal when it’s a good warm summer evening and I’m willing to take my time cooking.
My Stovetop Setup for 1-2 people:
- Jetboil Mini Mo: An easy-to-transport burner.
- Jetboil Pot Support: Support attaches to most Jetboil burners to accommodate Jetboil’s skillet.
- Jetboil Jetpower Fuel: To Get The Fire Started
My Stovetop Setup for 3+ people:
- Jetboil Genesis Base Camp: Jetboil’s dual-burner design functions as a standalone stove or couples with other Jetlink-compatible stoves or a Luna satellite burner to create an outdoor cooking range.
- Jetboil Jetpower Fuel for Jetboil Camping Stoves: A larger fuel container so you never have to worry about being low on fuel.
Coal Cooking Set Up for everyone:
- Cobb Kitchen in a Box: A coal BBQ taken to a new level.
- Cobb Coal: Unique CobbleStones that are sustainable and renewable resources made from coconut husks. They are lightweight and super-efficient while giving you the convenience to start cooking within 5 minutes of lighting.
- Large Bamboo Cutting Board: Antimicrobial cutting board that is safe with antibacterial properties.
Coffee Setup
I adore coffee, and it’s difficult for me to get through the day without a couple of cups. The best part about camping is that you won’t have to worry about drinking freeze-dried coffee while you’re out there.
I have a variety of coffee machines for brewing coffee when camping, and here are just a few of them for you to consider.
- Stainless Steel French Press: This is coffee in its purest form
- Steel Pour Over Cone Coffee Dripper: Easy to pack option
- Portable Espresso Machine: Manual Espresso Maker to give you the rich espresso taste with a thick layer of crema just like the ones you can get from a real Italian cafe.
Camping - Cutlery and Dish-ware
When camping, you should always consider durability and the ease with which you can transport all of your camping gear. Over the years, I’ve broken a lot of plates and bent a lot of utensils, and I’ve learned my lesson.
Here is a list of cutlery and dishware ideas for your camping gear that will be around for a long time:
- Kitchen Utensils Set: Everything in one nice package that can be carried along with you every time you camp. No camping gear is complete without a reliable kitchen utensil set.
- Topbooc Travel Camping Cutlery Set: Compact kit for campers who love to hike to camp.
- Plates x2: BPA-free and indestructible.
- Bowls x 2: BPA-free and indestructible
- Classic Vacuum Growler: Vacuum insulated body and foam insulated lid keep drinks(Beer/Cider) cold 24 hours
- Stainless Steel Wine Glass w/ Lids: Add some class to your camping by sipping on a nice fine wine out of glass instead of plastic cups.
- Grill Tongs: These come in handy for all types of cooking.
- Expandable Marshmallow Sticks: Camping gear isn’t complete without a set of sticks to roast marshmallows and hotdogs with.
Camping - Cleaning
You must clean up after yourself, just as you would at home. However, if you forget to clean up after yourself when camping, you may attract some unwanted furry visitors.
Here are some camping gear cleaning essentials you should pack for every camping adventure:
- Sierra Dawn Campsuds: Use as a biodegradable bath soap and shampoo, to wash and spot-clean clothes and to clean anything washable. (for dishes, surfaces + clothes)
- Kitchen Sink: You will need to wash dishes somewhere.
- Drying Mats: Great laying dishes out to dry
- Bamboo Fiber Dish Cleaning Cloth (for surfaces/dishes)
- Dishwashing Scrub Sheets (for deep cleaning)
- Dustpan + Brush
Extra Camping Gear Kitchen Items
If you will be using a picnic table at a campsite for eating and setting up you should pack the following kitchen camping gear items:
- Compostable Tablecloth: Good for those campers not wanting to bring a used tablecloth home after camping.
- Re-usable Tablecloth: Perfect for having when you are a true camper.
- Tablecloth Clips
- Fly Fan: Perfect alternative to smelly candles and sprays
- Food Tents
- Aluminum Foil
- Reusable Storage Bags
- 2-3 Storage Containers
- Mixing Bowl Set (for meal prep + serving)
- Compostable Trash Bags for Food Scraps
Cool Storage for Food:
- Alipicool Fridge: You will need a power supply from the campsite, or a generator to run this. Don’t use your vehicle’s battery as it will drain it faster than a boy band’s career.
- Insulated Collapsible Cooler Bag: If you are camping for just a few nights, and can cool your food items with ice or freezer packs, then this is a great way to keep your food cool.
Camping Furniture
If you plan on camping for more than a few days, a couple of portable chairs and a two-person tent will suffice.
If you’re planning a camping trip that will last more than a few days, or if you want to make camping a regular summer activity, you should invest in some high-quality camping gear that will last for years.
Tent Setup Suggestion:
- 2-Person Tent
- 4-Person Tent
- Sleeping Bag
- 2-Person Sleeping Bag: Just like being at home
- Self Inflating Camping Pad: Sleep like a baby on the 2.2-inch-thick camping mat.
- Camping Pillow (x2)
Chairs:
When it comes to camping chairs, always make sure you have sturdy collapsible chairs that come with carrying bags so they are easy to pack.
Below are two types of chairs I love bringing with me when I pack.
Collapsible (Space-Saving):
- King Kong Camp Chair (x2): Comes with a shoulder bag
Recliner (Great for chilling out on):
- Zero Gravity Chair (x2): Like floating on air!
Tables:
If you’re staying at a campsite with wooden picnic tables on the grounds, you can use them to eat.
However, you may wish to add some glamping style to your camping gear from time to time. I always bring a few foldable camping tables with me if I’m going camping for more than a few days.
Here are some suggestions on camping tables to bring your camping gear to a new level.
Camp Kitchen Systems:
Instead of constantly putting stuff in and out of your vehicle, and then rummaging through it each time to find kitchen items, then you should think about a kitchen system for camping:
- Foldable System: Designed with 3 shelves for different storage functions.
Camping Gear Storage and Organization
Having a camping gear storage solution allows you to keep all of your camping gear organized at home or when camping.
If you like to camp and are a camping enthusiast, having everything organized makes packing a breeze.
Here are some storage and organization suggestions to add to your camping gear.
- Rubbermaid ActionPacker️ 35 Gal Lockable Storage Bin – Weather-resistant that can withstand the elements, indoors and out
- CleverMade 46L Collapsible Storage Bins with Lids – Rugged, all-purpose, collapsible & stackable plastic storage crate with lid. Perfect for storing food, and collapsing when empty.
- Sterilite 40 Gallon/151 Liter Wheeled Industrial Tote – perfect for storing camping equipment
- Reusable Zip Ties: There are multiple uses for zip ties when camping. I love using them for hanging camping gear items like lights and rain tarps.
Bath And Toiletry Items For Camping
Isn’t it true that the main goal of camping is to enjoy the outdoors and smell like nature? You can get away without showering for days if you’re camping alone, but if you’re camping with a group, it might not fly after two days.
Showering when camping might be difficult at times, so how can I stay clean and fresh while camping?
Here are some great hygienic products I like packing with me in my camping gear to stay clean.
- Biodegradable Wipes: These are great for when you are on a 4-day camping trip with no running water for showers or toilets. They work amazing when you’re covered in days of SPF, bug spray, campfire ash, sweat, etc.!
- Eco-Friendly Toilet Paper: TP is tough to come by when camping. And if you do have a campsite that has TP, do you really want to use it?
- Bath Towels: I like using the Rainleaf Microfiber Towel for camping because of its soft suede-like feel on the skin and face, plus it will absorb water 5 times more than its’ weight but dry fast.
- Biodegradable Body Wash: If you do have the opportunity to shower, I love packing this concentrated body wash that is biodegradable so it’s easy to pack.
- Solid Shampoo Bar And Conditioner – I like Shampoo bars because of their compact size which makes them a perfect choice for travel, and helps you take good care of your hair while being 100% waste-free!
Camping Gear Lighting / Gadgets
Lighting options are another essential addition to your camping kit. If you’re only planning on camping for a few days, several simple solar lamps will suffice.
If you’re camping for a longer amount of time and want your campground to have a backyard vibe, here are some lighting alternatives for your camping gear.
Lighting:
- Solar Lanterns (x4)
- Compact Gas Lantern + Tall Fuel Canisters
- Solar Large String Lights (x2)
- Solar Copper Wire Fairy Lights (2 pack)
Camp Gadgets:
- Hanging Fan: If you are camping in the hot summer months and need to sleep comfortably, having a hanging fan in a tent makes all the difference in the world.
Solar Power
- Solar Panel Suitcase: A convenient and portable power solution for your charging needs.
Camping Games
There are many ways to be entertained while camping.
If you live near a lake or mountain, you can spend the day hiking or swimming, but if you’re searching for something different to do, here are some terrific ideas:
- Hasbro Family Pack – This is a great option for families as it has 4 great games that are portable for traveling. Games included are Monopoly, Clue, Hungry Hippos, and Connect 4.
- Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker – An all weather companion that takes the party everywhere.
- Portable Cornhole Toss Game Set
Summary
If you’re planning on camping this summer or any other season, I hope my ultimate camping gear guide can assist you in being more prepared.
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