Camping Trip Checklist

Packing

•   Backpack
•   Bags - Tent bag, plastic bags, etc.
•   Cardboard boxes if needed
•   Ice or ice packs
•   Fridge / coolbox
•   Bucket

Lighting - Check batteries!

•   Lantern(s)
•   Torch(es)
•   Lighter (as in cigarette)
•   Matches (preferably water proof)
•   Spare batteries and bulbs

Shelter/Bedding

•   TENT!!
•   Sleeping bag
•   Duvet (if you've got room!)
•   Ground Sheet
•   Mattress / pad / SIM
•   Pump for air mattress
•   Pillow
•   Windbreak
•   Mallet to sink tent pegs

Medical

•   Suntan lotion (ever optimistic!)
•   Insect repellent - Spray
•   Aspirin, paracetamol etc
•   Tweezers for splinters and ticks
•   Antiseptic, plasters and bandages
•   First aid kit (may include all the above items)
•   Pocket tissues

Cleaning and Personal Items

•   Soap
•   Flannel
•   Shampoo
•   Toothpaste and toothbrush
•   Comb/hair brush/clips/bands
•   Make-up bag
•   Razor and shaving cream
•   Towel
•   Deodorant
•   Toilet paper (essential)

Cooking

•   Stove with fuel and lighter
•   Newspapers if lighting a campfire
•   Charcoal and grill for BBQ
•   Frying pan
•   Saucepans with lids
•   Can opener
•   Thermos flask
•   Corkscrew / bottle opener

Dishes

•   Plates
•   Bowls
•   Mugs
•   Sharp knife
•   Knives, forks, spoons, teaspoons
•   Dish cloth
•   Tea towel
•   Washing up liquid

Consumables

•   Paper towels
•   Rubbish bags
•   Paper plates, cups, bowls, etc.
•   Plastic knives, forks, spoons
•   Aluminium foil

Miscellaneous

•   Gas bottles for fridge / cooker
•   Carbon monoxide detector
•   Compass and map
•   Safety pins
•   Mobile phone / extra battery and car adapter
•   Camera and spare battery
•   Camcorder and spare battery
•   Books, radio, cards, games, toys
•   Money, credit card, wallet!
•   Guitar
•   Bikes?
•   Binoculars
•   Chairs
•   Travel clock
•   Clothesline and pegs
•   Basic tools (screwdrivers, pliers, etc.)
•   Maps!

Food and Drink

•   Cooking oil
•   Baked beans
•   Crisps / snacks
•   Butter
•   Breakfast - bacon / eggs
•   Tomato sauce
•   Cheese
•   Onions, mushrooms, tomatoes
•   Bread
•   Salt, pepper, spices, sugar
•   Fruit
•   Vegetables
•   Coffee and tea (don't forget SUGAR!)
•   Milk, juice, soft drinks
•   Beer !!! (don't forget this!)
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