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Before you ever go camping, it is a good idea to make a list of supplies you will need. This will help you when you are shopping for them as well as serve as a check list of items you would not have access to once you have reached your camping destination should you forget. To begin, write down all the items you know you’ll need. If you have ever camped before, this will probably be an easy tasks. Perhaps you have even forgotten a few items on past camping trips that you know you’ll never leave behind again.

Begin with the essentials. First you’ll need a living area. If you have a camper, this will be no problem. If you do not, however, you will need to decide what type of tent you will need. This will probably depend heavily on the number of people who will accompany you on your camping trip.

Once you have decided on a living area, you will need to figure your sleeping arrangements. Sleeping bags are very popular and are easy to pack. They also don’t take up much space in a tent. Other options are air mattresses or cots. Though these, too, may pack rather easily, they are not as compact as sleeping bags. Nevertheless, you will need to keep comfort in mind and personal preference will play a big role in making this decision.

Next you will need to consider food. There are many items that are considered nonparrishable and that are easy to pack. They keep for a long period of time and do not need to be refrigerated. Other items such as meats, cheeses and milk will need to be refrigerated. For this you will need an ice chest and, of course, ice. If you are planning a long trip, you may want to bring more nonparrishable foods since the items that require refrigeration may spoil once the ice melts.

Water is absolutely essential. Bring plenty of drinking water with you. You never know when you’ll need it and you can’t always count on good drinking water being available at your camp site. If you plan to do any hiking while on your camping trip, be sure to bring water bottles that will hold your drinking water. You will need to take one along on each hike. You may also need water to use when cooking, so the more you have the better.

Bring plenty of cooking utensils and a grill to cook on. Your camp site may already be equipped with grills, but this is something you will definitely want to research before going on your trip.