Basic Camping Needs

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There are several basic camping essentials that all campers need to ensure a safe, comfortable and enjoyable trip.

  1. Something to sleep in (tent, cabin, RV)
  2. Sleeping bags or blankets and a pillow
  3. Food and drinking water
  4. Matches/Lighters
  5. A flashlight
  6. A first aid kit.
  7. A hammer or small hatchet
  8. Cookware, dinnerware, and utensils
  9. Personal items