You asked and we answered! See below for several list links to a Complete Family Camping Packing and shopping list for the essentials for a safe and comfortable camping trip with the Pack.
Many of the items we have listed are those that we already own, have collected over the years, or have purchased to last. While there are certainly lower-cost options, our picks are quality items that will last for YEARS. You can find a comprehensive packing list here including things that you already have at home as well as ones that you may need to pick up. We’ll see you at the campsite!
Complete camping Packing List
- Tent, stakes, and poles (stakes and poles usually come with a tent). Practice once in your backyard so that you know what to do at your campsite. Waterproof spray the tent.
- Tarp or ground cloth
- Nylon rope/paracord
- Sleeping bags.
- Sleeping pads, or air mattresses and air pump.
- Sheets and camping pillows
- Hammer/Axe Combo
- Scout Knife/Multitool
- Flashlights (don’t forget the extra batteries!) and Lantern
- Waterproof Matches
- Mini dustpan and brush
- tie downs, bungee cords
- Campsite Blanket for each camper (optional)
- Camping Chair
- Folding Camp Table (optional)
- Umbrella
- Cell phone and charger/battery (solar, etc)
- Fire starters, newspaper, lighter fluid
- Large water container. You may not find running water at a primitive campsite.
- Individual Water bottles (reusable)
- Coolers and ice
- Coffee/Hot Chocolate Mug
- Reusable Mess Kit
- Paper Towels and Napkins
- Biodegradable soap and scrubber
- Trail Mix and prepared foods
- Trash bags
- Small compact Shovel
- Scout Uniform
- Clothes for each day, socks for both each day and each night (changing socks is essential!)
- Towels
- Pajamas
- Hats
- bandanas
- sunglasses
- Hiking Waterproof boots
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Sunscreen
- Toothbrush, toothpaste
- Comb/brush
- A small mirror
- Deodorant
- Wet wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- TP, just in case!
- First-aid kit
- personal medications
- Bug Spray
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