| Camping can also be a frustrating experience and | | | | _____ Hiking Shoes |
| even a matter of survival when an important piece | | | | _____ Pots/Pans- aluminum pie plates for serving |
| of camping gear is left behind. Imagine sleeping with | | | | _____ Rain/Wind Gear |
| no sleeping bag (It's been left behind before). A | | | | _____ Cooking/ eating utensils/ Drinking Cup |
| checklist serves as a great reminder of what to bring | | | | _____ Insulating Layers: Capilene and/or Fleece |
| and what you really should leave behind. And camping | | | | Down Jacket |
| with a checklist will save you from having to drive to | | | | _____ Camp Suds/Camp towel |
| the nearest store, which could be located dozens of | | | | _____ First Aid Kit |
| miles from your campsite. | | | | _____ Leatherman/multipurpose tool |
| Preparedness: A checklist for "car camping" serves as | | | | _____ Fire Starter Kit |
| a reminder of the necessities and the accessories | | | | _____ Small Pillow Case |
| that you will want to pack for your next camping | | | | _____ Insect Repellent |
| trip. Included are the essentials, or the survival gear | | | | I have included some fun and some added safety |
| that is necessary for your camping excursion . These | | | | products for your nature excursion. These are listed |
| can not be left behind. I also included, in the checklist, | | | | below: |
| camping accessories that are completely optional but | | | | ____ Inflatable Soft Tub |
| will add the wow-factor to your nature experience. | | | | ____ Skyscout |
| Backcountry camping requires a checklist of its own | | | | ____ Binoculars |
| based on minimalist packing and an immense | | | | ____ Altimeter Watch |
| emphasis on the essentials. Packing for the | | | | ____ Bird Guide |
| backcountry means bringing the necessary survival | | | | ____ Waterproof Flashlight |
| gear in addition to your tent and sleeping bag. | | | | ____ Camera |
| Camping Checklist Essentials: | | | | ____ GPS |
| _____ Backpack | | | | ____ Solar Backpack |
| _____ Water filtration system | | | | ____ Katadyn Water Filtration |
| _____ Tent | | | | ____ |
| _____ Topographical Map | | | | ____ Solar Shower Bag |
| _____ Sleeping Bag- down or synthetic | | | | The camping checklists provided here are to serve as |
| _____ Tarp and Rope | | | | a basis to packing for your next camping trip. The |
| _____ Sleeping Pad- lightweight, self-inflating or | | | | included checklists do not include the numerous |
| closed cell | | | | optionals that can be included in your camping travels. |
| _____ Headlamp/Waterproof Flashlight | | | | Please modify and adjust as necessary and enjoy. |
| _____ Stove/Fuel Canister | | | | |