| Having the right camping equipment will make | | | | also available and can range from $50 to |
| your outdoor experience safer and more fun. | | | | $200. These are affordable ways to make |
| The more often you camp, the more you may | | | | cooking more convenient and give you more |
| want to invest in nicer equipment and | | | | options. Coolers are useful to keep |
| supplies. Some of these items will make your | | | | perishable items from spoiling. There are |
| camping trip more convenient and more | | | | also mini refrigerators available. |
| comfortable. Shop on the Internet and at | | | | |
| local sporting goods stores to research | | | | Safety |
| prices and available pieces. | | | | |
| | | | Survival and first aid kits are essential |
| Shelter | | | | supplies for every camper. They can help save |
| | | | lives and tend to minor ailments. Ensure you |
| Tents are the traditional means of sheltering | | | | always have a fully stocked survival and |
| from the environment when camping. There are | | | | first aid kit available. These should include |
| many styles available with various features. | | | | items for bandaging, pain relief, insect |
| Your budget and needs will determine which | | | | bites and topical antibiotics. Survival kits |
| one is right for you. Tents can range from | | | | should include items for warmth, light, food |
| $100 to more than $500. Use of tarps and | | | | and water. You can purchase pre-made kits or |
| padding can help with waterproofing and | | | | make a checklist and purchase individual |
| comfort. | | | | items. |
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| Sleeping | | | | Fun |
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| Sleeping bags are a minimum requirement for | | | | Camping guides and books are useful to bring |
| keeping warm and comfortable while sleeping. | | | | to help identify wildlife and to give tips |
| However there are other sleeping options and | | | | while outdoors. They can also include recipes |
| accessories that can make sleeping more | | | | and ideas for fun. Kayaks can be a fun way to |
| comfortable. Quality sleeping bags start at | | | | enjoy the water and many are available in |
| approximately $50.00 and can go up depending | | | | inflatable models, making them lightweight. |
| on features. Adding a sleeping mat and | | | | Binoculars can help look for wildlife and |
| sleeping pillow that are waterproof can also | | | | nature. Toys like Frisbees and footballs can |
| enhance comfort. | | | | provide entertainment while outdoors. |
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| Cooking | | | | After deciding where you will camp, make a |
| | | | list of activities you want to engage in. |
| Campfire cooking can be a fun way to eat | | | | Then, compile a checklist of all supplies and |
| meals but if you want a bit more flexibility | | | | gear needed to ensure you will have a safe |
| there are many tools available. Hibachi style | | | | and fun trip. Make sure to go through the |
| portable grills can give you a means of | | | | list so nothing is missed. This will ensure |
| grilling meats, heating sauces, and | | | | you have everything needed for an enjoyable |
| vegetables without having to build a fire on | | | | camping vacation. |
| the ground. Gas powered portable stoves are | | | | |