Published Feb 11, 2019by d.light

Must Have Items for Camping [Infographic]

Must Have Items for Camping - Infographic

In today’s connected world has rendered people of all ages stuck indoors focused on their electronic devices. Life becomes too stressful.

Camping provides a momentary escape from the stresses of life.  Immersing oneself in the outdoors helps people get a change of scenery, connect with nature, and enjoy new experiences.

While you’re venturing outdoors, stock up on essential pieces of equipment because having the proper gear ensures a fun and safe camping trip.

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First Aid Kit

Camping trips break away from civilization. While it can be relaxing to be far away from light pollution or city noises, it also means limited access to medical supplies in case of emergencies.

First aid kits are one of the many essential supplies to take camping because there is always the possibility of injuries such as burns, cuts, scratches or bumps. Bringing along a first aid kit ensures emergency preparedness for you and the group! A first aid kit will make it easier to cope with most minor accidents and delay significant emergencies.

When compiling your first aid kit, you will want to include things such as:

  • Bandages, gauze pads, first aid tape, bandage wrap, scissors, tweezers, and antibiotic cream
  • Antiseptic for cuts, scrapes, or burns
  • Prescription and allergy medications
  • Sunscreen
  • Antihistamine cream and Hydrocortisone
  • Mosquito and bug repellent

Pack of Matches

Whether it’s to start a campfire on a chilly night, cooking food, or lighting your bug repellant candles, starting a fire is essential. Unless you’re a seasoned camper or stranded, making a fire can seem like a daunting, and unnecessary task.

Matches make building fires easier, and they’re convenient to carry. There are also matches that are packed in recycled material and have less of an environmental impact compared to plastic lighters.

However, camping also comes with a couple of inconveniences. Your matches could end up getting wet which would make it nearly impossible to start a fire. Ensure to keep matches dry or buy waterproof matches.

Tent and Sleeping Bag

Setting up shelter is one of the first tasks to do once you reach your campsite. A camping tent protects from the elements and insects as well as much-needed privacy. As there are many features from picking a tent, assess the conditions where it will be used and the sleeping capacity. Tents come in sizes fit to house one adult to an entire family.

A sleeping bag or camping blanket will be able to provide warmth and comfort as campers sleep outdoors. Make sure to pack for the weather conditions by looking at the temperature rating, type of insulation, weight, and shape.

Rope

Rope can come in handy in a surprisingly large number of ways and is guaranteed to make camping more convenient especially if you can tie a variety of knots.

Combine a rope and any old tarp can easily create a shelter. Directly tie the line between two sturdy objects that are at the desired roof level and lay the tarp over it, then put rocks at the point where the tarp meets the ground to secure the bottom and keep the makeshift shelter taut.

For campers who plan to stay on the campsite for an extended period, washing clothes at least once provide a more comfortable, less smelly experience. A rope can be tied to both ends of tree trunks or branches to serve as a clothesline for wet garments.

It can also serve as a towing device when there’s a need to move something heavy or pull people out of a tight situation on a hike or a swim. A sturdy rope can help get much more force to pull the object in the direction that needs to be move.

Tarps

Tarps are one of the few pieces of camping equipment that are versatile. It’s a useful tool when you need to protect the bottom of your tent or build another shelter at your campsite. It can also be used to keep off rain or limit sun exposure on places of your encampment such as the cooking, eating, or lounging area.  Tarps even barely take up a considerable amount of space in camping bags.

Multipurpose Knife

Camping includes various activities that might require different tools such as cutting a rope, opening a can, or filleting a fish. A Multipurpose Knife or a Swiss Army Knife provides a variety of camping essentials such as a knife, corkscrew, pliers, small scissors and more in an easy to pack compact size.

No matter what outdoor activity needs to be done, a Swiss Army Knife will be able to assist with any camp activities, to make them a little bit easier. This tool would also take up almost no space in your bags, so you’d be able to enjoy the trip without having to carry a heavy backpack.

Alternate Weather Wear

Weather can be unpredictable; the weather forecast might predict a sunny day with no rain only to spend the whole day soaked and huddling around the campfire.

There is no telling when the weather will take a turn, so it’s better to be ready for sudden weather changes. Bring an extra set of clothes, an extra layer for a cold front, or a lightweight waterproof jacket.

Solar Lanterns

Remote campsites without any power can be challenging if you plan to stay up past dark. Whether you’re reading, sneaking a midnight snack, or stumbling to the bathroom, a light source is essential for a more comfortable stay at night.

A battery powered lantern is sufficient to last a few hours into the night, or you can be environmentally friendly by utilizing a solar powered lantern.

Solar powered camping lanterns can recharge its batteries in the morning and enjoy its light at night. It’s a sustainable and natural way to reduce one-time use batteries.

Some might believe that solar lanterns aren’t suitable for camping as they used to be big, bulky, and unreliable. However, many lanterns are now designed to be portable enough to be moved as quickly as a flashlight and can be kept anywhere without worrying about space. Once your camping trip ends, throw them into your emergency preparedness kits and ready for use when the power goes out in your neighborhood.

Make your camping brighter by finding solar-powered lanterns that are portable and built to last. Dlight is dedicated to providing the most reliable, affordable and accessible solar lighting and power systems. Visit our website today at www.dlight.com to learn more.

 

Sources:

  • https://www.reserveamerica.com/outdoors/must-bring-camping-essentials.htm
  • https://www.travellers-autobarn.co.nz/blog/10-must-have-items-for-camping/