Personal camping items
When we go camping, it’s important to think about everything we might need — but without overdoing it, after all, we don’t want to carry a lot of weight and make the trip uncomfortable, right?
In fact, it’s not such a simple task. So, before hitting the road and  setting up the tent , let’s start by thinking together about personal use items, from installation to personal care.
to install
Installation is one of the most important parts of camping, as it defines how your experience will be: pleasant or uncomfortable. Leaving out some essential items, such as thermal insulation or pillows, for example, can greatly damage your camp.
That’s why we started our camping checklist with the  obvious , as there is always one detail or another that can be forgotten:
- a  tent  suitable for the number of people who will camp;
- lining or  thermal insulation , to extend under the tent and protect it from humidity;
- awning to stretch above the tent and provide protection from the sun and  rain ;
- inflatable mattress and air pump;
- sleeping bag, to keep warm on the coldest nights;
- pillows or pillows, for sleeping or sitting on the floor;
- blankets, essential for protecting outdoors from the cold;
- old newspapers, which have a thousand and one uses (from protecting against soil moisture to helping to light a fire).
to walk
It is not difficult to find campers who take advantage of contact with nature to go hiking, trekking, long walks and other sports that involve large movements. For this reason, the clothes to be used and the necessary accessories are extremely important and must be comfortable, above all.
When packing your bags, keep the camping checklist close by to consult and revise whenever necessary. Below, you can check the items that need to be taken:
- a good pair of sneakers, which should be light, resistant and suitable for walking or  trekking ;
- a pair of slippers;
- underwear;
- thick socks;
- raincoat;
- walking stick, which helps maintain balance on ups and downs and relieves pressure on your knees;
- pajamas or comfortable sleeping clothes;
- bathing suits (bikini, swimsuit, swim trunks) for bathing and swimming;
If your experience takes place in the summer or spring, the following items must be included in your checklist:
- shorts ;
- shirts;
- regattas;
- shorts.
Now, if your camp takes place during the fall or  winter , the ideal is to bring items such as:
- long pants;
- second skin;
- long-sleeved shirts;
- coats and jackets;
- gloves;
- Beanies;
- scarves.
for personal care
No matter how many days you plan to camp or where you go, medicines, personal care supplies and first aid items are indispensable to staying healthy and safe.
After all, prevention is the best medicine and nobody wants the fun to end sooner than planned because of an unforeseen event, right? So don’t forget to put in your backpack:
- first aid kit , containing:
- disposable gloves;
- bandages;
- pointless scissors;
- thermometer;
- dressings in different sizes and shapes;
- adhesive tape;
- micropore tape;
- thermal blanket;
- clamp;
- cotton swabs;
- saline solution;
- antiseptic;
- over-the-counter medications (but remember that it is important to be cautious when self-medicating or offering medication to other people. Ideally, seek medical advice on which medications can be used in these conditions):
- antipyretic;
- antiallergic;
- anti-inflammatory;
- antacid;
- muscle relaxant;
- medicines for personal and regular use;
- personal care items:
- shampoo;
- conditioner;
- soap;
- deodorant;
- toilet paper;
- sanitary seats or protectors;
- razor blade;
- wet wipes (help in hand and body hygiene);
- absorbents;
- sunscreen (with SPF suitable for your skin type, which should be reapplied every 2 hours);
- insect repellent (which must also be reapplied periodically);
- Toothbrush;
- toothpaste;
- floss;
- bath towel;
- face towel;
- cloth diaper or soft towel.
items for children
Camping with children is a completely different experience, providing them with adventure and encouraging contact with nature. In these cases, however, it is necessary to be extra careful with the items that will be taken, so that the whole group – and especially the child – has an excellent experience.
So as not to leave anything out, check out everything you need to include in your backpack if a child is on your camping team:
- clothing for cold and heat, regardless of the season, such as t-shirts, tank tops, long-sleeved blouses, shorts, pants and shorts;
- blankets for the night (if it’s summer or spring, opt for thinner models);
- suitable foods, such as baby food, especially if you are a small child;
- shoes for walking;
- tennis for nature walks;
- slipper;
- waterproof boot;
- raincoat;
- cap or hat, preferably with sun protection;
- medicines with infant dosages, especially those that the child is already used to taking;
- children’s sunscreen;
- children’s sun repellent;
- toys for the quieter days;
- swimwear such as bikinis, swim trunks, shorts and bathing suits;
- comfortable underwear;
- pajamas;
- diapers for small children;
- original and up-to-date identification documents;
- bottle for water and juice;
- whistle for emergencies;
- jackets for protection in more extreme sports.
community items
Currently, many people choose to carry out group camps, gathering friends and family to share unique moments among nature. If your experience involves this idea, you need to consider some community items to ensure everyone is involved in the activities.
Thus, this part of the list can be shared with your group — even so that each one’s luggage does not exceed the limits of common sense. These are necessary and important items that will certainly make a difference to the comfort and tranquility of campers. Take a look!
For cooking
In this sense, it is essential to include in the camping checklist equipment and products to clean the place, since cooking in nature demands extra attention to hygiene. So, don’t forget to bring:
- stove and gas canister (these items are sold in specialized camping stores);
- kitchen utensils, avoiding exaggeration:
- forks;
- knives;
- spoons;
- pots or pans (preferably teflon, which prevents the food from sticking and is easier to clean);
- skewers or grills;
- cups;
- lighter and a box of matches, both of which are good to have, to have different options;
- kitchen paraphernalia:
- can opener;
- bottle opener ;
- corkscrew;
- coffee strainer;
- bottles to carry water during the tours;
- Thermal bag;
- camping table and chairs or benches;
- cleaning accessories:
- trash bags;
- sponge and dish soap;
- dish towel.
To eat
Eating well is also often a challenge on camping trips. With few resources and numerous restrictions, it takes creativity and common sense to define what to bring. Perishable foods, for example, can cause food poisoning and disrupt the adventure.
So, for your safety, give preference to the  foods  below:
- water ;
- various fruits:
- Apple;
- banana;
- grape;
- pineapple;
- avocado;
- plum;
- pear;
- lemon;
- vegetables that can be eaten without cooking:
- carrot;
- cucumber;
- beet;
- freeze-dried foods, which do not need refrigeration and are preserved longer;
- semi-prepared foods:
- soups;
- instant noodles;
- breaded;
- bagged rice;
- mixtures for purees;
- instant coffee;
- powdered milk;
- ready-to-eat and canned foods:
- canned beans;
- chickpea;
- Lentil;
- corn;
- pea;
- Palm heart;
- olive;
- minced garlic with salt;
- ready-to-eat foods:
- sweet and savory cookies;
- toast;
- breads;
- bagged parmesan cheese;
- cereal bars;
- oilseeds (chestnuts, walnuts, almonds);
- chocolate (in small portions);
- dried and dehydrated fruits;
- granola (sweet or salty);
- some types of inlaid.
You may have already noticed that there are many details that cannot be forgotten to spend a weekend or several days in contact with nature. With the help of this camping checklist, everything will be easier, more enjoyable and stress-free.