Cool Camping Checklist
So you've used your copy of Cool Camping to plan the perfect getaway, now let us take the stress out of packing. We've created a handy list of camping essentials for you to print out when packing, so that you don't miss out anything important. Whether you're visiting the Outer Hebrides, or going to Glasto, camping prep has never been so easy!
The Cool Camping Essential Checklist (printer-friendly download)
| Essentials | Camping Comfort |
| Tent – doh! | Ear plugs |
| Tent accessories (poles/hooks etc) | Eye mask |
| Sleeping bag/duvet | Insect repellent |
| Air mattress/inflator/ground sheet | Sun cream |
| Pillow | Painkillers |
| Mallet | Tweezers for splinters and other nasties |
| Table/chairs | Antiseptic wipes, plasters and bandages |
| Lanterns, torches & batteries | First aid kit |
| Lighter, matches | |
| Spare batteries and bulbs | Miscellaneous |
| Washbag including toothbrush! | Cash, bank cards |
| Towel | Swiss Army knife |
| Loo roll | Compass and map |
| Marshmallows | Safety pins – always useful |
| Beer/wine | Camera and extra battery |
| Tea, coffee, sugar, milk | Travel clock |
| Books | |
| Cooking Essentials | Frisbee |
| Food (obviously), but take little and buy local | Badminton set |
| Something to cook on; gas burner, BBQ or fire basket | Binoculars |
| Appropriate fuel for above | Clothesline and pegs if away for a while |
| Tin opener | |
| Corkscrew/bottle opener | Extras |
| Eskie & Ice packs | Walking boots |
| Newspapers or kindling for getting a fire going | Flip flops |
| Saucepans, frying pan, lids | Bicycle |
| Thermos | Guitar (but only if you can play more than 1 chord) |
| Plastic bags/bin liners | Candles/citronella torches |
| Cooking oil | A copy of the Cool Camping Cookbook |
| Mugs/cups/glasses | Campfire stories |
| Plates/bowls | Lots of friends |
| Very sharp knife | |
| Tongs | |
| Cutlery | |
| Dish cloth/sponge | |
| Bucket for washing up | |
| Washing-up liquid | |
| Tea towel | |
| Aluminium foil & cling wrap |
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Comments
camping checklist
Cool camping checklist. These are essential camping checklist one should have in order to have a wonderful camping experience. A smart camper knows what are the essentials in a camping trip. Have a happy camping trip.
Essentials List
A Chopping board, is always useful, especially if you have bought a nice local fresh loaf, or have cooked a joint on the BBQ! Get a plastic one to save on weight and space!
Essentials checklist - an addition?
I would add bottles of bubbles for the children.
I have found this such a useful thing to have in my collection when it is really windy and hard to play or when they are wanting attention but you are busy cooking tea or whatever.
A great distraction for squabbling as well!!
Bubbles, a big no no around tents
Don't let children blow bubbles by your tent, if they pop on the tent fabric you may find a damp patch later.
Detergents allow water to penetrate grease and muck so it can be washed away. If detergents on to your tent it will do the same thing and let water in.
camping essentials
thanks for this comprehensive list but sadly, I cant see anything relating to solar power....you know cutting out the need for all those extra batteries by remembering your mini solar panel....well yes I know sunshine is often in short supply but aren't we campers and therefore optimists?!
cheers
bev willis