Top 10 items beginners forget when camping

12/02/2021 By: Jia Zhang

You can't turn back now. Driving all the way to your camping spot and remembering you forgot something is the ultimate mood damper. That and stepping into a puddle of mud without your rainboots. Don't be me and make sure you're decked to the brim with the best camping gear possible when trying to survive in the wild.

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1. Tarps

You should have a tarp for underneath your tent, on the grass for comfort, blocking sunlight, and you should have extras laying around. You never know when you need something as a wall or barrier. Tarps are inexpensive and don't take up too much space. Don't be afraid to be the camper who brings extra tarps.

2. Toilet paper

Even if your camping in a place with public restrooms or porta potties you never know when there is going to be toilet paper. If anything you should just assume their isn't any.

3. Zip ties

Great for tying shade up, typing tarps above for rain protection.

4. Sunblock

Even if there isn't any sun. If you are going to be outside all day it's best to cover your skin from the UV rays.

5. Waterproof Shoes

If your like me and hate it when your socks get wet this is a must.

6. Rain Poncho

Get the cheap plastic ones. Those actually work the best. Plastic is the best for rain protection.

7. Trash bags

Make sure to leave the area like it was before and to pick up your trash and recyclables.

8. Cooking tools

Including utensils. Make sure you plan out what you are going to cook so you know what you need to bring. I like having a set of pots and pans that I only use for camping.

9. Hydration backpack

Having water at the tip of your fingers is always a must! Also they make a great water reservoir.

10. Shelter

Whether it be your car, a tent, or simply a hammock with a bug net or rainfly.