History: Family Camping 2016

- Note: This list is intentionally extensive. Not every camper will bring every item on every trip.
- In and Around Camp
- Tent (with stakes and guylines) Folding chairs
- Tent footprint Folding table
- Tent-pole repair sleeve Cots
- Sun shade, tarp or screen house Mallet or hammer (for tent stakes)
- Sleeping bags (with optional liners) Headlamps (with extra batteries)
- Sleeping pads/air mattresses Flashlights (with extra batteries, bulbs)
- Pad/mattress repair kit Lanterns (with mantles, if needed)
- Pump for air mattresses Lantern fuel or batteries
- Pillows Water filter or treatment tablets
- Multi-tool or knife Bikes
- Daypacks (see our Day Hiking checklist) Bike trailers
- Trekking poles Inflatable boat with paddles and PFDs
- Child carrier Fishing gear (and license)
- Rolling jogger Canoeing/kayaking gear
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- Clothing and Footwear (If chilly nights are possible, come prepared)
- Moisture-wicking T-shirts Long underwear
- Moisture-wicking underwear Sleepwear
- Quick-drying pants/shorts Insulating jacket or vest
- Long-sleeve shirts (for sun, bugs) Insulated pants
- Sun-shielding hats Gloves or mittens
- Swimsuits Rainwear (jacket and pants)
- Bandanas or buffs Clothesline with clips
- Boots or shoes suited to terrain Water sandals
- Socks (synthetic or wool) In-camp sandals or booties
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- Kitchen (Select according to personal tastes and needs)
- Stove Coolers
- Windscreen Ice
- Fuel Water bottles
- Fuel bottle(s) with fuel funnel Plates, bowls, mixing bowls
- Matches/lighter Mugs/cups
- Charcoal (with fire starter) Measuring cups
- Firewood (if allowed, plus saw or axe) Measuring spoons
- Grill rack Utensils
- Frying pan Paring knife
- Cook pots Spatula
- Pot grabber Whisk
- Dutch oven Kitchen organizer
- Portable coffee/espresso maker Cutting board or cutting surface
- Hot-cold vacuum bottle Funnel
- Hand-crank blender Foil
- Bottle opener/corkscrew Egg holder(s)
- Can opener Biodegradable soap
- Recipes Pot scrubber/sponge(s)
- Marshmallow/wiener roasting sticks Collapsible water container(s)
- Food-storage containers Portable or standing camp sink
- Resealable storage bags Drying rack
- Trash bags Quick-dry towels
- Tablecloth and clips (or tape) ________________________

- Note: This list is intentionally extensive. Not every camper will bring every item on every trip.
Food (for more options, see our Outdoor Kitchen checklist)
Coffee Tea
Cereal/granola/oatmeal Milk (powdered or fresh)
Eggs (freeze-dried or fresh) Cocoa
Breakfast bars Drink mixes
Batter mix Bottled/canned beverages
Syrup Energy food (bars, gels, trail mix)
Butter/margarine Fruit (dried and fresh)
Jelly/jam Vegetables
Bread/bagels Cheese
Meat (fresh and jerky) Crackers/chips
Soup mixes/bouillon cubes Chocolate/sweets
Prepared or freeze-dried meals Marshmallows
Cooking oil/spray Spice kit
Salt/pepper Herbs
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Personal Items (Tip: To more easily locate gear, keep similar items in a single duffel)
Toilet paper First-aid kit (see our First-aid checklist)
Sunscreen Prescription medications
Lip balm Toothbrush, toiletry kit
Insect repellent Cosmetics
Hand sanitizer Brush/comb
Alcohol or antiseptic wipes Eyeshades; earplugs
Spare eyeglasses/contact lenses Biodegradable soap
Mirror Shower water bag
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Other Items
Camera Paperbacks/DVDs or e-Books
Camcorder Notebook and pen/pencil
Memory cards/film Sketchpad with art supplies
Binoculars Radio or music player with headphones
Campsite reservation confirmation Two-way radios
Maps GPS receiver
Guidebook Cell phone
Interpretive field guides (flowers, insects) Travel alarm clock
Star chart/night-sky identifier Umbrella
Pet tent Pet food (with favorite bowl)
Pet bed Pet leash and toys (such as Chuckit!)
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Fun Stuff (Search “games and toys” at REI.com for more ideas)
Playing cards Flying discs
Rolling ice cream maker Puzzles (crosswords, etc.)
Kick-around foot bag Board games
Kites Water toys
Geocaching materials (with GPS receivers) Electronic toys
Paddle ball set Boomerang
Glow sticks __________________ for kids