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Camping is one of the various forms of recreation, a much-needed break from this fast-paced world up close with nature. Being one with nature for a while is one of the best ways to regain your lost energy and get back on track. But camping comes with its own set of rules and necessities.
One of its many forms is primitive camping, which implies camping in the wilderness, in an unprepared campground. Modern-day primitive camping might be just a camp away from essential amenities of electricity and water.
Are you one of those, who is still contemplating primitive camping? Are you excited to camp but don’t know where to start or what to pack?
This is the right time for most adventure lovers to sacrifice a few luxuries and get on with the wild and explore some wilderness. Getting caught up in the wild without preparation is the last thing you want to go wrong in your camping trip (the first thing being you waking up late for the camp!)
There are no convenience stores to buy last-minute essentials in the wilderness, so you need to be prepared from day 1 and pack the right essentials yet carry only the minimals. To assist you with that, here’s a comprehensive list to help you pack just the right things.
1. CLOTHES
The first essential to any trip is clothes. You may not know the climate of the wild you will be camping in because the weather forecast isn’t always accurate. While camping, you may not want to add extra weight with your clothes, so choose lighter clothes and moisture-absorbent ones so you may reuse them as many times as needed.
Other clothes you can bring:
– Lightweight hat, cloak, jackets.
– Waterproof jacket.
– Hiking boots.
– Long pants and long sleeved shirts.
– Woolen socks, sweaters.
– Swimsuit and sunglasses (polarized ones).
– Sandals, shoes, grip slippers.
– Storage compartment cubes.
2. EATING AND DRINKING ESSENTIALS
It is wild, so it is pretty much apparent that the chef in you needs to come to the rescue, and you have to cook your own meals. So make sure you save some space for carrying an almost make-shift kitchen in your bag.
The kitchen essentials include:
– Camping stove and fuel- accommodative for car camping and backpacking
– Cookware utensils
– Reusable water bottles
– Water filter (as water may be sourced from lakes or ponds)
– Lightweight soap and towels
– Cutting board
– Pre-cooked meals as well as freeze-dried camping meals
3. PERSONAL ITEMS
Camping doesn’t mean you don’t get to look good or can’t take care of yourself. Pack your bags with:
– Enough sunscreen and toilet paper
– Lip balm with SPF
– Bug spray and itch relief
– Sanitizer and first aid kit
– Toiletry kit: toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, soap, etc.
– Prescription medications for any of your allergies
– Painkillers
4. NAVIGATIONAL TOOLS
Naturally, you aren’t going to stick to just one camping spot for the entirety of your trip. To travel to multiple camping spots, you need enough tools to guide you and help you have a safe trip. Here are a few essentials for that:
– Portable GPS
– Compass and map (to back your GPS)
– Portable Chargers (to fully charge your devices)
– Pen, pencil, notepads, guidebooks
– Travel lantern, flashlights
– Language books (if you are visiting a different country and need to know the language to ask for directions or help.)
5. CAMP NECESSITIES
A vital part of your camping fiesta is knowing just the right things to pack as camp essentials. Here’s what you will need:
– Tent, with all poles and safety instructions
– Sleeping bags with proper opening and zips
– Travel pillows
– Pocket knife and any other small sharp weapons for cutting and defence purposes
– Mallet or hammer to secure the tent poles
– Sunshade or tarp to add as a roof
– Light air mattress to cover the ground
– Folding chairs and tables
6. ENTERTAINMENT
Camping brings you closer to spending more quality time with your family and friends or even alone; what better way to do it than carry some entertainment along with you.
Maximize your fun with these essentials:
– Camera, binoculars, telescope
– Board games, cards
– Fishing gear
– Bikes with locks
– Marshmallow and s’more ingredients
The type of camping you decide to go to will further expand/contract your list and help you camp safely. Essentials are an integral part of camping, and it is pivotal to know what you need and assess when.
