For kids going camping and getting away from the city noise, hustle and bustle is an ultimate adventure. When planning your family camping trip you want to make sure that you have planned all the camping hiking equipment that you will need in order to make your experience a safe and fun trip.
Before you leave...
If your children are very young then you may want to select a tent that will allow all of your sleep comfortably. However, if your children are older, then they may have more fun by having the independence of their own pup tent.
If it is your first camping trip then you may want to practice putting up your tent in the back yard of your home before you go. If you have older children allow them to have fun helping you practice.
Picking a campsite...
You have a couple of choices, either a campsite that is close to amenities or one that is more of a "roughing it" environment.
If you are planning on going some place close to home you may be able to just check with your local chamber of commerce to find a good camping site.
You can always go online and usually find very comprehensive information on the various campsite areas.
Knowing whether or not you are going to "rough it" or not will help you plan the camping hiking equipment that you will need for your trip.
Make a checklist...
To make sure you don't forget anything for your camping trip start making a checklist a few weeks before you plan to leave.
Here are some items that you may need:
Cooking gear - frying pan, plastic bucket, grill or stove, pots
Cooking utensils
Ziploc bags
Canned goods that will be easy to just warm for lunch or dinner
If you plan on having a campfire, consider marshmallows and hot dogs
Coffee pot
Cooler with block of ice
Can opener
Bottled Water
Hot water kettle
Paper plates and disposable utensils
Here are some clothing items to consider depending on your climate area:
Light layers for the day
Sweaters and jackets for the evenings
Extra socks
Hats and Gloves
If planning hiking then don't forget the hiking boots
Other items you may need....
Cell Phone for emergency only (the idea is to get away from normal daily life)
Garbage Bags
Flashlights
Insect Repellent
Games For Kids
Rainwear
Map of the Area
Toiletries
Sun Screen
Ointments
Matches or Fire Starters
Sleeping bags or air mattress beds
First Aid Kit
To get other ideas for your checklist visit some of the camping websites where they usually have a wealth of information about camping trips.
Hopefully this has helped you prepare for your family camping trip with some thought provoking ideas about the camping hiking equipment that you will need.
Enjoy your camping trip and have fun with your family.
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