Tuesday 9 June 2015

Camping with Kids

Its that time of year again... camping season! Our family absolutely loves camping. So here I've compiled a simple packing list for your camping trip. Have fun!

Sleeping:
- tent
- sleeping bags
- air/foam mattresses
- cots (if desired)
- one pillow per person
- extra blankets
- tarp

Eating:
- one plate and cup per person
- one fork, spoon and knife per person
- coffee press
- pot, pan
- dish bin and soap
- dishcloth and towel
- cutting board and sharp knife
- can opener, cooking utensils, tin foil, corkscrew
- cooler
- ice
- water bottles
- tablecloth
- folding table (if there isn't one already)
- water canteen
- of course, food!

Essentials:
- flash lights
- candles (citronella)
- extra batteries
- matches, lighter
- firestarters, kindling
- camping chairs
- stocked first aid kit
- trash bags
- rope
- hand sanitizer

Toiletries:
- sunscreen (SPF30+)
- bug spray
- shampoo, conditioner and soap
- toothbrushes and toothpaste
- hairbrush, comb and elastics
- deodorant (unscented)
- razor (if desired)
- one towel and facecloth per person
- toilet paper

Clothing:
- shoes (flip flops, hiking shoes)
- sweater
- swim suit
- one outfit per person per day
- one pair pjs for every two nights
- one pair socks per person per day
- one pair undies per person per day
- jacket in case of cool evenings/rain
- sun hat

Kids:
- outdoor toys
- glowsticks
- bubbles
- water toys
- playpen
- folding high chair
- baby carrier
- stroller (all-terrain)
- diaper change station (diapers, wipes, bags, bum cream)
- play tent (to separate playing and sleeping areas)

Pet:
- bed
- leash
- water/food bowls
- food and treats

Other:
- camera
- map of campground
- cash for firewood and snacks
- umbrellas (just in case!)

Click here for camping tips! Some of these are awesome.

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