What Are The Major Accessories I Will Need For Camping Besides A Tent And Air Mattress? I am a first time camper, yea I know it is sad but I have just purchased my coleman tent and air mattress and I was just wondering what other esential camping accessories I will need? Also, any camping tips would be most helpful! Thanks
My hubby and I just started tent camping with friends two years ago, and it took us a while to figure out everything we needed (btw, good start getting an air mattress!). Oh, and don’t forget to waterproof your tent BEFORE the trip with waterproofing spray sold at sporting goods stores!
Here’s my abbreviated packing list. You have some items already (obviously), but I’ve highlighted items you might still need to purchase:
SHELTER:
-Tent
-Tarp to Go Under Tent (should be the same size as tent base, not much bigger or you’ll have to fold it under. This keeps the tent bottom dry, and you don’t want rain collecting on the tarp and rolling under!)
-Air mattress
-Air mattress pump
-Sleeping Bags / Pillows
-Extra Blankets (1 per person in case of chilly weather)
-Beach Towel (for when you track mud all over your tent)
-Lantern (battery-operated) to hang in tent
-Foldable Chairs / Lawn Chairs (to sit around fire)
-Rope or Line to hang items to dry on – like wet towels
FOOD:
-Hand Axe (to chop fire wood)
-Long-reach lighters
-Fire-starting kindling twigs (buy them from camping supply stores – they’re wood chips soaked in some fire-starting chemical)
-Pie Irons (to cook food in over the fire – these are ESSENTIAL!)
-Campfire Fork (to roast weiners, marshmallows on)
-Food (should include basics like eggs, bread, peanut butter, deli meats, cheese, butter, hot dogs, s’mores makings, pop, juice, tea, coffee, ketchup, mustard, brownie mix, pizza sauce, pepperoni, potatoes, oatmeal, beef stew, trail snacks, chips, popcorn, etc.)
-Campfire Cooking Pot
-LARGE Cooler with ice
-Egg Holder Storage Case (designed for camping trips)
-Plastic Utensils, Cups, Paper Plates
-Garbage Bags
-Giant Ziploc Bags (to place singed pie irons in when packing to come home)
-Sharp Knife
-Rubbermaid Tote to wash dishes in
-Dish Soap
-5-6 Dish Towels
-Campfire Glove (heatproof gloves that allow you to pick up hot logs off the fire, or hot pans)
-Mugs (for coffee & tea)
-Kettle to boil water (should be campfire safe)
-Bottled water – large quantities
-Picnic Table Cloth (campsite picnic tables are dirrrrrty!)
-Can Opener
-Travel Cutting Board
-Aluminum Foil & Ziploc Bags
-Non-Stick Cooking Spray
CLOTHING / HYGIENE / SAFETY:
-Standard clothes
-Extra socks, 1 pair extra walking shoes
-Rain coat, poncho, or garbage bags
-Bug Spray
-Sunscreen
-Usual Hygiene Products (forget shampoo if it’s a short trip – you’re allowed to be dirty when tent camping!)
-First Aid items (bandaids, benadryl, calamine lotion, antiseptic cream, aspirin, immodium AD, etc.)
-Hand Soap
-Towels (in case you get soaked in rain)
-Hand Sanitizer
FUN / OTHER:
-Deck of Cards / Travel Boardgame
-Camera / Extra Batteries
-Flashlights / Extra Batteries
-Fishing Pole / Tackle Box
-Lots of Cash to buy firewood near campsite – it’s expensive!
-Wallet, ID, Cell Phone
Phew! It seems like a lot, but skip here and there and you’ll be wishing you had these items when you’re at the campsite. It’s worth filling up the car with Rubbermaid Bins filled with this stuff. Oh – don’t forget Rubbermaid Bins to put all this stuff in! You’ll need to keep your possession and food waterproof if it rains!
Replacement Pole For Columbia Tent? I have a Bugaboo II that needs a replacement pole and cannot locate any contact info for the Columbia company other than for their clothing line. Can anyone supply this for me?
If you look at the link below, it takes you to a page that has all types of products and the numbers to contact them. For Tents, Sleeping Bags, Canopies, Camping Furniture, Chairs, Air Mattresses call this number…. 866-737-1726
What To Buy For New Baby? Well…
we are expecting a new baby to the house hold in just a month or so. We havent had a baby in the house for 12 years and with all the new baby gizmose we just dont know if we have the right stuff. Here is a list of stuff (not diapers clothes or things like that) that we have, tell me what you think of the stuff we have, what we still need, and what you think we should take back.
Symphony in motion mobile
secure sounds baby moniter
portable swing
bath tub w/ a ducky sling
disney baby car seat and stroller
car seat
bouncer seat
bassinet
crib and mattress
jeep play pen
Oh I forgot two snugli frontpacks and a jonny jump up (jumperoo)
we have to car seats for
1 we ahve two cars
2 one car seat came w/ the stroller and attaches to it
3 we got one carseat as a gift so it was free ?
Why 2 car seats? You should have a changing station, a rocking chair, Sheets
Blankets
Changing Station
A radio with music for babies
Swing
Walker
Back pack or Carrier bags
Sponge Bathing
Bath Accessories
Washcloths & Towels
Crib Toys
Dressers & Armoires
Bassinets, Cradles & Portable Cribs
Hampers
Toddler Furniture
Toy Chests
Lamps & Shades
Rugs
Organizers
Wall Hangings
Wall Borders
Photo Frames
Growth Charts
Bibs, Burp Cloths & Lap Pads
Books
Breastfeeding Accessories
Breast Pumps & Accessories
Pillows
Bottles
Bottle Accessories
Warmers & Sterilizers
To start Toys: Birth-12 Months
Later Toys: 12-24 Months
Toys: 2 Years
Playard
Extra crib sheets
Sheet savers
Thermometer
Recieving blankets
Night light
Nail clippers
I’m sorry if I repeted something or if I missed something. Good luck and Congratulations.
Bug Spray
Medicine
Soap/shampoo/washcloth
Towels
Deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrush
Hand sanitizer
Sunscreen
Sunburn gel
Ziplock bags
Dishsoap/sponge
Roll of T.P.
Baby wipes
Paper towels
Q-Tips
Shower bag
Food
Condiments
Grill
Stovetop burner
Propane tanks
Matches
Grill accessories
Cups
Can opener
Aluminum foil
Table Cloth
Pot/pan
Dishwashing tub
Dry dish-rack
Durable paper plates
Silverware
Water
Shovel
Frisbee/football
Water guns
Horseshoes
Clothes
Water Shoes
Flip flops
Raincoat/poncho
Hiking boots
Tennis shoes
Garbage bags
Bag for empty cans on canoe
Clothes pins
Clothes line
Scissors/knife
Tool kit
Flashlight
Duct Tape
What Are The Major Accessories I Will Need For Camping Besides A Tent And Air Mattress? I am a first time camper, yea I know it is sad but I have just purchased my coleman tent and air mattress and I was just wondering what other esential camping accessories I will need? Also, any camping tips would be most helpful! Thanks
View CommentMy hubby and I just started tent camping with friends two years ago, and it took us a while to figure out everything we needed (btw, good start getting an air mattress!). Oh, and don’t forget to waterproof your tent BEFORE the trip with waterproofing spray sold at sporting goods stores!
Here’s my abbreviated packing list. You have some items already (obviously), but I’ve highlighted items you might still need to purchase:
SHELTER:
-Tent
-Tarp to Go Under Tent (should be the same size as tent base, not much bigger or you’ll have to fold it under. This keeps the tent bottom dry, and you don’t want rain collecting on the tarp and rolling under!)
-Air mattress
-Air mattress pump
-Sleeping Bags / Pillows
-Extra Blankets (1 per person in case of chilly weather)
-Beach Towel (for when you track mud all over your tent)
-Lantern (battery-operated) to hang in tent
-Foldable Chairs / Lawn Chairs (to sit around fire)
-Rope or Line to hang items to dry on – like wet towels
FOOD:
-Hand Axe (to chop fire wood)
-Long-reach lighters
-Fire-starting kindling twigs (buy them from camping supply stores – they’re wood chips soaked in some fire-starting chemical)
-Pie Irons (to cook food in over the fire – these are ESSENTIAL!)
-Campfire Fork (to roast weiners, marshmallows on)
-Food (should include basics like eggs, bread, peanut butter, deli meats, cheese, butter, hot dogs, s’mores makings, pop, juice, tea, coffee, ketchup, mustard, brownie mix, pizza sauce, pepperoni, potatoes, oatmeal, beef stew, trail snacks, chips, popcorn, etc.)
-Campfire Cooking Pot
-LARGE Cooler with ice
-Egg Holder Storage Case (designed for camping trips)
-Plastic Utensils, Cups, Paper Plates
-Garbage Bags
-Giant Ziploc Bags (to place singed pie irons in when packing to come home)
-Sharp Knife
-Rubbermaid Tote to wash dishes in
-Dish Soap
-5-6 Dish Towels
-Campfire Glove (heatproof gloves that allow you to pick up hot logs off the fire, or hot pans)
-Mugs (for coffee & tea)
-Kettle to boil water (should be campfire safe)
-Bottled water – large quantities
-Picnic Table Cloth (campsite picnic tables are dirrrrrty!)
-Can Opener
-Travel Cutting Board
-Aluminum Foil & Ziploc Bags
-Non-Stick Cooking Spray
CLOTHING / HYGIENE / SAFETY:
-Standard clothes
-Extra socks, 1 pair extra walking shoes
-Rain coat, poncho, or garbage bags
-Bug Spray
-Sunscreen
-Usual Hygiene Products (forget shampoo if it’s a short trip – you’re allowed to be dirty when tent camping!)
-First Aid items (bandaids, benadryl, calamine lotion, antiseptic cream, aspirin, immodium AD, etc.)
-Hand Soap
-Towels (in case you get soaked in rain)
-Hand Sanitizer
FUN / OTHER:
-Deck of Cards / Travel Boardgame
-Camera / Extra Batteries
-Flashlights / Extra Batteries
-Fishing Pole / Tackle Box
-Lots of Cash to buy firewood near campsite – it’s expensive!
-Wallet, ID, Cell Phone
Phew! It seems like a lot, but skip here and there and you’ll be wishing you had these items when you’re at the campsite. It’s worth filling up the car with Rubbermaid Bins filled with this stuff. Oh – don’t forget Rubbermaid Bins to put all this stuff in! You’ll need to keep your possession and food waterproof if it rains!
Have fun!
View CommentReplacement Pole For Columbia Tent? I have a Bugaboo II that needs a replacement pole and cannot locate any contact info for the Columbia company other than for their clothing line. Can anyone supply this for me?
View CommentIf you look at the link below, it takes you to a page that has all types of products and the numbers to contact them. For Tents, Sleeping Bags, Canopies, Camping Furniture, Chairs, Air Mattresses call this number…. 866-737-1726
http://www.columbia.com/Equipment-+-Accessories/Licensee_Landing,default,pg.html
View CommentWhat To Buy For New Baby? Well…
we are expecting a new baby to the house hold in just a month or so. We havent had a baby in the house for 12 years and with all the new baby gizmose we just dont know if we have the right stuff. Here is a list of stuff (not diapers clothes or things like that) that we have, tell me what you think of the stuff we have, what we still need, and what you think we should take back.
Symphony in motion mobile
View Commentsecure sounds baby moniter
portable swing
bath tub w/ a ducky sling
disney baby car seat and stroller
car seat
bouncer seat
bassinet
crib and mattress
jeep play pen
Oh I forgot two snugli frontpacks and a jonny jump up (jumperoo)
we have to car seats for
1 we ahve two cars
2 one car seat came w/ the stroller and attaches to it
3 we got one carseat as a gift so it was free ?
Why 2 car seats? You should have a changing station, a rocking chair, Sheets
Blankets
Changing Station
A radio with music for babies
Swing
Walker
Back pack or Carrier bags
Sponge Bathing
Bath Accessories
Washcloths & Towels
Crib Toys
Dressers & Armoires
Bassinets, Cradles & Portable Cribs
Hampers
Toddler Furniture
Toy Chests
Lamps & Shades
Rugs
Organizers
Wall Hangings
Wall Borders
Photo Frames
Growth Charts
Bibs, Burp Cloths & Lap Pads
Books
Breastfeeding Accessories
Breast Pumps & Accessories
Pillows
Bottles
Bottle Accessories
Warmers & Sterilizers
To start Toys: Birth-12 Months
Later Toys: 12-24 Months
Toys: 2 Years
Playard
Extra crib sheets
View CommentSheet savers
Thermometer
Recieving blankets
Night light
Nail clippers
I’m sorry if I repeted something or if I missed something. Good luck and Congratulations.
Whats Something You HAVE To Take With You When You Go Camping?
View CommentBeer
Tent/ tarps
Air Mattress
Mattress Pump
Broom
Camping chairs
Fold-out table
Sheets
Sleeping Bags
Pillows
Extra blankets
Bug Spray
Medicine
Soap/shampoo/washcloth
Towels
Deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrush
Hand sanitizer
Sunscreen
Sunburn gel
Ziplock bags
Dishsoap/sponge
Roll of T.P.
Baby wipes
Paper towels
Q-Tips
Shower bag
Food
Condiments
Grill
Stovetop burner
Propane tanks
Matches
Grill accessories
Cups
Can opener
Aluminum foil
Table Cloth
Pot/pan
Dishwashing tub
Dry dish-rack
Durable paper plates
Silverware
Water
Shovel
Frisbee/football
Water guns
Horseshoes
Clothes
Water Shoes
Flip flops
Raincoat/poncho
Hiking boots
Tennis shoes
Garbage bags
View CommentBag for empty cans on canoe
Clothes pins
Clothes line
Scissors/knife
Tool kit
Flashlight
Duct Tape