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Test, and get acquainted with, all of your equipment BEFORE you need to use it.
Research thoroughly to choose lightweight and compact equipment without reducing safety and quality.
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Camping offers a unique experience, and whether you are going with friends, family, or alone, you are sure to make lasting memories while you are out on your trip.
It gives you a chance to get away from the busyness of everyday life and reconnect with the outdoors; something we should all do more often. It's never too late to start camping, and we understand that it can seem quite daunting if you are new to the concept. With this guide, every novice will find the art of camping (and preparing for it) is actually a lot easier than it appears.
Water
__Minimum of 1 gallon per person per day for drinking __Water for personal sanitation, cooking and dish washing __Water purification process/method.
Shelter
Bedding
Cooking / Food
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Personal
__Card with Personal information/contact person(s) __Money/ID/credit card __Coins for emergency phone calls __Soap in plastic case/shampoo __Towel/washcloth __Tooth brush/tooth paste __Dental floss __Razor and extra razor blades __Small mirror __Toilet paper __Personal medications – take extra __Multi-vitamins __Deodorant __Feminine products __Comb/brush __Tissues __Nail clippers __Other personal items __Camp shower
Miscellaneous
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Clothes
__Shoes/boots __Jeans/pant/belt __Socks/extra socks __Hat __Bandana __Sweatshirt/jacket __Gloves __Rain gear __Mosquito net clothing __Underwear __Shorts __T-shirts __Sleep clothes __Swim suit/towel __Laundry bag __Clothes pins __Shower shoes/flip flops
First Aid Kit
Additional First Aid Tips
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Camping Survival:
Camping Survival Tips
Pocket Survival Guide
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Three (3) Laws of Survival
Five (5) Components of Survival
Lemon System
1-10-1 Rule of Hypothermia
Reference Camping and Hiking Links:
www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/camping.html
www.smart-camping-guide.com
www.smart-hiking-and-camping-tips.com/camping-tips-blog.html
www.smart-hiking-and-camping-tips.com
Camping Hacks to Make Life Easier
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