Your comfort and ease in camp depends largely on the gear and other essentials you have accumulated for your journey. But deciding what to bring is not always easy. It’s about finding the right balance between delivering all the essentials and not packing too much because too much time, weight and space is a problem, especially if you’re hiking.
Follow these 5 simple packing camping tips:
Make a list
Making a list of all the essentials will certainly be a great help when packing for any trip, especially if you are just starting tents. To make the list more organized, divide items into categories such as camping items, cooking utensils, toiletries, personal items and so on.
Tick these items as you pack to make sure you don’t forget anything important. If you do not know what to pack, there are many online lists that you can use as a reference, and add or remove items according to your preferences.
Use clear plastic bins
It is best to pack items in groups to save time when you arrive at the camp. Plastic bins are very useful – it can be easy to find anything you need in boxes because they are recognizable.
Write each box according to the category. Camping materials (tent, tent accessories, sleeping bag, pillows, etc.), clothing (depending on the season), cooking utensils (pans, pots, plates, utensils, etc.), dry food (snacks, canned goods, etc.) and toiletries (shampoo, soap, sunscreen, insect repellant etc.) are some of the categories you can start with.
Check the weather
Think about the day of your camping trip – what time it will be and what the weather will be like. The weather should be your basis for what you should pack (especially clothing and bedding), which is why it is so important to look at the weather in advance.
You don’t want to bring tank tops and short sleeves and end up feeling very cold because it’s raining!
Plan your diet
Food is one of the most important things you will bring to your trip. It will be less stressful if you plan your meals ahead and do homework work ahead. Make sure you choose to cook snacks and bring extra when there is an emergency.
When packing snacks, remove the cardboard insert to save space!
Follow the first rule in, last exit
When loading your belongings into a car, load your belongings quickly so that they will be easily accessible when you arrive at the camp!
Follow these simple packing tips to have an easy time at camp!
