Wild Camping Gear and Supplies

Before embarking on your wild camping adventure, ensure you have all the necessary gear to stay safe and comfortable in nature. This checklist will guide you through the essentials you'll need for a successful trip.

Instructions:

1. Print out this checklist or use a digital version on your device.

2. Go through each item on the list and gather or verify that you have it.

3. Tick the checkboxes next to each item as you acquire or confirm its presence.

4. Review the checklist before departing to ensure you haven't missed anything essential for a safe and enjoyable wild camping experience.

Essentials

• Tent: 1 (per 2-3 people)

• Sleeping bag: 1 per person

• Sleeping pad/mattress: 1 per person

• Camping stove: 1

• Fuel for stove: Enough for entire trip

• Lighter/matches: 1

• Cooking utensils (pot, pan, spatula, etc.): 1 set

• Food: Plan for each meal and snacks

• Water bottles/hydration system: 1 per person

• Water purification method (filter, tablets, etc.): 1

• Backpack: 1 per person

• Headlamp/flashlight: 1 per person

• Extra batteries: As needed

• Map and compass/GPS: 1 set

• Multi-tool/knife: 1

• First aid kit: Stocked with essentials

• Firestarter (firewood, tinder, etc.): Enough for entire trip

• Clothing (appropriate for weather conditions): Plan accordingly

• Rain gear: 1 set per person

• Tent repair kit: 1

• Personal hygiene items (toothbrush, biodegradable soap, etc.): As needed

• Insect repellent: As needed

• Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, etc.): As needed

• Emergency shelter (tarp, emergency bivvy, etc.): 1

• Emergency communication device (whistle, signaling mirror, etc.): 1

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