Let's Go Camping! (Glamping, Actually)
A Good Night's Sleep
This sleeping bag keeps you warm to 20 degrees. It comes in a longer length for extra space. Sturdy and reliable.
Sleeping on a hard ground is much more pleasant with this inflatable pad. During a camp out with the Girl Scouts, it rained all night and water got into the tent. Luckily, this mattress pad gave me just enough height so that my sleeping bag (and me!)...
This pillow is smaller than average and I thought it would be convenient to pack. Instead, everyone usually brings their full size pillows.
At family camp, we need to bring XL Twin sheets. The ones I bought initially went through the wash and were a struggle to put on the beds forever after. These Target sheets keep their size, and are deep enough to fit over the inflatable mattress pad and mattress. These are good to bring to college too
I'm bringing a regular sized pillow. This Coop pillow is great no matter what kind of sleeper you are - back, side, and stomach sleepers all like this pillow.
Flashlights
These are small enough to stick in a pocket or conveniently hang from a lanyard.
Convenient, although you have to remember that if you are facing someone, to turn off the light
Personally I'd rather carry a flashlight. My spouse, however, likes a headlamp.
I Hate Mosquitoes (But They Love Me)
People go through an initial phase where they don't believe this works. And usually a couple guys will touch the surface to test out the severity of the zap. Then we have to tell people not to swing and zap bugs over the food.
Non aerosol bug spray.
This insect repellent goes on clothing, tents, and other surfaces
Mosquito bite hives are a sign that an allergic histamine reaction is taking place. Benadryl cream is the antihistamine that makes the itch disappear
Fragrance free? Sign me up!
Medicine Kit
The most important thing to bring is allergy medicine such as benadryl. Did you see Bridgerton? You never know when you can save someone with a newfound allergy to bees, horses, nuts, or what have you.
Life saver. Everyone should carry it
Allergic to nature? This can help
Someone will get sore muscles, guaranteed
Activities & Equipment
I usually bring a few good books. My spouse just mentioned that he would like to bring pickle ball paddles. Once I look into that, I'll add a set.
Picnic blanket, or a place to lie down and watch the stars
For naps, reading a book, and swaying in the breeze
The Shower House
These don't dry as well as the plastic ones. But if you want to avoid putting things on a wet floor, hang this on a hook.
I find these easier to carry big bottles of supplies
Old Navy always has cheap flip flops for men, women, and kids
Laundry
You may have a tie dye project to wash
We go through so many towels, a load of laundry is inevitable. Also, best to wash those newly tie dyed clothes in the camp washing machine.
Rooftop Carrier
The Thule rooftop carrier ensures that no matter how much stuff you want to bring, or how many friends you bring along, that stuff will fit!
Clothing
When you pack, these seem silly. But when it is pouring rain for three days straight, these are a godsend.
Bags
I just need something light to hold my book, sunscreen, flashlight, snack, water bottles, Benadryl, and a light jacket for later. This daypack fits the bill.
Those IKEA frakta bags are useful for packing
Lululemon Belt Bag
Snacks and Drinks
Just add water
While Costco is usually cheaper, on holidays the Liquid IV website sometimes has a 25% off deal
This no frills electric kettle conveniently heats up water for morning coffee and midnight instant noodles.