This sleeping bag keeps you warm to 20 degrees. It comes in a longer length for extra space. Sturdy and reliable.
L.L.Bean Flannel Lined Camp Sleeping Bag, 20°
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!)...
L.L.Bean Inflatable Sleeping Pad
This pillow is smaller than average and I thought it would be convenient to pack. Instead, everyone usually brings their full size pillows.
Flannel Camp Pillow
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
Cotton Sheets from Target
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.
Woozoo Globe Multi-Directional 5-Speed Oscillating Fan w
Flashlights
These are small enough to stick in a pocket or conveniently hang from a lanyard.
Tec 40 Waterproof Flashlight
Convenient, although you have to remember that if you are facing someone, to turn off the light
A Baseball Cap with built in lights
Personally I'd rather carry a flashlight. My spouse, however, likes a headlamp.
Headlamps
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.
This insect repellent goes on clothing, tents, and other surfaces
Permethrin Insect Repellent
Mosquito bite hives are a sign that an allergic histamine reaction is taking place. Benadryl cream is the antihistamine that makes the itch disappear
Benadryl Extra Strength Itch Relief Cream Topical Analgesic
Fragrance free? Sign me up!
OFF! Clean Feel Insect Repellent I Fragrance Free Personal Bug Spray Aerosol 5oz
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.
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
Outdoor Blankets
For naps, reading a book, and swaying in the breeze
ENO Hammock for two
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.
Mesh Shower Caddy
I find these easier to carry big bottles of supplies
Shower Caddy White
Old Navy always has cheap flip flops for men, women, and kids
Flip-Flops
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.
All Mighty Pacs Free Clear Laundry Detergent Pacs - 39ct/25.8oz
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!
Thule Force XT Extra-Large Roof Box
Clothing
When you pack, these seem silly. But when it is pouring rain for three days straight, these are a godsend.
Rain Poncho
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.
