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Ultimate Camping Essentials for Every Family Adventure
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This carefully curated list of camping supplies is for all types of outdoor adventures, whether you’re backpacking through the wilderness, enjoying a weekend of car camping, or hitting the road in a motor home. It includes essentials for comfort, con...
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RV/Car Camping
 
Backpacking/ Lightweight Camping
 
Eating Needs
 
Anywhere

RV/Car Camping

Here are my family’s must-haves for all kinds of camping adventures.  These essentials keep us comfortable, safe, and ready for fun no matter where our adventures takes us.

 
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Rocking Camp Chair: amzn.to/49EnrJu
GCI Outdoor Freestyle Rocker Camping Chair - Cinnamon
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Tent Heater Link:  amzn.to/4k52VVN
Mr Heater Buddy Portable 9000 Btu Heater
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Solar String Lights Link: amzn.to/4reNuwN
Solar Camping String Lights, 39.4 FT, 8 Modes
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Heated Camp Chair link: amzn.to/4qBN8jT
Oversized Heated Chair
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Foldable Camping Carpet Link: amzn.to/3LxAhQt
Reversible Outdoor Rug 8'x10'
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Handwarmers Link: amzn.to/45nmimX
Rechargeable Hand Warmers 2 Pack, Dual-Sided LED
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Hatchet link: amzn.to/3LubVqP
Fiskars X7 Hatchet Lightweight Wood Splitter 14"
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Packable Hammock with Straps link: amzn.to/4jUaTkD
500lbs Camping Hammock
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Portable Power link: https://amzn.to/4bfytpB
Jackery Explorer 300 Portable Power Station
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Collapsable Camp Trash Can Link: amzn.to/4r8Yj3g
Collapsible Outdoor Trash Can
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Colored Camp Fire Link: amzn.to/4bfiJD0
Magic Campfire Color Changing Fire Packets
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Vinyl Tablecloth link: amzn.to/49SJuuP
Vinyl Tablecloth 60x84 Blue White Flannel
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Swinging Camp Chair link:amzn.to/45Wmmdu
Swinging Portable Folding Camp Chair Heavy Duty
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Heated Attire is so lovely!
Heated Apparel | Heated Jacket, Vest, Gloves for Everyday
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Camping recommendations
Camping
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These are popular campfire chairs. Love how they rock. Super supportive chairs with good back support as well!
Rocking Chairs | Comfortable Outdoor Rockers
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This water filter helps ensure that the water you drink from your campsite is clean and safe to drink. Highly recommend.
RV Fresh Water Filtration
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Strong flashlights perfect for camping. Bright and powerful.
Streamlight Flashlight
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2 person sleeping bags are great for car camping and cold weather camping.
Double Sleeping Bags
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Backpacking/ Lightweight Camping

Do you like to backpack if so these are grade for both backpacking & regular camping. 

 
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Love small tents
Backpacking Tents - Kelty
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easy link: amzn.to/4qvhjcg
Jetboil
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Pad Quick link: amzn.to/4qvhjcg
KLYMIT Static V2 Inflatable Sleeping Pad - Green
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Packable Camp Pillow Link: amzn.to/3NJrewh
Klymit Drift Camping Pillow, Shredded Foam, Large
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Packable Sleeping Bag
Kelty Down Mummy Sleeping Bag 550 Fill Power
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Must have a water filter when you are out camping.
Portable Water Filters | REI Co-op
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Mountain house food cones in handy for backpacking. Love biscuits and gravy and chilli Mac. Lasagna is good too!
Camping Food, Backpacking Meals & Hiking Food
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Headlamps are a must have for back country camping and backpacking.
Headlamps for Camping, Hiking & Running | REI Co-op
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Eating Needs

We must eat while camping. This list of useful items help to cook and cool your food. 

 
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Folding Camp Table Link: amzn.to/3Ls5YL2
Slim-Fold XL Portable Table
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Marshmellow & Hot dog sticks link: amzn.to/4baUOER
Marshmallow Roasting Sticks, Telescoping 32in, 5 Pack
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Top Notch Coolers
Yet Coolers: Ice Chests
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Mugs Have Camping Mugs
Tumblers: Insulated, Stainless Steel Cups & Mugs
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Best Camp Stove: amzn.to/49WlgQj
Coleman 2-Burner Propane Stove, Portable
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Smart Choice
Campfire Permit
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For Remote Campfires
Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 19.5" Smokeless Fire Pit
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Must have to keep drinks warm on those cold mornings. Love having coffee in them!
Coffee Mugs: Insulated Travel Mugs, Cups & Bottles
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These are the best portable campfire pit to use camping or even in your backyard. Highly recommend!!
Solo Stove
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Don't forget to make camping reservations and plan ahead because sometimes camp sites are tough to get
Reservations and Fees
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Great to have water and a backpack when you are out exploring
Hiking Backpack With Water Bladder
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We live these filter for all types of camping. Comes in handy when you are in need of more water.
Water Treatment Systems | Personal Filters & Purifiers | MSR
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These bowls are great for my dog when we travel.
Dog Bowls | Collapsible, Portable, At Home and On The Go
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These travel water bowls are great for hiking and trips. Much easier to get your dog to drink out of than your hand.
Dog Water Bottle
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Ez Ups and Canopys are a necessity for any camping trip that could be rainy or sunny and hot.  Just dont use them in the wind.
Durable Pop Up Canopy Tents | Fast & Easy Setup
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I think I want one. Bet these come in handy fo4 all types of camping
Headlightz Beanies | REI Co-op
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Heated jackets are lovely to have for cold weather camping
Heated jacket Clothing & Work Apparel at Lowes.com
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Stick with the cheap ones because they all eventually get holes. Dont forget the air pump
Air Mattress & Inflatable Airbeds
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