• Sunscreen: Even if you’re staying in a wooded
area or forest with ample shade overhead,
you’ll want to apply sunscreen to avoid skin
damage. Even a mild sunburn can make sleeping
in a tent for the fi rst time more diffi cult, so
apply sunscreen early and reapply as directed
on the bottle.
• Miscellaneous items: Lighting to augment
light coming from a campfi re, toiletries to ensure
bathroom breaks are as comfortable as
possible, garbage bags and containers to secure
trash and reduce the risk of attracting wildlife,
and a few books or magazines to read while
resting at the campsite are some additional
items fi rst-time campers won’t want to forget.|
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GEAR FIRST-TIME CAMPERS WILL WANT
TO TAKE ALONG TO THE CAMPSITE
The natural beauty of the great outdoors
compels millions of people to incorporate
nature into their daily routines.
Whether it’s a morning walk around the neighborhood,
an oceanfront weekend spent with
toes in the sand or an afternoon lounging on a
lake, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the
great outdoors.
Camping is a wildly popular way for outdoor
enthusiasts to enjoy nature. Spending daylight
hours in a wooded area or forest may not be
unusual for outdoor enthusiasts, but camping
under the stars at night can be intimidating for
fi rst-timers accustomed to comfortable, climate
controlled bedrooms. The right gear can
calm any nervousness fi rst-time campers may
have, and the following are some items to take
along.
• Tent: A tent is obviously a must-have when
planning to spend the night under the stars.
Shelter protects campers from the elements,
insects and wildlife, so it’s imperative that
fi rst-time campers bring along enough tents
to accommodate everyone on the trip. Novice
campers may be overwhelmed by the assortment
of options available when they look to
buy a tent, so it’s best to visit a local outdoor
retailer for advice. Share the specifi cs of the
trip, including how long it will be and how
many people will need to be accommodated.
Such information will help to determine the
best tent for your trip.
• Sleeping bag, pad and pillow: A sleeping
bag is another necessity, but it’s also important
to bring along a sleeping pad. Temperatures
drop at night, so a well-insulated sleeping bag
can keep campers warm at night. A multi-season
sleeping bag can be an especially useful
investment that helps campers prepare for fl uctuating
temperatures. No matter how comfortable
a sleeping bag may seem, the hard ground
does not typically increase the chances of a
good night’s rest. That’s why a sleeping pad is
vital, particularly for fi rst-time campers unaccustomed
to sleeping in anything other than a
bed. Round out your sleeping must-haves by
bringing along a pillow.
• Chairs: Of course, camping trip comfort isn’t
all about sleeping. A comfortable and foldable
chair for everyone in the party is another essential.
Chairs should be sturdy and ideally not
too heavy, particularly if the campsite is a long
walk from the car.
• Kitchenware: Cooking is a fun part of camping,
especially when campers remember to
bring along the appropriate kitchenware. A
camp stove with two burners can make it easy
to whip up just about anything. A single burner
stove might suffi ce for small camping parties,
but the double burner stove enables cooking
more than one item at once. In addition to a
sturdy stove, bring alone some forks, knives
and plates.
• Bug spray: Bugs won’t get the hint that
campers don’t want them around the campsite,
so don’t forget to pack some bug spray to repel
these unwanted guests.
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