Going on a camping with the family? Do you create a checklist? Let us help you out. Here are a couple of suggestions for a “Packing Checklist”
In and Around Camp
Tent (with stakes and guylines)
Tent footprint
Tent-pole repair sleeve
Sun shade, tarp or screen house
Sleeping bags (with optional liners)
Sleeping pads
Air mattresses
Pump for air mattresses
Pillows
Multi-tool or knife
Child carrier
Rolling jogger
Folding chairs
Folding table
Mallet or hammer (for tent stakes)
Headlamps (with extra batteries)
Flashlights (with extra batteries, bulbs)
Lanterns (with mantles, if needed)
Lantern fuel or batteries
Water filter or treatment tablets
Bikes
Fishing gear (and license)
Canoeing/kayaking gear
These are just a few suggestions for a camping checklist, check out http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/family-camping-checklist.html for additional camping checklist suggestions.