My mum and dad are going camping this weekend for two nights. It's my mum's first time, and I don't think my dad's been in over 20 years. Does anyone have any last minute advice I can give them, things to take, things to do, etc so that they'll think I'm a genius, and also so they don't come home early and ruin my plans.
If it makes a difference, they're going on a camp site with toilet facilities etc on site. And they're taking the dog with them.
2007-08-29 00:05:59 · 7 answers · asked by prepare4trouble 2 in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Camping
http://camping.about.com/od/campingforbeginners/Camping_for_Beginners.htm
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http://www.lovetheoutdoors.com/camping/Checklists.htm
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Camping Checklist (compliments of camping.about.com)
Shelter and Bedding (essentials)
__ tent
__ tarp
__ sleeping bag
__ sleeping pad
__ headrest
Cooking and Dining (essentials)
__ water
__ food
__ cooler
__ camp stove
__ mess kit
__ can opener
__ charcoal
Clothes
__ t-shirts
__ shorts
__ jeans/pants
__ socks
__ shoes/boots
__ camp shoes
__ hat/cap
__ sweater
__ rain poncho
__ underwear
__ swim suit
__ laundry bag
__ _____________
__ _____________
__ _____________
__ _____________
Personal Hygiene
__ tooth brush
__ tooth paste
__ wash rag(s)
__ towel(s)
__ soap
__ comb/brush
__ nail clippers
__ razor
__ toilet paper
__ _____________
__ _____________ Shelter and Bedding (optionals)
__ book
__ cot
__ comforter
__ throw rug
__ pillow
Cooking and Dining (optionals)
__ charcoal chimney
__ smoker
__ Dutch oven
__ hot dog sticks
__ pie irons
__ chairs
__ folding table
__ table cloth
__ butane lighter
__ screen room
Cleaning Items
__ broom
__ dust pan
__ whisk broom
__ lawn rake
__ dish pan
__ detergent
__ dish rags
__ ppt scrubber
First Aid Kit
__ personal medication
__ bandages
__ aspirin, Tylenol
__ medical tape
__ sterile gauze
__ elastic wrap
__ antiseptic wipes
__ antibiotic cream
__ burn ointment
__ sunburn lotion
__ hydrogen peroxide
__ scissors
__ tweezers
__ eye wash
__ sanitary napkins
__ snake bite kit Chuck Box
__ salt and pepper
__ herbs and spices
__ cooking oil
__ pot holders
__ paper towels
__ napkins
__ plastic trash bags
__ tongs and spatula
__ aluminum foil
__ measuring cups
__ plastic silverware
__ paper plates/bowls
__ plastic cups
__ zip lock bags
__ knives
__ cutting board
__ cork screw
Miscellaneous Items
__ binoculars
__ bird guide
__ bug spray
__ bungi cords
__ camera
__ candles
__ cards, games
__ cell phone
__ clothes pins
__ compass
__ duct tape
__ fishing gear
__ flashlight
__ frisbee
__ GPS
__ kites
__ knife
__ lantern
__ matches
__ pen and paper
__ rope
__ shower bag
__ sun block
__ tools
__ water filters
__ whistle
__ _____________
__ _____________
2007-08-29 09:18:46 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here are some successful Camping tips:
1. Bring plenty of bottled water, preferable Poland Springs Natural Spring Water.
2. Bring some strong cookware.
3. Bring plenty of food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and put them all in containers that won't break or tear.
4. Bring plenty of granola and fruit.
5. Bring plenty of comfortable clothing and shoes, as well as necessities such as deodorant and Dr. Bronner's Pure Castile Eucalyptus Bar Soap.
6. Bring more than one toothbrush, toothpaste, and dental floss.
7. Bring a camping kit, map, and compass.
2007-08-29 00:18:28 · answer #2 · answered by Louise Smith 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"camping" can be divided into two categories: 1.car-camping, and 2. real camping. What your parents are doing is not really camping. Real camping is when you leave all of the things that make civilized life so comfortable and hike for a day to get away from civilized life. You don't have to worry about having a toilet as long as there is a tree nearby. Tell them to take some booze and sleeping pills if you don't want them to come home too soon.
2007-08-29 03:40:53 · answer #3 · answered by timdvrs 4 · 2⤊ 3⤋
I love camping
2015-03-17 12:27:26 · answer #4 · answered by Ryan 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't forget the dog food, leads and pooper scoopers.A stake to tie the dogs lead to so that he doesn't wander. and last of all his feeding and water bowls. Also a cool box to keep the food fresh, and if possible cook something before they go, so that it just needs heating through, Like stews, and curries, and chillies. which can all be heated in the one pot. (oh and cook the rice before they go too) Or buy the boil in the bag rice to cook when they get there. Also pkts of pasta are great they just need milk to cook
them in a pot.
2007-08-31 03:13:30 · answer #5 · answered by silversurfer 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
that is not really camping, if they are at a site, then they don't have to worry about anything. They will be close enough to stores to go and buy anything that they think they might need. I wouldn't worry about it, and have fun with the party your throwing
2007-08-29 00:12:21 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
If mosquitoes or other insects might be a problem, suggest they take along a garlic bulb. Enjoying one garlic clove orally will certainly block all insect discomfort instantaneously. Never fails ........................
2007-09-01 23:44:08 · answer #7 · answered by witcheese200 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋