□ Snake bite kit ‐ This would only be necessary if you plan on camping someplace very remote. You may want to
check on the emergency response for the area you plan to camp.
□ Eye drops / eye wash ‐ These can be good for washing out foreign debris from someone's eye.
□ Hot / cold packs ‐ These can be useful if someone sprains/pulls a muscle, has swelling, or a bump on the head.
□ Oral thermometer ‐ Fever can be a symptom of serious injury or illness. You may want to take this along to
monitor someone's condition.
□ Twine ‐ To build on a larger first aid kit, you can add this as it can have many applications.
□ Mole skin ‐ This product is used to lessen the pain of blisters.
□ Road flares ‐ If you're building an emergency survival and first aid kit, these are a must.
□ Small flashlight ‐ This is a must if natural lighting is not adequate for administering first aid. You may not need
to pack an extra one, as long as you have one with your regular camping gear.
Miscellaneous items
Priority 1 items
□ Deck of playing cards ‐ One deck of cards can provide hours of entertainment for your whole camping party, or
for a solitary person. This packs small and can be played anywhere, especially in your tent when it's raining.
□ Pen & paper ‐ The possibilities are endless, as this can be used for both emergencies or for entertainment.
□ Small sewing kit ‐ This could come in handy for mending clothes as well as some pieces of camping equipment
or for first aid.
□ Watch ‐ When you're camping, you should be relaxed, and not too worried about time. But if your party splits
up for hiking or some other activity, these will be essential to know that everyone is where they are supposed to
be and when.
Priority 2 items
□ Pocket knife ‐ These can come in very handy for a variety of things on a camping trip.
□ Camera / battery / film / memory card ‐ Capture the memories of your camping adventure on film, or digital.
□ Daypack / fanny pack ‐ For small excursions on the trail or for sightseeing, don't forget something to carry the
day's worth of supplies (water, snacks, first aid, and guidebooks).
□ Liquid detergent / fabric softener ‐ If you're planning a trip longer than just for the weekend, you may want to
bring this along in case you need to do laundry. Call ahead to see if your campground has laundry facilities.
□ Binoculars ‐ If you plan to do some birding, or stargazing, these will come in very handy.
□ Compass / GPS ‐ Bring this along if you'd like to do some orienteering while on your trip, or for Geocaching.
□ Water filters / water purification treatment ‐ If you plan to camp in a remote area that doesn't provide potable
water, you will want to pack and use these. Call ahead to where you plan to camp and ask about potable water.
□ Fishing gear ‐ If you plan on camping somewhere that fishing is allowed, bring everything you will need. Be
aware of the local Hunting & Fishing Regulations, and obtain the proper licenses/permits.
□ Radio ‐ You may choose to bring this along to listen for weather alerts, or to hear the news. If it doesn't run on
batteries, make sure you get a campsite with electricity.
□ Collapsible drying rack ‐ If you don’t use clothesline, you may want to consider one of these to dry towels,
clothing, or swimsuits on.
□ Travel alarm clock ‐ If you have any place special you need to be during your trip, you may want to have this to
make sure you get there on time.
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