| Camping Checklist | |||||||||||||
| Sleeping | Cleaning | Breakfast | Snacks | ||||||||||
| | Sleeping Bags | Hose | Muffins | Yogurt | |||||||||
| Air Mattresses | Dish Pans | Bagels | Fruit | ||||||||||
| Sheets | Brillo | English Muffin | Pretzels | ||||||||||
| Extra Blankets | Sponges | Jelly | Tortillas | ||||||||||
| Pillows | Dish Washing Detergent | Cereal | Salsa | ||||||||||
| Tent | Wipes | SB Bars | Marshmellows | ||||||||||
| Antibacterial Spray | Chocolate Bars | ||||||||||||
| Fire | Paper Towels | Lunch | Grahm Crackers | ||||||||||
| Camp chairs | Garbage Bags | Bologna | Granola Bars | ||||||||||
| Marshmellow sticks | Broom | Turkey | Raisins | ||||||||||
| Lighter Fluid | Dust Pan | Ham | |||||||||||
| Newspaper | Rolls | Condiments | |||||||||||
| Matches | Lighting | Luna Bars | Butter | ||||||||||
| Lantern | Yogurt | No-Salt | |||||||||||
| Cooking | Mantel | | | Pepper | |||||||||
| Pots | Flashlights | Dinner | Cooking Spray | ||||||||||
| Pans | Batteries | Hamburger | Ketchup | ||||||||||
| Lid | Extension Cord | Hotdog | Mayo | ||||||||||
| Cooking Utensils | Adapter | Cheese | Mustard | ||||||||||
| Stove | Radio | Mac-n-Cheese | Salad Dressing | ||||||||||
| Grill | Propane | Lettuce | BBQ Sauce | ||||||||||
| Stove Attachment | Tomato | A-1 | |||||||||||
| Grill Attachhment | Play | Salad Crunchies | Spray Butter | ||||||||||
| Spatula | Beach Chairs | Croutons | |||||||||||
| Knives | Beach Umbrella | Chicken Breast | Misc | ||||||||||
| Cutting Board | Sand Toys | Steak | | Camera | |||||||||
| Can Opener | Sunblock | Rice | Camera Plug | ||||||||||
| Alum Foil | Football | Noodles | Phone | ||||||||||
| Plastic Bags | Soccerball | Hamburger Rolls | Phone Plug | ||||||||||
| Plastic Containers | Frisbee | Hotdog Rolls | Hammer/Screw Driver | ||||||||||
| Bowls | Cards | Corn on the Cob | Bungees | ||||||||||
| Bottle Opener | Bingo | Green Beans | Dining Tarp | ||||||||||
| Zingo | Tarps | ||||||||||||
| Eating | Checkers | Drinks | Bug Spray | ||||||||||
| Table Cloth | Beach Towel | Water | Bath Towels | ||||||||||
| Table Cloth Holders | Water Shoes | Milk | Water Proofer | ||||||||||
| Paper Plates | Goggles | Juice Boxes | First Aid Kit | ||||||||||
| Paper Bowls | Game Boy | Mike's Hard Lemonade | Rain Ponchos | ||||||||||
| Plastic Cups | DVD | Shower Flip Flops | |||||||||||
| Utensils | Extra Flip Flops | ||||||||||||
| Seat Pads | Rope | ||||||||||||
| Napkins | Twine | ||||||||||||
| Steak Knives | Scissors | ||||||||||||
| Corn Holders | |||||||||||||
Thursday, September 24, 2009
The Ultimate Camping Checklist
For the past twenty years or so my wife and I have been creating a camping checklist. We use this list every time, we go on a camping trip. Feel free to copy the list and place it in a spreadsheet and use it when you pack. Using a checklist saves time and money.
If you are missing any camping supplies, it is always good to buy them online or at the local camping store. Purchasing product at the campsite will always cost you more.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Camping- Why Not
As I have stated in previous blogs, I have been camping for over 40 years. I have seen many states that I would not have been able to afford. Below are a list of reasons why I camp and what is necessary to have a successful trip.
- The Money
Plain and simple camping is the cheapest vacation you could stay at almost any camp site for between $12 and $36 dollars a night. (the $36 dollar one where we stayed had 3 beautiful pools and 2 extra large hot tubs and an awesome clubhouse with entertainment every night). This inexpensive lodging frees up money to go to an amusement park or some other great attraction.
-Creating a family bond with responsibility
My kids know they both have chores when we go camping and teaching them the right way to set up a tent or building a fire is a great way to form life long attachments. I can remember the first time my dad taught me to clear an area for the tent or how to hang tarps with bungee cords. The kids might not appreciate it at this moment but they will be forever grateful.
-Living in Harmony with Nature
Two years ago we were camping in PA and we found some baby ducks that were abandoned by there mother. The whole campsite pitched in to help these little creatures. My family experienced what it is like to help another living creature, This year we went back and those ducks are now mascots of the camp. We couldn't have that experience in a motel.
-Making Great Friends from All Over the Country-
We have made great friends from many different states and have kept in touch. We have even set up trips with some of these families so we could spend time together.
-The Nay Sayers Arguments
"You need all that equipment" says negative Nancy- You need a family size camping tent, two tarps and bungee cords, a sleeping bag for each person, a camp stove and/or grill, camping dishes and silverware, food and clothing.
"Camping is Dirty"- Most 4 and 5 star campsite rated by Woodall's and other rating companies are immaculate and very resort like in nature. I have rarely had an issue with the facilities and the staff is almost always a pleasure.
I just know that most people who try camping almost always loves it. I know becuase I see the same families everywhere we go. Join us, your kids will love it.
- The Money
Plain and simple camping is the cheapest vacation you could stay at almost any camp site for between $12 and $36 dollars a night. (the $36 dollar one where we stayed had 3 beautiful pools and 2 extra large hot tubs and an awesome clubhouse with entertainment every night). This inexpensive lodging frees up money to go to an amusement park or some other great attraction.
-Creating a family bond with responsibility
My kids know they both have chores when we go camping and teaching them the right way to set up a tent or building a fire is a great way to form life long attachments. I can remember the first time my dad taught me to clear an area for the tent or how to hang tarps with bungee cords. The kids might not appreciate it at this moment but they will be forever grateful.
-Living in Harmony with Nature
Two years ago we were camping in PA and we found some baby ducks that were abandoned by there mother. The whole campsite pitched in to help these little creatures. My family experienced what it is like to help another living creature, This year we went back and those ducks are now mascots of the camp. We couldn't have that experience in a motel.
-Making Great Friends from All Over the Country-
We have made great friends from many different states and have kept in touch. We have even set up trips with some of these families so we could spend time together.
-The Nay Sayers Arguments
"You need all that equipment" says negative Nancy- You need a family size camping tent, two tarps and bungee cords, a sleeping bag for each person, a camp stove and/or grill, camping dishes and silverware, food and clothing.
"Camping is Dirty"- Most 4 and 5 star campsite rated by Woodall's and other rating companies are immaculate and very resort like in nature. I have rarely had an issue with the facilities and the staff is almost always a pleasure.
I just know that most people who try camping almost always loves it. I know becuase I see the same families everywhere we go. Join us, your kids will love it.
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