Wondering what’s the best season for camping? I’d say ‘today’ without hesitating even for a second. It’s funny how camping is basically an experience for which you spend a small fortune just so that you can live like a homeless person. But although there might not be Wi-Fi out there in the middle of nature, I do promise you – you will find a better connection.
Being outside isn’t just about exploring a new environment, it’s also about appreciating nature and respecting the world that surrounds you. We all love staying inside our comfort zones and are used to the various perks and the huge convenience that our appliances offer us. However, it has been proven that people who go camping and use this getaway to recharge their batteries and distance themselves from their work demands, perform much better when they go back to the concrete jungle.
So if you’ve decided to test this philosophy and are planning a camping trip in the following weeks, it’s important to know what to bring, especially if you’re a first-time camper. Besides clothing, there are a few more things that you should bring along if you want to have a pleasant experience. What you should take with you depends on many factors, such as the place you intend to visit, the amount of time you’ll spend there, and whether you’ll be doing any extra activities like hiking off-trail and hunting.
The Most Important Camping Gear
Waterproof Tent
It goes without saying that you need a high-quality, waterproof tent. It’s one of the items for which you should not compromise on quality no matter what, as ending up cramped or wet in a tent is most certainly not fun. Consider how many people you usually go camping with and buy a tent of an appropriate size.
First Aid Kit
Another thing to add to the list is a first aid kit. Ensure the one you buy is well stocked and feel free to add some personal items in it (for instance, medicine for treating asthma or allergies, if you have any). And lastly, a sleeping bag. It has to be rated for the season you plan on camping most in; it needs to be comfortable and have features like a neck muff and a hood (these are especially important during the winter). Also, pay attention to the zippers on it, the materials it’s made from and similar. However, there is other essential camping gear that you might not have put any real thought into, however, you will most certainly need them on your camping trip.
Power Generator
Unless you own a caravan and you go camping with it, you will need something to supply all of your essential appliances with electricity, such as the kettle, the TV, your iPad, the camping fridge or the microwave. The ideal solution is a power generator. There are portable, powerful and sleekly designed sop that you can easily take with you. They don’t weigh more than 20 kg and can be used as standby generators even if you are camping in a caravan. Depending on their type, they can be fueled by petrol, electricity, or another power source.
Flashlight
Another important piece of camping gear to bring with you is a flashlight torch – a LED powered one preferably. Entry level LED torches are inexpensive, yet very potent. They can illuminate wide areas with a lot of brightness. Even 400 lumens is sufficient to do the work, however, if you want to take it further, you can opt for a tactical torchlight which will have features for self-defense against both animals and people, and can illuminate over 1000 lumens. Depending on the features and power capabilities, their price can range from $30 to several hundreds.
Equip yourself with the needed camping accessories and head for your next adventure. Leave your worries behind and just breathe, travel and relax. Life is so much better when you find joy in the small things. Happy camping!
