Camping Checklist: This list is intentionally extensive; not every camper will need every item on every trip.
In and Around Camp
- Tent (with stakes and guylines)
- Tent footprint
- Tent-pole repair sleeve
- Sleeping bags (with optional liners)
- Sleeping pad/Air mattress/Cot
- Pillows
- Folding chair
- Headlamps (with extra batteries)
- Flashlights (with extra batteries, bulbs)
- Bug Spray
Items supplied by Hike It Florida for the Group
- Pump for air mattress
- Mallet or hammer (for tent stakes)
- Lanterns (with extra batteries)
- Water Jug
- Sun Shade
- Folding Table
- Pad/mattress repair kit
- Camp First Aid Kit
- Hiking First Aid Kit
- Full Tool Box
- Duct Tape
- All Cooking Gear
- Bug Spray
- Portable Shower (If needed)
Clothing & Footwear Packing List
Please check weather beforehand, come prepared.
- Moisture-wicking T-shirts
- Moisture-wicking underwear
- Quick-drying pants/shorts
- Long-sleeve shirts (for sun, bugs)
- Sun-shielding hats
- Swimsuit/ Towel
- Bandanas or buffs
- Boots or shoes suited to terrain
- Socks (synthetic or wool)
- Long underwear
- Sleepwear
- Insulating jacket or vest
- Insulated pants
- Gloves or mittens
- Rainwear (jacket and pants)
- Water sandals
- In-camp sandals or booties
Personal Items
List is all inclusive, not all items will be needed
- Sunscreen
- Lip balm
- Insect repellent
- Hand sanitizer
- Alcohol or antiseptic wipes
- Spare eyeglasses/contact lenses
- Prescription medications
- Toothbrush, toiletry kit
- Feminine products
- Cosmetics
- Brush/comb
- Eyeshades; earplugs
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Shower bag
Other Items
- Camera
- Memory cards/film
- Binoculars
- Maps
- Guidebook
- Interpretive field guides (flowers, insects)
- Star chart/night-sky identifier
- Paperbacks/DVDs or e-Books
- Notebook and pen/pencil
- Sketchpad with art supplies
- Radio or music player with headphones
- Two-way radios
- GPS receiver
- Cell phone
- Rain Suit