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Gear Up for Adventure with My Camping Essentials
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Stephanie Dunn
Camping essentials are the backbone of outdoor adventures, catering to nature enthusiasts, thrill-seekers, and wanderers alike. Designed to enhance comfort, safety, and convenience in the great outdoors, these indispensable items are useful to a dive...
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Tents/Sleeping
 
Cooking
 
Accessories
 
Clothing

Tents/Sleeping

 
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2 bedroom tent.  Perfect for the larger family!
Camping 5-Person Tent – Air Seconds 5.2
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Very east set up!  I would recommend watching their video on how to close it though.  The first attempt was a challenge.  This is a great little tent and held up well on a cross Canada trip.
3-Person Camping Tent - 2 Seconds Grey
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I brought this on my cross Canada trip and it did the job.  It's simple was easy to inflate.
Single Self-Inflating Camping Sleeping Mat 190 x 65 cm - AG Confort
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If bugs are a problem, this tent has you covered!  Waterproof and bug proof!
VEVOR Camping Gazebo Tent, 12'x12', 6 Sided Pop-up
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Cooking

 
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Great for camping.  Folds up nicely to transport.  Great quality.  I also use it when canning.   So much better outdoors and not heating up the kitchen.
Camp Chef EX60LW Explorer 2 Burner Outdoor Stove
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I prefer to bring my own grill when camping.  This packs up nicely and I know it is clean when using it.  I never use the grills on the campsite.
Stansport Grill Tripod Cooker(18-Inch)
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French Press Coffee Maker, makes a good amount.
Stanley French Press 48oz, Stainless Steel
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A must have when camping.  Great for washing dishes and hand washing.
Coleman 5620B718G Water Carrier (5-Gallon, Blue)
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I love this set!  Everything packs up nicely and does not take up a lot of room.
Stanley Base Camp Cook Set For Four
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Nice and compact for travel and good size for washing dishes.
Stansport Collapsible Camp Sink
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Handy Coleman Classic.  I think every camper has owned one of these, and if you haven't, you should!
Coleman Classic Propane Stove, 2-Burner Camping Stove
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These are great if you are out hiking or back country camping.  Small and easy to carry and pack.
MARTIN Propane Burner | Single Burner Propane Stove
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Accessories

 
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These give off a lot of light.  Very useful when set up around the campsite.
LED Camping Lantern, Costech 4 Pack Portable
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I highly recommend keeping a log book when camping.  I always record my site and pros and cons of the park.  I also record sites that I may want to book in the future.
The Camping Logbook: Record Your Adventures
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I was skeptical on this but it worked really well!
Thermacell Mosquito Repellent Adventure EX90
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I was worried about buying an inflatable stand up paddle board but this one has held up great!  Ease to inflate.  Very durable and a great price point.
Retrospec Weekender Inflatable Stand Up Paddle
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I always keep a Life Straw on hand in my vehicle.  You never know when you might need it.  Great for camping off the beaten trail.  You never have to worry about clean water.
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter, 1 Pack
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My hammock comes with me everywhere.  Easy to set up.
Camping Hammock - Single&Double Lightweight
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Clothing

My must haves when camping and hiking. 

 
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I love ALL the colour combinations on this jacket!  It has served me well for over 3 years.  I may have to treat myself to another!
Women's Mountain Classic Anorak, Multi-Color
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