Make your next trip to the great Sierra mountain range comfortable! While you savor the endless scenic views, you might not enjoy the site as much if you don’t have a comfortable campsite to live in while sleeping outdoors. Try out that camping trip again—but better—with this list of essentials to make your next outdoor adventure in the Sierra more comfortable.
Essential Camping Tools for Repairs
Before you start traveling to the campsite, make sure you sure have your camping tools. Tools like a saw or mattress repair kit come in handy when collecting firewood and repairing your bed, so you don’t end up sinking to the floor in the middle of the night.
Keep your supply list simple, but list the most important items. You should include these things in your camping tools list:
- Tools for your tent.
- Broom and dustpan to keep the area clean.
- Bring a multi-use tool for cutting, screwing, and eating if you forget utensils.
Necessary Gear To Have on the Campsite
For the campsite to work, you need the right gear. Without the right stuff, like a sleeping bag or pillow— or the tent—you’re going to find it hard to stay warm. And when you’re out in the wilderness, finding someplace dry to stay the night might not be possible.
Here is what to have with you at the campsite:
- Tent
- Chairs and table
- Flashlights
Create a Cozy Outdoor Kitchen With These Necessities
A temporary outdoor kitchen is possible to set up. While most campsites have drinkable water, you’re going to be supplying your own food supplies and cooking utensils. Bring a frying pan and a portable stove with you. If you plan to have a campfire, you could cook your food over an open flame instead. You could use aluminum foil for cooking all your food, or a cooking surface—just don’t forget to bring pots and pans!
Mind the Climate and Bring the Right Clothes
Before going on a nature hike at a nearby forest preserve, you know what shoes and clothes to wear before trekking. You can apply the same rule to unfamiliar climates. It’s a good idea to research the places you want to go to and learn about their environments. Check out the weather throughout the year so you can pick the best timeframe to go. Pack moisture-wicking T-shirts and undergarments, and always bring a lightweight jacket in case of rain.
Some Extra Items To Tote With You
Every outdoorsy person is ready to pack their car and hit the road, waving goodbye to their hometown until they return. No one can enjoy their camping trip without having some extra items packed for a more comfortable journey. Bring a tote full of fun items like a star chart, field guide, and traveler’s notebook to document your favorite parts of your adventure.
Even as you think of other essentials for your next camping trip, you should consider bringing a portable generator because it keeps everything running and your devices charging. You’ll not only have a better time camping outdoors, but you’ll enjoy the views a little more.
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Generator? Leave all you electronics at home or in the car. It’s camping you cell phone addicts. You don’t need that crap!!!