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Watch this free video clip on what to pack for your next camping trip.
There are 15 videos in this series:
Considering the weight, size and shape of your camping materials, packs and gear is important to ensure a safe and prepared camping trip.
Size, waist bands and the amount of gear you're taking will determine the right backpack for you. Learn more in this free video series.
Insect bites, poison ivy, lesions, sun burns and scrapes are a few outdoor maladies that plague campers. Learn more in this free video series.
Tennis shoes, hiking boots, sandals and slippers with rubber soles are all beneficial when camping. Learn more in this free video series.
Killing water-born pathogens with iodine is discussed in this free video series.
Caring and properly utilizing a water filtration pump while camping is discussed in this free video series.
Light and easy to pack are two great qualities of the down sleeping bag, however, their insulation does tend to leak. Learn more in this free video series.
Synthetic sleeping bags will still keep you warm and cozy if they're moist, however, its texture does not hold up under extreme heat. Learn more in this free video series.
Gas and electric stoves both have their pros and cons, so choose the right stove for you. Learn more in this free video series.
Choosing the proper underwear, bras, thermals and long johns for your camping trip is discussed in this free video series.
Choosing the proper jackets, hats, shoes and gloves for your camping trip is discussed in this free video series.
Ensuring that you have jackets, hats, gloves and shoes that will stand up to harsh weather conditions, including rain and snow, is discussed in this free video series.
Choosing between portable foam pads and air mattresses, and considering factors like comfort and how easily they can be stored while camping is discussed in this free video series.
Socks that are warm, durable, thick and comfortable for long walks and hiking are discussed in this free video series.
Canteens, thermoses, water bottles and other liquid containers that can be used while camping are discussed in this free video series.
Roughing it in the great outdoors is one of the those activities that awakens something deep inside of us, reminding us of the relationship between man and Earth, reminding us to look at the greatness, the intricacy of the world around us. Many people in the post-industrial world are surrounded by the infrastructure of the city and must drive 30 miles out of town to find someplace semi-deserted and free from the concrete of man's influence. Yet, even then some people even prefer to bring the city with them, only semi-roughing it with electricity, television, and air conditioning.
A camper should always be prepared and have everything he or she needs to survive in the wilderness but also not be too weighed down that they can not hike long distances. So packing for your camping trip is almost as important as the camping itself. Packing is an art in itself. Fitting many things into a small space and knowing what is essential to bring and what should be left behind is sometimes a difficult process. Our expert will show you exactly what you “need” and what you don't. Use these tips on your next camping trip!
This series is an Equilibrio Films production.
Daniel Schieffelin Daniel Schieffelin has a degree in Outdoor Education and Leadership from Sterling College in Vermont. He has worked outdoors in several stations including being a bike, back country travel, kayak, and climbing instructor in Southern Utah; working on the Appalachian Mountain Club's professional trail crew; and teaching life skills, instructing sailing courses with Outward Bound. Dan enjoys a variety of activities outdoors and otherwise. When not working at the gear store he ice climbs, hikes, hones his BB gun skills, collects tee shirts, and plans for future adventures like hiking the Appalachian Trail.dkdk
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