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33 GENERAL CAMPING: a list of what to take camping




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This article is from the Outdoor Activities for Young Children FAQ, by Gloria Logan glogan@atk.com with numerous contributions by others.

33 GENERAL CAMPING: a list of what to take camping

[She has a son: Cameron is 18 mos and *VERY* active, you name it he'll
try it. She was putting together a list of what to take camping. Here
is her results:]

Generally already known:
>life vest
>sun screen
>hat
>glasses
>syrup of ipecac (sp)
>first aid kit
>ice packs
>toys
>what for bugs..???
>etc

Some things that people added were:

-benadryl ointment as anti-itch for bug-bites
-tylenol or equivalent
-A&D ointment or Desitin
-paper towels
-extra diapers
-extra clothes
-Dr. Spock or whatever your favorite children's health book is
-canteen
-10% citronella, or Skedaddle brand DEET, not the usual bug repellent

-HAT
-very warm pajamas
-hooded jacket

-city water
-cheerios
-crackers
-rice cakes
-drink boxes
-cheese

-life vest
-long sleeved t's for sunblocker

-back pack carrier
-harness and tether

Some others that came to my mind -

-small pool
-water hose
-mittens
-thongs for showers
-tarp - to keep child off dirt or to put pool on if no grass..
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