I have been camping for over 35 years and am reaching that point where I like the good things in life, even while camping. Over time, I have found a number of resources which have become essential to my camping trips. If you enjoy camping, but don't want to leave civilization behind, you might want to try these out as well.
First, are collapsible buckets, which can be purchased at most camping our outdoor stores. Collapsed, they take up little to no space, so you can bring more than one without sacrificing precious storage space.
Open the buckets up, however, and you have a full size bucket that holds up to 3 gallons of water. They are strong, too, you can safely carry cold or hot water without fear of them spilling or collapsing. This is one resource you want more than one of, so you can use them to hold fish, wash dishes, and anything else you can think of.
I never go camping without my stainless steel super cooler, which I store my food and dairy products in. It can keep ice frozen for up to five days, even in temperatures up to 90 degrees, so I don't have to rely on canned goods and survival food on my camping trips. I take a smaller, more portable cooler for water and drinks, but with my super cooler for the food items I can eat well even while camping.
If you are like me and can't wake up without your morning java, I suggest single serve coffee tea bags. The coffee grounds are secured inside the tea bag, so there are no messy coffee grounds to clean up. Don't let the single serving bags throw you if you prefer a whole pot, just boil water and dump several of the bags in at the same time. Let them steep, transfer to a thermos, and you are ready to go! Beware, however, not all single serve coffee is equal. Some tastes downright bad, so choose your brand with care.
Hauling everything you need on your camping trip can be a real hassle. I have found that plastic milk crates are a great solution. You can use them to cart food, dishes, cooking gear, propane, and whatever else you can think of. Try to find the real ones used by dairies rather than the replacements sold in most home stores (many dairies will sell you a few or even give you ones they don't need anymore). They are much more sturdy and can double as a stool to sit or stand on.
And finally, don't leave home without a plan B in case it rains. There is nothing more depressing than to be stuck in camp with nothing to do. I like the game Apple to Apples, because it is small and can be easily tucked in with your other gear, and it is fun to play for a wide range of ages. I never hit the road without it, just in case.
With just a few simple additions to your camping gear, you can bring the comforts of home on your next camping trip. Happy Trails!
First, are collapsible buckets, which can be purchased at most camping our outdoor stores. Collapsed, they take up little to no space, so you can bring more than one without sacrificing precious storage space.
Open the buckets up, however, and you have a full size bucket that holds up to 3 gallons of water. They are strong, too, you can safely carry cold or hot water without fear of them spilling or collapsing. This is one resource you want more than one of, so you can use them to hold fish, wash dishes, and anything else you can think of.
I never go camping without my stainless steel super cooler, which I store my food and dairy products in. It can keep ice frozen for up to five days, even in temperatures up to 90 degrees, so I don't have to rely on canned goods and survival food on my camping trips. I take a smaller, more portable cooler for water and drinks, but with my super cooler for the food items I can eat well even while camping.
If you are like me and can't wake up without your morning java, I suggest single serve coffee tea bags. The coffee grounds are secured inside the tea bag, so there are no messy coffee grounds to clean up. Don't let the single serving bags throw you if you prefer a whole pot, just boil water and dump several of the bags in at the same time. Let them steep, transfer to a thermos, and you are ready to go! Beware, however, not all single serve coffee is equal. Some tastes downright bad, so choose your brand with care.
Hauling everything you need on your camping trip can be a real hassle. I have found that plastic milk crates are a great solution. You can use them to cart food, dishes, cooking gear, propane, and whatever else you can think of. Try to find the real ones used by dairies rather than the replacements sold in most home stores (many dairies will sell you a few or even give you ones they don't need anymore). They are much more sturdy and can double as a stool to sit or stand on.
And finally, don't leave home without a plan B in case it rains. There is nothing more depressing than to be stuck in camp with nothing to do. I like the game Apple to Apples, because it is small and can be easily tucked in with your other gear, and it is fun to play for a wide range of ages. I never hit the road without it, just in case.
With just a few simple additions to your camping gear, you can bring the comforts of home on your next camping trip. Happy Trails!
About the Author:
Randy Schoonover is the founder of Single Brew Coffee, the first 100% gourmet ground single serve coffee to be put in a filter bag in North America. Single Brew Coffee is a superior blend, freshly roasted and ground to specific standards. Single Brew Coffee is the only single serve coffee worth drinking. Learn more at singlebrew.com.
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