27 Items to Pack on Your Next Adventure

Packing - it’s a daunting task, and even more so when you’re headed on an outdoor adventure. In addition to clothing and personal effects, you’ll need to pack your shelter, meals and everything you’ll want on hand if Mother Nature sends any challenges your way. If you’re prepared, you have a greater likelihood of enjoying the great outdoors to the fullest. 

We gathered this information from the industry experts including the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Lonely Planet and Real Simple, so check in with these sources for more detailed lists.

As you’re preparing for your trip, make sure you have these items: 

1. Tent 
2. Rain tarp
3. Extra tent stakes
4. Sleeping bags
5. Pillows
6. Cooling towel and/or fan in case of extreme heat
7. Lighter
8. Charcoal
9. Newspapers
10. Cooking utensils
11. Can openers 
12. Food - enough for everyone, plus some extra
13. Sunscreen and aloe vera
14. Bug spray and cream
15. Personal medications (plus a little extra in case you drop or lose any)
16. Tweezers in case you get a splinter
17. TUMSⓇ and Pepto BismolⓇ or comparable products
18. Bear spray 
19. Personal alarm
20. Pepper spray 
21. Flashlight 
22. First aid kit
23. Backup glasses or contacts
24. Pocket knife 
25. Hammer
26. Life preservers
27. Clothing - research your destination and pack accordingly

If you or people you know are going camping in an area protected by the National Park Service - along with about 3 million other people - this year, refer to this list as you pack for your trip. 

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