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Q: What kind of camping gear, equipment & essentials do I need?
I am taking my family camping in a few weeks. What kind of camping equipment do I need?

I have a small list of what I have so far:

1. Tent
2. Sleeping bags
3. plates and silverware
4. food (but what kind?)

A: bug spray, sunscreen, clothes warm and cold it often gets cold at night depending on where you are.

Ponchos in case it rains, fishing poles, pots and pans how do you plan to cook? on the open fire on a grill? on a camp stove?
You might need charcoal, firewood, Propane depending on what and how you plan to cook.

Toilet paper, air matresses and pump,paper towels, hot dogs are a easy meal. Cooler with drinks and water.

It all depends how much you want to rough it.

Oh and don’t forget trash bags.

Q: What is the best website to buy camping gear?
Does anyone know who the best online retailer is for camping equipment (Sierra Designs and Mountain Hardware)? I am going to purchase a new tent, sleeping bag, and backpack.

A: For top quality gear and exceptional customer service check out:
www.rei.com or www.ems.com

For great gear and great prices check out:
www.llbean.com = amazing deals on gortex
or
www.sierratradingpost.com = great outlet prices on name brands.

Q: Is there a place to rent camping equipment in New England (NH, MA, VT)? Tents and cooking gear?
Is there a place to rent camping equipment in New England (NH, MA, VT)? Tents and cooking gear?

A: I do not know of anyplace but I think you would be surprised by how cheap the gear is for the things you mention. You can probably get fairly roomy tent for $20 – $25 at a place like wal-mart. Cooking equipment might be a bit more pricier but I would imagine it is not that cheap to rent either.

I don’t know if this helps. Sorry I can’t tell you a place to check out for rentals.

Q: What’s the best Universal Resource Guide out there for learning about Backcountry camping?
I have my trusty old and severely worn Boy Scout manual, but it’s woefully behind the times. I am headed to hike around the base of Mt. Hood in September and I want to be able to prepare for the journey by acquiring all the right camping gear I possibly can. I need a resource guide for that, however, and I don’t know that one really exists. Example: If I wanted to learn all about boating, I’d buy “Chapman’s Guide to Piloting.” Is there something like that out there that covers camping equipment, gear, technology, physical preparedness, wilderness survival techniques, etc. Thanks!

A: How about going to a bookstore or your local BSA and getting a current issue of the Boy Scout’s Manual?

You might also want to try something like:

“How to Survive Anywhere:
A Guide for Urban, Suburban, Rural, And Wilderness Environments”
By: Christopher Nyerges
ISBN-10: 0811733041
ISBN-13: 978-0811733045

OR

Camping & Wilderness Survival:
The Ultimate Outdoors Book
By: Paul Tawrell
ISBN-10: 0974082023
ISBN-13: 978-0974082028

They sell both on Amazon.

You might want to check out some of the other books written by Christopher Nyerges too!

If you really want to get rustic, there’s:

PETERSON FIELD GUIDES
Edible Wild Plants.
.

Q: What are some name brand camping equipment manufactures (10 pts)
Who are some of the top manufactures for camping equipment such as sleeping bags, tents, climbing gear, backpacks, stoves, etc…

I would like to browse their websites.
I need something a little more heavy duty for upper Canada/Alaska near the tundra and lower forests.

I also woudn’t mind it being universal for the most extreme cold climates.

I get catalogs from Cabelas, Sierra Trading Post, and Gander Mountain.

Do you know any others?

A: Not really manufacturers but… As mentioned is REI and Adventure 16: http://www.adventure16.com/

The question for sleeping bags is whether you’re going to be in wet areas. It’s especially important at freezing temperatures to keep dry. I use synthetics in this type of weather. Another suggestion is a top of the line goretex bag with the best goose down available. Get the one with the best subzero rating that you can find, and when its warmer, leave it unzipped. Better a little cool on warmer nights than freezing your rear off during an unexpected storm. I’ve been snowed in for days during a freak blizzard and during that trip I took a light summer bag to save weight…. it was pretty miserable and a GREAT adventure, now I take the best and use it unzipped.

I believe that there are some good gortex covers that can be purchased.

EDIT: I just learned a little from this site: http://www.weasel.com/gear_bag.html

Q: Camping Equipment?
Hello,
I love to hike and camp and noticed that alot of the “camelbacks” are in liters and go up to 1.5 liters. I like to hike year round and 1.5 liters is nothing for me. I like to drink a lot of fluids when I hike. Can anyone tell me if there is a camelback that is in gallons, and/or carrys much more than 1.5 liters?
Also with the “mummy” like spleeping bags, which tempature is appropriate for me? I have seen them say -20F degress up to 30F degrees? Where I camp it can be as cold as 5F degrees . Which tempature sleeping bag will keep me warm, without me spending more money on a lower tempature sleeping bag?
Last question. Does anyone know where I can get good quality hiking/camping supplies at good prices? I love going to REI but their prices seem a little “out there”. I’ve been to Ebay, and have seen some great items, but I don’t know enough about the gear to know if the products are quality products or junk.
Thanks everyone for taking the time to answer my questions.
Rudyb

A: The largest Camelbak holds 100 ounces of liquid which is about 2.95 liters and about 0.779 of a gallon, which is a lot! If you need more you could carry a 32 oz. water bottle or two. You might also consider you only “want” a lot of water, but don’t really “need” it?

As for the mummy bags, if it gets down to 5 degrees then go with a 5 degree sleeping bag. Anything under that is overkill.

There are many stores online that sell the same top quality gear as REI for less. REI does have the advantage of unrestricted returns, no questions asked, and the ability to join their co-op, saving money via a yearly dividend. But there’s also http://www.campmor.com/
http://www.backcountrygear.com/index.cfm
http://www.backcountry.com/
http://www.prolitegear.com/index.html

http://www.travelcountry.com/catalog/golite/index.html

Q: Is there anywhere i can rent camping gear in southern california?
I want to go camping but not buy all the equipment is there anywhere that does that?

A: Two thoughts on that.
#1 is REI (www.REI.com) they are basically the #1 supplier of high grade camping/backpacking/climbing equipment and they rent most of it at almost any of their stores. Check their website for one near you.
# 2 some Military surplus stores also have rental equipment.

Q: Camping gear suggestions?
I’m looking to buy brand new camping equipment because I haven’t upgraded in about 10 years.

I am getting a new job that pays well and can afford more expensive gear.

What are some suggestions? backpacks, stoves, hiking shoes/boots, tents, etc.

A: check this link for gear reviews

http://www.trailspace.com/gear/

check these links for tent and pack

http://www.moosejaw.com/moosejaw/shop/product_Sierra-Designs-Assailant-1-Person-Tent_10042610____?cm_mmc=Affiliate-_-AvantLink-_-na-_-397_d192219&ad_id=Avant&avad=397_d192219

http://www.rei.com/webservices/rei/DisplayStyle/766117?source=19113&cm_mmc=aff_cj-_-datafeed-_-product-_-na&mr:trackingCode=DFBAFE5D-0319-DE11-B4E3-0019B9C043EB&mr:referralID=NA&siteId=cjIsd2x-it3792&URL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2FOM%2Fstyle%2F766117%3Fcm_mmc%3Daff_cj-_-datafeed-_-product-_-na%26mr%3AtrackingCode%3DDFBAFE5D-0319-DE11-B4E3-0019B9C043EB%26mr%3AreferralID%3DNA&PID=1070188&cm_mmc=CJ-_-Aff-_-1070188-_-10456937&AID=10456937

Q: Any backpackers in Cairns neeed a car with full camping equipment?
My boyfriend is currently selling his station wagon with full camping equipment in Cairns asap. He has used the car to backpack from Perth to Melbourne, then Melbourne to Cairns and so now it’s the end of his trip and he and his car must part ways.

If you’re interested please see ad on http://digiads.com.au/carsales/used-cars/USED-1993-HOLDEN-COMMODORE-WAGON-CAR-FOR-SALE-CAIRNS-QLD-4870.htm
or email me on sangie_bum@hotmail.com for further details.

Here are some details:
1993 HOLDEN COMMODORE VR
Price:
$2,800
Odometer:
330 km
Rego Expiry:
Jun/2008
This Used HOLDEN COMMODORE VR car for sale good rolling beast with good tires
comes with fuel and water tanks
spare oil, power steering fluid, radiator coolant…
spare tire with jack

comes with full camping gear also, please enquire for more details (not enough space here! )

A: Why don’t you see this question posted just after yours – http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=As2iZs5wBX4nsO7SsxFc9GEY7RR.;_ylv=3?qid=20080518213146AAE3Q5g they are coming to Cairns and are wanting to buy a vechile to ‘backpack from Cairns.

Good Luck

Q: How good is REI brand equipment/gear?
I have a friend who works at REI and can get me a significant discount on REI brand equipment/gear. How good is the REI brand when it comes to camping and hiking (backpacks, sleeping bags, tents, etc…)? Is there quality comparable to higher priced name brands?

A: Their stuff is excellent, not just their products but the company’s commitment to stand behind them! If you have an “in” go for it. However, the regular old customer has the option of paying for a membership and then WHATEVER WHENEVER you decide you don’t like a piece you bought there…you can return it no questions asked. IF your “in” nullifies this, you may have some thinking to do. But their gear is off the chain.

BTW use your credit card for anything you expect to last a while, in case it doesn’t! Then they can just swipe your card as proof of purchase.

Q: How do you go to a camping site far off that can be reached only in flight?
I am wondering how to carry the entire camping gear to a far off camp site . I am in san antonio and want to go to Yellow Stone. Driving up there is not possible at all and can be reached only by flight. Do they rent camping equipments by the way?

A: Pack lightly, take your ten essentials and nothing luxurious. Camping in the backcountry in Yellowstone will require a backcountry permit which you can get at a ranger’s station in the park. Get a large hiking pack and take ONLY what you will need!! Remember that anything you pack in, you are going to have to pack back out. This means leave no trace that you were ever in the woods. If you have never been on a hiking trip before, it is a good idea to take a small weekend trip on a well-defined trail to see what you will need and won’t need before you take any longer trips.

BY THE WAY, you can’t do an air drop into a national park. use your brain.

Often times you can rent some forms of camping gear at REI stores. Things such as camping stoves, tents, sleeping bags, etc.

Make sure to condition before you go out on a long hike!

Hope this helps!

Q: Can someone provide me with a list of camping equipment?
I will be going for the first time in January and was wondering what kind of gear is good aside from the obvious like, sleeping bag and a tent.

A: Camping Checklist
Preparation is essential for any outdoor adventure. Having the necessary supplies and equipment can make a difference in your overall enjoyment and experience. Checklists are a great tool to help with your organization. Your camping list will vary according to the type of camping and activities you have planned, the places you are going, the time of year and the length of your trip. Add or remove items to suit your individual needs. Please email us with any other items that you would include in your camping checklist.

Shop our Camp Store for any items you may need

Shelter
Bedding

__Tent __Sleeping bag
__Ground cloth/tarp __Sheets/blankets
__Extra stakes __Pillow
__Shade tarp/poles/rope/stakes __Air mattress/sleeping pad/cot/tarp
__Axe or hammer __Air pump
__Mat for tent entrance __Repair kit for air mattress
__Dust pan/brush __Utility bags for storage

Cooking

__Large water jug & water bucket __Potholders/oven mitts
__Coolers/ice __Pots and frying pans with lids
__Thermos __Soap for outside of pots and pans
__Stove with fuel/propane __Cook utensils-spatula, knife, spoon
__Matches/lighter __Tongs
__Charcoal/firewood/buddy burner __Skewers/grill forks
__Dutch oven/tin can stove/box oven/etc __Can opener/bottle opener
__Campfire grill/BBQ grill __Folding table
__Fire starters/newspaper __Dutch oven
__Tablecloth/thumb tacks/clips __Pie irons
__Plates & bowls/paper plates & bowls __Mugs/paper cups
__Silverware/plastic silverware __Mixing bowl
__Measuring cups __Cutting board
__Heavy-duty aluminum foil __Ziplock bags
__Paper towels __Napkins
__Trash bags __Dish pan
__Dish soap __Dish rags/towels
__Clothes pins __Scrub pad/brillo
__Cooking oil/Pam spray __Seasonings/sugar/condiments
__Containers for food storage __Potato peeler

Clothes Personal
__Shoes/boots __Shower shoes/flip flops
__Jeans/pant/belt __Towels/washcloth
__Shorts __Soap in plastic case/shampoo
__T-shirts __Tooth brush/tooth paste
__Socks/extra socks __ Deodorant
__Hat __Comb/brush
__Bandana __Razor
__Sweatshirt/jacket __Feminine products
__Underwear __Toilet paper
__Sleep clothes __Shower bag or 5 gallon bucket
__Rain gear __Camping shower/shower pump
__Swim suit/towel __Other personal items
__Laundry bag __Personal medications–take extra

Miscellaneous
__Sunscreen/chapstick __Flashlight/batteries
__Lantern with fuel/mantles __Pocket knife
__Extra batteries/bulbs __Plastic grocery bags
__Compass __Binoculars
__Bug repellant/candles __Rope/clothes line
__Whistle __Canteen/water bottle/coffee pot
__Water filters/purification/treatment __Bungi cords/straps
__Camera/battery/film/video __Cards/games/toys
__Books/magazines __Duct tape/electrical tape
__Candles __Notepad/pen
__Maps/directions __Reservations info./confirmation
__Misc. tools __Cell phone/charger & 2-way radios/walkie talkies
__Backpack/fanny pack __Small shovel
__Fishing gear/license/bait __Safety pins
__Radio __Money/ID/credit card/quarters
__Musical instruments/song books __Bikes/helmets
__Camp chairs __Travel alarm clock
__Sunglasses __Work gloves
__Hammock __Umbrella
__First aid kit __Hand wipes
__Tissues __Drinks/snacks
__Saw/axe __Small sewing kit
__Park map/guidebooks/trail maps __Fire extinguisher
__Lantern pole or hanger __Hot chocolate/tea bags/coffee
__Collapsible drying rack __Scissors
__Popcorn __Watch
__Marshmallows, Graham crackers, Hershey bars (Smores)
__Tell someone of your plans – give details of where you are going and when
you expect to return, give directions and possible alternative roads that you may take, provide cell phone numbers, vehicle description and license plate numbers, hand-held radio channel and codes that you will use, and provide local authority phone numbers (State Police, Game & Fish Commission, Sheriff Dept, etc.) for the county or area that you will be in.

Basic First Aid

**The following list is only a suggestion of some of the supplies you should consider for your first aid kit. You should personalize your kit to meet your needs, activities and situations. The key to a good first aid kit is its usability. What supplies to include and how much of each item should be based upon your individual needs.

__Personal medications __Triangular bandages
__Roll bandages __Misc. Band Aides/bandages
__Adhesive tape __Anti-acids (Tums, Rolaides)
__Antiseptic wipes __Antibiotic cream
__Sterile gauze pads __Aspirin/Ibuprofen/Tylenol/Naproxin
__Cotton swabs __Hydrogen Peroxide
__Tweezers __Ace bandages
__Safety pins __Sunburn lotion
__Scissors __Burn ointment
__Bee sting kit __Snake bit kit
__Sinus medications __Eye drops
__Tissues __Poison ivy cream/cleansers
__Bug repellant __Heat/cold packs
__Sunscreen __Small flashlight
__Notepad/pen __Latex gloves
__Sterile compresses __Antibacterial soap
__Splinting materials __Thermometer
__Personal information/contact person __Coins for emergency phone calls
__Feminine products __Antibiotic soap
__Ipecac __Butterfly bandages
__Razor blades __Twine
__Plastic bags __Mole skin for blisters
__Small bottle of water __Road flares
__Blanket __First aid manual
__Other personal needs __Nail clippers
__Small mirror

and have lots of fun!!!

Q: need help getting started collecting camping equipment?
My fiance and I are registering on Amazon.com for our wedding because we want to build some a supply of camping gear. It’s me, him, and our 4 year old. We need a tent, coleman stove, you name it. I just don’t know where to start. I want to get quality stuff so any advice would be appreciated to get started. We probably will mostly do “car camping” to start, where you park right near your camp site. If someone has a list of stuff I could register for, that would be great. I remember my mom taking us all the time when we were little, and this is a tradition I would like to carry on. We really need help on choosing the right coleman stove and a tent! We probably will register for cots too. ( a luxury I didn’t have as a kid. ha ha.

A: A large air bed is better than a cot by far. A small (3-4 man) double wall, free standing dome type tent (with a full fly that reaches the ground, none of those little tiny flies just on the tip) for sleeping only, and a larger screen tent to go over or near the picnic table, where you’ll spend a lot of time, would be nice. Folding chairs are sturdier than those fold up chairs if you have room to pack them. You’ll want a good thick cooler, and two burner Coleman stove, and decent sleeping bags, not cotton but 100% synthetic. Always get the smallest, least fancy item, you might need, not the most complicated, but the most traditional and not the biggest and most expensive.

Coleman stoves and coolers are good but tents and sleeping bags are not their forte. A better bet would be to register at REI.

This air bed will fit into this tent:
http://www.rei.com/product/761895

http://www.amazon.com/Wenzel-Queen-Insta-Bed-Built-Pump/dp/B000B5KUAY/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&qid=1217483165&sr=8-15

http://www.amazon.com/Coleman-5430E700-Two-Burner-Propane-Stove/dp/B00005OU9D/ref=pd_bbs_sr_3?ie=UTF8&s=electronics

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_sg/105-4347332-3500414?url=search-alias%3Dsporting&field-keywords=screen+tent&x=0&y=0

Q: Packing dslr equipment for a camping trip?
I’m leaving for a 6 day camping trip tomorrow, and i was just wondering if anyone had any tips for how to pack the camera gear, like how would you pack the lenses, what extra things one may need etc. I’m already bringing a cleaning kit and camera manual, and im just looking for useful tips that I could use to improve the packing. I have a small camera bag to bring equip. in.

thanks

A: If you are using a backpack, I would put everything in the camera bag and put it in the pack on top where it is accessable. Fishmeister’s idea for the plastic baggies is a good one. I’ve never had a problem shooting in the rain and both my camera and I have gotten soaked, but I wouldn’t recommend my careless attitude to someone else.

I would take at least one (1) extra battery and at least one (1) extra memory card. If you can, figure out how many pictures you think you will take and plan on enough battery power and storage capacity for that.

I carry two lenses for the APCS cameras I use when backpacking. A 16-50 zoom and a 50-250mm zoom. That gives me wide angle for the panoramas and a reasonable effective 400mm for wildlife shots, etc.

If you don’t have one, get a polarizing filter. They are great for landscapes. They take the glare off of leaves, giving you more saturation in the colors and when the sunlight is about 90 degrees to the side of what you are shooting you get really nice blue skies. If you are in an area where the rock formations are primarily granite and/or glacially polished a polarizer also cuts down the glare from the polished rock. This gives more detail in the rocks and because they reflect such large areas of light, help increase the contrast and saturation of the whole image. Large areas of reflecting rock (large in terms of area in the frame) don’t create flare, but they will create a ‘veiling’ effect over the whole image.

Keep your most used lens on the camera for both convenience and because packing with a lens attached takes up the least room.

Hope that helps.

Vance

Q: What gear and equipment do I need for mountain climbing?
I’m going to hike the 22-mile (35½ kilometre) Mourne Wall next week. It has been described as “one of the greatest mountain walks in Ireland”, but is a tough mountainous walk with some very steep and rocky slopes, along with some wet and boggy patches.

I already have (I think) everything I need, but just in case I have forgotten anything, what are your suggestions?

I’m only going to need to camp out overnight once, two full days of walking should complete it.

The advance weather forecast is good – dry but overcast with the temperature ranging from 17 to 24 degrees celcius (63 to 76 degrees fahrenheit)
The whole point of me asking this question on Yahoo Answers was so I wouldn’t need to go to a speciality store and ask someone. But thanks for your input.

A: check out a Dicks’ sporting goods store. They have alot of everything. Or they could direct you in the right direction. Maybe e-bay or something like that

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