The Camper’s Toolbox

October 6 admin Camping Gear

The Camper’s Toolbox– Don’t Leave Home Without It!

As you prepare and pack for your camping trip questions come to mind.  What else do I need to bring?  What will I need that I didn’t think to bring?  What if something breaks?  After the trip is over we know what we wish we had brought along.  If we had brought the rope this task would have been easier, if only we had more duct tape, if we only had this or that …

We have created a list of things to include in your camper’s toolbox.  These essential tools simply go with you every time you go camping.  Keep them together in a bag or container and simply grab it when you pack to go camping.   You will be prepared to handle those little unplanned mishaps.  Add items to this list and your camper’s toolbox based on your camping experiences.

• Duct tape – duct tape fixes everything!  If something tears, rips, breaks, comes apart or won’t stay where you want it then get out the duct tape!  It can fix (at least temporarily) almost anything that can break or go wrong (i.e., patch tents, tarps and backpacks, fix shoes and jackets, tape down anything that might blow away)
• Tools:
  • Pocket knife – make sure it is sharp before you leave home
  • Pliers
  • Screw driver
  • Or, a good multi-tool that includes the above functions
  • Hammer
  • Small shovel
  • Ax
• Work gloves, use when handling logs to build the fire
• Several small pieces of lumber to use if the table, cot, or anything else needs leveling or extra support
• Bungee cords — so many uses when something won’t stay where you want it or won’t stay shut or in place.  Sorta like duct tape, helps handle the unexpected situations.
• Trash bags or plastic grocery sacks
  • Hang one on a tree limb when you arrive.  Pick up any trash that may have been left by the previous tenant, and use it for any trash you accumulate  keep the campsite clean.
  • Bring a large trash bag for every camper in your group, just in case everyone will need a raincoat
  • Bring one for your dirty clothes and wet clothes
• Rope – use to make a clothes line for any clothing that got wet, towels or anything else that needs to dry out
• Small broom and dustpan — keep your tent clean, clean off the picnic table
• Extra batteries – for your flashlight, headlamps, camera …
• First aid kit
• Insect repellent 
• Matches – waterproof them by dipping them in paraffin, store in a waterproof container like empty medicine or prescription bottles
• Water jug — bring water to the campsite from the nearest faucet for drinking, cooking and cleanup.  If you are going someplace more remote bring full jugs of water, include one for each camper.  Empty milk jugs work good.
• Can opener
• Ziploc bags — food preparation, food storage, taking lunch or snacks along on a hike, wet clothes, use as a pillow if someone forgot theirs
• Heavy foil – many uses in the preparation and storage of food
• Wash cloths — along with the usual personal care uses, have one for all the campers in the group to clean their hands after enjoying that wonderful meal you prepared
• Toilet paper — you never know how well supplied any facilities–if they exist–will be.  Store the roll in an empty 1 lb. coffee can.

Following are additional camping accessories you will want to consider including in your toolbox: MULTI-TOOL:   A good multi-tool is a must-have in your Campers Toolbox to handle any unexpected task while you are enjoying your outdoor adventures.  Consider one of these awesome Leatherman Multi-Tools:

 

Leatherman Leap Multi-Tool The Leatherman Leap is the first Leatherman multi-tool created created specifically for younger users! Designed with safety as the main priority, the Leap includes safety locks that keep fingers from the path of the tools,… [More] Price: $49.99  Buy Now

Leatherman Wave Multi-Tool with Nylon Sheath   The Leatherman Wave Multi-Tool is an essential piece of equipment you’ll want to use for almost any outdoor job. Includes needle-nose pliers, regular pliers, wire cutters, hard-wire cutters, clip-point knife, serrated knife, saw, wood/metal file, diamond-coated file, scissors, large screwdriver, large-bit driver, small-bit driver, ruler (8″), bottle/can opener, wire stripper and lanyard attachment, two double-end bits, and a nylon sheath. Handle material: stainless steel. 25-year limited warranty.       Price:  $89.99   Buy Now

 

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