Van Tuong (24 years old, Da Nang), a young man passionate about camping, shared about preparing luggage for those who are participating in this sport for the first time: "From basic items such as tents, sleeping bags, cooking stoves, to auxiliary items such as flashlights, knives, repair tools, all play an important role in creating an interesting and memorable camping experience."
Camping trips give the experiencer a feeling of wildness, freedom, and adventure.
Tuong noted that most camping trips will fall on weekends, in locations that are well known to many people. There, it will usually be easy to move around. Therefore, do not bring too many unnecessary items for the camping trip, which will make the trip more cumbersome. You should choose locations with a certain level of safety (you should ask from people who have been to that location, to avoid cases such as theft, social evils, and wild animals). Anticipating weather problems and natural disasters is also important to keep yourself safe. "And most importantly, minimize to have a proper trip," Tuong emphasized.
Tents and accessories
A tent is essential for a great overnight camping trip. Don’t skimp on buying or renting a double-walled tent, or just save money and sleep in the rain. A quality tent will keep you dry and protected from the elements.
A tent is an important item in camping gear.
Before choosing a tent, consider your needs. You can choose a compact tent if you want to relax alone, or a larger tent to suit the number of participants. You can choose the color and design that suits your preferences to make the trip more enjoyable. However, make sure that the tent has a sturdy frame, good water and wind resistance, easy to install and disassemble to deploy on the camping area without too much difficulty.
Your tent is your "home" during your camping trip. So make sure you have a reliable, comfortable tent to create a memorable, safe camping experience.
Sleeping bag
When preparing luggage for a camping trip, an indispensable factor is the sleeping bag. However, choose thin sleeping bags that can withstand cold temperatures of about 10 degrees Celsius, suitable for the weather where you plan to camp. These sleeping bags are often compact, can be reduced to the size of just one hand.
Don't forget to bring your sleeping bag, or you can also prepare a waterproof hammock and a thermal pad.
In case you are planning to explore the North, where the climate is colder, then of course you will need thicker sleeping bags, larger in size and able to withstand cold down to -10 degrees Celsius. This will ensure that you will feel warm and comfortable while sleeping under the harsh weather conditions of the North.
Flashlight
When you are planning a camping trip, it is important to have enough lighting. Whether you want to enjoy the romantic sunset or simply need light to move in the dark, lamps will be indispensable.
Prepare enough light so you don't have to fumble around in the dark.
The easiest thing to carry in your camping gear is a flashlight. This type of light provides light to guide you in the dark, making it easy to move around and explore your surroundings. In addition, flashlights are also used as a first aid tool in case of need. In case of an accident, flashlights are used to create a signal to rescue forces or others in the search area. Make sure you have enough spare batteries to ensure continuous light throughout the trip.
Stove, grill
Choosing the right cooking equipment is also an important part of camping. If the campsite has a grill rental service, you will not have to bring this equipment on the list of things to prepare.
However, if you want to prepare and cook your own food, or if there are no rental services available in the area you are going to, then bringing a grill is a must. There are many options for portable stoves, including pellet stoves, charcoal grills, wood-fired grills, electric grills, and more. Choosing the right type of stove depends on your personal needs, your group of preferences, and the conditions of the area you have chosen to camp.
Cooking together is also a fun activity when camping.
"The process of preparing the grill will ensure that you can enjoy delicious meals, in harmony with nature. In addition, cooking by yourself also brings an interesting interactive experience for you and your teammates on the camping trip," Tuong shared.
Food and drinks
A simple rule, each person should bring about 1 liter of water, not including water used for cooking. When preparing food, choose simple, compact dishes so that the trip does not become too cumbersome. Grilling food on a campfire or preparing dishes such as stir-fried snails with tamarind, steamed chips will be great choices. Raw food can be placed in a cooler for better preservation. This not only helps limit waste but also ensures that your food is always fresh and safe.
It is recommended to buy pre-cooked food, which can be reheated upon arrival to save time.
A good tip is to buy pre-cooked food before you get to your campsite, and then just heat it up. This saves time, allowing you to spend more time chatting and relaxing together before bed.
Personal items, basic medicines
When camping overnight, in addition to preparing clothes, you need to prepare and bring personal hygiene items such as: toothbrush, toothpaste, toothbrush cup, face towel, bath towel, shower soap, facial cleanser, skin care products, etc. These personal hygiene items help you clean your body, feel more comfortable and pleasant even in a place lacking amenities. "To make these personal hygiene items easy to find, not lost, mixed with other items, you should pack them in separate bags and boxes for easy access and use. In addition, you should also bring other items such as knives, multi-purpose tools, etc. just in case you need them," Tuong added.
Don't forget to bring any medicines that you may need for camping trips such as: stomachache medicine, pain relievers, fever reducers, anti-allergy medicine, cold medicine, cough medicine, etc. When you arrive in a strange environment, it is very possible that you or someone in the camping group will have health problems because your body has not adapted to the new environment, or because of unsanitary food, catching a cold, etc.
Bring enough personal items and basic medicine to feel more secure during your camping experience.
