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Camping Gear You Can Buy at Walmart
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Cooking & Eating
This pan is big enough to fry up a quesadilla and sturdy enough to stay put over an open flame where there is a lot of activity at camp.
Anything similar from your kitchen or a thirft store will work (just be sure any teflon coating is intact with thrifted/used pans!).
Anything similar from your kitchen or a thirft store will work (just be sure any teflon coating is intact with thrifted/used pans!).
Mainstays Ceramic Aluminum 10"
The selling point here is the straining lid! If you're going to buy a pot for camping get one that is multi-purpose! It is also sturdy enough to stay put on an open flame while there is a lot of movement happening around camp.
You may want to size up from the 1qt (this same brand has 3qt and 4qt) if you have a larger family or plan to cook meals for more than three people at a time.
At the end of the day any pot you have in your kitchen (or you can find thrifting or on Marketplace) will get the job done.
You may want to size up from the 1qt (this same brand has 3qt and 4qt) if you have a larger family or plan to cook meals for more than three people at a time.
At the end of the day any pot you have in your kitchen (or you can find thrifting or on Marketplace) will get the job done.
1Qt Stainless Steel Saucepan with Straining Lid
This cutting board set has two things going for it – there are two cutting boards (one for pre-cook, one for finished food/serving) and it is non-slip with rubber “feet”. These are both very useful at camp…trust me.
But, honestly, any easy-to-clean cutting board will get the job done for your first few camping trips. With time you will find your own “must have” preferences.
But, honestly, any easy-to-clean cutting board will get the job done for your first few camping trips. With time you will find your own “must have” preferences.
2 Piece Non-Slip Cutting Board
These small packs of (or even individual) silverware are a great way to slowly build up your camping kitchen set up.
Old silverware or thrifted silverware are also great option. When you start out it's best to take only what you think you'll need – you can always speed wash a piece of silverware.
Old silverware or thrifted silverware are also great option. When you start out it's best to take only what you think you'll need – you can always speed wash a piece of silverware.
Stainless Steel Dinner Spoon, 3-Piece Set
A knife with a sheath/cover is essential.
The cover allows you to keep the knife safely stashed with all your other kitchen utensils. It will also keep your knife usable for longer by protecting the sharp edge (and sharpening it with this particular knife).
The cover allows you to keep the knife safely stashed with all your other kitchen utensils. It will also keep your knife usable for longer by protecting the sharp edge (and sharpening it with this particular knife).
8-inch Stainless Steel Chef Knife with Self-Sharpening Sleeve
You will need a strong set of utensils that are *not* plastic to use while cooking around an open flame (grill or campfire). This set is great because it is stainless steel and it has all the basics.
Stainless Steel 4-Piece Utensil Set:
These plastic tumblers are a great upgrade from single use plastic cups. They are sturdy, they will survive life at camp, and they are easy to clean (even dishwasher friendly for when you get back home).
Plastic Tumbler, 18-Ounce
These are large bowls and can be used in place of a plate if needed. We use them for ramen, pasta, salads, snacks, or even sandwiches with chips tucked in on the side.
Plastic Cereal Bowl, 38-Ounce
These large plates are great for serving, eating, and snacking. They are easy to clean and dishwasher safe (when you get home and do a deep clean).
0.5 Inch Round Plastic Plate
You won't realize how useful these tongs are until you forget them at home…they are worth the space they take up!
Grill Mini Tongs, Locking Ring
This table is a bit of an “extra perk” option but I highly recommend it. It is lightweight, it folds down small, and it may save your sanity at a campsite with a wonky picnic table.
I have had this table for 3+ years and it has been used at almost every. single. campsite. I've been to.
I have had this table for 3+ years and it has been used at almost every. single. campsite. I've been to.
4' Adjustable Height Centerfold Folding Table
You need a way to cook food (or at least boil water) when you don't have access to a campfire. This butane stove fits the bill.
The biggest perk of this butane stove is the carrying case that will keep all the “stove stuff” in one place and easy to pack into the car. There is no need to worry about getting cooking splatter or grease on you other gear when it is all packed awa...
The biggest perk of this butane stove is the carrying case that will keep all the “stove stuff” in one place and easy to pack into the car. There is no need to worry about getting cooking splatter or grease on you other gear when it is all packed awa...
Olympia Portable Butane Camp Stove
Don't forget your fuel!
(And don't bring propane when you have a butane stove)
(And don't bring propane when you have a butane stove)
Butane Canister
Shelter & Sleeping
A camp chair is a must.
This camp chair is sturdy enough for adults while also having a slightly lower (ie: kid-friendly). Get enough for everyone to have their own chair around the campfire.
This camp chair is sturdy enough for adults while also having a slightly lower (ie: kid-friendly). Get enough for everyone to have their own chair around the campfire.
Ozark Trail Quad Folding Camp Chair with Cup Holder, Black
A “dome tent” is essential if you're camping in Colorado. Even in the most protected campsites you will want the added weather protection of a dome tent (vs. the cabin tent which may offer more interior space but the wind will keep you awake).
This Coleman dome tent hits all the basics: larger foot print with room for the family, a rainfly that is easy to remove, a large door, ventilation.
This Coleman dome tent hits all the basics: larger foot print with room for the family, a rainfly that is easy to remove, a large door, ventilation.
Coleman Sundome 4-Person Weatherproof Dome Tent with Ventilation
An insulated sleeping pad is mandatory.
You may think a thicker air mattress will be more comfortable but all of that uninsulated air in the standard air mattress will make you colder through the night.
If you have the resources, opt for a self-inflating, insulated sleeping pad like this Ozark Trail option.
You may think a thicker air mattress will be more comfortable but all of that uninsulated air in the standard air mattress will make you colder through the night.
If you have the resources, opt for a self-inflating, insulated sleeping pad like this Ozark Trail option.
Ozark Trail Self-Inflating Large Rectangular Sleeping Pad
If you want to stay warm overnight it is best to get a sleeping bag that is rated for temperatures 10-20F *below* what you expect to camp in. The rating is about what is survivable…not what is comfortable.
This Ozark Trails mummy bag will keep you warm and it does pack down quite small.
This Ozark Trails mummy bag will keep you warm and it does pack down quite small.
Ozark Trail 10-Degree Cold Weather Mummy Sleeping Bag