Going Camping This Spring? We’ve Made Your Packing List for You!

Everything you need to survive in the wild…for a few days.

For many of us, camping evokes many types of memories: Wholesome moments roasting marshmallows around the campfire, interspersed with a lot of rashes, mosquito bites, wet sleeping bags, burned-out batteries, expletive-laced tent assemblies, and 10 p.m. exasperation dinners from the nearest drive-thru. Camping trips involve a lot of variables, but it should come as no surprise that having the right gear can make a huge difference in how positive your camping experience is. Whether you’re planning a multi-night trip or a sleepover in the backyard, we’ve rounded up some of the best camping gear to have on deck.

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Best Water Filter for Camping

If you’re going to be taking a long hike to your campsite or will be cooking there, a water filter is a must. The 1-gallon Sawyer Gravity Water Filter is a favorite among hikers and campers alike because you can easily fill it up anywhere for clean, drinkable water.

Continue reading the complete article on packing tips for camping this year, written by By Emily Pinto and Ciara Hopkinson here.

KCM: Going Camping This Spring? We’ve Made Your Packing List for You!

Red cooler, camping stove, headlamp, insect repellent spray, and textured sleeping pad on green background.
Red cooler, camping stove, headlamp, insect repellent spray, and textured sleeping pad on green background.

Going Camping This Spring? We’ve Made Your Packing List for You!

Everything you need to survive in the wild…for a few days.

For many of us, camping evokes many types of memories: Wholesome moments roasting marshmallows around the campfire, interspersed with a lot of rashes, mosquito bites, wet sleeping bags, burned-out batteries, expletive-laced tent assemblies, and 10 p.m. exasperation dinners from the nearest drive-thru. Camping trips involve a lot of variables, but it should come as no surprise that having the right gear can make a huge difference in how positive your camping experience is. Whether you’re planning a multi-night trip or a sleepover in the backyard, we’ve rounded up some of the best camping gear to have on deck.

[...]

Best Water Filter for Camping

If you’re going to be taking a long hike to your campsite or will be cooking there, a water filter is a must. The 1-gallon Sawyer Gravity Water Filter is a favorite among hikers and campers alike because you can easily fill it up anywhere for clean, drinkable water.

Continue reading the complete article on packing tips for camping this year, written by By Emily Pinto and Ciara Hopkinson here.

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KCM: Going Camping This Spring? We’ve Made Your Packing List for You!

Red cooler, camping stove, headlamp, insect repellent spray, and textured sleeping pad on green background.
Red cooler, camping stove, headlamp, insect repellent spray, and textured sleeping pad on green background.

Going Camping This Spring? We’ve Made Your Packing List for You!

Everything you need to survive in the wild…for a few days.

For many of us, camping evokes many types of memories: Wholesome moments roasting marshmallows around the campfire, interspersed with a lot of rashes, mosquito bites, wet sleeping bags, burned-out batteries, expletive-laced tent assemblies, and 10 p.m. exasperation dinners from the nearest drive-thru. Camping trips involve a lot of variables, but it should come as no surprise that having the right gear can make a huge difference in how positive your camping experience is. Whether you’re planning a multi-night trip or a sleepover in the backyard, we’ve rounded up some of the best camping gear to have on deck.

[...]

Best Water Filter for Camping

If you’re going to be taking a long hike to your campsite or will be cooking there, a water filter is a must. The 1-gallon Sawyer Gravity Water Filter is a favorite among hikers and campers alike because you can easily fill it up anywhere for clean, drinkable water.

Continue reading the complete article on packing tips for camping this year, written by By Emily Pinto and Ciara Hopkinson here.

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