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Summer camping essentials 2021

Summer camping essentials

The longer, sunnier days of summer can make it an ideal time for camping; plus, nighttime temperatures won’t drop too low, meaning you can opt for simple gear. Plus, immersing yourself in nature is a great way to spend some quality time with family or friends. Whether you want to spend just a few nights away at a local campsite or you have summer road trip plans, we’ve outlined the camping essentials you need before you set off this summer.

A summer tent

Best of the best: Naturehike Cloud-Up 2 Ultralight Tent: available from Amazon

Best bang for the buck: Coleman Cabin Tent: available from Amazon

A lightweight sleeping bag

Best of the best: Omnicore Designs Multi-Down Hooded Rectangular Sleeping Bag: available from Home Depot and Amazon

Best bang for the buck: Wakeman Outdoors Sleeping Bag: available from Amazon, Home Depot and Kohl's

Insect repellent

Best of the best: Sawyer Products Premium Permethrin Insect Repellent: available from Amazon

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May 6, 2022

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A 20% DEET Premium Controlled-Release Lotion will work well against mosquitoes, but Dr. Zimring says he prefers the 20% Picaridin lotion since it also protects against ticks, gnats, chiggers, and flies. (In both instances, he recommends Sawyer brand.)

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Part of spending time outside means battling ticks, mosquitoes, and other biting insects. For this, Nelson swears by permethrin.

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And out of the products we tested, Dr. Zeichner highly recommends Sawyer Products 20% Picaridin Insect Repellent.

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