Choose campground destination — research sites and availability
4wResearchCamping gear checklist — tent, sleep system, and kitchen
Gear & PackingCamp food menu and meal plan
3wPrep & BookCampfire safety and firewood rules
3wResearchFirst aid kit and emergency supplies
Gear & PackingCheck weather forecast and pack accordingly
2wPre-TripMake campground reservation and pay deposit
3wPrep & BookPack kitchen and cooking gear — stove, fuel, utensils
2wRain plan — pack alternative activities for bad weather
Camp kitchen gear — final pack and test
Download offline maps and trail app
3wBear safety — food storage and canister requirements
3wHiking trail route cards — print and laminate for day hikes
Cast iron skillet care and packing — preseason and wrap
3wLeave No Trace plan — pack out all waste and minimize impact
Leave-no-trace packing — pack out bags and waste plan
Tent seam sealing and waterproofing check
3wBuy camp stove fuel canisters — isobutane mix
3wLeave-no-trace principles — review and pack bags
3wLeave-no-trace plan — pack out all waste and minimize impact
3wCamping stove fuel calculator — how much propane/white gas to bring