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Across the Fence:  Talk to me about camping gear..  |
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catscharm74
True Blue Farmgirl
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Heather
Texas
USA
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 Posted - May 06 2008 : 4:59:18 PM
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I would like to purchase a big enough tent to do 3-5 days comfortably but simply. What kind of gear should I look for as far as cooking, what to have on hand such as matches, stoves, propane, food (MJ's covers most of that), etc. I would like to go with Charlie for an overnighter at the campground, spending time hiking and swimming and having fun. What has worked for you? What hasn't? So far all I own is a hand-cranked flashlight. 
Heather
Yee-Haw, I am a cowgirl!!!
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
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Posted - May 06 2008 : 5:29:34 PM
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I recommend those foam rubber pads. They keep the body heat off the ground and buffer you against rocks. Also I love those mummy style sleeping bags
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
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willowtreecreek
True Blue Farmgirl
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Julie
Russell
AR
USA
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lisamarie508
True Blue Farmgirl
2648 Posts
Lisa
Idaho City
ID
USA
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Posted - May 06 2008 : 7:28:42 PM
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When we go camping, we take:
tent
sleeping bags
change of clothes
a couple towels and wash cloths
essential toiletries (soap, toothpaste/brush)
extra pair of shoes (in case we end up going into a creek or something)
ice chest with perishables
picnic basket with non-perishables
one large cooking pot
a couple fry pans(cast iron)
utensils
dish pan for washing dishes and ourselves
a large cutting board for preparing meals
an old oven rack placed on rocks over the fire for cooking
an axe or hatchet for firewood
matches in waterproof container
rain gear
propane lantern
deck of cards in case we get rained out!
I think that's about it. Other than water bottles for hiking and a tank of gas to get there!
Farmgirl Sister #35
"If you can not do great things, do small things in a great way." Napoleon Hill (1883-1970)
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Meg
Moderator/Farmgirl True
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Meg
Idaho
USA
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Posted - May 07 2008 : 10:51:45 AM
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Looks like Lisa's list is the same as mine.  One year we forgot matches, that made for a interesting camping trip...so, since then, I have a large rubbermaid that fits in the back of my rig that I have been stock piling old knives, cutting boards, random coffee mugs, etc. So, eventually, all I will have to do is load the rubbermaid in the back of the car, grab a change of clothes for all, the tent and bags and some yummies and hit the road!! Another tip, we use our coffee mugs as bowls and plates. Each person gets a coffee mug and a spoon for camp meals and that's it...less dishes.
The www.maryjanesoutpost.org forum girls will have all the tips you'll need for getting out with Charlie!
MaryJane's daughter,
Meg
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catscharm74
True Blue Farmgirl
4687 Posts
Heather
Texas
USA
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Posted - May 07 2008 : 10:57:53 AM
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Thanks Meg!! And I am writing down these lists as I go...
Heather
Yee-Haw, I am a cowgirl!!!
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4267 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
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Posted - May 07 2008 : 1:00:03 PM
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Don't forget an outdoor dutch oven. I love mine, and you can make anything in them!
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