Robert Fettgather holds a BA in psychology from San Jose State University as well as Masters and Doctoral degrees. He works as an associate faculty at Misson College in Santa Clara, educating students in different areas of psychology. An outdoorsman, Robert Fettgather likes to spend his free time hiking and camping.
Certain items need to be taken along for a safe and fun camping trip. At the top of your camp checklist should be a quality tent to spend the night in for safety and protection. Tent stakes are essential to hold your shelter securely to the ground. Lightweight camping chairs can make for a pleasant seating arrangement at your campsite.
Spending the night on the bare ground without a mattress is quite uncomfortable and can result in unnecessary aches and body pains. For this reason, a camping cot, sleeping pad or mattress is necessary to lay on the floor inside the tent. Bedding is important too, so remember to pack a quality sleeping bag and/or blankets to keep you warm.
Another essential item to include for a camping trip is a propane or butane stove. These stoves are a faster and safer alternative for cooking than a campfire which may also pose a wildfire risk. Remember to bring an extra canister of fuel to refill the stove if the need arises, as well as camping pots, pans and utensils.
Other vital materials include sunscreen to prevent sunburns during the day and an effective insect repellent. Lastly, do not forget to carry along a battery-powered flashlight to illuminate your campsite and the inside of your tent.
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