{"id":14400,"date":"2020-11-19T07:11:02","date_gmt":"2020-11-19T07:11:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/?p=14400"},"modified":"2025-08-26T14:19:54","modified_gmt":"2025-08-26T19:19:54","slug":"camping-series-4-five-camping-gear-must-haves","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/lifestyles\/camping-series-4-five-camping-gear-must-haves","title":{"rendered":"Camping Series #4: Five Camping Gear Must-Haves"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Backpacking-Gear-freshoffthegrid-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14402\" style=\"width:546px;height:363px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Backpacking-Gear-freshoffthegrid-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Backpacking-Gear-freshoffthegrid-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Backpacking-Gear-freshoffthegrid-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Backpacking-Gear-freshoffthegrid.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshoffthegrid.com\/discounted-outdoor-gear\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fresh Off the Grid<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You might be familiar with the famous\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.biography.com\/writer\/franz-kafka\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Franz Kafka<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0quote: &#8220;Better to have and not need than to need and not have.&#8221; This quote certainly applies to camping gear. When you&#8217;re in the woods, it&#8217;s every camper&#8217;s nightmare to need something that you&#8217;ve forgotten at home desperately.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">However, this rule is difficult to follow when there&#8217;s limited space in your backpack or car. How can you know what&#8217;s essential? To help you with that list of essentials, our final installment in our Camping Series is dedicated to the topic. Check out this list of five camping gear must-haves for your next outdoor adventure.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bag-water-bottles\">Bag Water Bottles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"396\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/platypus_duolock_group.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14404\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/platypus_duolock_group.jpg 396w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/platypus_duolock_group-300x227.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.platy.com\/duolock-softbottle\/duolock-softbottle.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DuoLock Soft Bottle &#8211; Platypus.com<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When you&#8217;re out camping, especially with a smaller backpack, space is precious. Carrying around an empty&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.camelbak.com\/en\/bottles?gclid=Cj0KCQjwlvT8BRDeARIsAACRFiXm3MwjxHcixJholUxP0mArTtohtpGir_mRamwCR2W499rA0l6N4q0aAv9tEALw_wcB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Camelback<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;or&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.swell.com\/shop\/swell\/bottles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Swell<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;can feel like a serious waste of room in your pack, although these are excellent brands.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">While plastic water bottles are certainly an option because you can crumple them when you&#8217;re done, they are not reusable and wasteful to the environment\u2014introducing the perfect solution &#8211; bag water bottles.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This piece of camping gear&#8217;s novelty is that they&#8217;re both foldable and reusable. When you&#8217;re done, fold the bag in your backpack to save space and refill it when you&#8217;re ready! Essentially, it&#8217;s every camper&#8217;s dream. You can find this product from brands like&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.platy.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Platypus<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;or on&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Flexible-Collapsible-Foldable-Reusable-Bottles\/dp\/B00AJW6314\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Amazon<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-camp-kitchen\">Camp Kitchen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/costway-outdoor-ktichen-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14406\" style=\"width:555px;height:555px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/costway-outdoor-ktichen-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/costway-outdoor-ktichen-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/costway-outdoor-ktichen-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/costway-outdoor-ktichen-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/costway-outdoor-ktichen-144x144.jpg 144w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/costway-outdoor-ktichen.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.costway.com\/portable-camp-kitchen-and-sink-table.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Portable Camp Kitchen &#8211; Costway<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you&#8217;re out hiking for just an afternoon, it&#8217;s easy to pack a non-refrigerated sandwich like a classic PBJ or a Cliff Bar. However, when you&#8217;re camping overnight, you need more than just snacks. If you&#8217;re wondering how to replicate your home kitchen at a campsite, camp kitchens are the answer.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Smaller kitchen supplies like the&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/product\/149091\/soto-amicus-stove-cookset-combo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Soto Amicus Cookset<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;are perfect for backpacking or picnic trips. This compact, lightweight piece includes two pots and a stove, ideal for cooking pasta in the woods.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you&#8217;re staying at a campsite with the luxury of bringing your car, try&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/trailkitchens.com\/collections\/portable-camp-kitchens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">this set from Trail Kitchens<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. Portable, yet comprehensive, this piece of camping gear is ideal for outdoor trips with large groups.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-portable-furniture\">Portable Furniture<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/pexels-destroir-2662816-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27229\" style=\"width:540px;height:270px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/pexels-destroir-2662816-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/pexels-destroir-2662816-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/pexels-destroir-2662816-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/pexels-destroir-2662816-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/pexels-destroir-2662816-1-640x360.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/pexels-destroir-2662816-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/two-pink-and-gray-camping-chairs-2662816\/\">Mac DeStroir<\/a> via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/\">Pexels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When roasting marshmallows around the fire at your campsite, you may not be lucky enough to find solid logs for sitting. And even then, it might be uncomfortable. Incorporate more relaxation into your camping trip with portable furniture.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For low-to-the-ground seating,&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.crazycreek.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Crazy Creek chairs<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;are an excellent choice. The original chair has been popular for over 30 years, earning the title of &#8220;toughest gear&#8221; from Backpacker Magazine. For more elevation from the ground, check out the&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/product\/164383\/rei-co-op-flexlite-camp-boss-chair\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">co-op chair from REI<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. Sturdy, flexible, and easy to assemble; this product is ideal for campers.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-headlamp\">Headlamp<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"937\" height=\"625\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/headlamp-popular-science.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14410\" style=\"width:534px;height:355px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/headlamp-popular-science.jpg 937w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/headlamp-popular-science-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/headlamp-popular-science-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 937px) 100vw, 937px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.popsci.com\/best-headlamps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vincent Guth via Popular Science<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Although stars are undoubtedly brighter when you&#8217;re out in the woods than at your lake house, they likely won&#8217;t be sufficient for guiding your way if you&#8217;re lost. If you&#8217;re camping overnight, a high-quality headlamp is a must-have piece of hiking equipment.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">One of the top-ranked products is the&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/product\/163701\/petzl-actik-core-headlamp?cm_mmc=aff_AL-_-145262-_-180150-_-NA&amp;avad=180150_c1dbc4401\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Petzel Actik Core Headlamp<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. With night vision features and a rechargeable battery, this piece of camping gear is sure to last for years of adventures. However, it&#8217;s also not necessary to break the bank on a headlamp.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For a more affordable option, check out the similar&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/product\/162480\/petzl-tikkina-headlamp?cm_mmc=aff_AL-_-145262-_-180150-_-NA&amp;avad=180150_a1dbc29d9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Petzel Tikkina Headlamp<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. Although it isn&#8217;t rechargeable, it comes with multiple lighting levels and an adjustable head strap.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-collapsible-dog-bowl\">Collapsible Dog Bowl<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ruffwear-bivy-bowl-collapsible-dog-bowl-77-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14412\" style=\"width:556px;height:370px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ruffwear-bivy-bowl-collapsible-dog-bowl-77-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ruffwear-bivy-bowl-collapsible-dog-bowl-77-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ruffwear-bivy-bowl-collapsible-dog-bowl-77-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ruffwear-bivy-bowl-collapsible-dog-bowl-77.jpg 1224w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thedogoutdoors.com\/ruffwear-bivy-bowl-collapsible-dog-bowl.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Dog Outdoors<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you frequently go on camping adventures with your pup, a collapsible dog bowl is an essential piece of camping gear. Since it&#8217;s foldable, it can easily store in your backpack, and you can reuse it whenever your dog needs a refreshing drink of water.&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/ruffwear.com\/collections\/camping-gear-for-dogs\/products\/bivy-portable-dog-bowl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ruffwear&#8217;s collapsible dog bowl<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;is one of the top brands, made with a durable fabric.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Besides dog bowls, this company makes various camping and outdoor activity equipment for our furry companions.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For more information about camping, check out our previous blog posts in the Camping Series. From activities like&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/articles-and-news\/camping-series-1-a-guide-to-campfires\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">starting a campfire<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;to&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lakehomes.com\/info\/articles-and-news\/camping-series-2-pitching-a-tent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">pitching a tent<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, we&#8217;re covering the essentials of braving the great outdoors.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bag Water Bottles Camp Kitchen Portable Furniture Headlamp Collapsible Dog Bowl<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":27,"featured_media":14410,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[12053,17398],"tags":[255,16744,16821,16820,16630,13726,542],"class_list":["post-14400","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-lifestyle","category-product-reviews","tag-camping","tag-camping-at-the-lake","tag-camping-equipment","tag-camping-gear","tag-camping-guide","tag-outdoor-activities","tag-outdoor-living"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Camping Series #4: Five Camping Gear Must-Haves<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Knowing what to pack for your next outdoor adventure can be a challenge. 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