Things To Be Taken While Camping In Forest
Camping can be fun provided you are well prepared and take the right equipment. Remember to take these items:
- Waterproof tent, poles, and pegs
- Blade or screw-style pegs and mallet
- Fuel stove, fuel supply, and waterproof matches
- Bags for rubbish and storage
- Drinking water
- Sufficient non-perishable food and other supplies
- Cooking utensils
- Sleeping bag and mat, or a swag or other bedding
- Suitable clothing and sturdy shoes
- Wet weather gear (e.g., raincoat or waterproof jacket)
- Insect repellent
- Hat and sunscreen
- Suitable first-aid kit
- Binoculars and camera
- Map, brochure, and compass
- Torch for walking at night
- Broadcast radio (for weather forecasts) and spare batteries
- Two-way radio and extra fuel (if camping in remote places)
It's a good idea to pack a gas or liquid fuel stove for camping trips. Open fires are prohibited in some parks. Where fires are allowed, firewood may not be supplied. Collecting firewood from the bush is not allowed.
In parks where campfires are allowed, make sure you completely extinguish all fires (with water, not sand or dirt) before leaving an area or going to bed. Even a few glowing embers can start a wildfire. Heavy fines may apply if campfires or other unshielded flames are left unattended.