Wild Camping Checklist

Planning a wild camping adventure? Use this simple checklist to make sure you’ve packed the essentials for a safe, comfortable night outdoors.

Shelter & Sleep

[  ] Tent/Shelter

[  ] Pegs and poles

[  ] Sleeping bag

[  ] Sleeping mat and pump if required

[  ] Pillow

Carry & Clothing

[  ] Backpack

[  ] Dry bags or bin liners

[  ] Waterproofs

[  ] Warm jacket if cold weather expected

[  ] Hat and gloves

[  ] Dry clothes for sleeping

[  ] Spare socks

[  ] Gaiters if walking through wet vegetation or boggy ground

[  ] Trekking Poles

Food, Cooking & Water

[  ] Water (2L+ depending on conditions)

[  ] Water filter or purification tablets (if needed)

[  ] Stove and fuel

[  ] Lighter

[  ] Cookware and mug

[  ] Food and snacks

[  ] Tea/Coffee

[  ] Spoon or utensil

[  ] Bin bag

Safety & Navigation

[  ] First aid kit

[  ] Personal medication

[  ] Map and compass

[  ] Phone

[  ] Charging bank and cable

[  ] Offline map on phone

[  ] Torch/headlamp and batteries

[  ] Camping lantern

[  ] Emergency whistle

[  ] Sun cream and sunglasses

[  ] Insect repellent

[  ] Blister plasters

[  ] Cash/card

Hygiene & Toilet

[  ] Toilet paper or tissues

[  ] Camping trowel

[  ] Dog poo bags for used toilet paper

[  ] Wipes and hand sanitiser

[  ] Toothbrush and toiletries

Other Optional Extras

[  ] Sit mat or mini stool

[  ] Book or headphones

[  ] Knife or multi-tool

[  ] Earplugs

[  ] Small microfibre towel

[  ] Alcohol

[  ] Basic repair kit or duct tape

Remember

• Tell someone where you're going

• Check the weather. And check it again

• Pick a safe, flat pitch

• Check for loose branches or unstable trees

• Pitch late and leave early

• Camp small and stay discreet

• Take all rubbish home

• Leave No Trace

Plan well. Stay safe. Enjoy the adventure.