What are some basic things I need to know about Camping?
I just need to know some basics on camping. Ive never gone before, im 15, Im going with some friends that are older than me, like 18-19. What precautions should I take. What should I bring. It's in south jersey so i don't think its too bad.
Thanks

If you don't make a huge fire, it's not really camping.
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bug spray.

toliet tissue,

sleeping bag.
a light sweater
flash light,.
underwear
band aids.
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things that go bump in the night are not going to eat you unless you keep food in your tent which is a really stupid idea. hang your food on a rope from tree branches
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experience

a good knife and a sharp hatchet and a flint striker that is all you need to go camping
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camping in south jersey????? that doesnt sound like camping.
My kids pop a tent in the backyard…I would not call that camping either.
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DON'T EAT THE YELLOW SNOW!!!
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a shot gun, for bears, wolves, etc. a pistol, to have fun with, bug spray, band aids, toilet paper, toiletries, d.o for the b.o clothes, tent, food.
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A lot of it depends on what kind of camping you are doing. Car camping or camping near your vehicle and a bathroom, or hiking to a secluded area.

Either way, be sure to bring some comfortable clothing. Layer up incase it gets cold or too warm. Bring some nice sturdy shoes and something comfy to sleep in. Don't forget a good sleeping bag and maybe even a camp mat (can get at Walmart, self inflates and makes sleeping on the ground a little less uncomfortable.) A water bottle is very important.
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Um, make sure you have a stable tent at first. Are you planning on sharing with another friend? Or keeping one all to yourself? Second, bring your simple toiletries… extras just in case. Next, BUG SPRAY. A HUGE necessity. Another thing is to bring a not-so-sturdy backpack/whatever you can bring around when you go hiking or other activities. Last, bring clothing.. QQ… you may want to bring comfortable ones and also some that are usable for "dirty" outdoor activities. Make sure you bring extra towels of all sizes too. Don't bring a huge luggage like the ones you do for trips overseas, but make sure you are able to haul it somehow over rocky terrain and other various objects.. the most important thing is that you have all your stuff!
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Lets see… bring flashlights, extra batteries, a travel size bottle of mouth wash, a pillow, extra clothes in case of rain (especially socks), a nice warm jacket, a sleeping bag (if not, then a couple cozy blankets), etc.
Pack some food that doesn't need refrigerated, like granola bars, candy, crackers, chex mix, Doritos, etc.
Bring a couple bandaids, tampons… just in case. Toilet paper.
Bring water.
And what about waterless handwash gel…the antibacterial stuff? Like a little bottle of that. Just pack it in a ziplock so it doesn't leak.
Have fun!!
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tent, sleeping bags, mosquito repellant, pan to cook with, first aid kit a must, Take whatever you think you might need tht you use out there and just have fun.
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if in deep woods, always carry a knife ready to pull out, you never know what could happen where you need that knife fast, also carry more then one knife for (a) spare(s), have good footwear and get good socks, don't look at the price tag, they shouldn't cost much and are completely worth it if walking a lot.
try to find a tent and a sleeping bag suited to the weather in the area, try for one level better then what's expected in your area, just to make sure.
try not to go cheap on anything your buying and look for usefulness, not looks or you'll probably regret it.
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low impact is the key to camping if you bring it in bring it out.
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If you have to ask then maybe you should try going with some people who are more expierienced that you can feel safe with.
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