# Camping checklist — from tent to matches

Out in the wild, one forgotten item can ruin the whole trip. This list covers everything from the tent to insect repellent, and with a room code everyone can see who is bringing the tent and who is bringing the stove. No sign-up needed.

**In short:** When you go camping, take a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, camp stove, water and canned food as the core. Add a flashlight or headlamp, a first aid kit, insect repellent, a pocket knife and matches for safety. Because the weather can turn, pack a rain jacket, sunscreen and trash bags too.

## What's on the list

### General

- Tent
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping pad
- Flashlight
- Power bank
- Camp stove
- Pocket knife
- First aid kit
- Insect repellent
- Matches
- Headlamp
- Rain jacket
- Folding chair

### Drinks

- Water

### Pantry staples

- Canned food

### Personal care

- Sunscreen

### Cleaning & household

- Trash bags

## Tips

- Pitch the tent once at home before you leave; a missing peg or broken pole is far easier to sort out there than at the campsite.
- Pitch on flat, dry ground, and stay away from dry stream beds and from under lone trees.
- Keep food out of the tent, in a sealed container or the car, because the smell attracts wildlife.
- Check the local fire rules first, and before you leave or go to sleep, douse the fire with water and stir the ashes.

## Frequently asked questions

### How do you protect food from animals when camping?

Keep food and anything with a strong smell out of the tent, in a sealed container or the car. Bag up scraps and rubbish and store them away from where you sleep, and follow the campsite's own rules if there are specific wildlife precautions.

### What size tent do you need for camping?

A tent rated for one more person than will sleep in it is usually more comfortable, because gear needs space too. Look for a rainfly that keeps water out and a model suited to the season.

### Is it allowed to light a fire when camping?

Not everywhere. In many areas fires are banned or allowed only in designated spots because of wildfire risk, so check the rules of the local authority or campsite first. Even where allowed, never leave a fire unattended.

### Can I change the list?

Of course. The ready-made list is just a starting point: delete, add, move items between categories.

### Do I need an account?

No. A room code is all it takes — no email, password or signup.

### How long is the list kept?

As long as you use it. A list is only deleted after a month without any activity; even opening the room resets the clock.

### Can I install it on my phone?

Yes. With the room open, tap "Save Room" to add it to your home screen and open it with one tap.

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[Start a room with this list](https://ortakliste.app/en/list/camping-checklist) — 17 items go straight into your new room; delete what you don't need, add what's missing. No account needed.