When you’re planning a camping trip, the most important camping checklist is for your gear. Safety, shelter, food, and basic comforts are the top considerations. But you also need to be sure you can function as well at night as you can during the day.
Here are some great gadgets and gear to help you have a safe and comfortable camping experience even after the sun goes down.
Think Through Your Lighting Situation
Once the sun goes down, you need to be able to see. While that may seem obvious, there are actually several things to consider about your lighting.
If you’re at a campground, you may have access to electricity, so rechargeable lights work great. But if you’re camping or backpacking farther into the wilderness, you probably won’t be able to plug any lights in. In that case, the weight and battery life of your lights matter more.
There are a variety of lighting options can meet any setup. So just think about what amenities your camping trip will have and what it won’t, and choose your lighting accordingly. Some lighting options include:
- LED flashlights
- Propane lanterns
- Battery operated/rechargeable lanterns
- Headlamps
- Tent lighting
You Can Still Get a Good Night’s Sleep While Camping
The sleeping gear available for camping today offers a fantastic range of choices for any season. If it’s going to be chilly on your camping trip, consider sleeping bags and sleeping pads that provide radiant heat for colder nights.
You also might want to think outside of the box—or bag—when planning your sleeping gear. Go for a portable hammock with awning if you’d rather be off the ground. Or how about an inflatable pillow that also lights up? The choices for a comfortable night’s sleep while camping are endless and a lot of fun to shop for.
Set Yourself Up for Nighttime Tunes Around the Campfire
Many campers love winding down around a campfire after a long day of hiking, kayaking, or rock climbing. If that describes you, then a must-have gadget is some waterproof, Bluetooth-enabled speakers. Ones that are solar powered are perfect for charging up during the day so that they can enhance your nighttime fun.
Before you hit your perfect camping spot, think about what you need not only for your daytime adventures, but for your safety and comfort at night, too. This level of planning will make for a thoroughly enjoyable and memorable camping trip.
