Camping Checklists

The following list is truncated from Mistress Eithni ingen Talorgain's massive camping checklist in the Known World Handbook on pages 100-101. Remember, these are just suggestions and are dependent upon your camping situation.

Travel & Arrival

  • Directions to event
  • Directions to camp/hotel
  • Pre-registration info
  • Blue cards (if a member)
  • Forms and waivers
  • Picture ID
  • Cash
  • Emergency numbers (hardcopy)
  • Auto emergency kit

Basic Modern & Event Supplies

  • Ziploc baggies
  • Glasses/contacts w/case
  • Phone w/charger
  • Flashlight
  • Sewing kit
  • Book
  • Day basket/bag
  • Current project
  • Sun hat/veil/coif
  • Chair

Medieval Clothing

  • Basic garb
  • Court clothes
  • Belt
  • Pouch
  • Jewelry
  • Cloak
  • Shoes

Toiletries

  • Shampoo / conditioner
  • Soap
  • Washcloth/Towel
  • Shower shoes
  • Razor w/shaving cream
  • Mirror
  • Deodorant
  • Brush/comb
  • Hair ties
  • Toothbrush w/toothpaste
  • Makeup/lip balm
  • Baby wipes

Health & Safety

  • Prescriptions
  • Insurance information
  • First aid kit
  • Antacids
  • Painkillers
  • Alcohol wipes
  • Band-aids
  • Bug spray
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Sunblock
  • Aloe vera

Food & Beverage

If Feasting...

  • Plates
  • Bowls
  • Goblet/Mug
  • Flatware
  • Napkins
  • Plastic bag for dirty dishes
  • Candle w/matches
  • Tablecloth

If Cooking on Site...

  • Camp table
  • Camp stove w/fuel
  • Tea kettle
  • Pots and pans
  • Mixing/serving implements
  • Foil/cling wrap
  • Food storage containers
  • Cooler
  • Ice/money for ice
  • Paper towels

Camping Supplies

  • Tent
  • Tarps
  • Chairs
  • Camp signage and decorations
  • Trash bags
  • Citronella candles
  • Lanterns
  • Candles (real or LED) w/holders
  • Tiki torches w/fuel

Overnight Needs

  • Sleeping bag
  • Air mattress
  • Blankets w/extras
  • Sheets
  • Pillow w/pillowcase
  • Ear plugs
  • Alarm