Planning what to take on your camping trip, besides the food, snacks and drink you will need, is important to avoid those “Oh, no, I forgot that!” moments.  Good planning helps make sure that you have not only what you need but also what you want.  I'm Off Work dot Com's Planning Check Lists are here to help you.

     Shelter and Lighting
Tent(s), poles and stakes
Tarp and rope
Lantern(s) and fuel or battery
Flashlights
Extra batteries
Ground cover
Table(s)
Folding chairs
Whisk broom and dust pan

     Food Storage, Preparation and Eating
Cook stove(s) and fuel
Cooler(s) and ice or ice substitutes
Non-perishables storage
Pots with lids
Skillet(s) with lid(s)
Griddle
Cooking utensils (spatula, slotted spoon, stirring spoons)
Knife
Coffeepot
Plates, cups and bowls
Eating utensils (forks, spoons, knives)
Can opener
Corkscrew
Tongs
Skewers
Pot holder
Washtub
Dish soap
Pot scrubbers and rags
Resealable plastic bags
Garbage bags
Paper towels
Tin foil
Plastic wrap
Spices
Food
Drinks or drink mix
Drinking water
5-gallon water carrier

     Sleeping
Sleeping bags
Air mattresses and pump
Sleeping pads
Cots
Pillows

     Personal Items
Bath towel
Clothing
Rain gear
Toiletries (tooth brush, tooth paste, razor, etc.)
Hand soap
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Camera and film
Cards and games

     General Items
First aid kit
Firewood
Saw
Shovel
Hatchet and/or ax (if you plan to gather firewood)
Funnel (if needed for liquid fuel)
Clothesline
Pad  and pencil or pen
Matches
Butane lighter
Insect repellent
Toilet paper