The Gear You MUST HAVE To Start Camping

The Gear You MUST HAVE To Start Camping

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If you’re going camping for the first time, or you haven’t been in quite a while, this video will cover all the essential camping gear you need to head for the hills and have a fun and safe time. No sales pitches, not a review, just a bunch of information that will help you get organized and make sure you bring what you need. If you have questions, let me know in the comments and I’ll do my best to respond.

🚨 GEAR IN THIS VIDEO
⚡️ First aid kit – https://amzn.to/4bPDIci
⚡️ Emergency blanket – https://amzn.to/3W74EhF
⚡️ Tent – https://amzn.to/3Ya00lI
⚡️ Rain fly – https://amzn.to/3WoVQVW
⚡️ Thick sleeping pad – https://amzn.to/4cJZ5Nq
⚡️ Good sleeping bag – https://amzn.to/3Ws2fjh
⚡️ Good backpacking quilt – https://alnk.to/3ybDJp5
⚡️ Camp pillow – https://decathlonamerica.sjv.io/0ZW2qE
⚡️ Decent headlamp – https://amzn.to/3S6yVvN
⚡️ Polycord/paracord – https://amzn.to/3LsR1EH
⚡️ Extra stakes – https://amzn.to/3Wqwk2B
⚡️ Aqua-tainer water jug – https://amzn.to/3Wuj39m
⚡️ Collapsible bucket – https://amzn.to/4d1N9Gs
⚡️ Hatchet – https://amzn.to/469wuyw
⚡️ Good inexpensive cooler – https://amzn.to/4f3rGyF
⚡️ Good bear-resistant cooler – https://amzn.to/3zFyd2k
⚡️ Cooler padlocks for bear resistance – https://amzn.to/4bVE55e
⚡️ Camp Chef stove – https://amzn.to/3Luug3q
⚡️ Blue enamel dish set – https://amzn.to/3WoUevo
⚡️ Blue kettle – https://amzn.to/46aAYVF
⚡️ Collapsible sink – https://amzn.to/3LuIUHU
⚡️ Fire starter plugs – https://amzn.to/3Y8pAYn
⚡️ Fire starter rope – https://amzn.to/3LpyQ2R
⚡️ Camp chair – https://amzn.to/4f7aEzK
⚡️ Can koozie – https://amzn.to/3Sb8Agr

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00:00 Systems and Priority
01:15 Safety
02:14 Shelter
06:37 Water and Fire
09:18 Food
12:25 Comfort
14:15 Recommendations

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50 Comments

  1. @julianneedsblood7091 on December 10, 2024 at 7:51 pm

    Really cold SODA huh? 😂

  2. @BishopFamily-l6b on December 10, 2024 at 7:53 pm

    5:31 hello, do you have a link or name of the foam/air sleeping pad you like? Thanks!

  3. @shadowstorm7 on December 10, 2024 at 7:53 pm

    Spare toilet paper is an essential. I’ve been to campgrounds that runn out or don’t restock the facilities

  4. @joantaylor7633 on December 10, 2024 at 7:54 pm

    Great video. For your health/safety, please throw away the old frying pan.

  5. @CarolynLewis-hd4fr on December 10, 2024 at 7:54 pm

    I got to be able to get up off the ground, I have a 21 in high air mattress, use cooling sheets 😎

  6. @ma.danielabarrantes3688 on December 10, 2024 at 7:56 pm

    Not me prioritizing comfort before watching this video. Great video

  7. @PaulC001 on December 10, 2024 at 7:56 pm

    this is must have gear! if you don’t have it, you can’t go outside. and you should be really embarrassed.

  8. @MrMannybo81 on December 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm

    great video, exactly the video i was looking for. havent been camping since i was a kid so this is a great way to get back into it. good work

  9. @Kamel419 on December 10, 2024 at 8:03 pm

    Backpackers accidentally click in horror lol

  10. @ValorantRivals on December 10, 2024 at 8:04 pm

    Excellent video

  11. @gtrance3567 on December 10, 2024 at 8:05 pm

    Great video. I’d also add hand warmers and propane fire ring if camp fires aren’t allowed.

  12. @Digital.Earthquake on December 10, 2024 at 8:05 pm

    Throw out your teflon pan, it is super dangerous is the teflon coating is damaged. Once the teflon is scratched it starts releasing chemicals into your food which causes cancer. Any Teflon pan that has damage to its coating should be thrown away immediately, and replaced. You don’t need to buy an expensive one, since Teflon pans aren’t made to last forever, so it’s better off buying a cheaper one and then throwing it away when it’s no longer usable.

  13. @MDchaz on December 10, 2024 at 8:06 pm

    Springbar 👍👍👍 for car camping

  14. @NinerK on December 10, 2024 at 8:07 pm

    Wait, what cooler did you bring on this trip? Do you happen to have any recommendations on coolers? 😂

    Thanks for another great video, peace and positivity from CA

  15. @coffeemate5019 on December 10, 2024 at 8:08 pm

    Very good video. It’s honest.

  16. @101ServersMinecraft on December 10, 2024 at 8:08 pm

    Where is the bear spray? I understand that mentioning a firearm because it’s a touchy subject, but at least Bear spray. But I am aware some states or areas it’s Illegal. Shoot, I hear in Canada. You could buy a gallon of milk and it comes with Bear spray lol

  17. @mathewfield7671 on December 10, 2024 at 8:08 pm

    Thanks for a great video. One thing… get rid of that frypan. If the no stick is flaking it’s super toxic!

  18. @gretavains8707 on December 10, 2024 at 8:08 pm

    Fantastic video. Well presented 😅
    Love ❤️ from AUSTRALIA 🇦🇺 ❤ we kove camping. Well accommodation is ridiculous expensive. Amd AUSTRALIA is not dog friendly 😢

  19. @geobus3307 on December 10, 2024 at 8:09 pm

    Great video! Just get a new pan so your family isn’t eating PFAS "forever chemicals" from the old teflon.

  20. @JA-kx6kf on December 10, 2024 at 8:12 pm

    Great video man. One doesn’t need expensive great to enjoy camping

  21. @Katlife246 on December 10, 2024 at 8:13 pm

    Great video, thanks! I appreciate the breakdown of essentials to get a family started 🙂

  22. @CroakerOutdoors on December 10, 2024 at 8:14 pm

    NGL probably #1 on my list for bad weather state park camping is cold beer. Heat, humidity, heavy bug pressure, even crumby campsite neighbors all bother me a lot less.

  23. @TrinkaPolite on December 10, 2024 at 8:14 pm

    Thank you 😊

  24. @saradandridge on December 10, 2024 at 8:16 pm

    I noticed you kept saying you were car camping… I’m confused what you mean by that. I thought car camping when when you sleep inside your car?

  25. @SHOCKANDAWTV on December 10, 2024 at 8:18 pm

    What if i have to take poop??

  26. @TentandLantern on December 10, 2024 at 8:19 pm

    Wonderful video with lots of great tips!

    One to add- If you don’t have an insulated air mattress/pad, I’ve had good luck just putting a wool blanket over it.

    Loudly second the purchase of local firewood.

    And one of the most wonderful winter camping moments I had last year was finding my thick wool socks in the bottom of my sleeping bag in the middle of the night. 😂 So, thick wool socks.

  27. @CS-uc2oh on December 10, 2024 at 8:19 pm

    Dude, you need to carry more water. I can’t believe you only carry 7 gallons of water for the whole family. I carry 18 gallons and it’s just me. You talk about first aid at the beginning… water goes along with that. What if your rig breaks down and you have to be stuck somewhere? Water is not a place to be frugal. You have all that other junk with you but skimped on your water… nuts.

  28. @gannas138 on December 10, 2024 at 8:21 pm

    What air mattress are those?

  29. @mayof911 on December 10, 2024 at 8:21 pm

    Very good video

  30. @davidcorey7599 on December 10, 2024 at 8:23 pm

    Great Video! However…Coffee should be #1 on the list! 😂

  31. @rickyelvis3215 on December 10, 2024 at 8:25 pm

    Ho hum!

  32. @johnnyevelyn1 on December 10, 2024 at 8:25 pm

    great little video, thank you. I also think an essential is how you have your "bathroom" set up. it’s important to be responsible with out "waste" how does your family responsibility take care of the if you’re not in a campground where there may be a toilet.

  33. @Flies_the_limit on December 10, 2024 at 8:27 pm

    You’re describing systems for an essentials list lol. Essentials are sleeping and cooking. Everything else is luxury. Don’t gimme wrong I don’t go out and super rough it but camping has become so convoluted and product diluted. The best way to find out what you want camping is to go out bare minimum and you’ll figure it out for the next trip. Gear adds up quick financially and takes up real estate FAST. Last thing to keep in mind is packing up to leave sucks if you’re over geared.

  34. @BishopFamily-l6b on December 10, 2024 at 8:28 pm

    5:31 hello, do you have a link or name of the foam/air sleeping pad you like? Thanks!

  35. @johnnyfranzen6091 on December 10, 2024 at 8:29 pm

    We want look you gear not you face. Eshol

  36. @markrutte7705 on December 10, 2024 at 8:30 pm

    Video is crazy good! Excellent work.

  37. @WildCampers-o4m on December 10, 2024 at 8:30 pm

    great video

  38. @THEROADTRIP-MH15Campers on December 10, 2024 at 8:33 pm

    L❤ve from

    THE ROAD TRIP

  39. @livrose3567 on December 10, 2024 at 8:34 pm

    First time I’ve seen a video like this where someone’s used a pockt for medication! I use mine for every camping trip it’s so useful

  40. @BUYBOTH on December 10, 2024 at 8:34 pm

    My essentials: tent, insulated sleeping pad, sleeping bag, toiletries, change of clothes, folding or bag chair, stove, kitchenware, food, drink, lantern, flashlight.

  41. @wokjock on December 10, 2024 at 8:35 pm

    I enjoyed this. I’ve just started camping so my daughter has the experience, but we’ve both been loving it! I picked up quite a few tips and ideas from this video, so thank you!

  42. @shellykp33 on December 10, 2024 at 8:35 pm

    This was such a great overview!

  43. @theoutdoorempire on December 10, 2024 at 8:36 pm

    Get our FREE printable camping gear checklist when you sign up for our email newsletter! 👉 https://outdoorempire.com/camping-checklist-sign-up/ That way you won’t forget anything!

  44. @nomaderic on December 10, 2024 at 8:36 pm

    Lmao all i bring is my hammock and some weed lol.

  45. @sandrajames012 on December 10, 2024 at 8:39 pm

    Detailed yet concise – this is how camping gear guides should be done!

  46. @EliasVelazquez-t9g on December 10, 2024 at 8:43 pm

    My hat in appreciation! Straight to the point! Thank you! Other Utubers should take NOTICE!

  47. @nathanday2595 on December 10, 2024 at 8:43 pm

    Great vid, sir. Very well done 👍🏼

  48. @jvera828 on December 10, 2024 at 8:45 pm

    Been using a cheap 2 person Coleman tent for about 8 years. Refuses to die, not allowing me an excuse to buy a new tent.

  49. @cieliahatch3353 on December 10, 2024 at 8:46 pm

    That was the best intro video ever. Thanks! I was anxious about camping but I feel better now. 🙏🙏🙏

  50. @gtrance3567 on December 10, 2024 at 8:47 pm

    Also, those intex mattress are pretty cheap and reliable.

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