newcamper
I am new to camping and not sure I want to invest in a lot of camping equipment yet. Does anyone know a good place to rent a tent between Houston and Lake Charles? Any suggestions for a 1st time camper?
Answer
as an eagle scout i did a lot of camping in various types of weather here is what you need:
tent
backpack (you will be able to fit almost everything in one as opposed to suitcases; needs to be at least 4800 cubic inches)
a backpacking stove
eating utensils (such as metal pots and pans and cutlery this will make for easy cleanup)
as much food as necessary for the trip
clothing for the season
a Global Positioning System (get one in the range of about 300 to 400. they are good and some can float on water)
lots of water
a means of communication ( such as a cell phone)
a map and compass (if you re not careful the batteries in the gps will run out)
toiletries ( such as a toothbrush)
a shovel to dig your latrine
a flashlight
a watch
Extra Batteries
rain gear for everyone in your group
highly reflective blanket
fire starters
wood (if you're going to a campsite; If not you can just collect some in the woods)
matches or another way of starting a fire
let someone know where you re going and when you re expecting to be back so they know when to send for help if necessary
AND LAST BUT NOT LEAST TAKE ANOTHER RESPONSIBLE ADULT. YOU MUST HAVE A BUDDY BECAUSE YOU NEED TO HAVE SOMEONE TO TAKE CARE OF YOU AND/OR YOUR INJURIES !!!! YOU'RE CHILDREN WILL NOT KNOW WHAT TO DO
as far as brands go to a place like REI, or Cabela's, or Bass pro shops they will have the best equipment. go look and make a list of equipment then go online and search for the cheapest price on the specific equipment you want. you should be able to save some money for the trip and so you can have some in case of an emergency. HAVE A GOOD TRIP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i dont know any places where you can rent a tent except for REI if there is one down in your area but go to the local sporting goods stores and you will be able to find a tent that suits your needs for around 150 to 200 i know that if you look there then you are more likely to find what you need and what you like. i suggest you buy the tent and all your camping stuff becauseyou never know what kind of condition the rental equipment will be in and you wouldnt have to pay for anythign should it break or rip in any way.
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years of camping
as an eagle scout i did a lot of camping in various types of weather here is what you need:
tent
backpack (you will be able to fit almost everything in one as opposed to suitcases; needs to be at least 4800 cubic inches)
a backpacking stove
eating utensils (such as metal pots and pans and cutlery this will make for easy cleanup)
as much food as necessary for the trip
clothing for the season
a Global Positioning System (get one in the range of about 300 to 400. they are good and some can float on water)
lots of water
a means of communication ( such as a cell phone)
a map and compass (if you re not careful the batteries in the gps will run out)
toiletries ( such as a toothbrush)
a shovel to dig your latrine
a flashlight
a watch
Extra Batteries
rain gear for everyone in your group
highly reflective blanket
fire starters
wood (if you're going to a campsite; If not you can just collect some in the woods)
matches or another way of starting a fire
let someone know where you re going and when you re expecting to be back so they know when to send for help if necessary
AND LAST BUT NOT LEAST TAKE ANOTHER RESPONSIBLE ADULT. YOU MUST HAVE A BUDDY BECAUSE YOU NEED TO HAVE SOMEONE TO TAKE CARE OF YOU AND/OR YOUR INJURIES !!!! YOU'RE CHILDREN WILL NOT KNOW WHAT TO DO
as far as brands go to a place like REI, or Cabela's, or Bass pro shops they will have the best equipment. go look and make a list of equipment then go online and search for the cheapest price on the specific equipment you want. you should be able to save some money for the trip and so you can have some in case of an emergency. HAVE A GOOD TRIP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i dont know any places where you can rent a tent except for REI if there is one down in your area but go to the local sporting goods stores and you will be able to find a tent that suits your needs for around 150 to 200 i know that if you look there then you are more likely to find what you need and what you like. i suggest you buy the tent and all your camping stuff becauseyou never know what kind of condition the rental equipment will be in and you wouldnt have to pay for anythign should it break or rip in any way.
Source(s):
years of camping
What will I need to go tent camping?
Blue987
I've grown up "camping" however it was always in a jumbo motor home. Next weekend I'm going tent camping and I want to be prepared. This is what I'm bringing... what else will I need?
Our site has water and electric, and bathrooms and showers close by:
Bringing:
tents
sleeping bags/pillow
small grill and propane
cooler with food/water
towels
plates/utensils/grill utensils
bug spray and sunscreen
clothes/ flip flops / sneakers / swimsuit / toiletries
flashlights
deck of cards
fire wood - will buy there
lighter
What else might I need? Temp will be high of 90 during the day, low of 59 at night. Possibility of rain at night
Thanks!
Answer
Oh yikes, it's VERY uncomfy sleeping on a sleeping bag in a tent on the ground PLEASE buy a mat or air mattress to put underneath your sleeping bag.
remember to place a tarp under the tent. and to check for big rocks/ sticks where you're going to put your tent.
Daily Life
Shade Canopy / Rope & Clips ; Sleeping Bags
Air Mattress ; Chairs; Table; Tarps
Pillows; Air Pump; Blue Mat; lights & adapter; Wind curtain; weed eater
Food
Sides - Potatoes, boxed potatoes, Smoresâ Makings
Snacks - pudding, fruit snacks; Meat for meals -6 meals; breakfast foods; Soda /Juice; Ice; condiments - ketchup; Milk, butter; Eggs; Bread; Hot Dog/Hamburger buns;
Coolers; coffee
Cooking
Flipper for potatoes ; Gas for range; Range; Charcoal Lighter Brush, grill brush, tongs Skewers; BBQ Sauce Matches; Bacon tongs ; Frying Pan; Can Opener; Pot Holders; Tablecloth
Night Life
Lantern Holders; Mantles ; Lanterns; Gas for lanterns; Drinking / Cooking Water ; Firewood; Flash Lights;
Kindling - Newspapers &/or; Old Phonebooks (found dead corn stalks or dog hair works great for this too..)
Individual Bags
Clothes for each day - Hat, jacket, swim suit; long sleeve shirt, socks ; Underwear; Shoes - flip flops, water, tennis & beach towel; PJs
In Personal Care Bag
Shampoo, Soap & Hand Sanitizer; Washcloth & Dish Towel, Toothbrush, Toothpaste; Hair Brush, Medicines - antacid, Tylenol, Sunscreen; deodorant
Other
Camera w/film ; Toilet Paper in plastic baggie
Map ; Weed Eater with gas!
Money; Extra Batteries; Spare flashlight Bulbs;
Shovel ; Ziploc bags; Aluminum foil
Cleaning
Baby Wipes ; Dish Detergent; Scrub brush; trash bag
Dish Rack; Dish Towel; Big Pot ; Small Broom & Dustpan;
Dishes
Cups; Plates; Plastic Wear; Bowls; tupperware
Paper towels / napkins;
Fishing equipment
poles, tacklebox, worms, fish net, minnow bucket, license to fish
Oh yikes, it's VERY uncomfy sleeping on a sleeping bag in a tent on the ground PLEASE buy a mat or air mattress to put underneath your sleeping bag.
remember to place a tarp under the tent. and to check for big rocks/ sticks where you're going to put your tent.
Daily Life
Shade Canopy / Rope & Clips ; Sleeping Bags
Air Mattress ; Chairs; Table; Tarps
Pillows; Air Pump; Blue Mat; lights & adapter; Wind curtain; weed eater
Food
Sides - Potatoes, boxed potatoes, Smoresâ Makings
Snacks - pudding, fruit snacks; Meat for meals -6 meals; breakfast foods; Soda /Juice; Ice; condiments - ketchup; Milk, butter; Eggs; Bread; Hot Dog/Hamburger buns;
Coolers; coffee
Cooking
Flipper for potatoes ; Gas for range; Range; Charcoal Lighter Brush, grill brush, tongs Skewers; BBQ Sauce Matches; Bacon tongs ; Frying Pan; Can Opener; Pot Holders; Tablecloth
Night Life
Lantern Holders; Mantles ; Lanterns; Gas for lanterns; Drinking / Cooking Water ; Firewood; Flash Lights;
Kindling - Newspapers &/or; Old Phonebooks (found dead corn stalks or dog hair works great for this too..)
Individual Bags
Clothes for each day - Hat, jacket, swim suit; long sleeve shirt, socks ; Underwear; Shoes - flip flops, water, tennis & beach towel; PJs
In Personal Care Bag
Shampoo, Soap & Hand Sanitizer; Washcloth & Dish Towel, Toothbrush, Toothpaste; Hair Brush, Medicines - antacid, Tylenol, Sunscreen; deodorant
Other
Camera w/film ; Toilet Paper in plastic baggie
Map ; Weed Eater with gas!
Money; Extra Batteries; Spare flashlight Bulbs;
Shovel ; Ziploc bags; Aluminum foil
Cleaning
Baby Wipes ; Dish Detergent; Scrub brush; trash bag
Dish Rack; Dish Towel; Big Pot ; Small Broom & Dustpan;
Dishes
Cups; Plates; Plastic Wear; Bowls; tupperware
Paper towels / napkins;
Fishing equipment
poles, tacklebox, worms, fish net, minnow bucket, license to fish
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