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Quote: Originally posted by dk168 on 13/3/2021

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If I were to start camping under canvas now, I would consider the following as basic must-have's for camping on my own with a dog:

1. A tent tall enough for me to stand up in the living area, and easy enough for me to put up on my own, with an area where I can set up my camp kitchen.
2. A good sleeping system, and I would opt for the best/thickest self-inflating mattress (SIM) that I can afford.
3. A Coleman 424 Dual Fuel 2-burner stove as it can be used in the colder months when butane does not burn well.
4. A camp kitchen with shelves to store pots, pans and provisions.
5. A roll top aluminium table for sitting down.
6. A camping chair.
7. Pots, pans and utensils for cooking - one each of folding colander and bowl are very useful and pack up small.
8. Crockery and cutlery for dining.
9. Folding washing up bucket, sponge, washing liquid and spare plug for the sink.
10. A dog bed and blankets.
11. A 28L thermo-electric coolbox and an EHU lead.
12. A 3-in-1 jacket with a waterproof outer shell and an inner layer that can be worn separately on their own or together.
13. Crocs
14. Sealskinz waterproof socks worn with Crocs for cold weather camping.
15. A small fan heater 2kW maximum.
16. An electric kettle 2kW maximum.

Personal preferences and all that. Not exactly basic, however, I like my home comforts when I go camping.

Have fun, and welcome to UKCS!

DK

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