right i have decided to go camping next week for 3 days and it might sounds stupid but wanted to know what sort of things are best to take with you

I always forget pillows!!! dont forget them or you'll have a bad neck!! lol

what you need is a
tent
tarp (togo under tent)
(depending on weather) Clothes for the whole weekend
Sleeping Bag
Food
Car
Back Pack to bring most of the stuff
thats about it

If you are going to camp in Scotland (and this may well apply other places in the UK too) take insect repellant. Midges can be horrible!

I agree with AngeG. With the warm clothes SOCKS are a must for sleeping in as well. You don't really need a pillow, a couple of sweatshirts will do the job. If you are in mixed tents - some sort of night shirt which can double as day time wear. You don't really want to carry much especially if you are planning on a lot of walking. i.e. to get there or when there.
Have fun - it sounds great..........

HERE'S A PRINTABLE CHECKLIST THAT I USE:

http://www.butlerwebs.com/camping/checklist.htm

all of the above- a torch, matches, candles, waterproofs, a book, pack of cards, loo roll, plastic bag/s- YOU NEVER KNOW!

You can probably get by if you forget things, but ubless you have to carry it all on your back, I'd take more than you think you need- if things get wet or ripped you need to have spares!

extra socks are always at the top of my list..u will also need bug spray, a couple blankets (it can get pretty cold), always take a lighter (in case u need to start a fire), plenty of water, toilet paper, an emergency kit, dont forget pain killers and headache medicine as well as everything else the others above have listed.

screw the beer bring a mud slide (the drink) and dry ice to keep all of the frozen food frzen and ice. BRING FIRE WOOD

Camping List & Camping Supply List

Camp Shelter
Tent
Ground cloth/tarp
Extra stakes
Shade tarp
Shade poles/rope/stakes
Axe or hammer
Mat for tent entrance
Dust pan/brush
_________________

Personal
Shower shoes/flip flops
Towels/washcloth
Soap/shampoo
Tooth brush/toothpaste
Deodorant
Comb/brush
Razor
Feminine products
Toilet paper
Shower bag
5 gal. bucket
Other personal items
Personal medications
_________________

Bedding
Sleeping bag
Sheets/blankets
Pillow
Air mattress & repair kit or..
Air pump or..
Sleeping pad or..
Cot
Utility bags for storage

Camp Cooking
Lg. water container
Coolers/ice
Thermos
Stove with fuel
Matches/lighter
Charcoal/firewood
Dutch oven
Campfire grill/BBQ grill
Fire starters/newspaper
Table cloth/tacks/clips
Plates & bowls
Paper plates & bowls
Silverware
Plastic silverware
Measuring cups
Paper towels
Heavy aluminum foil
Dish soap
Trash bags
Clothes pins
Cooking oil/Pam
Food containers
Potholders/oven mitts
Soap for outside of pots
Pots and fry pans
Cooking utensils
Tongs
Skewers/grill forks
Can opener
Bottle opener
Folding table
Dutch oven
Pie irons
Mugs/paper cups
Mixing bowl
Cutting board
Ziplock bags
Napkins
Dishpan, dish towels
Scrub pad/brillo/dishrag
Condiments/seasonings
Sugar/honey/jam



Miscellaneous
Sunscreen/chapstick
Lantern with fuel
Lantern mantels
Extra batteries/bulbs
Compass
Whistle
Bug repellant/candles
Whistle
Water filters/purif. pills
Maps/directions
Camera/battery/film
Books/magazines
Candles
Misc. tools
Backpack/fanny pack
Sunglasses/hat
Fishing gear/license/bait
Radio
Camp chairs
Popcorn
Hammock
First aid kit
Tissues
Saw/axe
Park map/guidebooks
Trail maps
Collapsible drying rack
Smores ingredients
Flahlight/batteries
Pocket knife
Plastic grocery bags
Binoculars
Rope Clothes line
Folding table
Bandanna


More Misc.
Small shovel
Safety pins
Canteen/water bottles
Coffee maker
Bungi cords/straps
Cards/games/toys
Duct tape
Notepad / pen
Reservations info
Cell phone/charger
2 way walkie talkies
Money/ID/credit card
Bikes/helmets
Travel alarm clock
Work gloves
Umbrella
Hand wipes
Drinks/snacks
Small sewing kit
Fire extinguisher
Hot chocolate
Tea / Coffee
Scissors
Watch
Nylon rope
Jumper cables
Sharpening stone
Flashlight
Head lamp
Flare
Hand warmers/fuel
Balls/bats/mitts
Frisbee
Hammock



Always make sure someone knows of your plans - give details of where you are going and when you expect to return, give directions and possible alternative roads that you may take.

take lap top so u can keep in touch with Q?A..........how will u survive? with out .............us!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A complete list would take pages: here are some highlights from mine:
Lots of rope/bungee cords (for clotheslines, etc)
Ziploc bags\tin foil
Paper towels
Pocket knife or bigger
Flashlights
Coolers
Air mattress if tenting it
Garbage bags
Towels
Tarps - if it rains or to cover things at night to keep the dew off
Raincoat
Can opener/utensils
Tupperware
Sweatpants/shirts
Radio
Wash bucket and sponge/dish soap
Bug spray & sunscreen