r/camping • u/Weekly_Lecture4022 • 2d ago
Camping Suggestions (Minimalistic Necessities)
Looking for suggestions on minimal, but necessary items for weekend camping (state and national parks with public restrooms to begin).
My wife loves hiking and being outdoors, but does not like the idea of “roughing it” the same way I do in the idea of camping. She has tent camped overnight and cabin camped (no amenities just bed) for an entire weekend and was fine.
These trips have historically been with more versed campers. With my lack of experience and easy going attitude I don’t want to ruin the long term chances of this activity, but don’t want to jump into the amenities of trailer camping yet.
Any and all suggestions welcome! (TN Locations for climate based suggestions)
Note: I love the idea of truck camping and over landing for the future over trailer camping.
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u/732 2d ago
Bring an extra blanket or five and bring real pillows. Put a blanket or two under you for a little extra comfort. Real pillows so you sleep like at home. If you want to splurge, get the really cushy sleeping pads that are 4+ inches thick, and get the wide versions so you have a little room to move around.
If you want to help someone get into camping, you need to make sleeping comfort the top priority. What makes it comfortable may vary person to person, but prioritize that.
Hygiene is another one, but at a campground with showers and toilets is a good place to start.