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Offline McReidy

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What can't you camp without?
« on: January 11, 2013, 08:14:37 PM »
As a newcomer to the CT world, I am interested to know what items/mods/conveniences can people not do without? My family & I (wife &3yo) are seasoned campers and just upgraded to a Cameron 7x5 camper. I'm keen to to make the camping experience as easy, comfortable & convenient as possible (not asking for much I know!!) so would love to know what makes it so for others?
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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #1 on: January 11, 2013, 08:17:28 PM »

This will be interesting  :D

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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #2 on: January 11, 2013, 08:27:12 PM »
What did you take when camping with tents? its no different, the tent comes on wheels this time :)

A trailer is just an excuse to take 4000 ton of extra stuff.

But you'll get
TV, video, xbox, Microwave, hair dryers, generatorS, all sorts of stuff.

I'll sit back with McGirr and enjoy this.

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What can't you camp without?
« Reply #3 on: January 11, 2013, 08:32:00 PM »
Hi and Welcome!!

I started camping with nothing! Public transport, then walked and we carried in everything. That seems a lifetime ago as now we take way more than we need, a big car and full trailer!. I could give away all the luxuries but I need the serenity!  I'm happy to be with like minded people but I go camping for seclusion and space, nature and bush silence! I feel we are losing our favourite spots inch by inch..... I dislike crowds and it harder and harder to find space!  Rant over....

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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #4 on: January 11, 2013, 08:33:38 PM »
Quote from: Lost on January 11, 2013, 08:27:12 PM
What did you take when camping with tents? its no different, the tent comes on wheels this time :)

A trailer is just an excuse to take 4000 ton of extra stuff.

I guess I will learn that very quickly!! I don't want to make a 'home away from home' as such, was thinking more along the lines of things like reversing camera, water tanks, anything that can make the experience for a newcomer a better experience..
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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #5 on: January 11, 2013, 08:33:58 PM »
Beer................:-)
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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #6 on: January 11, 2013, 08:35:38 PM »
12 volt kettle. Absolute essential.

In fact, I know where you can get one reeeeaaal cheap!
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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #7 on: January 11, 2013, 08:36:49 PM »
I take those "bread in a box" kits from safeway.
I know its a little lazy, but Im not the worlds best cook and it makes making fresh bread a breeze!
I always like to cook my own bread but I find when Im at home I can't find the time. Whereas when Im camping I've got time to fill.

Plus it's a great excuse to light a fire  >:D (contained of course  ;D )

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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #8 on: January 11, 2013, 08:36:56 PM »
Some good books to read....
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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #9 on: January 11, 2013, 08:40:26 PM »
YYoull Ned the following:
12v kettle
12v hair Straightener
12v hair dryer
solar shower
Fridge stand
camp kitchen fold up type


I'm sure there's a few other 'essentials ' to improve the camping experience..........
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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #10 on: January 11, 2013, 08:41:12 PM »
Quote from: Teabag on January 11, 2013, 08:33:58 PM
Beer................:-)
You took the words right out of my mouth, and plenty of it :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:

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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #11 on: January 11, 2013, 08:42:18 PM »
Quote from: Black Diamond on January 11, 2013, 08:41:12 PM
You took the words right out of my mouth, and plenty of it : cheers: :cheers: : cheers:

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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #12 on: January 11, 2013, 08:42:40 PM »
Laptop, iPad and internet connection :)








Ok just feeding the spectators ;)

I personally cant camp without a fridge/esky/something cold to keep drinks and food.

There is a lot larger list of things I like to have but can I do with out them most likely........... as I have had to in the past!
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Re: What can't you camp without?
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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #14 on: January 11, 2013, 08:54:32 PM »
only thing I cant live without when i'm camping .................. is my wife - true story
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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #15 on: January 11, 2013, 08:58:51 PM »
That is so strange...............was just thinking ..............my husband !!!!!!!!!!
 
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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #16 on: January 11, 2013, 09:03:50 PM »
12 volt fridge and a FM radio
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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #17 on: January 11, 2013, 09:13:25 PM »
I was just thinking of someone elses wife....
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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #18 on: January 11, 2013, 09:19:07 PM »
Hello, and welcome to the CT world :)

as a female porta potti :) will save your marriage (especially on a cold wet night when your wife has had a few to drink ;) )
your better half and child, without them the experience is not the same :)
12 volt fridge
12 volt camp shower (those solar ones are useless in my opinion but thats only my opinion)
If you have room a hot water system (we have a coleman) is great to be able to give the kids a decent bath, and its nice to have a warm shower without having to boil the kettle a couple of times.

Most of all, make sure you have fun and enjoy this beautiful country of ours
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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #19 on: January 11, 2013, 09:20:15 PM »
Thongs.
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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #20 on: January 11, 2013, 09:29:46 PM »
Quote from: Nomad on January 11, 2013, 09:20:15 PM
Thongs.

I don't think anyone would have seen that one coming from you nomad  ;D

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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #21 on: January 11, 2013, 09:34:02 PM »
Sense of humour     ;D ;D ;D


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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #22 on: January 11, 2013, 09:54:26 PM »
Yeap.............Thongs with jeans work for me at work. Thongs and boardies for every other social event................ :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #23 on: January 11, 2013, 10:12:29 PM »
COLD BEER

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Re: What can't you camp without?
« Reply #24 on: January 11, 2013, 10:17:22 PM »

Great company  :cheers:

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