Tips for Solo Camping

Lori explores solo camping in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.

Lori's tips for solo camping

Tip 1. Do your research.

Tip 2. Stay flexible - whether it's about where you are pitching your tent or the trip itself.  

Tip 3. Make sure you have the right gear and clothes for the trip.

Tip 4.  Set up your tent and check your gear ahead of time to make sure all are in good shape. 

Tip 5. Write out and share your itinerary as best as you can.

Tip 6. Arrive to the campground or site early and plenty of time before sundown.

Tip 7. Don't stress the small stuff. Well and the big stuff.

Tip 8. Prepare to be alone.

Tip 9. Take time to appreciate the moments of struggle and success.

Tip 10. Reflect on what worked and what didn't work.

My gear:
Marmot Tungsten 2 person tent
Kelty 35 degree backpack
Black diamond lantern
Black diamond headlamp
Pocket knife
Mallet
Camp chair
Big Agnes sleeping pad
Inflatable pillow
REI Traverse 35 daypack
Garmin inReach mini
First aid kit
Emergency Blanket
Nalgene bottle
Hydro flask
1 person cookware
GSI Glacier Stove
Fuel
Lighter
Various food/snacks
Cooler/Ice


Resources:
https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/family-camping-checklist.html

https://thedyrt.com/magazine/gear/solo-camping-gear-guide/

https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/camping-for-beginners.html

https://lnt.org/

https://koa.com/blog/guide-to-camping-ettiquette/





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Special thank you to Isabella for being a show patron!

Music clip: "Broke for Free" from Directionless by Night Owl, used under the Creative Commons license.