What to bring and buy for an animal camp

An animal camp needs more than feed and a few outdoor games. You will need supplies for meals, drinks, group activities, weather changes, animal care and basic safety. Plan quantities around the number of participants, then add a small reserve for spills, damaged materials and unexpected delays. Check dietary requirements, allergies and fears before shopping, and pick up animal feed early enough that it is ready when the care schedule starts.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Party tentsqty 2
Foldable tablesqty 8
Chairsqty 36
Buffet tablesqty 2
Waste binsqty 4

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 50
Platesqty 40
Cutlery setsqty 40
Serving spoonsqty 6
Serving jugsqty 4

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 4
Kitchen knivesqty 4
Mixing bowlsqty 4
Serving plattersqty 8
Thermos flasksqty 3
Coolersqty 4
Ice packsqty 12
Kettlesqty 2

Equipment

Extension cordsqty 4
Power stripsqty 4
Mobile phoneqty 2
Wall clock

Sports equipment

Animal quiz cardsqty 6
Hoopsqty 6
Conesqty 20
Ropesqty 8
Blindfoldsqty 10
Flashlightsqty 12
Notebooksqty 36
Pencilsqty 40
Colored pencilsqty 6
Magnifying glassesqty 12

Animal care

Feed bowlsqty 12
Drinking bowlsqty 12
Pitchforksqty 4
Hand brushesqty 8
Animal brushesqty 8
Bucketsqty 8
Work glovesqty 12
Leashes and collarsqty 6
Pet towelsqty 8

Safety

First aid kitsqty 2
Pocket-size sanitizerqty 4
Safety vestsqty 8
Barrier tapeqty 2

Decorations

Name badgesqty 40
Tableclothsqty 8
Animal postersqty 12
Buntingqty 6
Chalkboardsqty 4

Cleaning

Litter pickersqty 2
Broom setsqty 3
Mopsqty 3
Cleaning bucketsqty 3

Catering

Groceries
- Wholemeal bread - 6 loaves
- White bread rolls - 48 pieces
- Currant buns - 36 pieces
- Butter - 3 packs
- Young cheese - 2 kilograms
- Aged cheese - 1 kilogram
- Back ham - 1 kilogram
- Chicken breast slices - 1 kilogram
- Hummus - 6 tubs
- Peanut butter - 3 jars
- Chocolate spread - 3 jars
- Jam - 3 jars
- Eggs - 36 pieces
- Cucumbers - 8 pieces
- Tomatoes - 3 kilograms
- Carrots - 3 kilogram
- Bell peppers - 12 pieces
- Lettuce - 6 heads
- Apples - 40 pieces
- Bananas - 40 pieces
- Grapes - 4 kilograms
- Oranges - 30 pieces
- Yogurt - 6 liter
- Muesli - 3 kilogram
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Milk - 8 liters
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilogram
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 6 bottles
- Apple juice - 6 packs
- Still water - 6 crates
- Sparkling water - 2 crates
- Lemons - 12 pieces
- Ice cubes - 8 bags
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Salted breadsticks - 6 bags
- Popcorn - 2 kilograms
- Popcorn Bags - 40 pieces
- Cookies - 8 packs
- Marshmallows - 2 kilograms
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Pasta - 5 kilogram
- Pasta sauce - 8 jars
- Corn - 6 cans
- Grated cheese - 2 kilogram
- Vegetarian meatballs - 4 kilogram
- Herb mix - 4 sachets
- Salt - 1 pack
- Pepper - 1 jar
- Olive oil - 2 bottles
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Napkins - 200 pieces
- Paper towels - 8 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Liquid hand soap - 6 bottles
- Hand sanitizer gel - 6 bottles
- Dish soap - 3 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 3 bottles
- Sponges - 12 pieces
- Cleaning wipes - 24 pieces
- Rubber gloves - 12 pairs
- Trash bags - 60 pieces
- Animal feed - 20 kilogram
- Hay - 4 bales
- Animal biscuits - 6 bags
- Carrots for animals - 10 kilograms

Tips

Allow 2–3 drinks per person for the first hour, then 1 drink per person per additional hour. Bring coolers, ice packs and serving jugs so drinks stay cold and can be refilled safely.
Pack 10–15% extra plates, cups and cutlery beyond the registered group size. Outdoor camps lose or dirty items more easily than an indoor meal, especially when several activity groups eat at different times.
Buy animal feed only after confirming the animals and handlers. Check the required type and amount with the handler, and collect the feed at least 1 day before camp rather than leaving it until the morning of the event.
For each activity group, prepare one set of notebooks and pencils plus a complete set of quiz cards, cones, hoops or ropes. Add at least 2 spare pencils and a few extra activity markers for every group.
Check practical safety supplies the day before: first aid materials, flashlights, extension cords and power strips. Charge the mobile phone, check the weather forecast within 24 hours, and keep a dry backup area available with tents or covered tables.

Frequently asked questions

How much food and drink do I need for an animal camp?: Plan food portions for every registered participant and add 10–15% extra for spills, seconds and late additions. For drinks, allow 2–3 per person in the first hour and 1 per person for each additional hour.
When should I buy animal feed for an animal camp?: Confirm the animals and their handlers first, then collect the feed at least 1 day before camp. This leaves time to check the quantity, store it correctly and fix a missing item before participants arrive.
How many cups, plates and cutlery sets should I bring?: Use the final participant count as your base and add 10–15% extra of each item. For 30 participants, that means preparing about 33–35 cups, plates and cutlery sets.
What should I pack for animal camp activities?: Prepare one complete activity set per group, including the required quiz cards, hoops, cones, ropes, blindfolds, notebooks and pencils. Add at least 2 spare pencils and extra markers per group, and check everything 1 day before the camp.

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