Bushcraft camp shopping list

Use this bushcraft camp shopping list to prepare the camp, cooking area and hands-on activities without leaving essential gear until the last minute. Plan sleeping equipment for each participant, shared cooking and serving items, and enough tools for people to work safely in small groups. Tents, tarps, coolers and water equipment affect the layout, so check quantities before you reserve the campsite. Buy or collect consumables and chilled food close to departure, while tools, tables and safety equipment can be checked several days earlier.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 4
Folding chairsqty 24
Tarpqty 3
Ground tarpsqty 4
Picnic benchesqty 4

Camping

Tentsqty 8
Sleeping matsqty 20
Blanketsqty 20
Headlampsqty 20

Equipment

Coolersqty 4
Gas burnersqty 2
Gas cylindersqty 4
Water boilersqty 2

Kitchen

Cooking potsqty 3
Cutting boardsqty 4
Chef’s knives and bread knivesqty 6
Serving spoonsqty 4

Tableware

Reusable platesqty 24
Reusable bowlsqty 24
Reusable cupsqty 30
Reusable cutleryqty 30

Bushcraft materials

Axesqty 6
Hand sawsqty 6
Woodcarving knivesqty 12
Rope rollsqty 8
Work glovesqty 24
Fire samplesqty 12
Logsqty 2

Safety

First aid kitsqty 2
Fire extinguishersqty 2
Fire blanketsqty 2
Flashlightsqty 4

Lighting

LED lanternsqty 8
Extension cordsqty 2

Cleaning

Dishpanqty 2
Dish brushesqty 4
Tea towelsqty 12
Towelsqty 6

Catering

Groceries
- Chicken legs - 5 kilograms
- Vegetarian burgers - 12 pieces
- Potatoes - 5 kilograms
- Carrots - 2 kilograms
- Bell peppers - 12 pieces
- Onions - 2 kilograms
- Zucchinis - 6 pieces
- Mushrooms - 1,5 kilogram
- Corn cobs - 24 pieces
- Bread - 8 loaves
- Hamburger buns - 24 pieces
- Butter - 4 packets
- Hummus - 6 tubs
- Young cheese - 2 kilograms
- Spreadable cheese - 6 tubs
- Peanut butter - 3 jars
- Jam - 3 jars
- Eggs - 30 pieces
- Oatmeal - 2 kilogram
- Yogurt - 4 liters
- Muesli - 2 kilograms
- Apples - 30 pieces
- Bananas - 30 pieces
- Grapes - 3 kilograms
- Paprika chips - 6 bags
- Plain chips - 6 bags
- Mixed nuts - 2 kilograms
- Marshmallows - 2 kilograms
- Ketchup - 3 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 3 bottles
- Barbecue sauce - 2 bottles
- Olive oil - 2 bottles
- Salt - 2 packs
- Pepper - 2 jars
- Paprika powder - 2 jars
- Garlic powder - 2 jars
- Italian herbs - 2 jars
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 2 kilograms
- Milk - 8 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Water - 40 liter
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Apple juice - 4 packs
- Lemons - 12 pieces
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 3 rolls
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- Hand soap - 4 bottles
- Disinfectant wipes - 4 packs

Tips

Allow one tent space and one sleeping mat per overnight participant, plus blankets and a headlamp for each person. Check the forecast before packing extra ground tarps or weather cover.
Count shared tableware by participant rather than by household: one reusable plate, bowl, cup and cutlery set per person, plus a small reserve for damage or late arrivals.
For cooking, match the number of pots, cutting boards, knives and serving spoons to the group size. Pack coolers and chilled food shortly before leaving, and chill water and drinks before participants arrive.
Divide axes, hand saws, carving knives, rope and work gloves into activity groups instead of placing everything at one worktable. Prepare the materials before registration so demonstrations can start on time.
Keep first aid kits and fire extinguishers easy to reach at the cooking and fire areas, not buried in transport boxes. Check fire regulations and mark the safety zone before setting up the fire pit.

Frequently asked questions

What do I need for an overnight bushcraft camp?: Bring a tent space, sleeping mat, blanket and headlamp for every overnight participant. Add shared tarps or ground tarps according to the campsite layout, and check the forecast at least 24 hours before departure.
How much tableware do I need for a bushcraft camp?: Plan one reusable plate, bowl, cup and cutlery set per person, plus around 10% spare sets. For 20 participants, pack at least 22 of each item so late additions or breakages do not disrupt meals.
When should I buy food and pack coolers for camp?: Buy fresh and chilled food one day before the camp where possible, then pack the coolers on the day of departure. Chill water and drinks before arrival and keep dietary-requirement items clearly separated.
How many bushcraft tools should each group have?: Give each small activity group its own set of work gloves, rope and suitable tools, rather than making everyone share one set. Count tools at least 24 hours before the camp and keep spare gloves available for damaged or wet pairs.

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