Family camp shopping list

A family camp needs more than tents and sleeping bags. Plan food for every meal, reusable tableware for the full group, cooking equipment, seating and a simple washing and waste setup. Pack camping gear by sleeping place, including a mat, sleeping bag, blanket and ground cover for each person. Buy fresh food no more than 1–2 days before camp, and check dietary needs before finalizing quantities.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 8
Folding chairsqty 50
Picnic benchesqty 6
Buffet tablesqty 3
Waste binsqty 6
Lounge sofasqty 4

Camping

Family tentsqty 12
Sleeping tentsqty 6
Sleeping matsqty 50
Sleeping bagsqty 50
Cushionsqty 50
Blanketsqty 12
Herringqty 120
Guy ropesqty 40
Ground tarpsqty 18
Storage cratesqty 15
Fire pitsqty 2
Bucketsqty 4

Tableware

Reusable platesqty 60
Reusable bowlsqty 60
Reusable cupsqty 80
Coffee cupsqty 50
Forksqty 60
Knivesqty 60
Spoonsqty 60
Serving spoonsqty 12

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 6
Chef's knivesqty 6
Mixing bowlsqty 6
Serving plattersqty 12
Thermos flasksqty 6
Water jugsqty 8
Coolersqty 6
Barbecue tongsqty 4
Barbecue brushesqty 2
Gas barbecuesqty 3
Gas cylindersqty 4

Equipment

Kettlesqty 3
Coffee machinesqty 2
Extension cordsqty 6
Power stripsqty 6
Bluetooth speakersqty 2
Microphone

Lighting

String lightsqty 8
LED lampsqty 12
Flashlightsqty 12

Sports equipment

Footballsqty 3
Frisbeesqty 6
Skipping ropesqty 8
Vestsqty 20
Conesqty 20
Water balloonsqty 100

Decorations

Buntingqty 8
Name badgesqty 60
Tableclothsqty 8
Chalkboardsqty 4

Cleaning

Washing-up basinsqty 4
Spongesqty 12
Dish brushesqty 4
Hand broomsqty 4

Safety

First aid kitsqty 2
Fire extinguishersqty 2
Safety vestsqty 6

Catering

Groceries
- Hamburgers - 60 pieces
- Chicken skewers - 50 pieces
- Vegetarian burgers - 15 pieces
- Hot dogs - 50 pieces
- Hamburger buns - 60 pieces
- Hot dog buns - 50 pieces
- Baguettes - 12 pieces
- Bread rolls - 60 pieces
- Whole grain bread - 8 loaves
- Currant buns - 60 pieces
- Croissants - 60 pieces
- Potato salad - 6 kg
- Pasta salad - 6 kg
- Mixed salad - 5 kg
- Cucumbers - 12 pieces
- Tomatoes - 5 kg
- Bell peppers - 20 pieces
- Red onions - 2 kg
- Carrots - 3 kg
- Corn cobs - 30 pieces
- Lettuce - 8 heads
- Apples - 8 kg
- Bananas - 6 kg
- Grapes - 5 kg
- Oranges - 6 kg
- Strawberries - 4 kg
- Yogurt - 6 kg
- Muesli - 3 kg
- Cornflakes - 3 kg
- Chocolate sprinkles - 2 kg
- Peanut butter - 3 jars
- Jam - 4 jars
- Cheese - 4 kg
- Ham - 3 kg
- Chicken breast - 3 kg
- Butter - 2 kg
- Eggs - 60 pieces
- Milk - 12 liters
- Plant-based milk - 4 liters
- Coffee - 2 kg
- Tea - 200 bags
- Sugar - 2 kg
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 8 bottles
- Orange soda - 8 bottles
- Iced tea - 8 bottles
- Sparkling water - 12 bottles
- Still water - 24 bottles
- Lemonade syrup - 4 bottles
- Beer - 60 cans
- Alcohol-free beer - 24 cans
- White wine - 8 bottles
- Red wine - 4 bottles
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Snacks - 6 bags
- Cookies - 8 packs
- Marshmallows - 6 bags
- Ketchup - 4 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 4 jars
- Mustard - 3 bottles
- Barbecue sauce - 4 bottles
- Garlic sauce - 3 bottles
- Olive oil - 2 liters
- Sunflower oil - 2 liters
- Salt - 500 grams
- Pepper - 250 gram
- Paprika powder - 100 grams
- Garlic powder - 100 grams
- Italian herbs - 100 grams
- Aluminum foil - 3 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Paper towels - 8 rolls
- Napkins - 500 pieces
- Trash bags - 100 pieces
- Dish soap - 4 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 3 bottles
- Toilet paper - 48 rolls
- Hand soap - 6 bottles
- Hand sanitizer - 6 bottles
- Matches - 4 boxes
- Charcoal - 6 bags
- Firelighters - 4 boxes

Tips

Pack one sleeping mat and sleeping bag per sleeper, then add one blanket and cushion for every two people. Bring family tents plus separate sleeping tents if the group needs quieter sleeping areas.
For shared meals, count one reusable plate, bowl, cup, coffee cup, fork, knife and spoon per person, then add 10% extra for loss or damage. Pack serving spoons and platters separately so buffet food is easy to handle.
Plan 2–3 drinks per person for the first hour and about 1 drink per person for each additional hour. Fill the coolers just before leaving, and keep drinking water separate from food and ice.
Buy vegetables, ingredients for marinades and sauces, and picnic-pack items 1–2 days before departure. Wash and cut produce before loading the car, but keep prepared food chilled until it is served.
Do not leave site setup items until arrival: pack ground tarps, guy ropes, storage crates, buckets and fire pits together. Allow at least 2 hours before the first meal to secure the site, mark camping spots and set up the kitchen station.

Frequently asked questions

What do I need to buy for a family camp?: Plan for camping gear, food and drinks, reusable tableware, kitchen tools, seating, waste bins and fire-safety supplies. For each sleeper, allow one sleeping mat and sleeping bag; add 10% extra tableware for a group.
How much food and drink should I bring to family camp?: Plan three meals plus snacks for every full day, and buy fresh ingredients 1–2 days before departure. Allow 2–3 drinks per person for the first hour and around 1 drink per person for each hour after that.
How many tents and sleeping bags do I need for family camp?: Provide one sleeping place per person: one mat, sleeping bag and suitable tent space for each sleeper. Bring one extra sleeping bag or blanket for every 10 people if weather conditions may change.
When should I pack and check the family camp shopping list?: Check the complete list 3–5 days before camp, when there is still time to replace missing gear. Buy chilled and fresh food 1–2 days beforehand, and load coolers and transport crates on the day of departure.

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