What to Pack and Buy for a Walking Camping Weekend

A walking camping weekend needs more than tents and sleeping bags. You’ll also need compact cooking equipment, shared tableware, coolers, food for the route and a clear way to divide supplies between groups. Pack around the number of people sharing each tent and cooking setup, then check every item before departure. This list helps you shop early and avoid the things people often remember only after reaching camp.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 4
Folding chairsqty 20
Picnic benchesqty 4

Camping

Tents for four peopleqty 5
Sleeping matsqty 20
Sleeping bagsqty 20
Cushionsqty 20
Ground tarpsqty 5
Herringqty 40
Hammerqty 3
Tent peg pullersqty 3
Drying linesqty 4

Kitchen

Gas burnersqty 3
Gas cylindersqty 6
Cooking potsqty 4
Frying pansqty 2
Cutting boardsqty 4
Chef's knivesqty 4
Serving spoonsqty 6
Pliersqty 3
Kettlesqty 2
Thermos flasksqty 4

Tableware

Reusable platesqty 24
Reusable bowlsqty 24
Reusable cupsqty 30
Mugsqty 24
Cutlery setsqty 24
Serving plattersqty 8
Serving cutting boardsqty 4

Equipment

Coolersqty 5
Power banksqty 6

Lighting

Headlampsqty 20
LED lanternsqty 6
String lightsqty 3

Walking gear

Compassqty 4
Route mapsqty 10
Reflective vestsqty 6
Walking sticksqty 10

Safety

First aid kitsqty 2
Whistlesqty 20
Emergency blanketsqty 6
Waterproof document sleevesqty 10

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 4
Washing-up tubsqty 3
Reusable dish towelsqty 12
Hand brushesqty 3
Bucketsqty 4
Hand sanitizerqty 4
Toiletry bagsqty 2

Organization

Name stickersqty 30
Waterproof markersqty 6
Clipboardsqty 4
Pensqty 20
Ropeqty 2
Duct tapeqty 4

Catering

Groceries
- Whole wheat bread - 12 loaves
- Pistolets - 30 pieces
- Tortilla wraps - 40 pieces
- Butter - 1 kilo
- Young cheese - 2 kilos
- Hummus - 1.5 kilos
- Peanut butter - 3 jars
- Strawberry jam - 3 jars
- Chicken breast slices - 1.5 kilos
- Eggs - 30 pieces
- Bacon cubes - 1.5 kilos
- Red lentils - 2 kilos
- Whole wheat pasta - 2.5 kilos
- Rice - 2 kilos
- Diced tomatoes - 12 cans
- Coconut milk - 8 cans
- Kidney beans - 8 cans
- Chickpeas - 6 cans
- Mushrooms - 2 kilos
- Zucchini - 8 pieces
- Bell peppers - 12 pieces
- Onions - 3 kilos
- Garlic - 6 bulbs
- Carrots - 2 kilo
- Cucumbers - 8 pieces
- Cherry tomatoes - 2 kilos
- Lettuce - 6 heads
- Apples - 30 pieces
- Bananas - 30 pieces
- Grapes - 3 kilos
- Muesli - 3 kilos
- Yogurt - 8 liter
- Milk - 8 liters
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Cola - 8 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 6 bottles
- Sparkling water - 8 bottles
- Still water - 40 bottles
- Isotonic drink - 20 bottles
- Apple juice - 6 packs
- Lemons - 12 pieces
- Paprika chips - 6 bags
- Plain chips - 6 bags
- Nut mix - 2 kilo
- Muesli bars - 40 pieces
- Raisins - 1 kilo
- Olive oil - 2 bottles
- Salt - 1 tin
- Black pepper - 1 canister
- Curry powder - 1 can
- Paprika powder - 1 can
- Italian herbs - 1 canister
- Bouillon cubes - 2 boxes
- Pesto - 4 jars
- Tomato paste - 6 tubes
- Mayonnaise - 2 jars
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Dish soap - 3 bottles
- Sponges - 12 pieces
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 40 pieces
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Freezer bags - 2 boxes
- Hand soap - 4 bottles
- Sunscreen - 6 bottles
- Insect repellent - 6 bottles
- Plaster strips - 3 boxes
- Blister plasters - 3 boxes

Tips

Plan one tent for every four people, then add one sleeping mat and sleeping bag per person. Check the tent materials, pegs, hammer and ground tarps at least two days before leaving.
Allow two to three drinks per person for the first hour of walking, plus extra water for cooking. Fill coolers just before departure and keep food in portions that are easy to distribute by group.
For a shared kitchen, match each gas burner with a gas cylinder and test the burners before the weekend. Pack at least one cooking pot, frying pan, cutting board and chef’s knife for each cooking group.
Bring reusable plates, bowls, cups, mugs and cutlery for every participant, plus serving spoons and platters. Count them after washing and again when packing so missing items are found before departure.
Buy bread and toppings shortly before leaving and wash fruit and vegetables in advance. Keep dietary requirements with the participant list, and restock the first aid kit before the shopping trip rather than on departure morning.

Frequently asked questions

How many tents do I need for a walking camping weekend?: Use one four-person tent for every four participants, adding another tent whenever the group does not divide evenly. Check the tent materials, pegs and ground tarps at least two days before departure.
How much food should I buy for a camping weekend?: Plan food by participant and by meal, then portion groceries before leaving. Buy fresh bread, toppings, fruit and vegetables close to departure, and allow extra portions for dietary requirements and unexpected delays.
How many cooking items are needed for a camping group?: Each cooking group needs a tested gas burner, gas cylinder, cooking pot, frying pan, cutting board and chef’s knife. Add serving spoons, kettles and thermos flasks if meals or hot drinks will be shared.
When should I prepare a walking camping weekend shopping list?: Make the main list at least one week before the weekend and confirm registrations, dietary requirements and emergency contacts before shopping. Buy fresh food one day before departure, then fill the coolers on the morning you leave.

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