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I go camping every year. Here are 10 essentials I suggest buying


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I have an annual camping trip every summer that I look forward to all year. I am always so connected and plugged in that having a few days out in the woods where I'm forced to log off, is really nice. The thing is, I still want to enjoy a few amenities while basking in the fresh air. My main needs include lighting because I'm admittedly afraid of the dark, coffee or a way to make coffee and I need to be able to sit down by the fire, ideally in a chair.

Whether you have camping trips planned for the 4th of July or simply want to celebrate the great outdoors this summer, I've curated a list of camping essentials I recommend buying to help you stay comfortable and prepared.

Shop for new hiking boots, my favorite set of retractable string lights, a must-have foldable table that will be the hero of every trip and of course, the ultimate camping chair that folds up to the size of a water bottle.

10 camping essentials I recommend buying

1. Ogery Rechargeable Camping String Lights, 4-in-1 Quick Storage

2. Merrell Men's Moab Speed 2 Thermo Mid Waterproof

3. Coleman RoadTrip 285 Portable Stand-Up Propane Grill with 3 Adjustable Burners

4. BigBlue Waterproof, Portable, Foldable Solar Panel Charger

5. Salomon X Ultra 360 Mid ClimaSalomon Waterproof

6. Jetboil Genesis Basecamp System Camp Stove

7. Portable Rechargeable Fan with LED Lantern

8. iClimb Ultralight Compact Camping Folding Table with Carry Bag

9. Cliq Portable Camping Chair - Collapses to Size of Water Bottle

10. 19-in-1 Emergency Survival Gear and Equipment

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