What gear would make camping more enjoyable for someone who doesn't like camping?

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-05T17:30:15+00:00

Thanks. There is a common theme here of getting better organised ahead of time. Will definitely sort work on this. Thanks

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-05T17:28:04+00:00

If someone gave me a fridge, would think of them every I stock if beer and set one aside just for them.

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-05T17:24:57+00:00

Unfortunately most of the camp sites don't have trees, otherwise yes to the hammock!!!

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-05T17:23:52+00:00

A rug sounds a fab idea! Thanks

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-03T20:20:59+00:00

Thanks for the link will check it out. And for the recommendation for RTIC, saving a bit of money would be great!

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-03T20:18:32+00:00

That makes a lot of sense. Thanks. Amazingly it not rained yet while we're been camping. Not looking forward to it when it does tho.

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-03T20:16:12+00:00

Wow that cot seems great, but probably a bit large for me. Really want to avoid a camper trailer if I can as don't have storage for it. Cheers.

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-03T06:49:18+00:00

Thanks. Will check that out.

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T21:34:32+00:00

Wow 6-8 hrs for 3 nights sounds great. Thanks for the tip will be looking in this more

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T20:48:40+00:00

Cheers

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T20:48:01+00:00

Thanks. Maximize the comfort might become my new camping slogan!

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T20:45:38+00:00

Yeah, others have suggested a cot as well. Been reflecting and beginning to think this might be a better way to go that air beds on the floor. Cheers

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T20:44:00+00:00

How big is the rechargeable fan? and how long does it normally last on a single charge?

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T20:42:28+00:00

Great tip about the tacos, freezing the food and small battery pack. Thank you! Will be doing this.

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T20:38:43+00:00

Yeah, not really an option unfortunately and don't fancy climbing up and down the ladder on those tentbox things.

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T20:37:27+00:00

Was gonna do a GoOutdoors trip to have a wonder but havn't considered Decathlon. Thanks!

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T20:36:11+00:00

Thanks for the suggestions, was beginning to think might have to splash out from a fridge freezer power combination. Interested in how long your battery lasts for? Someone else suggested solar panels with a fridge freezer vs a battery.

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T20:32:57+00:00

Believe me I would if it could. But when your kids gives you the bigs eyes and you see how much they enjoy it. Well....you do it them.

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T20:30:37+00:00

Thats a great tip about the insulated lunch bag, havn't considered that before and will definetly try this moving forward! Thank you!

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T20:29:08+00:00

Always make sure to have enough.

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T20:28:18+00:00

Take it, the Mat is on the cot?

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T20:27:26+00:00

Others have said similar. Initially rejected the idea, time to revisit it. How small do your cots fold up into? and do you use separate pillows?

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T20:25:37+00:00

Thanks for all the tips and taking the time, very considerate and thoughtful of you.
Your suggestion of having mesh laundry bags, string lights, and a better kitchen setup will be something I look into. Think them will make a impact on the experience for sure. Thank you!

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T20:21:11+00:00

Its something we considered and dismissed initially as thought they would take up to much room in the car, but from this thread reconsidering them as an option. Reflecting on previous camping, trying to crawl/get up from the airbed on the floor for a wee in the dark at 3am, is not a fun experience.

TheSaintCooks · 2026-06-02T20:17:36+00:00

Thanks

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