Suggested camping-tent-equipment items

Suggested camping-tent-equipment items for the beginner camper.

Here is some equipment that makes your tent camping experience better.

Air mattresses

A good quality air mattress can make all the difference in the camping experience. As we age, our backs and joints complain if we sleep on the ground. An air mattress will help you wake up on the 'right side of the bed'.
Don't forget the air pump. Battery, manual or electric are all better than using your own lungs.

A good light source in your tent is necessary at night. I recommend battery operated types so you don't have to worry about accidental fires.
On that note, consider taking a small fire extinguisher on your camping trip. You never know when you'll need one. Better to be safe than sorry.

A good cold weather rated sleeping bag will eliminate the need to bring extra blankets and egg carton mattresses for warmth. They cost a little more but are worth it in the end.

A tent safe heater can help take the chill off the cool mountain evenings. Sometimes you just want to relax inside the tent without having to huddle together for warmth. A propane tent heater allows that comfort.
The heater pictured above operates on either small canisters of propane or on large bulk types.
You'll find that your own needs and preferences will help you determine what level of comfort you need.

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