How to Build a Camper Kit

Prepare for the outdoors by anticipating many of the problems that can happen during a camping trip, such as gear damage. Bad weather can cause rips and tears on your tent fabric or worn out parts can give in due to heavy use. A camper kit is comprised of tools and items for gear repair and assembly that can come in handy during severe situations. Build your own personalized camper kit, depending on the types of gear and accessories you have.

Things You'll Need

  • Storage bag
  • Tools and gear parts
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Instructions

    • 1

      Gather all the gear and accessories you intend to bring on your camping trip, such as tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cots or a screen cover. Look for worn out parts and damaged areas. Make any needed repairs and assess the possible damages that can occur during the trip, such as tears on weak spots and breakage of worn out shock poles.

    • 2

      Collect the necessary tools for assembling gear and making emergency gear repair. This depends on the materials you have and which ones you intend to bring with you. Include necessary items like scissors, sawing kit, replacement zippers, duct tape, quick-attach buckles, cable ties in different sizes, adhesive tube, 4-by-6-inch mesh netting patch, tent pole ferrules, shock cord, seam sealer, 3-by-10-inch adhesive patch, nylon thread, tent stakes and a rubber mallet.

    • 3

      Add emergency and safety items, including a first aid kit, flashlights and batteries, a multipurpose knife, wire, rope and cord. First aid kits may include insect repellent, hand sanitizer, antibacterial ointment, pain relief medication, bandages or gauze pads.

    • 4

      Place all items in a secure, waterproof storage bag to complete your kit.