Many of us live for the time we get to experience the outdoors. We are constantly planning the next great escape from the city to again be at peace with the serenity, majesty and wonder of nature. Often in our pressured, busy lives it is so easy to forget a few things that would make our experience in nature all the better.

How many times can you recall running late to get away from your routine and in your rush, you overlooked things you wished you hadn’t? If you’re anything like me (human, that is), then you can surely relate. And let’s face it. On some outings, be they for a short or a long while, there can be so many things to remember, depending on what you are doing and who you are doing it with.

So with the above in mind, a few Camping for Women contributors have come up with some checklists to help make our planning and getting things together a little easier. You can also tailor these checklists by adding other things that may be particular to your circumstances, activity or location.

We sincerely hope you get great value out from these free checklists and that they save you some time and hassle that often goes with forgetting to take something that you really felt you needed to have. Be sure to share this resource with your family and friends who love the great outdoors too!