Heading out? Here's your portable kitchen

Posted: August 05, 2010

The last time we went camping we forgot almost everything. The dish soap. The dishpan. Forks. And most tragically of all, the corkscrew.

OK, so we packed in a hurry. But if we had a list, our packing would have been foolproof.

Here is a basic checklist put together with the help of avid campers and the folks at Coleman, the manufacturer of all kinds of camping gear. Chances are you'll have your own additions - but this is a good start.

Well-insulated coolers

Stove, with fuel

Grill

Lantern

Nesting pots with lids

Skillet with lid

Pot gripper

Dish towels/dishrag

Plates and bowls

Utensils (forks, knives, spoons)

Slotted spoon

Spatula

Skewers

Potholders

Can opener

Corkscrew

All-purpose sharp knife

Insulated cups

Coffeepot

Water bottles

Waterproof matches

Butane lighter

Spices

Washtub

Resealable plastic bags

Garbage bags

Paper towels

Napkins

Foil

Votive candles

- Beth D'Addono

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