Planning a 2-day family camping trip – what essentials should we bring?

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Type your messageHi everyone,

My family and I are planning a short 2-day camping trip outside the city next month. It will just be a simple trip with our car and a small tent. We’ve done day trips before, but this will be our first time staying overnight.

I'm trying to make a checklist so we don’t forget anything important. So far I have:

Tent and sleeping bags

Portable stove and cooking supplies

Food and water

Flashlights / headlamps

First aid kit

One thing I'm still thinking about is power for small devices like phones, lights, and maybe a small fan at night.

Do you usually bring a small battery system, solar panel, or just rely on the car?

I'd love to hear what essentials you always bring for a short camping trip. Any tips would be really appreciated!