I want to camping with a friend due to the fact we both love camping however other than the basics (tent, water, food and roolmats + sleeping bags) I dont know what I would need scince it would be my first time technically scince the only other times I went with scout groups so what would I need? Would I need a pocket knife? I live in scotland so I can pretty much camp where I want if that's relevant?
Plus sorry for being a grammer nazi on phone rn
>>826948
>What would I need?
Beside what you listed you need:
-rucksack
-cookware/mess kit (+stove, fuel, lighter if you have to heat your food)
-proper clothing
-head torch/torch
-toiletries
optional stuff
-trekking poles
- map+compass (depending on where you are it might be needed)
>Would I need a pocket knife?
No, you don't need anything beyond a knife for food prep. Depending on the food you bring you might not even need a knife.
>>826965
How big would the rucksack need to be roughly
>>826967
Big enough to fit all your stuff. It's best to figure out what you'll bring then size the rucksack.
You'll probably fall somewhere between 40-75L. Generally the less experienced you are, the more likely you are to over pack.
>>826948
Get a multitool. Fire starting method. Water purification (boil or chem). Emergency foil blanket. Spare socks. Clean dry layer. Waterproof outers. Cordage.
Go camp for one night and then figure out what you'd like/might need for longer.
You'll survive a night and learn by doing.
>>826948
Fucking lurk mora
There are several threads up that address this issue
Catalog is your friend
>>826995
Pack what you think you need, than next time you go camping, ditch the stuff that you didn't use the first time. Overpacking is relative (see camping vs glamping).
>>827050
K thanks