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[quote=Anonymous]Don't get overwhelmed. Don't need quite as much as some of the above pps have listed.

I have the Coleman instant tent - I think it was less than $200 and makes for easy set up, so worth it. (Newbie hint - all tents come with set up instructions in their carry bag, which you probably want to review and also watch the manufacturer's YouTube video before heading out the first time.)

You can improvise pads and bedding with what you have. If you have an inflatable mattress, that would work for the parents and then you can bring yoga mats for the kids. (Yoga mats are great for extra insulation if you tend to get cold - just put in under your sleeping pad.) Also, comforters if you don't want to invest in sleeping bags. And pillows from your beds.

Definitely some headlamps and lights.  Look at Sierratradingpost.com for deals.

For food, you can get away with not having a stove if you bring take out or sandwiches. Bring a package of hot dogs to cook over the fire, but then have sandwiches or whatever for back up. You can brew coffee and bring it with you to have cold the next morning. Croissants or bagels or cereal for breakfast. You'll probably need a cooler. Don't forget matches and newspaper for the fire. Most campgrounds will sell fire wood and starter. Also, most have a "camp host" who lives there for the season and would likely be glad to help you with questions or fire starting or lending matches if your forget.

Have fun![/quote]

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