THE BRANDON SUN • Lake Life • SPRING 2026
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Night will fall and a reliable flashlight is a must-have. He says that a headlamp can double as a lantern to light up a larger area when shone through a clear or opaque bottle of water. Camp chairs are optional for car camping but if you’re backpacking, Mother Nature will generally provide a log or two, and campgrounds will generally have picnic tables. If you are buying a chair, take time to try it out in the store. A couple of good options are Kuma, which has a big round back, and Strong Back with built-in lumbar support. Some of what you pack will be familiar: the right cloth- ing, a hat, toileting supplies, wet wipes and/or sanitizing gel, bug spray, sun screen. Biodegradable camp soap is another must-have. “We have one called Camp Suds. A proper camp soap means you can actually wash your hands. And you can use it for dishes and even bathing,” he says. He says a 120-millilitre bottle will last years for most people as only a couple of drops at a time are needed. As you plan out your first adventure and gather infor- mation, do talk to someone local. A specialty retailer who is familiar with the region and the proper equipment can help you on your way. “Our goal is always to help someone have a good experi- ence,” says Ethan English. ✹
Relying only on firewood and the fire pit can be a bad idea when facing inclement weather. Stream N Wood recommends taking a single burner stove for cooking, and for boiling water for drinking. (Submitted )
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