In order to alleviate the potential frustration of stuffing everything into your vehicle, you may need to have a look at something similar to the Yakima Skybox Pro 2 as a cargo carrier. By the time we get this camping list together, you will see the beauty of having everything stored on top of the car or truck in this wonderful compact rooftop carrier.

Now let’s begin with the packing list. Of course this will vary as your hobbies and likes may be different but we will assume that hiking, fishing and outdoor activities are high on your list of outings that you enjoy doing while staying in the woods.

1. Good hiking shoes or boots. This is necessary if any real hiking is likely to occur. Note that you will not want to wear a brand new pair of boots without first breaking them in at least just a little. This is vital because if you don’t follow this guideline you could end up with some very sore feet, putting a stop to the weekend hiking adventure.

2. Clothing appropriate for the weather and terrain. If you anticipate rain at all, be sure to bring some dependable rain gear as trekking in these conditions while wet can get old pretty fast.

3. A backpack that is size appropriate depending on how long you will be trekking at a time and if the hikes will include staying somewhere overnight. Be sure that you include food, an extra layer of clothing, minimal medical items and water to name a few items.

4. A small first aid kit that includes band aids, antibacterial cream, bug repellent, aspirin and any additional prescriptions that you may need while you are gone.

5. A tent if you are tent camping. Also if you are tent camping, of course you will include a sleeping bag, pillow, and items to create your campfire. These bigger items will store very nicely overhead in your Yakima Skybox cargo storage unit so you need not grow frustrated about the kids fighting for space in the backseat of the truck.

6. A completely charged cell phone and possibly a good portable gps device if you will be hiking in low populated parts of the woods.

7. Any maps that cover the area that you will be trekking in. You might also think about bringing a compass if you want to do it the old fashioned way without today’s technologically advanced gps systems.

8. Depending on the varied interests of your family members, bring all your fishing gear, hunting equipment, swimsuits, the canoe…you name it. Bring those items that will keep you, the kids and the family pet happy. Hint…don’t forget the dog meals if you are bringing the family pet along.

Start getting your hiking list together that includes all of the items that are essential to you and your family. Before you know it, it will be time to pack up the kids, the truck and the Yakima Skybox 21 atop your vehicle and off you go. We hope that this article will get you started and that you have many memorable hiking adventures ahead of you.

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