Camping equipment: tips on what to bring

Do you need to recharge your batteries by yourself? You can opt for minimalist camping equipment, for your own little "nature retreat". In this case, you'll need:

• A 2-person camping tent (this is as small as Quechua's camping range gets, so there's plenty of room for all your stuff!). A classic fresh and black 2-second tent, or the latest “Easy” model, will be great if you want to sleep in. On the other hand, most other tents have to be pitched by two people... The 2-second tent really is a great invention.

• A single mattress. You can choose between a pump-inflatable mattress or a self-inflating mattress! If you like more sleeping space, opt for a bigger mattress, but you'll also need a bigger tent. And don't forget that you'll be sleeping with your rucksack or suitcase, which will take up a lot of space!

• A single sleeping bag, which may or may not convert into a duvet, depending on your preferences.

• A 1-person cooking set and a stove if you're planning to cook up a storm. Don't forget to take a water bottle, even at camp, so you don't have to go back to a drinking water point for every drink!

• a first-aid kit and eco-friendly toilet paper (in case the campsite toilets get robbed of their rolls or if you prefer "going in nature").

• A headlamp for if you have to walk around the campsite at night (#UrgentPee)

• A hammock, which allows you to rest between two trees and takes up less space than a camping chair.

If you want to get away with your family or friends, think bigger!

• You'll need a family tent to accommodate everyone under the same roof. There are lots of family tents to choose from, from the classic tunnel tent to the teepee tent. If you're at a loss just thinking about it, we've put together an article on how to choose your family tent.

• When it comes to camping mattresses, the best thing is for everyone to have their own, so you can sleep wherever you like (or even have a night under the stars and fall asleep watching the sky if you feel like it). If you're going away with children, it's not impossible that your room will be rearranged during your stay, depending on what you feel like doing and on any quarrels or 'alliances' among the siblings.

• If you're going away with family or friends, mealtimes are going to be intense, and the washing-up is going to be outrageous! To make life easier, choose a pressure shower as your water inlet, coupled with a triangular-shaped multifunctional kitchen unit. You can use this unit to prepare your meals and do the washing-up in a more practical, convivial way!

• Don't forget to take two coolers! One large one will stay at camp, while the smaller cooler, preferably in the form of a rucksack, will accompany you on your hikes.

• Remember to pack enough folding chairs and a large table.

• If you want to take a shower while your kids are at the camping club, or if you just want to relax and soak up the sun, Quechua has even designed camping chairs. Alternatively, you can grab a leg rest to turn your chair into an armchair and get comfy.

• If you want to live independently, Quechua has designed a dry toilet, so you don't have to queue with your roll of toilet paper in your hand at the campsite toilet while the mosquitoes are biting you...

• If you're taking your own solar shower, add a foldable shower cubicle, so that your shower is a little moment all to yourself.

• Finally, everyone has their own headlamp, so everyone has their own way! If you're taking young children with you, remember to choose headlamps with clearly distinguishable colours! This will avoid debates about "what's-his-name taking my stuff!" #ItsNotFair