Survival camping (also referred to as survivalist camping) is an extreme outdoor recreational experience that entails living for multiple days (or even weeks) in nature using only tools and supplies available.

Your gear can make the trip more enjoyable, safe and effective – here’s our selection of survival camping equipment!

Knife

A good survival knife must be versatile enough for all the less-than-civilized tasks and functions necessary for wilderness living (survival). Striking this balance requires precision: strong but portable and easy to use are both key requirements.

Camping knives are essential, and there is a range of types available to meet every budget and need. Be sure to select one that can provide quality performance on the trail.

Be sure to pack a first aid kit and extra food items just in case you become lost or injured while camping. Bring along a compass as well as a headlamp so you can find your way back home quickly, plus one for seeing in low light conditions.

Firestarter

Firestarters are an indispensable piece of camping gear. As one of the safest and simplest ways to light a campfire or charcoal grill, they use natural compounds instead of harmful chemicals that cause odor and harm the environment.

Survival backpacks are essential pieces of equipment for anyone planning on staying out in the wilderness for extended periods. Large enough to carry all emergency supplies while also waterproof, these packs also include pockets to store water bottles as well as being converted into sleeping bags if desired.

An outdoor campfire is an essential component of outdoor adventure, providing warmth and comfort as well as creating a sense of community. A survival campfire can also help cook food or boil water for drinking purposes while offering protection from insects while offering light navigational aids.

Compass

Compasses can be invaluable tools when camping; especially in wilderness areas where hiking and camping partners are scarce and provide you with direction. When traveling alone, compass may help provide sense of direction and reduce chances of becoming lost.

A good compass should feature an orienting arrow, dial or bezel and magnetic needle for accurate bearing taking. When taking bearings on maps, simply place the compass over them and line up its orienting arrow with your destination on the map to take a bearing reading.

Exploring unfamiliar terrain confidently while returning back to civilization requires learning how to use a compass and map. Mastering this essential skill enables ramblers and backpackers venturing into the wild to navigate with confidence – it could save their lives!

Headlamp

Headlamps can be essential when camping, hiking on dark trails or reading in your tent after an adventure-filled day. Their warm glow provides easy on the eyes illumination that helps create an inviting ambiance perfect for relaxation after an exciting journey.

Strobe modes are great for emergencies when you need to provide immediate illumination of an immediate environment, while some headlamps also include flood beam technology for close-range illumination without blinding fellow campers.

Understanding how headlamp lumens and battery life relate is of critical importance, with manufacturers increasingly providing this data visually or via specs/user manual. Recharging indicators can also come in handy for wilderness backpackers – this prevents your headlamp from accidentally turning on in your pack during hikes thereby saving power and saving batteries!

Paracord

Paracord (also referred to as parachute cord, type III cord and 550 cord) is an invaluable asset for survival prepper kits, from creating traps to tying down gear. It’s strong and versatile – and when packed with multipurpose wire inside, its potential usefulness grows exponentially.

Paracord can be invaluable in the wilderness when creating bear hangs or protecting food from animals. Furthermore, its versatility also makes it useful in creating trip wires to deter unwanted visitors to your campsite.

When shopping for paracord, opt for military grade options – that means it should be rot-resistant, waterproof and strong! Furthermore, military-grade paracord comes in an assortment of colors, patterns and materials (kevlar/glowing in the dark included), making it suitable for weaving into bracelets!