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How to Survive a Tournament

By Catherine Kenda of Stillwater

Part IV - August 1986

This list is intended as a guide only. There are probably some things that you will want to take which are not included here; there certainly are some things here that you do not need or want. Remember to check with the driver before you pack if you are carpooling, since there may be limited space for your gear. You can cut down on what you need to take if you go with a group, since even a group with several people will only need one stove, tent, cooler, etc.

Personal equipment

Clothing

  • tunic(s) and undertunic(s)
  • sturdy shoes
  • extra socks in a plastic bag
  • cloak
  • hood
  • hat
  • veil with headband
  • mundane clothes

Jewelry and accessories

  • belt(s)
  • belt pouch
  • circlet
  • jewelry
  • dress steel (fancy dagger)

Toiletries and first aid kit

  • sunscreen
  • deodorant
  • toothbrush and toothpaste
  • brush and comb
  • soap and towel
  • toilet paper
  • tampons
  • prescribed medicine
  • aspirin
  • allergy medication
  • motion sickness pills
  • band-aids
  • antiseptic (alcohol wipes are good, and they can be used for several other purposes as well)

Eating utensils

  • plate
  • bowl (wood or metal)
  • belt knife in sheath
  • spoon
  • (fork if wanted)
  • goblet
  • tankard (wood, metal or hom)
Food and cookware

Cooler with frozen food, Water containers

Cooking equipment

  • large water pot
  • skillet
  • kitchen spoons
  • ladle
  • fork
  • good kitchen knife
  • cutting board
  • potholders
  • soap and towel for dishes

Ingredients for dinner and breakfast, including Spices (salt and pepper), Can opener

Heat source - stove or barbecue

  • fuel (charcoal or gas)
  • matches
  • starter fluid if needed
  • water bucket for safety
  • stand to raise it off the ground

Finger and snack food

  • cheese (in cooler)
  • meat (in cooler)
  • fruit - fresh and dried
  • bread
  • nuts
  • cookies

Beverages

  • coffee
  • tea
  • sugar
  • creamer
  • milk
  • wine
  • beer
  • fruit juices
  • soft drinks
Shelter

Bedding

  • sleeping bag or bedroll
  • waterproof ground cloth
  • air mattress
  • pillow

Tent or pavilion

  • poles
  • stakes
  • ropes
  • mallet or hammer
  • white flags for guy lines
  • small broom for sweeping up
  • trash bags

Light

  • kerosene lantern for setting up
  • candle lanterns
  • candles
  • matches
  • torches
  • flashlights

Comfort

  • folding chairs or stools
  • table
  • tablecloths
  • rug or throw for front of tent
  • baskets for storing things
Miscellaneous

Hobbies and crafts

  • musical instruments
  • games
  • embroidery
  • reading material
  • pen and paper, etc.

Arms and armor, Archery equipment

Banners

Directions to the site, Car keys and driver's license

Camera and film

 


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