Summer-camp packing lists can be long—and sometimes intimidating. Here’s how to choose fun but practical gear that’ll last for many seasons to come.

Contributor Kira Garcia spoke to 17 experts, including camp directors, camp counselors, and parents of kids going to camp this summer about the best, most useful things to pack for summer camp.

When it comes to packing lunches for summer camp, experts say some foods are better for kids to eat in the heat.

I’m a camper of over 12 years, and I rely on these 11 summer camping essentials. My picks include a Lodge cast iron griddle, a Coleman stove, and a Hydro Flask tumbler.

Do the load-carrying suspension systems in lighter packs measure up to what I getting with my Gregory pack? Please, enlighten me. Stan El Dorado Hills, California Published: Jul 20, 2007 ...