Do you have a particular budget set aside for purchasing camping equipment? You may not have sat down and created a formal budget, but there's a good chance that your level of spending will be limited to some extent. As with many other purchases in life, this means that it's important that you make the right choices.
It often seems to me that the starting point in this conversation should involve thinking about what you really need. If you're starting from a position of having no equipment at all, then it's clear that you may need to buy rather a lot! You may, however, wish to think about exactly what's required. Do you need to buy an expensive tent, for instance, or could you opt for something that's a little cheaper?
Your thought process may also be influenced by your wishes and expectations. If you're thinking about taking regular camping trips, then you may feel that it's sensible to gather more equipment. This isn't always as natural a decision as it may seem.
