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The Easter long weekend is the perfect chance to unplug and immerse yourself in the great outdoors. With cooler weather and a four-day break, many Australians take the opportunity to go bush, hit the coast, or escape to the mountains.
To help you prepare, we’ve created this Easter camping checklist featuring our favourite sustainable camping gear and tips on what to pack for exploring nature without the waste and polluting chemicals.
However you plan to enjoy the great outdoors—camping, hiking, beach or picnic— these eco-friendly alternatives will help you tread lightly while having a great time.
🏕️ Eco Packing List for an Easter Outdoors
1. Reusable Water Bottle or Hydration Pack
Hydration is key when you're spending time in nature. Instead of disposable plastic, take a reusable stainless steel bottle like the Klean Kanteen or EcoVessel, or upgrade to a filtered bottle for clean water wherever you wander.
Insulated water bottle - even without a fridge keeps water cooler
Large water bottle - when you can't fill up as often
Water filter bottle - Lifestraw lets you filter water from creeks. See our Comprehensive Guide to Water Filtration choices at Biome.
2. Zero Waste Toiletries
Lightweight and mess-free, solid toiletries are perfect for packing and keeping plastic out of waterways:
- Soap bar for body
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Natural shampoo bar
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Toothpaste tablets
- GoToob - refillable bottles for liquid shampoo & conditioner
Don't forget all your other personal care:
First Aid Kit
- Patch bamboo bandages
- CastorGuard - for protection, scratches
- Medication / necessities
3. Plastic-Free Camp Cleaning Kit
Make campsite cleanup easy and cleans dishes effectively without chemicals that pollute the nature around you.
- Dishwash Block
- Dish scrubbing brush
- Organic cotton tea towel
- Swedish dish cloth
- Metal dustpan & plastic free dust brush
These biodegradable and compostable tools let you leave no trace.
Tip: For super minimal packing, our multi-purpose castile soap bar can clean everything from hands to pans.
4. Reusable Food Storage
Keep food fresh without plastic waste. Reusable, safe, and campsite-ready.
Tip: Pack meals ahead in containers you can reuse throughout the trip.
5. Camp Kitchen Basics
Cut down on waste and pack items that can be reused again and again. Keeping your campsite clean helps protect the environment for everyone.
- Reusable plates, cutlery
- Stainless steel drinking cups
- Insulated coffee mug - keep your brew hot with a Fressko
- Wire pegs - handy for many uses around your campsite
- Solidteknics - campfire safe pan without Teflon
- Reusable bread bag - bring a fresh plastic-free loaf from the bakery
- Wooden cutting board
- Mini compost bin to bring scraps home
6. Fire and Eco-Friendly Lighting
Sustainable light sources are a must for campsite safety and atmosphere:
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Firesteel - magnesium striker
- Solar-powered lanterns or fairy lights
- Beeswax candles - cosy glow without fumes
- Rechargeable head lamp
- Lumiz solar lanterns
Avoid disposable batteries — rechargeable or solar are best! And, here's a How to Start a Fire Without Matches
Extra Ideas!
- Plastic free Easter treats
- Wool socks - Australian made Mongrel socks for cooler nights over Easter!
- Screen free games
- Opinel pocket knife
- Camping & hiking guide books
Download a print friendly version of our
Nature-Friendly Camping & Hiking Checklist
Our sustainable camping gear alternative will help your Easter getaway be clean, comfortable, and kind to the planet. In Australia we have so many options from the back country, to the wilderness, along the coast, waterfalls and rainforest, bush and creeks. This Easter camping checklist has you covered for what to pack camping the eco way.
👉 Explore our full range of sustainable camping gear at Biome — and make this Easter your greenest adventure yet!
