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Camping Trip Tips

On your first camping trip? Don’t forget these items:

  • Hunting knife
  • Compass
  • Plenty of water
  • Waterproof matches
  • Portable Stove
  • Pots/Pans
  • Cooler
  • Snakebite kit
  • Medical Kit
  • Non-perishable food
  • Lantern/Kerosene
  • Battery charger
  • Hiking boots
  • Sleeping Bag
  • Air Mattress
  • Backpack

The 3 oz. rule

At the discretion of airport security personnel, these items may be allowed in carry-on luggage in amounts greater than 3 oz.

  • Baby formula, breast milk, and juice.
  • Prescription and over-the-counter medications (including KY jelly, eye drops, and saline solution).
  • Water or liquid nutrition or gels that are required for passengers with a verified disability.
  • Life-sustaining liquids such as bone marrow, blood products, and transplant organs.
  • Items used to augment the body for medical or cosmetic reasons such as mastectomy products, prosthetic breasts, bras or shells containing gels, saline solution, or other liquids.
  • Gels or liquids needed to cool medically related items used by persons with disabilities or medical conditions.

Update on rules when travelling

The rules and regulations regarding travelling with carry-on luggage are constantly changing. To make your flight as smooth and enjoyable as possible, we recommend knowing them and keeping them in mind throughout all phases of your flight, from check-in to landing at your destination. Here are some tips, advice, and links to more information.

Rules regarding liquids, gels, and aerosols in carry-on luggage

  • All containers of liquid, gel, or aerosol must be 3 oz. or smaller. Larger containers will not be allowed, even if they are not full. Rolled up toothpaste or other gel containers will not be allowed.
  • Containers of liquid, gel, or aerosol must be in a clear, quart-sized, zip-top plastic bag. Each passenger is allowed one bag. Larger bags, or bags with no zip-top, will not be allowed.
  • Each passenger’s clear plastic bag must be removed and placed on the x-ray scanner for screening.
  • Items that do not meet these guidelines must be placed in checked luggage.
  • Any liquid, gel or aerosol, such as coffee or soda, purchased in the secure area beyond the security checkpoint is allowed aboard your plane. Please note that if you have a layover and are re-screened at your connecting airport the current rules for a carry-on applies.

Tips on Travelling

Here are some quick things to know when travelling.

  • Be prepared by knowing and following the rules. Each time TSA searches a carry-on it slows down the line.
  • If in doubt, put your liquids in checked luggage.
  • Come early and be patient. The enhanced security process may mean longer lines at security checkpoints, especially at times of higher traffic volume.
  • Speak to your children about the screening process so that they will not be frightened or surprised. Remind them not to joke about threats such as bombs or explosives.
  • When travelling with large amounts of currency or other valuables, you may request to be screened privately.
  • Always check the weather at your destination, and prepare accordingly.
  • Dress comfortably.
  • Bring a neck pillow for the flight.
  • Make sure airplane personnel are aware of any disabilities or medical conditions that may require their assistance at some point during the flight.
  • Do not wrap gifts before getting on the plane. You may have to unwrap them for inspection.
  • Don’t overpack bags. They may need to be screened, causing delays and making it harder to close them back up.
  • Book flights early in the day whenever possible. Early flights are less likely to be delayed.
  • Always allow airport personnel and airplane crew members to do their job. Interfering with the duties of a crewmember violates federal law.
  • Avoid wearing clothing, jewelry or other accessories that contain metal whenever possible.
  • Remember that you will be asked to remove your shoes while going through the security checkpoint.
  • Always make sure each piece of luggage, whether checked or carry-on, is clearly labeled and secured with an airline-approved lock.
  • Keep valuables on you at all times, not in checked baggage.
  • Do not put fragile or critical items (keys, medicines, etc.) in checked baggage.
  • Always carry a photo I.D.