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California Camping Checklist Published

25.06.2026 11:00 1 min 1 source
ww2.kqed.org MISC
California Camping Checklist Published
© A tent under Ponderosa Pine during winter in Yosemite, California. (Good is Love/Getty Images)

KQED has released a detailed camping checklist for California, based on the author's experience hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. The list covers essential items for sleeping, cooking, and safety, along with tips for cost-effective camping.

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California Camping Checklist Published

25.06.2026 ww2.kqed.org MISC Original source

🇺🇸 United States — fuel prices

Updated: 20.06.2026

Diesel

$1.39 /l

€1.23 · £1.06/l

54 of 132

cheaper than 60% of countries

Petrol

$1.07 /l

€0.94 · £0.81/l

31 of 134

cheaper than 78% of countries

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