With Fall just around the corner, now is a great time to dig out the tents and rough it in the great outdoors with a fun camping trip. You'll remember the essentials: a tent, pillow, sleeping bag/blanket. But what about the items that are not so obvious? At Sherper's, there are plenty of items that will enhance your camping experience.

The beauty of the fire

Part of the fun of camping is sitting around the fire. Whether you use it to roast marshmallows, cook a delicious meal, or just for warmth when talking with friends, few things beat the tranquility of building a fire and enjoying the burning flame. But some people might overlook some handy items when getting from point A to point B of the fire starting process. Chances are you'll pack wood, or be able to find wood near the campsite. But Sherper's has plenty of items to get your fire going from lighters to waterproof matches to fire starters.

Bonus: For a little more fun for the kids, we recommend Premier Outdoor Colorful Fire Packets. While they may or may not enjoy the tranquility of the fire, the vibrant colors should keep them entertained for hours!

The meats! The s'mores!

Using your fire to cook or heat up food is another essential part of camping. If you're looking to heat up your burgers and brats in bulk, Rome's Pioneer Grill is a great item to have. We recommend the Rome Super Tong Combo for flipping and gripping your favorite grilled foods. If you're just looking to be near the fire and actively make your food, the Rome Super Duty Wiener Fork is perfect for hot dogs, or if you've got a sweet tooth: marshmallows. Because what's a camping experience without s'mores? When your food is cooked, set it on the ALPS Mountaineering Camp Table and enjoy!

Staying safe in the dark

You may need to roam away from the camp site to use the restroom or just go for a walk. The darkness of the wild can lead to a great deal of uncertainty. Pick up the Coleman CPX 6 Classic LED Lantern to light up the night sky. Or if you're looking to keep your hands free, try the IR A-120 Comfort-Fit Headlamp.

Bonus: If bugs aren't your thing (and really, who truly enjoys mosquitos?) try the Thermacell Mosquito Repellent Outdoor Lantern. Or just pick up one of our insect repellent sprays, such as Repel Natural Insect Repellent or Repel Permethrin Clothing & Gear Insect Repellent.

Sleep soundly

Chances are, as mentioned earlier, you'll remember your pillow and sleeping bag or blanket. But what about protecting your body from the hard ground? We recommend an air pad to sleep on. There are a variety of choices from the ALPS Mountaineering Cedar Ridge Series Air Pad to the Therm-a-Rest Luxury Air Pad Camp Mattress.

Bonus: Protect your tent from rocks, sticks, and other natural elements by picking up a tent floor saver. Sherper's offers tent floor savers from ALPS in either the two room, 6-person or 2-person varieties and Eureka in square or rectangular shapes.