When you’re preparing for an outdoor adventure, having the right bags for the activity is important. Packing for a camping trip, or something similar, involves unique challenges: You need bags rugged enough to take a beating, but with the versatility and specialized packing space to neatly and safely stash all your gear.

The following five bags are must-haves for outdoor adventures.

1. A bag you can wear on your back

Duffel bags are unparalleled for these types of trips: They’re roomy enough for all your stuff and pliable enough to be squashed into a small car trunk or back seat. That said, shoulder bags aren’t necessarily the easiest things to carry, which is why you need one with backpack straps — it’s the best of both worlds! A bag like this will carry the brunt of your necessities; just grab some packing organizers (more on those later) and you’ll be good to go! its convertible, ultra-light weight, with a space-saving collapsible design.Interior compression straps help pack your stuff down and lockable zippers help keep your valuables secure.

2. Packing cubes to help break it down

The cubes is a great start, but you don’t want your small gear to disappear into the seemingly bottomless depths of the bag. That’s where packing cubes come in. These small bags help ensure you can always find what you’re looking for. Use larger cubes for toiletries and smaller cubes for the odds and ends that would otherwise get lost.

3. Gear bags to keep your tech safe

Keep your memories of a killer adventure safe by protecting your camera and other pricey technology. If you bring a tablet or e-reader along, make sure keep it in a case. Need a place to stash the rest? It’s securely padded, includes a quick-carry handle, and repels water. Best of all, it’s totally washable. You can’t ask for more out of something that keeps your most expensive belongings secure.

4. A toiletry bag that goes the distance

An outdoor adventure is hardly the time for glamour, and you probably won’t bring anything but the essentials when you hit the road. Still, you need a durable toiletry bag that will keep your personal items readily available when you need them — and one that will keep the rest of your belongings safe in the event of a spill. The ideal outdoors toiletry bag is water-repellent, convenient, and small enough that it doesn’t waste any space.

5. A first aid kit with all the essentials

One of the most important additions to any outdoor bag is a well-stocked first aid kit. We like the first aid kit in eye-catching red and black. It’s packed with enough provisions for a four-day trip, plus instructions for treating sprains and dressing wounds. Best of all, it’s compact enough to take up as little precious space in your duffel as possible.

What are your best packing tips for hitting the great outdoors? Let us know in the comments below.