Can opener, spatula, kebab sticks (which I also use for marshmallows), large mixing spoon, 2 bowls for mixing or for salads, corkscrew, tongs, scissors, 1-2 knives for veggie chopping, silicone BBQ glove, and cutlery if you don't like using disposable. I know it's an environmental no-no, but I use disposable plates and bowls. If you're a single person or a couple, it isn't a big deal to wash a plate three times a day, but if you're a family, it's a whole other story.
One friend said, "well, if you're going out into nature, it seems hypocritical to use disposables." I hear the point, but again, each person has to know their limits. Mine is washing dishes; indoor or outdoor. Don't forget, camp washing usually includes nothing more than a spout. My eco-friendly friend brings a plastic basin (like what some people have for meat and dairy if they have only one sink) and washes up all the dishes there, then does a rinse under the drain. The family helps dry off each piece.
Another piece of equipment that is a must have for camping is a campfire grate. It looks like a thick cookie rack. They come in different thicknesses. You can lay your food directly on it (don't forget to toyvel it!) or put a pan or pot on top of it to cook. Your food will have a smoky flavor, since you are cooking it over fire and smoke. If you prefer a non-smoke flavor, then cook it on a pan resting on the campfire grate. BTW, the undersides of your pots will be black. So don't say I didn't tell ya!
Many people also invest in a propane stove. They costs between $50-100 depending on what type you buy. I purchased the basic model from Coleman, and it was easy to use, clean, and pack up. It has two burners which can be used to cook two separate pots at the same time, or you can put a tray across both burners. You can use your regular pots and pans on this. It's the same thing as cooking on a gas stove.
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