outdoorithm

Build Packing List

build_packing_list

Read-only

Generate a context-aware packing checklist for a camping trip.

Returns categorized items from the gear catalog, adjusted for campground amenities, activities, weather, and group size.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema

Name	Required	Description	Default
`adults`	No	Number of adults (default 2)
`nights`	No	Number of nights (default 2)
`season`	No	spring, summer, fall, or winter (optional)
`children`	No	Number of children (default 0)
`has_pets`	No	Whether bringing pets (default false)
`trip_type`	No	car_camping, backpacking, rv, or glamping (default car_camping)	car_camping
`activities`	No	Planned activities (hiking, fishing, swimming, kayaking, biking, beach)
`campground_id`	No	Optional CUID to personalize based on campground amenities

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema

Name	Required	Description	Default
No arguments

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections. Dates show when Glama detected each change.

Changed9 schema fields changedJul 27, 2026

addedInput schema / additionalProperties
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Added value: +false
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addedInput schema / properties / activities / description

Added value: +"Planned activities (hiking, fishing, swimming, kayaking, biking, beach)"

addedInput schema / properties / adults / description
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Added value: +"Number of adults (default 2)"
```

addedInput schema / properties / campground_id / description

Added value: +"Optional CUID to personalize based on campground amenities"

addedInput schema / properties / children / description
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Added value: +"Number of children (default 0)"
```

addedInput schema / properties / has_pets / description

Added value: +"Whether bringing pets (default false)"

addedInput schema / properties / nights / description
```
Added value: +"Number of nights (default 2)"
```

addedInput schema / properties / season / description

Added value: +"spring, summer, fall, or winter (optional)"

addedInput schema / properties / trip_type / description

Added value: +"car_camping, backpacking, rv, or glamping (default car_camping)"

First observedApr 28, 2026

TDQS

A4.1/5.0

Behavior4/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true and destructiveHint=false, so the agent knows this is a safe read-only operation. The description adds value by disclosing the return behavior (categorized items from the gear catalog) and the adjustment logic, which goes beyond the annotations. It does not mention edge cases, but with strong annotations this is sufficient.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is concise: two sentences, with the main action front-loaded. Every sentence earns its place: the first states the core function, the second details the output and influencing factors. No wasted words.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness4/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given that an output schema exists (context signal), the description does not need to explain return values in detail. The description covers the essential context: what the tool does, what factors it considers, and that it returns categorized items. For a tool with 8 optional parameters, this is complete enough for an agent to select and invoke it correctly.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 100%, so each parameter is well-documented. The description adds meaning beyond the schema by synthesizing the role of parameters: it mentions campground amenities, activities, weather, and group size, which directly map to campground_id, activities, season, adults/children/has_pets. This helps the agent understand how inputs affect output.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool generates a context-aware packing checklist for a camping trip, which is a specific verb+resource. It mentions returning categorized items from the gear catalog and adjusting for amenities, activities, weather, and group size. However, it does not explicitly differentiate from siblings like get_gear_for_campground or search_gear, so it falls short of a 5.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines4/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides clear context for when to use this tool: when a packing checklist for a camping trip is needed, with adjustments based on campground amenities, activities, weather, and group size. It does not explicitly mention alternatives or exclusions, but the use case is unambiguous, making it a clear context without exclusions.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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TDQS

A4.1/5.0

Disambiguation4/5

Most tools have clearly distinct purposes (search, details, availability, weather, etc.), but build_packing_list and get_gear_for_campground both deal with gear recommendations, and check_safety overlaps with the safety section in get_campground_details. However, the descriptions are detailed enough for an agent to choose correctly.

Naming Consistency4/5

Tool names follow a consistent verb_noun pattern (build_, calculate_, check_, compare_, find_, get_, prepare_, search_) with the exception of health_check, which reverses the order and breaks the pattern. This is a minor deviation.

Tool Count5/5

13 tools is well-scoped for a comprehensive outdoor trip planning server, covering search, details, availability, weather, safety, gear, and reservations without being excessive or sparse.

Completeness5/5

The server provides end-to-end coverage for planning a camping trip: search and filter campgrounds, get rich details, check availability, prepare reservations, evaluate safety, weather, drive times, gear recommendations, and packing lists. The only missing capability (direct booking) is intentionally excluded due to operator restrictions.

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