LifeHacks
41 Seriously Genius Camping Hacks You Can Use This Summer
Your camping trip will never be the same again.
Camping is a fun way to take a breather from the city and relax. However, we have to admit that camping is not meant to be easy. The convenience of home is nowhere to be found and no matter how much we try to make it perfect, there always seems to be a problem.
The key is to know some clever camping hacks to make life easy in the woods. We compiled some for you and we hope this will help you have an enriching and hassle-free trip this summer. Enjoy!
#1. Use acorn cap to call for help when lost in the woods.
Don’t know how? Get step-by-step instructions here.
#2. Use a a tin can to store small toiletries.
#3. Use paper bag to cook bacon and eggs.
Neat!
#4. Dip toasted marshmallows in Bailey’s.
#5. Say NO to burrs!
Rub laces of boots with paraffin for lesser burrs.
#6. Use corn chips to kindle camp fire.
#7. Line pie iron with foil for easy clean up.
#8. Use instant grits to rid ants.
#9. Make Jell-O marshmallow shots.
#10. Use tuna can to make a simple lantern.
#11. Make this clever makeshift shower.
For complete directions, click here.
#12. Make solar camp lanterns.
Get full directions here.
#13. Use Johnson’s Baby Creamy Oil as mosquito repellent.
#14. Put seasoning in stackable pill boxes
#15. Make pizza using pie iron and biscuit dough.
#16. Make a willow whistle
Complete instructions here.
#17. Bring a towel that can dry superfast!
#18. Follow this neat tarp trick
#19. Tick control
To get rid of ticks, simply swipe it off with a cotton ball soaked in liquid soap. Keep it for at least 20 seconds.
#20. Want a tackle box? Use a Tic tac.
#21. Put tissue paper in a CD spindle.
#22. Freeze toothpaste dots and pack them in small containers.
#23. Always bring biodegradable tape to mark your path so you won’t get lost.
#24. Put foam swim noodles and slip over each strut.
#25. Make a spoon out of a plastic bottle
#26. Make S’moreos!
#27. Use collapsible silicon cups.
They won’t break and save some space.
#28. Make a sangria concentrate!
Get the full recipe here.
#29. For convenience, vacuum and seal your food.
#30. Put your seasonings in straws.
#31. Use a shower caddy to organize toiletries.
#32. Glue sandpaper to the top holder of your matchsticks container
This is to prevent the sticks from getting wet.
#33. Fill a jug with a gallon of water and 1/4 salt.
Place it inside your cooler to prevent water from soaking your food.