20 Genius Camping Hacks Every Camper Should Know (2022)
After years of practice, we’ve come up with the best camping hacks every camper should know! Because for every magical campfire there’s one realization that you forgot the matches, but with these tips, you won’t be left feeling unprepared.
20 Best Hacks For Camping
1. Make your own pillow with a pillowcase & clothes.
Space is always a problem when camping. Instead of packing an extra pillow, turn your clothes and a pillowcase into a pillow instead! The pillowcase makes a great replacement for an extra bag as well.
2. Make your own lantern with a headlamp.
Whether you need an extra nighttime lantern or just don’t feel like lugging along a heavy one for just one purpose, you can make your own lantern with a large water bottle and a headlamp. Just wrap the head strap around a large, clear plastic bottle with the light facing inward and turn it on!
3. Prep your meals at home.
By prepping your meals before you leave on your trip, you can cut down on cooking time and the resulting mess. If you know you’ll need to cut up ingredients for a meal, try chopping them beforehand.
4. Use empty Tic Tac containers for spices.
Camping food doesn’t have to be bland. Common spices such as salt and pepper, or even cinnamon, can be siphoned into these Tic Tac containers. These containers are the perfect size for just a little bit of spice, don’t take up much space, and can be securely sealed to prevent any spillage.
5. Use Doritos as kindling.
Fire won’t start? Not a problem! Skip the expensive fire starter sticks and reach for a bag of Doritos or Fritos instead. These dense, oily corn chips are easy to light on fire and will last for a long time, making them ideal kindling for starting a fire. Plus, they double as an emergency snack if you get cravings. Read More…
