14 tips you should know to be a star at camping (and they’re pretty genius too!)
Every summer, many families decide to go camping. Children enjoy this type of vacation, and it’s a chance for parents to get creative to make sure the trip is a success.
However, sometimes these happy little moments can turn into a nightmare because of poor planning. Here are 14 tips for enjoying your camping trip.
Prepare pancake batter at home and bring it in frosting bags. This is an ideal solution to offer a snack like at home for the whole family.
If you don’t have an insulated bag or a refrigerator, it's best to eat the pancakes the same day. Click here for more details.
To get rid of ticks and other bugs, run a lint roller on your clothes.
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Carry your eggs without risking your omelet! Break them into a jar or bottle. With this trick, the eggs will stay fresh all day without needing refrigeration. But be careful - without refrigeration, they’ll need to be eaten the same day.
Instead of bringing a whole tube of toothpaste, make the right daily amount for each person. Let it get hard and transfer it into a freezer bag.
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Rub wax or paraffin on your canvas shoes to make them waterproof.
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Protect your razor’s blade with a binder clip.
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To light a fire easily, soak a cotton pad with Vaseline.
Learn how to do it here.
During your stay at the campsite, gather everyone’s shoes in a basket to prevent insects from getting in them.
Here you will find other tips for an organized camping trip.
Improvise a hand washing station, perfect for all ages.
Here's how to do it.
Children and camping - two words that can sometimes spell disaster. To give yourself some peace and quiet, make a list worthy of a scavenger hunt.
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Obviously, avoid including dangerous objects. Let your children discover nature by looking for various natural objects such as small branches or unusual leaves.
Here are a few ideas to complete your scavenger hunt list.
A clear plastic shoe organizer is definitely one of the essential elements of camping.
We found this great idea here.
Use cupcake wrappers to keep insects out of your drinks.
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If there’s no place provided to hang your clothes, use trees to make your own clothes hook.
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A classic plastic container can be used as a roll for your toilet paper. This way, it will stay clean and dry.
Crédit photos: offgridquest, amumntheoven.blogspot
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