EVER TRIPPED OVER A TENT PEG IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT? YEAH, NOT FUN. HERE ARE SOME CLEVER CAMPING HACKS TO SAVE YOUR TOES — AND YOUR SANITY.
General hacks:
Freeze water bottles for cooler longevity
Frozen bottles double as ice packs and provide cold drinks as they slowly melt.
Use pool noodles to keep boots dry
Slip wet boots over a halved pool noodle near the fire to dry them without deforming the shape.
Tin can utensil holder
Repurpose a clean tin can to hold utensils or small tools. Hang it from a branch or place it on a stable surface to keep it off the ground.
Glow sticks for tent pegs
Attach glow sticks to tent stakes so you don’t trip over them in the dark — lifesaver at night.
Foil meals for easy cooking
Wrap meat, veggies or fish in foil and cook over the campfire or BBQ plate — minimal clean-up.
Citrus peels to deter insects
Place leftover orange, lemon, or lime peels around your campsite or in your cooler. The natural oils help keep ants and flies away.
Rubber band as a pot gripper
Wrap a thick rubber band around hot pots to lift them safely — handy for campfires or portable stoves.
Bulldog clips for gear organisation
Use them to hang utensils, dry socks, or keep tarps in place — small but versatile.
Mini clothesline with pegs
Use a small rope and pegs to dry socks, towels, or dishcloths safely without tying anything to trees.
Fishing hacks:
Keep bait fresh
Store live bait in a small, ventilated container with a little pond or creek water — keeps it lively for longer.
DIY fishing rod holder
Use a simple Y-shaped stick stuck into the ground to hold a fishing rod while waiting for a bite.
Use a small ice pack in the fish bucket
Keeps your catch fresh until you’re ready to cook or release.