All camping gear is not created equally, and some of it is just so darn expensive.
Check out these step by step tutorials and learn how…
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Repair, patch, clean and improvise with these essential items that come in handy on any camping trip.
These light better than store-bought ones, too.
Make several batches to take on your next camping trip and start fires with ease.
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Easy Camping Activity Bags
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Need some fun activities for your kids on your next camping trip?
Make these anti-boredom bags and give them something cool to do.
Let them help you make them.
DIY Marshmallow Roasting Sticks
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Everyone loves Smores, right?
What better item to take on your next camping trip than marshmallow roasting sticks?
We love keeping these in the garage for outdoor parties, too.
Kids and adults alike are sure love them!
And the whole thing rolls up with all of its contents secure inside for storage and transport.
How cool is that?
I am not a big camper but this will be a great idea to consider in the future.
If you have the ingredients to make it, this is the best bug spray recipe Ive found.
This recipe uses essential oils, which are highly effective for natural bug protection.
Snag the full recipe from Surviving The Stores.
Enjoy the backyard, outdoors and your next camping trip with this homemade DIY mosquito repellant.
Keep your matches dry by crafting your own Mason jar matchbox.
And the mason jar is perfect for taking camping or for just looking pretty.
Smores In A Bag Campfire Treat
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Oh wow, this is such an awesome idea!
Smores are a camping favorite that are fun to make and even more fun to eat.
This camping hack is great since we can do Smores without the mess.
Smores in a bag needs to become a thing in everyones house!
Duct tape is great for blisters and also can be used to remove ticks.
Read on the full post from Happy Money Saver to learn more.
Dollar Store Camping Hacks
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Is your family in desperate need of a vacation?
Everyone has been working hard for the last 365 days and now its time to relax!
Its time to go camping.
If you have budget constraints, you better check out these dollar store camping hacks from Pennies Into Pearls.
Camping Tips
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Make Your Own Emergency Toilet
momwithaprep
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Camping Hand Washing Station
makingmemorieswithyourkids
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Keep Valuables In A Ziploc Bag
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Brilliant Camp Kitchen Organizer
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DIY Single Use Antibiotic Packs
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Store Pre-Scrambled Eggs in a Bottle for No-Mess Camping Food
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Camping Shower Lanyard
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Homemade Calamine Lotion
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Keep Your Toilet Paper Dry While Camping with a Coffee Container
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Re-use Your Empty Prescription Pill Bottles
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Turn A Headlamp Into A Lantern
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Cotton Ball Fire Starters
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Camping Bedding Storage
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Pop Up Trash Can
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DIY Soap Pouch
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Mesh Hanging Organizer
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Yoga Mat Makes A Great Cushion
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Cork on Your Keys
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Easy Pancakes While Camping
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