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    16 DIY Hacks To Prep Before Your Next Camping Trip

    Rough it a little less with the help of these hacks.

    1. You'll be thanking yourself for prepping all of these essential camping hacks ahead of time.

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    The strike-anywhere matches and the emergency lamp are especially handy for sources of light!

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    2. Turn an old coffee container into a toilet paper dispenser.

    3. Get clean anywhere with this portable outdoor shower.

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    Your fellow campers will love you for making this before the trip. Make sure to bring extra water to fill the shower in case your campsite does not have a tap.

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    4. Fight off mosquitoes all day without even thinking about it by wearing these DIY mosquito bracelets.

    5. Make sure you're never caught without a fire with these easy fire starters made with common items found around the house.

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    Finally, a use for your laundry lint!

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    6. Keep the s'mores going all night long with these roasting sticks made for the biggest of campfires.

    7. Instead of bringing an entire salt shaker, turn straws into small packets of spices to add an extra kick to your campfire meals.

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    You can also make pint-sized toiletries, a fire kit, and a bag clip with these recycled straws.

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    8. Be prepared for anything with this camping survival kit.

    9. Make your tent feel like a five-star resort with these easy upgrades.

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    Don't forget to bring foam squares to make the floor more comfortable and a water jug with a headlamp to light up your tent!

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    10. Take your cooking supplies anywhere with this rolled camping kitchen.

    11. Silica gel packs can be reused for a number of camping hacks, such as drying up a damp swimsuit or keeping your snacks fresh.

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    In the months leading up to your camping trip, save silicia gel packs in a container and make sure to pack it with the rest of your camping supplies.

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    12. Keep the kids busy with this tic tac toe game.

    13. Paper soap is extremely lightweight and saves tons of room in your backpack.

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    Use this DIY hack for hand soap, body wash, shampoo, and dish soap.

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    14. If you'd rather not poop in a hole in the ground, this simple DIY toilet is the perfect solution.

    15. If you're going on a water excursion but need to keep your keys near you, floating key chains will save your life.

    16. Free up your hands during long hikes with these insulated water bottle holders.