DIY Camping Hacks Part 4

16. Single Use Soap

Packing soap can be annoying. It's wet, it's sticky and tends to ruin everything. That is why some Einsteins among us came up with single-use-soap. When you're at home, grab a bar of soap and cut it into thin slices using a vegetable peeler. Throw a few dozen mini strips into a zip lock bag and away you go. Use a fresh slice of soap every time. No mess, no fuss.

17. Multi-Functional Garbage Bags

If you are heading for a hike, make sure that a roll of large bin bags is a mainstay in your hiking bag. Of course, first and foremost you need garbage bags so that you leave no trace.

However, when it starts raining, they come in handy for a totally different reason. Simply punch in some arm holes and a face hole to make a makeshift poncho. Garbage chic is so hot right now!

18. Find Your Way Back Using Acorns

No matter how experienced you are, it’s easy to get lost in the forest. Make a whistle out of an acorn if that happens to you. You should be able to find one just about anywhere in the woods.

Position the acorn cap so that it faces you, and put it between your index finger and your thumb. Place your thumbs near the top of the acorn.

Leave a small opening at the tops of your thumb-knuckles. Take a deep breath a blow!

Instead of yelling like crazy, you can whistle your way to the campsite. Make sure to show this fun hack to your kids and the rest of the family.

19. Duct Tape Mod

If you are an experienced camper, you probably knew that at least one of these camping tips and hacks would include duct tape. When you’re in the great outdoors, duct tape is usually the fastest way to repair something.

You can use it to make a soft arm cast and treat blisters as well as patch up holes in your tent. Embrace the wonders of duct tape!

Wrap a bit of duct tape around your water bottle. It will always be within reach, so you won’t have to rummage through your camping tent or your backpack to find it.

20. Packing

No matter how big a backpack you have, chances are you always feel like it’s not big enough for everything you need. Our clothes usually take up a lot of room. To save space, roll your shirts and stuff them inside socks. A simple, yet great camping hack!