{"id":7219,"date":"2019-04-06T09:27:34","date_gmt":"2019-04-06T09:27:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yepcampers.com\/?p=7219"},"modified":"2019-07-19T12:56:21","modified_gmt":"2019-07-19T12:56:21","slug":"11-clever-camping-gadgets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yepcampers.com\/en\/blog\/campervan-tips-tricks\/11-clever-camping-gadgets\/","title":{"rendered":"11 clever camping gadgets for your camping adventures"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Whether you are a seasoned, veteran camper, or a newbie, one of the perks is always having some clever camping gadgets to makes your life easier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Camping can be unforgiving, so having\nsomething that can cook your food faster, chop some wood down easier, or just\nto help you see better at night, a camping gadget can make your whole trip that\nmuch more enjoyable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Everybody loves a gadget and <a href=\"https:\/\/yepcampers.com\/en\/blog\/explore-sardinia\/camper-vs-hotel\/\">campers<\/a> are no exception, bring on\nthe clever camping gadgets!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A clever camper uses gadgets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The more things you take into consideration\nthe better when out camping. If you can find a gadget that can do the job of a\nfew tools put together, then invest. The more space and weight you can save\nwhile traveling the better. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So be clever about what you need to take with\nyou when camping, think of all of the places you will be going and what tools\nyou will need and get the perfect gadget to help you enjoy your adventures in\nthe wild.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below we have picked an array of clever\ncamping gadgets to get you started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.Axehead multitool<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now everybody loves a good <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegrommet.com\/klecker-knives-klax-lumberjack-cast-inch?siteID=TnL5HPStwNw-cGoODxj1kg76lEJ.bdvW8Q&amp;ranMID=38396&amp;ranEAID=TnL5HPStwNw&amp;ranSiteID=TnL5HPStwNw-cGoODxj1kg76lEJ.bdvW8Q\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">axe<\/a>, when you add another 6 tools\non top of it, then this gadget can have pride of place in your camping arsenal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the great things about this axe is that\nyou can fashion a handle out of any piece of wood and clamp it to the axe head.\nWhen you don\u2019t need it anymore, you can dispose of the handle, which saves\nspace and is less weight to carry around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although an axe can be very useful and fun to\nuse, please remember to check if you can chop trees in the area you are camping\nin. The area you are camping in may be protected and you don\u2019t want to be\nruining the landscape for wildlife and other campers. It is best to use\nbranches that have already fallen, then cutting parts of trees down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Colorful Inflatable lights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegrommet.com\/luci-by-mpowerd-aura-mood-lantern?siteID=TnL5HPStwNw-KR0Yz2N9MdcjA0x5s.UE6A&amp;ranMID=38396&amp;ranEAID=TnL5HPStwNw&amp;ranSiteID=TnL5HPStwNw-KR0Yz2N9MdcjA0x5s.UE6A\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">these little beauties<\/a> are space\nsaving, waterproof and very practical. Charge them up in the day time while\nwalking around, or just leave them at the camp and inflate them at night. Then\nbehold the beauty of the colored lights while you sit around telling stories\nand eating your camp food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because these lights are waterproof and lightweight, they are the perfect gadget for nighttime camping. Whether you hit an unexpected downpour or are traveling down rivers or across lakes, you can take them anywhere. So they really become a great bit of kit to keep on you! Also because they deflate, you can carry around multiple lights, which will brighten up your camp on those nights where the moonlight just won\u2019t do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While these lights will not replace a good old\nfashioned flashlight for practicality while camping, they can be the perfect\ncompliment to your camping experience and can be great decoration for your\ncamping area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Pocket flashlight and first aid kit.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahalife.com\/product\/149000011373\/first-aid-personal-care-kit?utm_source=TnL5HPStwNw_644739&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=10&amp;siteID=TnL5HPStwNw-OLakBeoaMHuyJImxZNlXvA&amp;utm_campaign=644739&amp;utm_source=Skimlinks.com&amp;utm_medium=affiliate\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">This handy gadget<\/a>\ncombines two of your must-have items when you go camping, the flashlight, and\nyour first aid kit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the flashlight isn\u2019t the brightest, it\nis a great back up light for those emergency situations. We recommend getting a\nmore powerful flashlight for everyday use, maybe a head strap light that frees\nup your hands for cooking etc but the light is more than capable to help you in\nthose awkward situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first aid kit is neatly packed and\ncontained within the cylinder and you also have a whistle when you need to\nattract attention. It has everything you could possibly need in a first aid kit\nand will keep you going until you reach more substantial provisions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So when you get the first aid kit and an\nemergency flashlight, you have to take it. As mentioned above you are looking\nfor gadgets that reduce your weight and create more space in your inventory for\nother important things. Killing two birds with one stone and having both of\nthese together, really will help you out and can be great for taking on a day\ntrip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. A portable solar charging unit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, we always promote switching off from your\nday to day life while camping, so that you really do get away from it all. But\nwe are also realists and understand you need to keep your phone charged. Maybe\nnot for leisure, but just as an extra \u201csafety blanket\u201d if anything goes wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anker.com\/products\/variant\/powerport-solar-lite-2\/A2422011\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a> you have a great way to charge\nyour devices on the go, it folds out to create a unit with maximum exposure to\nthe suns rays. It is a bit bulky when folded out, but if you strap it to the\nback of your rucksack, or place it on top of your tent, you will barely notice\nit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One downside is that it does not hold the\ncharge in the pack itself, so you can\u2019t charge your devices at night, but\nduring the day, you get a high powered charger that should charge all of your\nelectrical gadgets ready for those evenings under the stars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, because of its flat-pack nature, it is\neasily stored away and can be put inside your rucksack when you no longer need\na charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. GPS Tracker<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now you may think you can do the exact same\nthing with your mobile phone, but your mobile phone cannot be relied upon to\ngive exact locations wherever you are. If you are planning on doing a lot of\ntrekking and camping in remote places, then you need a real <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Optimus-Tracker-GPS-2-0\/dp\/B01C31X50K\/?tag=fave-camping-gear-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">GPS tracker.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be expensive as there is also a monthly\nservice charge attached, but if you get stuck anywhere you can connect your\nmobile phone to the tracker to let people find your exact location, or you can\nfind your camping buddies and even your equipment if you need to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It may not be needed if you are not in a\nremote area, but having peace of mind that people can pinpoint your location in\ncase of an emergency, can relieve some worry when you are out and about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Portable wood burning stove<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a must have, some places will not let\nyou make a campfire so you will need an alternative. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Solo-Stove-Titan-Lightweight-Backpacking\/dp\/B00DBYT9BI\/?tag=fave-camping-gear-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">wood burning stove <\/a>will quickly and\neffectively create a great fire for you to start cooking away. Even if you make\na campfire, having your own portable stove just means you can cook your food\nmore efficiently and much faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The fact you can take it anywhere, it takes up\nvery little space and you can be up and cooking in a matter of minutes are some\nof the reasons why you should always consider owning a portable stove, even on\na pitstop if you want that quick dose of caffeine, you can easily fire it up\nand boil some water. Sometimes making a fire after a long day of trekking will\nnot be your priority, so having an alternative is always a good thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Camp chair<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sitting on the floor or on a log can get you\nback to nature, but sometimes you need a little comfort to get you through the\ndays and nights. Having a light, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/KingCamp-Sling-Beach-Camping-Folding\/dp\/B01D19MFDQ\/?tag=fave-camping-gear-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">foldaway chair<\/a> can be an essential\nbit of kit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your back can suffer a lot while trekking or\nbecause of sitting by the campfire for long periods of time. So having some\nsupport and sitting back to relax can make you enjoy roasting your marshmallows\non the fire even more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you are not at a campsite and just\nhaving a 10-minute rest, having a chair with you can really rest those aching\nbones and recharge your energy for that final push to your destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Mosquito Repeller<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have done any kind of trekking or\ncamping, you will have all suffered at the hands (Wings) of mosquitos. Save\nyourself the scratching time and invest in a gadget that will make your\nadventure that much more pleasurable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you are trekking around or using a <a href=\"https:\/\/yepcampers.com\/en\/blog\/explore-sardinia\/camper-trips-with-children\/\">camper van<\/a>, mosquitos will find you\nanywhere. Having a gadget that can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Thermacell-Radius-Mosquito-Repellent-Black\/dp\/B075S9STW5\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?tag=dt-incontent-btn-20&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;linkId=73e2f18b022ddf4395e020032b077bb0&amp;ascsubtag=outdoors:1217937:15522208168379fad3\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">keep mosquitos away<\/a> from your close\nvicinity, means that not only that you are protected, but also your family or\ncamping buddies are protected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So instead of spraying yourself with horrible\nsmelling oils, get a clever gadget that will do the job instead. It could be\none of the most underestimated pieces of camping gadgetry that we have on the\nlist, a lot of people don\u2019t think about mosquitos until it is too late, don\u2019t be\none of those people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Fire torch and bottle opener<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You might want to start a fire by rubbing two\nsticks together, but if you want to save a bit of time, having a ready-made\nfire maker in your pocket can be a godsend. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/UCO-Stormproof-Windproof-Lighter-Bottle\/dp\/B01DLCPGV6\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?tag=dt-incontent-btn-20&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;linkId=3d1540c9b8faf726fae1772476f185a9&amp;ascsubtag=outdoors:1217937:155222102737fdd3f4\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">This torch<\/a> is durable\nand will withstand heavy winds, getting your fire up and running in no time. It\nhas the added extra of a bottle opener, so if you fancy a cold one while your\nfood is heating up, you can do so easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having an instant fire in your hands, without\nthe frustration of matches blowing out is a no-brainer, you need to have some\ndevice dedicated to starting\/creating a fire and one that is wind resistant\nticks all of the boxes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Water filter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, this could be the coolest gadget in this\nguide and the most vital. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/LifeStraw-Personal-Camping-Emergency-Preparedness\/dp\/B006QF3TW4\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?tag=dt-incontent-btn-20&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;linkId=5986113cb1fd2db3cf596a204ca8d1a7&amp;ascsubtag=outdoors:1217937:155222120466131509\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">life Straw<\/a> literally allows you to\ndrink from any water source, just insert and suck and you can be refreshed in\nmoments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It could be a life saver allowing you to get\nmuch vital H2o if you are running low on supplies. The life straw is\nrevolutionary for those people in third world countries that do not have the\nluxury of fresh running water, but why not take advantage and add this gadget\nto your camping tools and make sure you can stay hydrated anywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Reflective Cord<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This might not be very exciting, but it\ndefinitely is practical. Putting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B071WPWPGP\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?creativeASIN=B071WPWPGP&amp;imprToken=nEUMdNAtF5WTr83gTACQLg&amp;slotNum=39&amp;aaxitk=CSRovbqESsZWZt92uw4S8w&amp;pd_rd_i=B071WPWPGP&amp;pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&amp;pf_rd_p=3534726502&amp;pd_rd_wg=RBIFN&amp;pf_rd_r=X53MNRRDV9GNQM6NPJ3G&amp;pf_rd_s=desktop-sx-top-slot&amp;pf_rd_t=301&amp;pd_rd_w=BiP4z&amp;pf_rd_i=cool+camping+gear&amp;pd_rd_r=5ef3985a-7d86-44cb-9382-b9e55fe1dd86&amp;hsa_cr_id=9010032420301&amp;linkCode=w61&amp;tag=ss-coolcampinggear-20&amp;linkId=ef0e01a632aca8a5f617634158ddabc2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">reflective cord<\/a> to stabilize your\ntent means that at night when you are walking around with your flashlight, you\ncan easily see the cord pitched into the ground. So instead of tripping over\nand squashing your tent, you get to plan your route to the toilet that much\nbetter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The cord can also be used for many other uses,\nfixing things around camp or replacing cord from your hammock. Tying things up,\nlike food parcels hanging from a tree to stop animals getting to them. You can\nhave worse ideas than keeping some of this cord on you at all times, just in\ncase something happens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So there you have it, if you take even some of\nthese gadgets with you on your next camping trip your friends and family will\nbe looking at you in a whole different light with your new camping gadgets.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you are a seasoned, veteran camper, or a newbie, one of the perks is always having some clever camping gadgets to makes your life easier. 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