13 July 2010 : Written by The Campingninja Team
At Campingninja we have decided to put together our top camping tips as we thought this could be useful for all of us. We also know that all of you who camp have your own top tips which we would love to know about so we can all share them.
So, to start the list we have:
- Travelling lighter - instead of having to pack a pillow, just bring a pillow case and fill it with towel and soft clothes to make your pillow. Click here for the demo video featuring the Camping Ninja...
- Use a checklist - it ensures you don't forget something which is so easy to-do when you have a pastime which tends to involve lots of kit - it's even easier now as you can use the Campingninja Essential Camping Kit List
- Make your first night's meal at home and freeze it, then bring it in your cool box. It will keep the other food cool, it saves you having to cook a full meal on arrival or go out for dinner, and it is just right for heating up when you need it.
- Save gas and time - only boil the amount of water you need. E.g. when making a cup of tea fill your cup with cold water then pour into your kettle / pan - you'll be surprised at how quickly you can get your brew on and how little gas you use. Click here to see Campingninja demo video (in case you can't work it out) - genius....
- Scrambled Eggs - we all love them but they can be quite a messy affair. Secret is to only use one pan, crack the eggs straight in as the gas is already on and stir like mad to scramble as they cook. See the Camping Ninja demo - we're sure you'll love it...
- Finding the right camping spot - make sure you find the right place for your tent - avoiding slopes, nearby roads, restrictions which don't suit and obstructions - the video makes it all perfectly clear.... and the Camping Ninja is in his element!
Geoff wanted to put on his 2 favourites - "never eat yellow snow" and "never pat a burning dog" but we weren't sure that was really what we're after!
Please let us know your top camping tips by leaving a comment below and we'll add them to our list and credit you - share the camping love....