12 TRICKS TO IMPROVE YOUR TENT - CAMPING HACKS

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  • @WhereWeWild
    @WhereWeWild  Год назад +18

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    • @nomadmarauder-dw9re
      @nomadmarauder-dw9re 6 месяцев назад +1

      Another tip via Blackie Thomas. Store your tent stakes in a zip closed pencil case. Unless they're too huge. Unlike the bags that come with the tent they're thicker and zips don't untie themselves.

  • @drunkenduncan7285
    @drunkenduncan7285 2 года назад +236

    #11 install a hardwood floor to add another layer between the ground the tarp the tent and the tarp . This will create a moisture free barrier and keep you warm and dry .

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад +51

      Oh beautiful! 😃 You want to go with Ipe Wood, it’s the most water resistant, and will help keep the tent dry as well as provide another layer of separation between you and the ground. 👍🏽😎😁

    • @idapinkham1810
      @idapinkham1810 2 года назад +7

      🤣🤣

    • @TheTruthshallmakeufree
      @TheTruthshallmakeufree 2 года назад +8

      @@WhereWeWild lol great response

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад +17

      @@TheTruthshallmakeufree Lol yeah a large percentage of people only like to comment something snarky or sarcastic for attention and to get likes on their comment… It’s pretty funny actually, and you get used to it. 😁🤙🏽

    • @TheTruthshallmakeufree
      @TheTruthshallmakeufree 2 года назад +2

      @@WhereWeWild right because they can never. I’m happy you found a way to make humor of it n responded in the Same manner these ppl are dreadful n unhappy instead of just being grateful for the content I Olán on using all your trips we will be camping in 2 weeks looking for a tent now

  • @ItsMeMarioJr
    @ItsMeMarioJr Год назад +14

    I bought 2 mover blankets from Harbour Freight and use them for the floor of my tent. It's really comfortable.

  • @laurenheintz5369
    @laurenheintz5369 7 месяцев назад +7

    Cargo blankets are great inside the tent on the floor. You can take them out and shake the dirt off. Soft!!!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  7 месяцев назад +1

      Right on the moving blankets right!? They work great for sure! 😎🤙🏽

    • @nomadmarauder-dw9re
      @nomadmarauder-dw9re 6 месяцев назад

      Go Ayrab. Nothing beats a nice rug.

    • @nynomadfjc3907
      @nynomadfjc3907 4 месяца назад

      Takes up significantly less space than 100sq.ft. of foam blocks in the vehicle too

  • @Mark-yb1sp
    @Mark-yb1sp Год назад +10

    I looked in the dictionary under the word ‘Cool people’ and saw both of your pictures! Amazing. 😄
    But seriously, your ’simple hacks’ video has saved me some heart aches and made my camping much better.
    Question: do you have any camping videos that will help out a single dad with 3 kids who keep saying ‘ I’m bored!’
    Keep up the great work!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +3

      “You ain’t cool… unless, you pee your pants!” 😃 Lol ahhh thanks man 👊🏽☺️ We really appreciate the compliment. Stoked the videos have helped you out! Hahahaha we haven’t embarked on the kids adventure just yet, but if and when that day comes I’m sure we are going to have to think up something! 😂🤙🏽

    • @violentdawg
      @violentdawg Год назад +1

      All I can say is "welcome to 2023"... Sadly our kids and even adults today are so used to having so much at their hands like pc's, phones, etc and when it comes to just enjoying the outdoors they don't know what to do with themselves. Honestly it's not their fault, this is just today's teachings (if that makes sense). Everything revolves around the world while leaving out the wilderness. So you have to take the military approach and rewire them (take that lightly). Take them camping where they can fish/swim, teach them cooking over a fire, and just relax. Take some board games, cards, and I've seen some camp sites with enough space for even badminton, cornholes, horseshoe and what not. At the end of the day, sadly some people just don't like it no matter what you do or have. Hopefully some of my ideas help you.

  • @TCat-ve9qi
    @TCat-ve9qi Год назад +3

    I'm an avid camper and spent a lot of time in a tent. I usually see these videos and am never impressed with what people would call "tips" but you guys did a great job. Simple and effective ideas are the best kind.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад

      Hey thanks so much 😊 Really appreciate the kind words. ☺️

  • @steverose3318
    @steverose3318 11 месяцев назад +7

    Hunters who use a tent know to find a larger tent bag.
    The factory one is very tight so that more tents can fit in a shipping box and on a store shelf.
    A larger tent bag takes stress off of the folds too.
    It's easier to get the tent back into as well.
    Reflective zipper pulls work well on the door and window zippers too.
    Spraying the screens with
    an insect repellent can work wonders.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  11 месяцев назад +1

      Nice 👊🏽😎

    • @nomadmarauder-dw9re
      @nomadmarauder-dw9re 4 месяца назад

      I've got a Cabela's 10×10 ft outback lodge. It fits nicely into a G.I. duffle bag. This bag is the newer type with a full length zipper. But the old style is just as good. And for car camping I go Ay Rab. Can't beat a nice rug!

  • @softsophisticate
    @softsophisticate Год назад +3

    Thank you for your tips. We have always camped light - a small 2 person dome tent and just take a mattress and bedding, couple of bowls and cutlery to eat with. No cooking stuff or table and chairs. Now semi-retired with more time to go on longer camping trips, yesterday we bought a larger tent with a separate living area - we won't know ourselves :). We are off next week for a two week trip to the coast. Thank you for the tip of the dust pan and brush. I will definately need this with the sandy beach. I have also bought a metal clothes rail to hang our clothes on. My husband is a lazy camper who hates taking too much stuff and moaned that he would have to take hangers.
    Just wait till he sees what else I want to take to give our new tent the full on glamping look - ha! ha!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +1

      Hahaha nice! 😁🤙🏽 Hope you have a fun and safe trip!

  • @daveosmond3800
    @daveosmond3800 Год назад +2

    Foam tiles, and the extra tarp inside the tent are definite game changers. The tiles are so much softer than rocks, and, the extra tarp makes for a quick cleanup. The other ideas you both have, dealing with meal prep are super awesome. Making eggs and putting them in water bottles makes so much sense! We did this on our latest trip, but we prepared the eggs for French Toast ( eggs, cinnamon, vanilla,cream). No hassle with mess. Thank you both for such wonderful suggestions!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +1

      Awesome! 😃🤙🏽 So glad some of the ideas are working for ya! It’s all very situational ya know, sometimes things work for certain situations better than others but it’s always good to have some options! Thanks so much for the nice comment and for watching! ☺️☺️☺️🤙🏽

  • @ricstormwolf
    @ricstormwolf Год назад +4

    Ok, I have to give you credit. Those are some brilliant ideas. I never would have thought of them.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +1

      Thanks 👊🏽😃 Really appreciate the nice comment and glad you enjoyed them! 😊🤙🏽

    • @nomadmarauder-dw9re
      @nomadmarauder-dw9re 5 месяцев назад

      I go Ay Rab. Nothing like a nice rug to add some class.

  • @kaitlinf6929
    @kaitlinf6929 Год назад +3

    A few of those tips were valuable... especially how to fold the tent! Thanks

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +1

      Glad you got a few things out of it 😊🤙🏽

  • @DpuckFishingandOutdoors
    @DpuckFishingandOutdoors 2 года назад +5

    Great tips. 1) I see so many people that use the tarp but leave it sticking out from below the tent. All that does is direct rainwater between the tarp and tent bottom. 2)noodle idea is great. Silly to see dark tent lines. 9-10) Great ideas. I gotta try that.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад +2

      Thanks man! 👊🏽😊 Haha yeah you can kinda get away with overlapping the tarp out here cause it never rains 🤦🏻‍♂️😂 But absolutely that’s a great point we should have mentioned it.

    • @TrevorH05
      @TrevorH05 2 года назад

      Yeah… that’s a pretty common mistake. Definitely wanna keep your footprint smaller then your tent

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад

      @@TrevorH05 I’m glad we didn’t have much overlap in this video at least lol but I wish we would have talked about it. Oh well that’s what comments are for 😁🤙🏽

  • @marilyn2
    @marilyn2 Месяц назад

    I'm a very experienced car camper. I always enjoy seeing ideas that I may not have thought of. I will soon be taking young grandchildren camping for their first time. I love the glow-stick-on-the-door-zipper idea! In cold weather, I place a wool Army blanket on the tent floor. I keep a small whisk broom in the trunk of my small car. I truly enjoy my "real" car camping road trips, all over this country. Thanks.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Месяц назад

      That’s awesome! 😊😊😊 Haha yeah that glow stick can really help find that sneaky door zipper! 😂 Glad you enjoyed the video, thanks for the nice comment and thanks for watching! Happy camping 🏕️😊🤙🏽

  • @mendyviola
    @mendyviola Год назад +5

    I use an inexpensive Home Depot indoor/outdoor rug ($20) for my 4P+ tents. In my 2P, I use a padded picnic blanket. I also like having an outdoor doormat and a small stool right outside the tent opening to take off/put on my shoes.

  • @104mrcomedy
    @104mrcomedy Год назад +6

    for #7 i use a moving blanket inside the tent, its comfortable to walk on and the pup loves it.

  • @Michael-n2w9u
    @Michael-n2w9u 4 месяца назад +7

    Inside my tent I use a moving blanket on the floor. They're inexpensive and help keep the floor clean. A bit of cushion to walk on and help keep the tent warm inside and cozy.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  4 месяца назад

      Nice… those work great for sure 😎🤙🏽

  • @seoulkiwi
    @seoulkiwi Год назад +3

    Yep. Fallen over those tent lines so often! Tks!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +1

      No problem 😊🤙🏽

    • @Oneklickmedia
      @Oneklickmedia Год назад

      We tape skinny bracelet glow sticks on them if they are in people walking path

  • @FolksieGuitarGirl
    @FolksieGuitarGirl 2 месяца назад +5

    My best camping tip?
    Don’t waste any precious space in your beer/coolbox with those plastic iceblocks!
    Instead, make up your pancake mixture at home and pour it into empty 500ml plastic bottles, then freeze them.
    Use these to keep your beer etc cold.
    Then 2 or 3 days into your camp, once they’ve defrosted, you have pancake mixture ready to pour straight out of the bottle to cook.
    It’s basically edible coolant 😂
    And, let’s be honest, you’ll have drunk all your beer by then 😂
    You can do the same with milk. Keep just one bottle ready to use, but freeze any others and use as coolblocks. By the time you’ve run out of fresh milk, the frozen ones will be ready to use.
    But my pancake mixture bottles are by far my favourite hack!
    Everyone loves pancakes around the campfire 🔥

  • @Stacey-tb6vq
    @Stacey-tb6vq Год назад +3

    Extra tip if you are packing up your tent use colored hair ties to help organize the poles it helped us a few days ago to put up our tent

  • @danielboone6631
    @danielboone6631 Год назад +20

    Some of these "tricks" seem to be for back yard camping. A lot of stuff to have to pack in and back out.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +9

      If you have a car that you’re driving to a campsite you’re more than good taking way more than this stuff man. Its honestly not even much in this video 🤷🏻‍♂️😂 But if you’re not car camping and are looking for a backpacking style video this one obviously ain’t it. 😁🤙🏽

  • @beeski
    @beeski 2 года назад +4

    Going camping this weekend and I’m borrowing two of your ideas. :-) Great video. Simple, concise and informative.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад

      Sweet! 😃 Have fun! And thanks! Glad you got a couple ideas out of it 😊

  • @NoviceExpert
    @NoviceExpert 2 года назад +5

    I use some fluorescent flagging tape for the tent lines, much cheaper than pool noodles.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад +1

      Nice that’s a good idea too! 👍🏽😊 But just so you know we got these pool noodles at the old 99 cent store! 😎😃🤙🏽

  • @chirogirl67550
    @chirogirl67550 Год назад +3

    My husband and I are retired and we used to camp when we were first dating, but haven’t camped in decades now. Yesterday, we bought a White Duck Avalon tent and camping stove. Guess who’s videos we’re watching today.? You guys are just so cute and you have Great tips….I’ve written them all down. Incidentally, we also used to be gamers back in the day too…bought a PS5 not so long ago….and again, it’s the kids that are teaching us. Yes, you may have to leave some of the things you love along the way, but when you retire, you get them back and the world is your playground. Thank you for all the great tips!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +1

      Ahhhh that’s awesome!!!! 😃😃😃 And thanks so much you’re so sweet! ☺️ Really flattered you are enjoying our videos, hope they help and hope you have so much fun when you go! It can be stressful sometimes to like set up your camp and the packing and stuff but the best advice I can think of over all of this stuff is just remember it’s supposed to be fun! 😊🤙🏽

  • @Imnotlostimexploring
    @Imnotlostimexploring 7 месяцев назад +4

    The pool noodle hack on the tent lines may have saved me from a few trips and falls lmao😂 Great video!!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  7 месяцев назад

      Hahaha it works 🤷🏻‍♂️😂 Thanks 👊🏽☺️

  • @jenniferleblanc7059
    @jenniferleblanc7059 Год назад +1

    Great tips! Surprisingly I figured out some of these on my own. I've been putting the floor tiles down for a while now. The ones i use are 2 ft by 2ft. My tent is 10ft square so I use 25 of them. I like to put them between my ground tarp and the tent floor. Makes a huge difference on my bare feet and when kneeling. I am usually setting up camp close to my vehicle, so i don't mind the extra equipment/bulk.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад

      Thanks! And nice that’s awesome! 😃🤙🏽 There are so many different ways you can go about it all which makes it super fun. 😊 We actually really only have to cover a small portion of our tent with tiles cause of our sleeping pads or air mattress. Just the left over space you have to walk on or kneel on or whatever, so we don’t have to take too too many when we use them. Oh yeah haha car camping is always nice because it allows you to bring so much more stuff that you can experiment with, haha even if you don’t end up needing it. 😁🤙🏽 Backpacking you really have to have it all stripped down to a science and travel as light as you can obviously, which can be challenging but that can also make things fun and interesting as well. 😎 Thanks for the comment! 😃

    • @Johnnyrouger
      @Johnnyrouger 5 месяцев назад

      I used to only use tiles beside my tent and not under it. But recently I camped and it got down to about 40. I was glad to have the extra foam insulating the mattress from the ground. And when the mattress deflated the foam tiles were a back up. That’s why I now tile the entire floor. And the 24” ones are great too bc you cut down in half the work you do putting them down.

  • @brendanelson1592
    @brendanelson1592 Год назад +2

    Instead of the hardship of fitting all those tiles together, I use an RV outdoor rug between the ground tarp and tent. Works great! I read the comments of using moving blankets inside, sounds like something worth trying next.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад

      Nice! Yeah we only use the tiles for the open floor space infront of our air mattress when we go that route. Moving blankets are definitely worth trying, yoga mats aren’t bad cover space quickly as well. You can use a million different things 😁🤙🏽

  • @chloesamclutch
    @chloesamclutch 2 года назад +2

    Just slept in a tent we've had for years last night with one of our dogs to acclimatize him to tent camping with my safety net being set up outside our camper. It worked out well, however the tarps and the tent storing tip I certainly could've done it better. Will be in a colder climate with the dog the next time I do this around 35F probably in a campground so I may incorporate a portable electric heater also. I just used a surge strip for my electrical needs off a 110 extension cord. It was a test run with a safety net, reasonably successful, and looking to improve my setup!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад

      Nice 😊🤙🏽 Was going to say be safe with those camping heaters as they put off some carbon monoxide but I was thinking of the gas ones 😁 That’s pretty sweet to have electricity out there!

  • @redresearchanalyst
    @redresearchanalyst 2 года назад +2

    The pool noodles idea is such a great idea!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад

      Yeah they work pretty well! 😊🤙🏽

  • @BakerBaker1-9
    @BakerBaker1-9 Год назад +4

    Pool noodles !! Cool idea

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад

      Thanks 👊🏽😃 They work pretty well! You can always cut them down to size also so you don’t have to bring along a bunch of full sized ones! As long as it’s on the bottom of the line it makes it way easier to see. 😊🤙🏽

  • @Journey-of-1000-Miles
    @Journey-of-1000-Miles Год назад +3

    I am a blind person, and I have always done the rolling with the tent poles method.😊

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад

      Definitely the best way to do it! 😊

    • @elizabethingram9784
      @elizabethingram9784 Год назад

      Yes, I’m disabled too, and I really like your tent rolling idea. Less work, better results. :)

  • @rosskilpatrick934
    @rosskilpatrick934 2 года назад +3

    Like the tip of also putting a tarp inside the tent.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад

      Cool we like that one too 👊🏽😊

  • @dereknoto9969
    @dereknoto9969 2 года назад +2

    I use large outdoor mats for Inside the tent.They are great for protection and a little cushioning.

  • @Johnnyrouger
    @Johnnyrouger 8 месяцев назад +2

    Try using a glow necklace or bracelet for your zipper pulls on the tent door to make it easier to find them at night and you can use them as the zipper pull. You can usually get a can with a bunch of them which is good bc
    Each one lasts only 1
    Night.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  8 месяцев назад

      Yes sir! Any type of glow stick works great! 😃🤙🏽

  • @blueskeleton7744
    @blueskeleton7744 Год назад +1

    I heard of the foam puzzle flooring method, great idea. All others were essential good ones too.. learned from you guys to keep a venting system so condensation won't build on walls inside, great point! But also it is a good idea to dig a drain trench all around the tent outside border of your tent(dig a drain away one at corners) and try to set up between two sturdy trees to run a rope and set up a tarp above the the whole tent jic a wet storm comes in at night.. You'll won't regret it during the day setting up even on blue skies.. " no such thing as bad weather, it's bad gear "

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад

      Awesome! Thanks for watching and thanks for the nice comment! 👊🏽😃

  • @HunterxDante
    @HunterxDante Год назад +1

    Love the dust pan and pool noodle suggestions. I'll definitly be adding those to my car camping lists. Instead of the foam mats I like to use moving blankets, its not quite as soft but its a lot easier to set up! 😁

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +1

      Sweet thanks for the nice comment! 😊 Yoga Mats work well for that too!

  • @emmarowley1096
    @emmarowley1096 Год назад +1

    Tent carpets are brilliant. If it’s colder I usually use the tent carpet in the sleeping area. I use those foam clip mats too at the door of my tent it also helps to keep the bathtub groundsheet in place.

  • @chrishughes1806
    @chrishughes1806 2 года назад +2

    The ending was spot on.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад

      Lol thanks 👊🏽😁 I thought it was fitting 😂

  • @charliecarter1878
    @charliecarter1878 5 месяцев назад +6

    I used the box method of leaving my shoes outside at a Kern River trip and the next day...If I didn't look into my left hiking boot, I wouldn't have seen that massive spider! DAMN! Dodged one :) Bring a closable tupper ware for your water socks/shoes etc.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  5 месяцев назад +1

      Haha sheesh yeah always gotta give those shoes a few upside down smacks in the morning just to make sure! 😁🤙🏽 Tupperware might not let the shoes dry if they’re wet but definitely will keep stuff out of them.

    • @charliecarter1878
      @charliecarter1878 5 месяцев назад

      @@WhereWeWild that’s true about not drying the shoes out for sure. Anyhow, great video and great channel my man! I hope your channel grows and prospers! I’m definitely subbing :)

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  5 месяцев назад +1

      It’s tricky cause like you bring them in and they could bring smell, dirt, or humidity into the tent, you leave em out you gotta check em for critters haha it’s kinda just like pick your poison. 😁 And thanks man! 👊🏽 Really appreciate it! Hope you enjoy the channel. ☺️🤙🏽

    • @charliecarter1878
      @charliecarter1878 5 месяцев назад

      @@WhereWeWild Definitely enjoying your channel and will spread the word to all my camping and outdoor enthusiast friends! Bye for now, enjoy!

  • @gaila.8830
    @gaila.8830 2 года назад +3

    Wow really great tips 😄
    Can't wait to put them into good use 😊👍

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад +1

      Thanks hope they help ya! 😃

    • @gaila.8830
      @gaila.8830 2 года назад

      @@WhereWeWild 😊 not just me but many others I'm sure 👍 thanks

  • @mattwaters6987
    @mattwaters6987 Год назад +6

    The candle wax idea on the zippers is great!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад

      It’s good in a pinch for sure! 😊🤙🏽

  • @elizabethrose3667
    @elizabethrose3667 2 года назад +2

    Pool noodles very good idea, we have a big tent with a porch. I hang lights on the porch cover. We also have a blow up mattress and a solar light you can carry to potty. We bring a heater or a fan based on weather.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад +1

      Thanks 😊 And nice that’s awesome sounds like you have a really nice set up! 😃

    • @elizabethrose3667
      @elizabethrose3667 2 года назад

      @@WhereWeWild you have no idea how many times I have tripped over the cords from the tent. 😁We also are thinking about selling our boat and getting a small camper or a pop up.

    • @elizabethrose3667
      @elizabethrose3667 2 года назад

      I always forget to pack enough food.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад +1

      @@elizabethrose3667 Hahaha oh really that’s funny because our next video is going to be about 5 easy camping meals! 👍🏽😃

    • @elizabethrose3667
      @elizabethrose3667 2 года назад +1

      @@WhereWeWild my husband just wants me to never forget bacon.

  • @llllllllll9495
    @llllllllll9495 2 года назад +2

    Wow, this is actually INSANELY helpful!!!!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад

      Good glad to hear it! 😊🤙🏽

  • @warren6899
    @warren6899 10 месяцев назад +4

    From South Africa guy ropes are great security multipliers... you know when somebody's prowling around

  • @lesliegriffin3587
    @lesliegriffin3587 2 месяца назад +1

    Thrift store, goodwill or yard sales........ get one of those big rolling suitcases. I put my air mattress, bedding, pillows, pop up lanterns and small battery operated fans in it. All my "bedding" gear is in one place when I grab and go. Also....old tool box can be used for your "kitchen". My small camp stove, small coffee pot, silverware, plates, cups and small pots and pans fit in it and easy to carry.😊

  • @87kayley
    @87kayley 2 года назад +5

    The tent pole/ rolling tip!!! 😲 Makes so much sense! 😀

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад

      Hahaha gets it done 😊🤙🏽

  • @khendricks2647
    @khendricks2647 6 месяцев назад +2

    Been years since we tent camped but we would use good size cardboard under the tent to give comfort against rocks. Cardboard is also an insulator. We took off shoes but would store in the tent.

  • @cheeseballs3825
    @cheeseballs3825 Год назад +1

    Pool noodles. Pure genius!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +1

      Thanks! 😃🤙🏽 Haha they work 🤷🏻‍♂️😊

  • @mrdeanvincent
    @mrdeanvincent 4 месяца назад +1

    Some decent tips for beginners. Good job.
    Folding your tent into thirds obviously only works for particular tents. Just look at the length of your tent bag to figure out how many times to fold the tent before rolling it. Also roll it as tightly as you can, because this makes it much easier to fit back into the bag.
    For those who don't want to lay a tarp and then a tent and then another tarp and then some rubber tiles... I sometimes just put a cheap rubber-backed picnic rug inside the tent. This gives a little extra insulation from the ground and it's sort of like having the comfort of a carpeted floor. It's also still easy to clean.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  4 месяца назад +1

      Hahaha man it’s such a shame everyone thinks we were saying to use the tarp and the tiles at the same time inside the tent because we simply didn’t remove the tarp before we showed the next flooring option. Ruined this whole video. That’s all people hang up on. 😂

  • @inspiringbuilds
    @inspiringbuilds Год назад +2

    Good tips, bring a tarp, padded floor, fan, and even hanging an bug zapper is helpful. Keep up the great work!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад

      Thanks! 👊🏽😊 Never thought about bringing a bug zapper, lol I wonder if it would just be like constant nonstop zaps out there ⚡️😂

  • @space5776
    @space5776 11 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks guys. Really appreciate the tips

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  11 месяцев назад

      No problem 👊🏽😃

  • @dawnrichardson8230
    @dawnrichardson8230 2 года назад +3

    That dust pan is such a good idea

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад

      Oh man must have! 😃 Simple but effective 🤷🏻‍♂️😊🤙🏽

    • @dawnrichardson8230
      @dawnrichardson8230 2 года назад

      @@WhereWeWild Have you seen the inflatable furniture? It looks so much easier than my clunky chairs that take up so much room in my car

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад +1

      @@dawnrichardson8230 Hahaha that’s funny in our one video I think it was Reyes Creek Campground we used one of those inflatable couches just sitting by a river it was hilarious 😂 Don’t know if we’d try it by the fire though just cause of the heat and sparks flying off it might be the end of an inflatable but haven’t tried 😁

    • @dawnrichardson8230
      @dawnrichardson8230 2 года назад

      @@WhereWeWild I went camping at cattail Cove near Lake Havasu and I brought my dust pan but I forgot my sage it was so beautiful! Thanks for the tips

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад +1

      @@dawnrichardson8230 Awesome! Hope you had a blast! 😃

  • @rickbilliter6735
    @rickbilliter6735 2 года назад +4

    That's the first thing I do to my tents is treat the zippers with an old candle. Works great on Jeep softtops, too!

  • @gerardoneill8982
    @gerardoneill8982 2 месяца назад

    great tips and important too! we found bringing a 'dust-buster' type cordless vacuum helps with dirt AND flying or crawling pests that find their way in!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 месяца назад

      Nice! 👊🏽😃 And thanks really appreciate it! Glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for watching ☺️🤙🏽

  • @libertyg4402
    @libertyg4402 3 месяца назад +1

    The last tip is genius!! Thank you!!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  3 месяца назад +1

      Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! 😊🤙🏽

  • @thecupandthelip626
    @thecupandthelip626 2 года назад +25

    Great tips! I'm pitching a tent right now!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад +2

      😂😂😂😂 Thanks bud 👊🏽😁

  • @JoeyBriggs11
    @JoeyBriggs11 2 года назад +2

    These were great tips! thanks so much!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад

      No prob! Hope they help you out! 👊🏽😃

  • @cheezyallen
    @cheezyallen Год назад +4

    I add cheating moving blankets to the floor of my tent and they are great!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад

      Nice! Yeah the moving blankets are sweet 😊🤙🏽

  • @ricksundberg5659
    @ricksundberg5659 7 месяцев назад +1

    All solid advice!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  7 месяцев назад

      Glad you enjoyed it! 👊🏽😊

  • @w9jim
    @w9jim 2 года назад +5

    Man, you guys pack a lot of stuff!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад

      Hahaha depends where we are going, but usually not so bad really 🤷🏻‍♂️😃 3 bins. Sleeping. Kitchen. And one for miscellaneous stuff. Plus the cooler.

  • @reneap9049
    @reneap9049 6 месяцев назад

    Great stuff!! Some new to me after camping 30+ years!! Thank you!!!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  6 месяцев назад

      Thanks! Glad you found it useful! 😃🤙🏽

  • @jackvoss5841
    @jackvoss5841 2 месяца назад +3

    Sweeping a tent floor will often build static electricity. Now, the floor is attracting and holding the dirt. Instead, use a dampened sponge to wipe the floor clean. Lighter, cheaper, and more effective. Then, rinse the sponge and squeeze it.
    Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 месяца назад

      Whatever works for ya man 🤙🏽

  • @lovehomestead5744
    @lovehomestead5744 10 месяцев назад

    amazing as a new camper to be 😊everything I was trying to ask you guys, get the answer from different video you posted. Thank you so much.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  10 месяцев назад

      Awesome! So happy to hear the videos are helping you out! 😃 Thanks for watching! ☺️🤙🏽

  • @LifeInMontana
    @LifeInMontana 2 года назад +1

    So helpful to me! Thanks. Go tenting!

  • @POWERUSER-wy6bx
    @POWERUSER-wy6bx Год назад +2

    Number 9: Wax Candle for zippers is AMAZING!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад

      Works well in a pinch! 😃🤙🏽

  • @brendabloom3535
    @brendabloom3535 Год назад +1

    Everything you just said...plus Rake the spot before you put down the first tarp to remove debris. And I personally prefer larger foam tiles and I add a moving blanket on top. Then I can bundle up the blanket, take it outside and shake it clean.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +1

      Yeah the bigger the tiles you can find the better for sure! Can even use yoga mats instead to cover larger sections at a time. And nice the moving blanket is a great idea 😊🤙🏽

  • @mariettawarkentin2799
    @mariettawarkentin2799 2 года назад +2

    I learned a few new things!🙂

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад

      Great that’s awesome! 😃 Thanks for watching! ☺️

  • @chrisgraham2904
    @chrisgraham2904 Год назад +3

    If you buy a new tent, set it up at home to familiarize yourself with set-up before you get to your camp site and confirm that it contains all the poles, stakes and lines that it is supposed to. The fabric of your tent is treated to be waterproof before the fabric is cut and sewn to make your tent. The seams of the tent FLY are usually sealed by the manufacturer with a sealing tape or chemical sealant. However, all the rest of the sewn seam of your tent are not water sealed (except very few very expensive tents) and will probably leak during a heavy rain and wind storm. Buy a separate "tent seam sealing kit", compatible with your tents fabric type, and spend a half hour sealing all seams when you do the first set up in your back yard.

  • @GiselleTrujillo
    @GiselleTrujillo 7 месяцев назад

    This is amazing, thank you guys.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  7 месяцев назад

      No problem! Happy you enjoyed it! ☺️🤙🏽

  • @barukkazhad8998
    @barukkazhad8998 Год назад +1

    Those foam tiles are a top idea

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +2

      Haha thanks yeah they work pretty well! 😃🤙🏽

  • @s.a.n.k.i
    @s.a.n.k.i Год назад +4

    Pour some concrete on the ground, add two layers of tarp and a hardwood floor, then another layer of tarp and a few blankets.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +1

      Ahhhh you’re late! Someone already beat you to that comment brotha sorry haha 🤷🏻‍♂️😁

  • @65sheilakay
    @65sheilakay 7 дней назад

    Great tips!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  7 дней назад

      Thanks glad you enjoyed them 😊🤙🏽

  • @curtriceennis2924
    @curtriceennis2924 Год назад

    I never thought about putting a tarp on the inside of my tent. Love that idea. Also, putting the foam tiles is a very smart idea. Seems it would make the floor of your tent much softer. TYSM for that idea, too. One I don't recommend, however, is the axing of your zippers. I've tried that before, and, it only caused my tent zipper to eventually get permanently stuck in place - open ! (LOL ! GO FIGURE ! DK WHAT happened, there ! 🤔) But, the pool thingys are a great idea as are the glow sticks. Just wish they made the glow sticks where they would NEVER lose their "glowing" capability. TYSM for sharing this video with us - very informative and useful info. 😻

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +1

      Thanks for the nice comment, thanks for watching 😊 The floor you can use so many different things… tarps, yoga mats, tiles, moving blankets. You don’t have to use them all at once though 😂 The wax is kind of a last resort thing if it’s really bad. I wonder if it was so hot out that it melted yours and then got solid again and got stuck 🤔 And haha yeah I wish glow sticks did that too but I think you can buy battery powered ones 😎🤙🏽

    • @curtriceennis2924
      @curtriceennis2924 Год назад

      Just re-read my comment above. It was supposed to be "waxing" not "axing." 👎autocorrect 👎 Guess you figured that out, though. 😻 Thank you for the suggestion as to why that didn't work for me. Being "so hot out" sounds as if it was likely the reason. 😻

    • @curtriceennis2924
      @curtriceennis2924 Год назад

      Thank you also for your quick response. 😻 And, you're welcome. 😻

    • @rudygeorgiamulesandcountry1594
      @rudygeorgiamulesandcountry1594 Год назад +1

      Use spray silicone on your zippers.

  • @fishingwithair8727
    @fishingwithair8727 2 года назад

    Wow - That was cool. I love the fan idea and the foam mats. All the tips were great. Thanks !!

  • @calichigal
    @calichigal Год назад

    Great tips! I have thought about trying the foam squares, and wondered if anyone else had done so. When I started tent camping on my own, eons ago, I had a small tent, and used an old shower curtain under it. I have a bigger tent, now, and use a tarp. I like the idea of putting one inside, too. I cringed at the idea of leaving shoes outside, though - bugs! We always have a small rug just inside the door where we take off our shoes and leave them.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад

      Thanks 😊 There are so many different options and variations of all this stuff. The tiles are cool, but we only really use those for a small section of the tent that’s not covered by our air mattress so we don’t have to travel with that many of them. Moving blankets work well, yoga mats, tarps of course… you can get super creative! Lol so many people misinterpret this video to mean use 25 different flooring types at a time. Just cause of how we shot it I guess. 🤷🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️😁 Haha the shoe basket outside works in some environments and is not so smart in others, but also depends on the shoes right? Crocs, Sandals, water shoes, stuff like that which can be nice to wear around camp to be more comfortable, you really don’t have to worry about as much cause you can pretty much see everything inside of them compared to say big hiking boots. Thanks for watching and for the nice comment we appreciate it. 😊🤙🏽

  • @Augie13
    @Augie13 Год назад +8

    I would bring the basket of shoes inside. Less chance of bugs and spiders to crawn in them at night.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад

      Totally! 😊🤙🏽 For us it just depends on the situation and environment ya know, if the shoes are all wet or gross we don’t like bringing any extra moisture into the tent. Depends on what creatures live in that area too, haha like if you’re in Australia or something like that, definitely might have a problem leaving them outside 😬😂 Thanks for the comment! Appreciate you watching! ☺️

    • @MooKau_
      @MooKau_ Год назад +1

      @@WhereWeWild here in australia, its not really a huge problem compared to the drop bears... but yeah, we bring them into the tent.
      Small tents, we do north/ south. North is your head, south is door and feet. Anything messy or dirty stays south, and clean or unworn things go north.
      ... so boots come off, and stay inside door ;)

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад

      @@MooKau_ Yeah you really have to watch out for those drop bears. Especially if you’re visiting Australia for the first time. 😳😁🤙🏽

    • @MooKau_
      @MooKau_ Год назад

      @@WhereWeWild they arent that bad so long as youve eaten vegimite daily for 5 weeks beforehand.. or just put some behind each ear before you head out ;)

    • @LoneHowler
      @LoneHowler 7 месяцев назад

      ​@@WhereWeWild you could get a reusable silica gel bag or two to toss in a closed container for the shoes so they can be kept inside

  • @jessicapayne8622
    @jessicapayne8622 Год назад +4

    It’s a lot of flooring to carry with you if you’re going for a few days 😊

  • @hshalom9113
    @hshalom9113 2 года назад

    We used plastic flowers at each stake. They fit in the steak hole.
    Also the screw in nails are awesome!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад +1

      Plastic flowers? 😃 That’s creative! 😃🤙🏽

  • @MrsBuniGu
    @MrsBuniGu 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for these great tips.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад

      No problem! Thanks for watching! 😊🤙🏽

  • @suhtangwong
    @suhtangwong Год назад +1

    #9+12 are genius!

  • @dlighted8861
    @dlighted8861 Год назад

    Thanks I haven't camped in over a decade but just picked up a polyester tent in very good shape for only ten dollars. I set it up,aired it out well then waterproof sprayed it just in case. No lines to trip over and the poles are outside the tent so no need to crawl around inside like a blind baboon setting up poles.😁
    You gave very good tips especially using a couple of cheap tarps to save the tent and make it comfortable. A question though. Do you have any tips on what to do if you don't have poles to hang a light or fan from?

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +1

      Nice thanks glad you enjoyed them! 😊 Hmm I guess if there are no loops at the top of the tent to hang anything from you’d either have to fabricate something or put your lattern and or fan on the floor 🤔

    • @Johnnyrouger
      @Johnnyrouger 5 месяцев назад

      I used to have small Coleman fans that had a strong magnet. You’d put the magnet outside the tent and the fan body, with a steel plate bottom inside and they’d connect and hold tight. I haven’t used them in years but I believe that I have seen something like that recently somewhere….

  • @ithacacomments4811
    @ithacacomments4811 Год назад

    We use those heavier mylar tarps. One to cover the floor, and one on top of our sleeping bags with a blanket over it when it is really cold. We have always been warm and dry.
    First time we tried this, we woke up with condensation all over the top tarp from our body heat hitting the cold tarp.
    Covering the tarp with a light blanket kept us dry.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад

      Awesome 😎🤙🏽 Condensation is a killer!!!! Even simply burying yourself and breathing into your sleeping bag can make you damp and cold! Waking up cold and wet is the absolute worst!!!

  • @TheBenchapman
    @TheBenchapman 9 месяцев назад +1

    Very good hacks

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  9 месяцев назад

      Thanks glad you enjoyed them 😊🤙🏽

  • @jazzyjazz3049
    @jazzyjazz3049 2 года назад +14

    If you’re camping in Australia, don’t leave that basket of shoes outside your tent, unless you’re offering homes to snakes and spiders.

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад +1

      Haha yeah good call 👍🏽😂 That is usually my concern even out here! I always at least turn them upside down and bang them out before putting them on. 😁

    • @Biffo1262
      @Biffo1262 4 месяца назад

      Don't leave it out in the UK either..... they'll be full of rainwater.
      So multiple tarps, foam floor tiles, pool noodles etc., I'm going out on a limb here and guessing you aren't backpacking?

    • @onlyheninthishouse1975
      @onlyheninthishouse1975 2 месяца назад

      You could not pay me enough to camp in Australia.

  • @retiredchef238
    @retiredchef238 4 месяца назад +4

    I use a covered tote for shoes outside to keep out spiders, snakes, mice, etc.

  • @sharonsmiler4938
    @sharonsmiler4938 Год назад +1

    Really useful, thank you ❤

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад

      Very glad to hear it! 😊 Thanks for watching! ❤️

  • @SurgeWorld
    @SurgeWorld 2 года назад +3

    Nice tips

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад

      Thanks hope they help ya out! 👊🏽😊

  • @davidpintor4699
    @davidpintor4699 2 года назад +2

    Now why didn’t I tink of that lol
    I have tripped bout hundreds of times on the tie downs.
    Our zipper is starting to stick so definitely gana use the wax thing
    We came up with synthetic piece of grass helps keep it clean 🤔
    Moe show me moe!!!!!

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 года назад

      Hahaha oh yeah those tie downs will get ya! 🤷🏻‍♂️😃😂

  • @johnkuss1684
    @johnkuss1684 Год назад +3

    If you leave your shoes outside then also use your socks to close the opening so unwanted things do call them home

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +4

      That’s a good idea 😊 I just turn em over in the morning and give em a few smacks 😁

  • @lizzaangelis3308
    @lizzaangelis3308 Год назад +3

    Your ground cloth should also be slightly smaller than your tent body to prevent it from becoming a funnel in a rain shower

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Год назад +1

      Absolutely 👍🏽😊 Usually living in California we don’t really have to worry about that lol but this year seems to be a different story 😳😂

  • @lunabear4195
    @lunabear4195 7 месяцев назад

    Good ideas !

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  7 месяцев назад

      Thanks! Glad you enjoyed them! 😊🤙🏽

  • @sonyaw4018
    @sonyaw4018 7 месяцев назад

    Excellent suggestion that oter videos didn't mention 🎉

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  7 месяцев назад

      Glad you enjoyed them 😊🤙🏽

  • @Filce100
    @Filce100 2 года назад

    Short and informative .

  • @brbadventurer
    @brbadventurer Год назад

    0:26 Yes, I always do this it also keeps the floor of the tent clean if you are in a place that has a dirt tent pad.
    1:29 Yes! I don't know how many times I had to tell the kids to zip the door closed when they were younger.
    1:59 Meh, my tent has huge screened panels in the ceiling so we kind of have a window open all the time anyway.
    2:21 Since I used to be a back packer and kind of have a minimalist attitude, I will not be packing these rubber tiles in the Jeep
    2:56 Yep, I do this too, I have just done this to my Jeep soft top.
    3:03 Hmm ... IDK, does that attract bugs to the door?
    3:10 You bet, I don't like putting away a dirty tent, I always do this.
    3:17 Not all tents are created equal, Outbound Quick Camp Cabin Tent does not detach from the poles, see our review on my channel. Outbound Quick Camp Cabin Tent Review

  • @remmid4678
    @remmid4678 2 месяца назад

    🔥🔥🔥 Great info simple hacks love it❤ thanks a bunch

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  2 месяца назад

      No problem glad you enjoyed them! Thanks for the nice comment and thanks for watching 😊🤙🏽

  • @GypsyCamp
    @GypsyCamp 5 месяцев назад

    Ideal camp! I will use it as a reference.

  • @gracievillarreal9641
    @gracievillarreal9641 2 года назад +1

    THANKS!

  • @AndresLler
    @AndresLler Месяц назад +1

    Where do i find the little tarp at the entrance?

    • @WhereWeWild
      @WhereWeWild  Месяц назад

      They usually just come with the tent. If not I suppose you can just make one out of a blue tarp.

  • @gineenspring855
    @gineenspring855 Год назад +1

    Great Tips!

  • @RussellCambell
    @RussellCambell 4 месяца назад +4

    Glow stick on zipper pull why didnt i think of that

  • @lubbylodrigue3261
    @lubbylodrigue3261 Год назад +1

    Thanks 😊😊