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Car Camping Hacks for Couples

Written by Nick
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Published on April 24, 2014
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Spending time in the wilderness with your significant other is a great way to escape the stress of city life. Nothing beats the fresh air and open spaces you’ll encounter on a couples camping trip. However, there are certain drawbacks to roughing it that could ruin the mood if you let them. The following tips on car camping for couples will ensure that you have a relaxing, stress-free trip!

Traditional sleeping bags don’t allow for the cuddling that you’ll crave on your trip. Instead of sleeping in separate bags, why not buy two matching sleeping bags and zip them together? This car camping hack will allow you to stay close to your significant other all night long, as well as keep both of you warm.


Before you crawl into that double sleeping bag, you’ll want to enjoy the warmth and comfort of a campfire. There is nothing more frustrating than trying to start a fire with damp wood or without kindling. If you have forgotten to bring newspaper or kindling of some sort, this car camping hack is for you! All you have to do is light a smile pile of Doritos. It sounds crazy, but the Doritos will light easily and burn steadily, allowing you to build a healthy fire around them.

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Finally, you’ll want to ensure that flies and mosquitos don’t flock to your campsite. Bug bites are known to cause crankiness, and can really dampen the mood you’re trying to set. Adding bundles of sage to a campfire is an excellent way to keep mosquitos away. The sage will also give off a lovely aroma for you and your significant other to enjoy.

A couples camping trip is an excellent way to enjoy the beauty of nature with the one you love. If you follow these simple camping hacks, you’re guaranteed to have a wonderful time in the wilderness with your companion.

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