Camping: smart items to make life easier!

Whether it's your first camping trip or your thousandth, this activity is not immune to innovative advances and every year new items appear to make your activity more exciting. But what are they for, and why should you add them to your checklist?

In the world of camping, innovations and practical items are mainly used to improve the camper's experience by making equipment more practical, efficient and comfortable. From tents to kitchen equipment, electronics and hiking accessories, there are many innovations in the field, all of which have a purpose, making camping more accessible, especially for those who fear outdoor adventures and less comfort.

Some tents have tougher materials to better cope with the elements, while others have features such as separate bedrooms for added privacy (a real luxury for those who know about camping and have endured the odours of their adventure partners!), mesh windows for improved ventilation, separate entrances for added convenience and integrated lighting systems for added safety.
Come on, from food to hygiene to safety, a round-up of innovations in the camping world!

Kitchen equipment is also experiencing waves of innovation, with portable camping stoves, lightweight titanium cookware and portable refrigerators designed to make meal preparation and food storage easier during camping trips. Believe me, no one wants to suffer from food poisoning in the middle of a forest...

Beyond food itself, it’s also the evolution of containers and accessories that can make your life easier. Why? Because carrying food can be a real muscle-builder if the cooler that holds it is rigid. Fortunately, there are now flexible coolers that can lighten the weight of your picnic. As for hydration, goodbye to the incessant trips to the campsite's water points, flexible bags let you store drinking water at the camp without worrying about stomach aches afterwards.

As far as furniture is concerned, a simple folding chair can be very useful. It's all about comfort!

Whether you are a hiking enthusiast or simply a nature lover, camping offers a unique and unforgettable experience. However, to get the most out of this experience, comfort is key, even if it's only to spend full nights and recharge your batteries between adventures.

This starts with the right camping equipment, such as a quality tent, a suitable sleeping bag, a pillow and a comfortable camping mattress or hammock. These items will help you feel comfortable in the outdoors and sleep well at night.

To take it a step further, proper clothing, insect protection and shelter from the elements can also help you avoid a lot of discomfort. As the number one target of mosquitoes, I personally have a "life and death" relationship with mosquito netting.

Electronic devices such as rechargeable lights, portable solar panels and battery back-ups are also becoming increasingly innovative, offering improved features such as longer battery life and faster charging, which are handy in the great outdoors.

Far from being a whim, comfort can have a real impact on your overall experience. Not everyone feels like a fish in water in the outdoors, and there's nothing wrong with that.

When you go camping, safety should be a top priority. Campers should be prepared for any emergency that may arise, such as weather conditions, injury or health problems. It’s therefore important to carry safety gear to protect yourself and your fellow travellers. Essential items include a first aid kit, map and compass, torch, matches or lighter and a whistle. It’s also important to consider food safety and store food correctly to avoid visits from wild animals. By taking these simple safety precautions, campers can enjoy their camping experience in safety and with peace of mind.

Yes, well, that's part of the comfort, but not the only one! Indeed, maintaining a certain level of hygiene while camping also means avoiding itching and other unpleasant skin rashes. This is where innovation can be of great help. There are things that can help you keep clean in the outdoors without taking your entire bathroom with you.

There are portable shower cabins on the market and these, along with a solar-powered pressure shower mean you can enjoy impeccable hygiene. Clean to take on nature!