Another great small storage solution is plastic pencil boxes. I use one for silverware, one for spices, one for bottles of medications, one for travel size hygiene items, one for batteries, one for condiment packets, and finally, one for snacks like meat sticks jerky, granola bar, fruit cup. They all stack really nicely in your tote.

@jenniferashby3905

10 ай бұрын

I do the same for our utensils ❤

@charispowell7361

9 ай бұрын

Hey thanks! I like that top a bunch!

Although I have stuff organized & categorized in totes (pantry food, electronics, kitchen, tent stakes & lines etc), I also have one smaller tote with my "Immediate Essentials" so I don't have to pull everything out right away & rummage through several totes just to get started. This "Essentials" tote has the picnic tablecloth & clamps, washcloth, hand sanitizer, paper towels, water bottle, a travel-size insect repellent, coffee supplies & one of those Jetboil-style stoves for a quick cuppa joe, a few snacks to munch on while I set up, a little firestarter kit, and my dog's tieout, bed, and food & water bowls to keep her occupied & out of the way while I set up. I unpack that tote first, then my camp chair & table. Since I am an older solo female, and setting up camp can be a little strenuous, I now have an organized place to sit & relax with a drink & snack whenever I need to take a break during or after set-up.

@helenkathrynhoover7298

Жыл бұрын

I use same idea. Dog stuff, tablecloth, etc, comes out of van first! Great older minds think alike!🤣

I can’t wait until my boyfriend and I have enough $ for a jeep and a house to store these bins! Right now we have to make smaller bins and unpack them after camping season. Still helpful though! Any sort of container for stuff while camping helps so much!💚

I love that you have a GIANT bottle of Valentina lol.

I love your personality and the organized thought process behind your presentations. These videos are super helpful and informative. I’ve been solo car/tent camping for over a year now. I feel so strong, independent, smart and badass! Thank you for taking the time to make these quality videos! You’re a pleasure to watch!

Hi Amanda! I just want to say that I love your outdoor spirit of adventure! I am a 67 yrs. somewhat young woman who started back solo car camping & painting 2 years ago in CA.I plan to do a few trips this summer also.Some of your great ideas I have already implemented but these are videos are so helpful for encouraging others to be kick-ass too! I would love to be able to afford a Yeti but they are pricey! I invested in a 3 fold 4 inch pad last year that has made my sleeping sublime! I love my solar lights from Big Lots too! One of my fav breakfasts that you may want to try and maybe share is Grits, cooked with milk, shredded maxi cheese, with green onions and crumbled bacon on top, I also tuck in an egg, near the end, till it hardens up somewhat! A good power breakfast.Two years ago I added in hiking poles after an incident.I can't always count on my stability these days. I too bring a rug for outside of my tent, have my Coleman stove, a super awesome Costco tent purchased when my sons were younger, and a wooden folding table. I will add the collapsible water jug before I go this year!! Keep up the adventures girl and stay safe!

@Soulflowersun

3 жыл бұрын

What’s a power breakfast for camping?

@amanda.outside

3 жыл бұрын

That breakfast with the grits, cheese, green onions, and bacon sounds awesome! I like to put green onions on just about everything haha A good sleeping pad makes a huge difference when it comes to camping! Glad you found one that you like. I love the idea of a rug outside of the tent too! Thanks for sharing your car camping setup. I hope you're enjoying the Summer! 😁

Great videos! Thank you! My hacks: pre-scramble your eggs and put them in ziplocks. I found the plastic egg holders can get messy and they take up space in the cooler. Also: for a weekend camping trip, premake your bacon at home and put in a ziplock or container. Just a thought.

@amanda.outside

3 жыл бұрын

I've never tried to pre scramble the eggs, but sometimes I do cook the bacon at home and just store it in the cooler. Makes things so much easier at camp!

@An_Gold

3 жыл бұрын

Scott, this is an interesting idea.

@natashamariani5823

2 жыл бұрын

This is a good idea, we scramble too but we put ours in a plastic bottle with a very secure lid.

@helenkathrynhoover7298

Жыл бұрын

Great idea! I also pre-cook the breakfast sausage, ground beef (to add to chili can). I also make a very rare tri-tip at home, slice it thin then just reheat it for camp dinner. It is then brown and ready for steak sandwiches or burritos, etc.

Hey! I just stumbled on your channel and am amazed you don't have more subscribers. You are a great speaker, super informative, the videos are filmed and edited so professionally. I think you are going to be the next big hiking channel! Great job. 👍

@amanda.outside

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Julia! I love making these videos so I do put a lot of effort into them! Thanks for commenting and I'm so happy that you found my channel!

@An_Gold

3 жыл бұрын

Indeed, I was also surprise about not many subscribers. The girl looks very well and video is good. Love the content. Perhaps, there is some certain marketing tips in youtube that people do not know?

I liked the little spice bin which was inside the larger bin. Smart way to organize.

i know this video is really old, but is there anyway you can remember where this spot is?! it looks lovely. I'm a female that enjoys solo camping, i'm so glad i found your cahnnel.

Check out the Rubbermaid Action packer 8gal. You wont have to buy a new one every year. It stops you from hoarding...….. and it doubles as a chair, table, cutting board and can be stored on the roof while traveling without water getting in. My girl and I love them and store every camping need in just 2 of them.

Those fried peanuts are awesome. We had our first ones at a Gulla roadside vendor on the way from Florida to North Carolina.

I would love to see your car all loaded up ready for your adventure. Last summer, I started sleeping in my RAV4 when camping instead of pitching a tent but I still hate my system; still bringing too much stuff. So I'm looking on KZread to get organizational tips from others. I have never been in an IKEA! The closest one is 2hrs away from my home. The only time I see one is when I pass by it on most of my camping trips. I hate to shop so would never stop on my way to the Sierra but maybe I'll make a special trip sometime Thanks for the ideas

I love to go solo camping. Love to see other women who like camping.

@conniefoxx9813

3 жыл бұрын

I SO want to go camping, but really I'm a bit fearful. Not of animals and critters, but of other humans.

@krisg3984

3 жыл бұрын

Start out small, . Like pick some local parks to go or pick a local KOA to start with. They have everything all tidy for convenience but you’ll have some neighbors. This helps me with the Stranger jitters. Staying a few nights helps me disconnect with the driving into the unknown aspect, and familiarized me with my camp set up. After that, you will know if you like camping alone or around others. It worked for me. The more you go, the more comfortable you get.

@aadams4524

2 жыл бұрын

I just decided to look up camping LOL...I'm going to dig out our family tent we never used and go camping by myself....

@tammycarroll710

2 жыл бұрын

@@aadams4524 I say go for it! I go to a local state park and feel totally safe. Have a great time!

@aadams4524

2 жыл бұрын

I only just found out that they have camping at State Parks! If I would of known sooner I would of been there all the when my kids were younger... I'm just going to use a tent and I'm trying to put together a small list of what I absolutely need. I was going to call the star parks around me and find out the details and I'm figuring I need to reserve a spot? I'm going to have my 20 yr old daughter drop me off and pick me up

So practical and real. Love it!

Great camping tips! Thank you!

I’ve been researching for my first camping trip and your videos are so helpful!! Thank you!

Love it! The only thing is bear-resistance is on my mind. I'm thinking this looks tidy and ant and mouse resistant for example but wonder about bears and other large animals (food, toiletries). Not meant to freak anyone out! Just still sorting out how best to store food and toiletries when there is any bear risk...when there's too much of it to wanna put it all in little bear canisters or hung up in the trees. I know cooking and eating far enough for sleeping area is helpful too.

Amanda, You are so knowledgeable! I am new to car camping and love your thought provoking videos!! Keep them coming!

I am grateful for all your advice and teaching this old lady new tricks

Inspiring... agree that nature is so healing🙏🌈💕

Thank you Amanda for all of your wisdom!!! Going on my second camping trip of my life in a few days and I’ve been ferociously consuming your content for tips and tricks and just to feel prepared and confident! I appreciate you 🙏🏼

I haven't camped in years and your videoes are confirming what i remember and giving me a couple more tips i havent considered. Thanks.

Just jumping around your videos! Thank you for all the ideas, hacks, tips, and tricks for road tripping, hiking, and camping! I am using it all!

The camping totes have been a huge time saver for us. For years, we just kept everything in large reusable bags. And it was always a mess.

Your videos have been so helpful for a novice camper such as myself. Thank you

Very helpful tips! Thanks!

Thank you for sharing your experiences! cheering you on from Canada!

Watching your videos helped me prep so well and our first camping trip was a success! Love your videos, you’ve got best practical ideas and great advice!

Thank you! ♥️

Your video is awesome! So informative and I truly appreciate everything you do for other campers, especially the new ones like me and my wife. Keep the info coming in. God Bless🙏🏻

Our family love camping and can’t wait to start camping again this yr when my kids are done with school (summer break).

Just discovered your channel this morning. I love it!! You make excellent videos and it’s so fun the way you edit them. It is very helpful when you list the items needed on the screen because I just screenshot it. We are about to camp as a family for the first time and do not know what we are doing at all. So thank you so much.

Thank you Amanda, useful videos. ♥ from Morocco

Great Video. Thank you for posting.

Just discovered your videos because was looking for dehydrated food recipes. I just love all your videos! You have awesome topics and great locations! Such a great bubbly personality and down to earth! Keep up the excellent work!!

Thank you for doing these videos! I am a solo camper as well. Keep it up!

Your videos are great and have been super helpful to me as I took up more car camping last year! I have a clear food bin now! Your food bin is magical-you just kept pulling endless food out!! Great job! Thank you!

Thank you!

Going on my first car camping trip soon! Your vids are super helpful thank you!!

Great video, thanks!

Love your videos. Thank you. Blessings

Really enjoying your videos and all of your tips and hacks. Keep em' coming!

So helpful thank you!

Great set up

Hello and nice to meet you :) Ive been watching your videos all night, and have learned a few extra helpful tips. Thanks so much !

Hi! Just discovered your channel today and I love all these tips and hacks! I actually discovered camping later in life. It is hard to find people to camp with, so I don't camp nearly as much as I would like. I am impressed that you are brave enough to camp alone. Not sure I could do that! Thanks for the great content!

I really like all these tips/hacks

I JUST discovered you as I'm getting ready to camp for the first time with my best friend. We've done camping trips in the past, but never just the 2 of us so we are trying to figure out how to prepare so I'm binging your stuff. You're awesome! Thank you for this!!

@amanda.outside

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!! I hope you have a great trip!

I love cooking and am trying to learn to camp. I love your channel :)

Hi I think you are awesome I don’t think I would ever be able to go camping by my self I will be looking at your video’s Be safe and have a great time camping

Hi Amanda! Just wanted to say thank you. I am new to camping and your videos are sooooo helpful. We r my 2 kids for their first time car camping this weekend! I'm excited and nervous!!

Thanks so much for the great advice and helpful tips! My partner and I are going to be car camping in the coming week in North Carolina for about 4 days. Never done it before so any help is good at this point!

Love the mini propane tank. I have an adapter to refill the green canisters but I didn't know you can get a bigger one like that!!! Cool

I’m about to turn my 87 pathfinder into a camping rig love the ideas for food will be using them

I love this! Thank you! We don’t camp outdoors often but we go to our lake house and this system is perfect for that too.

@amanda.outside

4 жыл бұрын

It definitely is!!

Loveeee these videos!

You’re very pleasant thanks for the tips

Have watched 2 of your videos now, great tips and great attitude.

@amanda.outside

3 жыл бұрын

Yay!! Thank you!

Keep up the videos, I really enjoy them .

Wonderful video!

Like the idea of using water bottle for packing/keeping utensils. Sure will use it, thanks.

Great video!

Keep up the great work... love ur channel

I so love dispersed camping. And you really got a great spot there.

Nice! These videos are really helpful. I am building a list of all the things to bring for my wifes birthday camping weekend. Seriously, THANK YOU! So helpful.

@amanda.outside

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!! I hope you have an awesome camping weekend!

Would love to see your dish washing routine/set up. Thanks for the videos!

The front seats in your Xterra will completely fold flat to give you more room, and don't forget about the storage under the trunk and the glove box over the primary one. Also depending on what year your Xterra is, you may need to change the rad preventatively. 05-09 had faulty radiators that would mix trans fluid and antifreeze destroying the trans, and a $100 radiator fixes that

i’m just dreaming of calmer days when summer is here, my boat is on the water and everything i have in my bin right now can be transferred to the boat. i’m excited to try your camp nacho recipe. i keep that thought in my heart and it keeps me hopeful 🙏☺️ edit: oh my gosh pancake mix. why haven’t i thought of bringing that boating? you’re a wealth of great ideas

@amanda.outside

4 жыл бұрын

I've been daydreaming of warm Summer weather and carefree days outside too! Glad you got some tips from this video - you can never go wrong with pancakes for breakfast!! 🥞🤗

Hey! I’d love to hear about precautions you may take as a woman camping alone. Also, how far in advance you plan your trips if they require reservations.

@amanda.outside

4 жыл бұрын

I've had some other requests to talk about camping alone, so I will add that to my video idea list. Thanks for the suggestion! For most of my car camping trips, I typically don't plan too far in advance unless I want to camp at a popular campground like in a national park, for example. In general, if I want to camp in a popular area, I would start thinking about it a few months in advance. All campgrounds seem to have different rules and reservation windows. Sometimes you can book campsites 6 months in advance, but I never really plan the far ahead. There are a lot of free campsite available as well. In this particular video, there was no reservation and it's all first come, first serve. That's usually what I try to find!

@Torr.explores

4 жыл бұрын

I second this!

@h3bysuzanne184

3 жыл бұрын

A Flores I heard something of value, about solo female traveler, and that was, “ always enter back in your vehicle at the passenger side. That way it looks as though there’s a driver.” 👍 Don’t dress provocative, drink too much, carry pepper-spray on your 🔑 keychain and park headlights facing out.

@rochalleracine

3 жыл бұрын

amandaoutside I’m very interested in this as well!

@cormet55os28

3 жыл бұрын

I always bring my hand gun

Cool organization system. Thanks for the walkthrough. 👍

@amanda.outside

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

I really love watching your vids dear. 😍

I love how your organized and how you shared you have great ideas thank you

@amanda.outside

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it! Thank you for watching!

@CasualGirlAdventures

4 жыл бұрын

amandaoutside you’re welcome 😉

Thank you. I’m following your lead on many things. I haven’t been camping in a few years. I haven’t been backpacking since the 90s. With this COVID thing my girlfriend suggested camping over hotels or motel 6 at mammoth mountain. I went a bit further with coastal camping at Big Sycamore Canyon and Joshua Tree. I’m going to try once a month. Maybe Death Valley and Mojave in the near future. If they won’t let us go to Disneyland, we’re going car camping, y0! Thanks for all the hacks, advice and cooking suggestions.

We recently bought a 55 quart costway fridge. We also bought a 12v deep cycle walmart battery for $75. It runs for a little over 4 days on 1 battery charge. It charges overnight with an amazon basics battery charger. These things make a huge difference especially when your camping with multiple people and kids. Having cold food is a lifesaver. We have a harbor freight 100w solar kit to keep the battery charged if we are boondocking.

Thank you for your video, it will help me and the family prep for our first camping trip in two weeks.

@amanda.outside

3 жыл бұрын

I hope you have a wonderful trip!!

Your tips are awesome, thank you! I'm a total newb and all these vids are a lifesaver!

@amanda.outside

3 жыл бұрын

Yay!! I'm so happy to hear that they're helpful! 😁

I’d love to see a video on how you wash pans/dishes when car camping. I feel dumb not knowing how to do this, but I’ve always relied on disposable dishes and I’m trying to get away from that.

@kingof9x

3 жыл бұрын

When car camping, with natural soap, some hot water, allot of reused water, and a thing to hold the soapy grey water. When backpacking I use dirt/sand to get all the stuff off and dry it out. Then when I get to a water source I rinse allot. I am not worried about dirty water because when I use it I am boiling water.

@laurabrunner2175

2 жыл бұрын

I use my largest pot for the soapy water and a storage bin for the clean water. You need a sponge, a small bottle of dish soap, and a towel. It’s so easy!

@trumpisatruepatriot3431

2 жыл бұрын

I finally figured out a great solution for this. A huge collapsible dog bowl and a scrubbie from the dollar tree. I keep dawn dishsoap in one of those salad dressing squeezable holder and my scrubbie in a reusable silicone baggie. Works great best drying towel is from Harbor Freight in the auto section. They are a gray and come in a back of two. Best towel in the world. I use them in the kitchen, wash cars. Insanely awesome for drying.

Hello, came back to comment on this video. My Grandaughter and I went camping and want to say thank you for all the help with organizing. Purchased silicone reusable bags. Totally worth the purchase. Also froze water and had the extra water. Once again, thank you so much we really appreciate all your tips. Gma & Squeaker campers 💖

@amanda.outside

3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! I'm really glad the tips have been helpful 😁

Love that u went alone. Great vids

@amanda.outside

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Good Video 👍🏼

Where did you get the adaptor for the propane tank? I love the idea of a larger tank instead of the green bottles.

Just Started watching your videos and I'm now going through your playlist. Wonderful tips and suggestions. I would love to see how you pack your vehicle with so many bins and how its organized. Cheers.

Nice video!

Nice video on how you organize for camping. I should organize more. Take Care and Keep Exploring The Outdoors.

@amanda.outside

4 жыл бұрын

Organization is key for me! Thanks for watching!

With the mashed potatoes try Potato Pancakes really good with sour cream & cheese

Just found your channel; love the content!

Very good video 👍

Love your content!

@amanda.outside

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm so glad you like it!!

HI AMANDA !! 🙂 I just found your channel a few days ago, and have been loving all your videos! I will be going solo car/tent camping this summer (for the first time) and all your info is very helpful and fun. I'll be going to campgrounds so I'm not really worried (still a little tho) lol. But really excited too!!! 🙂 Just me and my pup enjoying nature ❤ Also, I live in Montana so beautiful scenery everywhere. THANK YOU for all your great info and advice!! 🙂

Great suggestions, thanks for sharing! Consider adding a samovar to your gear if you really like hot water while camping.

@ScorpionRegent

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, a Kelly Kettle Is priceless for camping.

just started camping and i like those stash bags i have lots of gear and just started using it luv your videos good little hacks i do get stuck on the meal thing also iam getting a collapsable wagon ....

Hi I've just stumbled across your channel also I love it thank you so much and I've subscribed too I'm from Australia my husband and I are planning to go camping i can't wait I love it 😊♥️

Thanks so much Amanda. Going car camping in WA state with my 2 boys after school is out. I am so looking forward to it and your videos make sure I'll have what I need. I don't know if I should bring briquets if I have a small propane stove. Or just use wood? We will be cooking hot dogs and smores over the fire.

Love your storage bin organization idea!! Do you have a video for your propane tank hack?

Just found your channel! I'm going to do my second solo "hot tent" camp out to see the Geminids Meteor shower this week!!!! I'm excited and nervous so I turned to KZread to get some inspiration!! Thank you for this video: My camping stuff is NOT organized so this helps!!!! I'd love to know where that dispersed campsite was in case I ever get out that way!! Thank you!!

Can you please walk us though the propane tank set up and where to purchase one that small? And how to use the adapter hose as well. Thanks!

Going camping for the first time with friends but we’re renting a cabin . I think tents are more fun , maybe next time ! Anyway, I found your videos trying to look up some tips and hacks ... you Rock ! Very clear and simple ... I’ll keep checking your channel . Keep up the great work! Thank you!

@amanda.outside

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel! I hope you have a great trip!

For things like that hot sauce cap where you have tape on it for a potentially long period of time, try gaffer tape, which doesn't leave a sticky residue like duct tape. I become aware of it a few years ago and use it on everything now. Great content on your channel! I'm doing research before our next family camping trip to fix the unpleasant aspects of past trips and your videos have been helpful - thanks.

@suzannecartwright6504

20 сағат бұрын

Where does one buy “gaffer tape”?

Great video! You should do one talking about where you get your hiker food and what the best stores are!

@amanda.outside

4 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea! Thanks for watching and commenting 🤗 I'm hoping to do more hiking snack videos this Spring and Summer!