Stop buying camping gear. Do this instead.

If your campsite always feels a little off—cluttered, uncomfortable, or harder to use than it should be—it’s probably not your gear. It’s how it’s designed. In this video, I’m sharing 5 non-camping items that work better than traditional camping gear—and why looking outside the “camping aisle” leads to smarter, more comfortable setups. This is about taking a design approach to camping: Solve the problem first… and the gear gets a lot simpler. *** Want to design a campsite that actually works for how you camp? Download my free Curated Campsite Planner here: https://curatedcampsite.com/free-curated-campsite-planner-pdf-download/ *** Cara Schulz is the author of Martinis & Marshmallows: A Field Guide To Luxury Tent Camping https://www.amazon.com/Martinis-Marshmallows-Field-Luxury-Camping/dp/0991293126/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3JUOETVWGLDG2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.FqWzSMGBjRFbxf8wjIDcxQ.CT2AaF7vCl65szffY7gDCeYmWfhTgy81vxSICZytbe4&dib_tag=se&keywords=martinis+%26+Marshmallows&qid=1778105525&sprefix=martinis+%26+marshmallows%2Caps%2C300&sr=8-1 WHAT I USED IN THIS VIDEO 1. Plant Stand (Side Table Alternative) Found at Target (often in the dollar section for around $5) Different colors and styles show up seasonally 2. Rugs (Comfort + Zone Design) I made mine Would you want a DIY video on how to make reversible rugs? Let me know in the comments 3. Shower Organizers (Vertical Storage Systems) Wood version: originally from Bed Bath & Beyond Metal version: Walmart 4. Stash Box (Coffee / Tea System) Temu ( I know, I know...) 5. Ironing Board (Camp Kitchen Upgrade) Look for wood ironing boards on Facebook Buy Nothing groups Or just ask around—someone you know probably has one WHY THIS WORKS: Most camping gear is designed to pack down. But better setups come from things designed to be used well. Shift from “What gear should I buy?” to “What problem am I solving?” ABOUT THIS CHANNEL: The Curated Campsite is about designing camping setups that are Comfortable, Organized, Functional, and Personal. Less “gear obsession" - more intentional design.