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Fall is here, which means you’re probably already planning your next camping trip. September is one of the most active times for camping in Central Texas, but pretty soon the holiday season and winter chill will set in. That means packing up your camping gear until the busy spring season rolls around.

At Square Cow Movers, we’re known for our packing services. Our moving bovines know just how to fit things in to maximize space, eliminate damage and minimize the number of boxes needed. Tucking away your camping gear may not require a moving truck, but these tips can help you safely store everything until spring.

9 Tips for Storing Your Camping Gear

Make Sure Gear is Easy to Access

Unless you only plan to camp once every few years, the attic isn’t the best place to store camping equipment. No matter where you clear storage space for your gear, the one rule of thumb is to make sure it’s easy to access.

Make Sure Everything is Clean and Dry Before Packing

There are only two real musts before packing things away: clean everything and make sure it’s dry. If not, it will attract pests and create mold or mildew.

Vacuum Out the Tent

The tent is the hub of camping activity so it’s not uncommon for crumbs and dirt to get inside. The best way to make sure the tent is completely cleaned is to set it up in your yard and vacuum it out with a handheld vacuum or shop vac.

Invest in a Few Clear, Portable Bins

Clear bins with lids will keep your gear protected and dry, make everything easier to transport and keep things organized.

Hang Sleeping Bags Instead of Rolling Them

Most people roll up their sleeping bags and stuff them in pouches, but this won’t let the sleeping bag breathe. Instead, turn it inside out and hang it up in the back of the closet.

Remove All Flammables & Store Separately

If you have kerosene in lamps, lighter fluid or any other flammables, these need to be emptied out and containers need to be stored separately. It’s always safest to store flammables in a spot away from your house, like a shed or detached garage.

Remove Batteries

Batteries should also be removed before putting up electronics and tools. If left inside, there is a possibility they will corrode or leak.

Compartmentalize & Label

Camping enthusiasts and professional movers know the power of compartmentalized packing. There are a lot of smaller bits and pieces involved with camping equipment. Nesting (putting smaller containers inside a larger container) makes it easier to get everything together and go.

Store Gear Under Your Bed Not in the Garage

Tents, camping chairs and sleeping bags are the perfect winter spot for pests. That’s why we advise that you store camping gear under a bed instead of in the garage.

Original Source:  https://squarecowmovers.com/how-to-store-camping-gear-during-the-off-seasons/