How To Store Your Outdoor Equipment In A Self-Storage Unit

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How To Store Your Outdoor Equipment In A Self-Storage Unit

3 August 2016
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Avid outdoor enthusiasts enjoy camping, fishing and hiking trips, but the equipment needed for these types of outdoor activities can take up a lot of space in your home. Renting a self-storage unit is a great option if you have lots of outdoor equipment. Here are a few helpful ideas to get your storage unit organized and to store your outdoor gear.

Organize Your Gear By Excursion

Keeping your outdoor gear organized by the types of different trips you take can make it easy to load and unload your vehicle before you set off on your next adventure. Keep fishing rods, gear and tackle in one section of the unit, and keep hiking gear in another. Reserve one section for equipment you will use on any type of trip, such as tents, lanterns, and cooking stoves.

Prep Cooking Supplies For Storage

To keep your outdoor cooking supplies clean and ready for each trip, store them in air-tight containers. You can use plastic tubs with lids to hold a percolator, plates and silverware, and pots and pans. For larger items, such as a camping stove or portable grill, consider using plastic wrap to cover the cooking surfaces. If you have a supply of pre-packaged camping food mixes or dehydrated foods, store them in a bucket or in plastic bags. Be sure all coolers are emptied out and dry before storing them.

Hang Sleeping Bags

Storing sleeping bags in the pouches that come with them can cause the fill to flatten over time, making your sleeping experience less comfortable. The pouches should only be used to pack your bags when you are headed to your camping site. When you place them in your self-storage unit, hang them up to help them keep their fluffy texture. You can use pants hangers with clips for this, and consider covering them with a garment bag or garbage bag to prevent dust and dirt from building up on your sleeping bags. Be sure to air out your sleeping bags before placing them back in storage after each trip, as this will prevent mold and mildew from forming.

Invest In Kayak Shelves

If you have small kayaks or canoes that go with you on trips, consider adding a kayak shelving system to your storage unit. These shelves are free-standing units that hold multiple small boats. You can hang life vests from hooks on each shelf, and use bungee cords to attach oars to the shelving system. If you only have one boat, use the top shelving area to hang wet suits, fishing vests or other outdoor apparel to let the kayak shelf double as a closet rod.

Your self storage unit can be used to store virtually all of your outdoor gear. By placing it in the unit, you can load your car directly before heading out on each trip, which can also make it more difficult for would-be thieves to see you are leaving town for a few days.

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