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When it’s time to plan for a camping adventure, preparation is key to ensuring that you and your campsite buddies will enjoy a safe and comfortable time outside surrounded by nature. From choosing the right tent for your camping adventure to knowing what meals you’ll be cooking (and what you need to cook them with), bringing the right clothing, and planning day-to-day activities at your chosen destination, organizing a successful camping trip requires some pretty careful consideration.
That said, although most campers focus heavily on all of the must-bring camping essentials, there’s often one major aspect that gets overlooked: what not to bring. This is even more true when it comes to food and drink containers — especially with environmentally-conscious campers trying to cut back on their single-use plastics. To avoid plastic, some campers might want to bring glass instead. While things like glass containers and ceramic dishes might seem like a practical solution for storing food and avoiding using too many throwaway items, the reality is a lot different once you’re actually out in nature.
In fact, most of these types of items — although incredibly handy in the comfort of your home — actually create unnecessary risks in outdoor settings that you don’t want to chance. From potentially shattering during transport to the dangers of broken glass, even the smallest accident can lead to serious safety hazards (and cleanup challenges) that can disrupt your entire outdoor experience.
Leave the glass containers at home when camping
