"During the days or weeks spent in a camper or tent at a campsite, you usually have to confine yourself to a limited space," says Michaela Schenk, managing director of the clothes hanger manufacturer MAWA GmbH. "However, some everyday tasks still need to be completed, such as shopping, cooking, washing, and hanging laundry. Therefore, good planning and coordination are essential." Michaela Schenk, herself an avid hiker, offers tips on how to use lightweight camping accessories such as metal clips, clips, and lightweight hangers as practical support in everyday camping life.

When traveling, it's easy to overpack. Especially when it comes to clothing, it's okay to leave a few sweaters or pairs of pants at home. After all, clothes can be washed by hand or in washing machines at campsites. Even when it comes to basics, you should only bring the bare essentials. Bed linens and towels can be washed and dried on the go, eliminating the need for multiple sets.

"There's often no room for larger items like clothes racks," explains Schenk. "But that's not a problem, because there are alternatives. Hanging a line and airing blankets or jackets there, and letting clothes dry after washing, is one option." She adds: "If travelers hang their clothes neatly on hangers, they can wear wrinkle- and crease-free clothing while on the go. The weight of the moisture and natural air circulation cause the laundry to unhook and smooth itself out. Our space- and weight-saving lightweight ironing models, the Economic and Silhouette, also fit into the small closets of caravans and mobile homes."

Metal clips with hooks are even more space-saving and can even be carried in a backpack. They allow vacationers to easily dry hand and bath towels or hang up anything that shouldn't be left lying on the ground. They can be attached anywhere, even in a small tent. The clips hold shoes, hats, and other camping accessories out of the way. They're a convenient way to hang trash bags and protect them from animals. In a camper or tent, the metal clips also allow you to hang dishcloths and hand towels, reading lamps, and attach your camping permit to the windshield. They're also indispensable in campsite restrooms – towels and toiletry bags can be easily attached to the shower wall, keeping everything dry and clean. "When hiking, vacationers can also use the clips to hang spare shoes or clothes that need to dry on their backpacks. The possible uses are virtually endless," reports Schenk, concluding: "Simple but practical polyclips are also ideal for camping trips. They can also be used to quickly hang and secure many travel items. They also provide an airtight seal for food packaging."