Spring is right around the corner. It’s time to start getting outside more, experience some natural wonders and create some unforgettable memories.

The only issue is… where do you put all of the supplies you’ll need to do so?

In this article, we’ll share why self storage is a brilliant solution for making space for your outdoor gear and camping essentials, some tips and tricks for storing these supplies, and how Apex Self Storage can help you keep everything safe and secure.

Outdoor adventures

Outdoor enthusiasts know all too well that braving the great outdoors requires an awful lot of equipment just to keep you safe, warm, and dry.

Padded sleeping bags, tents, waterproof hiking boots and sturdy rope are just some of the supplies you might need for your expeditions.

Additionally, camping gear and other equipment for outdoor adventures can be bulky, and storing it can mean taking up valuable space in your home, your garage or your shed.

Self storage for outdoor enthusiasts

Need more space for your outdoor gear? Self storage is the perfect solution.

With Apex Self Storage, all of your equipment for camping, kayaking, hiking, climbing and more can be organised in a protected, safe and clean environment.
Our units are fully insured, giving you peace of mind that everything you store will be safeguarded, no matter what. What’s more, our units are also equipped with advanced security measures, such as 24-hour CCTV, 24/7 monitored fire and intruder alarms, and access control systems.

Benefits of storage for outdoor enthusiasts

Self storage is an invaluable tool to support you in all of your adventures. Below, we have detailed some benefits of using self storage units for outdoor enthusiasts.

Secure solutions

Outdoor gear can be extortionately expensive, especially if you choose the best of the best to have a better chance of keeping you warm and dry. Therefore, using a secure location to store these goods is essential. That’s where self storage units come in handy.

Space saver

Free up the spaces in your home for their original purpose! Finally, you can claim back your utility room for laundry supplies, instead of your outdoor equipment.

Protection against the outdoors

Keeping your expensive equipment in your shed, for example, can unnecessarily expose them to the elements. Protect your supplies from the damp and the cold with Apex Self Storage.

Seasonal storage

Participating in outdoor activities tends to be dependent on the ever-unreliable British weather. Camping in the rain or biting cold of winter, for example, is the thing of nightmares for many people!

Self storage units give you the freedom to keep everything tucked away until the perfect summer bank holiday arrives for you to truly enjoy your connection to nature.

Tips and tricks

So, self storage is a great answer for your outdoor equipment storage concerns. But how should you store these potentially expensive, bulky belongings?
Here, we’ve curated a few tips and tricks to bear in mind when you move your possessions into your storage unit:

Designated storage

Of course, it’s completely up to you how you choose to store your belongings. However, we do have some ideas for how you can organise your belongings to ensure ease of access and protection.

Perhaps you’d like to organise your possessions by category, such as keeping all of your tent and corresponding accessories in the same area, or all of your sleeping equipment in one box. Or maybe the method that makes the most sense to you is arranging your supplies according to the activity you’ll need them for.

At the end of the day, you should choose whatever works for you! Make sure that you come up with a system that fits your needs.

Label everything

We’ve said it once, we’ll say it again: label everything in your self storage unit!

This is one of our best tips for storing anything and everything in self storage, as it’s the most important for making sure you can find what you’re looking for faster and more easily. For storing camping equipment especially, and what seems like a million and one components, this can be a lifesaver!

Store equipment safely

As is the case with outdoor equipment, much of it can be very heavy. Storing these supplies with a lack of organisation can result in larger items crushing smaller items, causing damage to potentially expensive equipment, which can be avoided.
Dodge these risks with shelves and by storing bulkier items at the base.

Explore opportunities with Apex Self Storage

Struggling to know how much space you’ll need for all your belongings? Try our online storage calculator now for a guide and a free instant quote.
Contact us to discover more information about our self storage solutions and how you can get started today.