One of the biggest challenges when it comes to using a cooler is preventing the ice from melting quickly, which can make your food soggy (not to mention unsafe) and your drinks hot. And what’s worse than warm beer? Luckily, all you need are a couple of household items and some genius packing hacks to prolong your cooling capacity.

9 Tips for Keeping Your Ice From Melting in a Cooler

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