The weather has finally turned and you are ready to head out on your first trip of the year. You’ve started packing and feel like you are taking half your house. But do you have the items you will REALLY need? With an RV, you need more than you would tent camping. Here is a handy checklist, broken down by category, that will make sure you have your bug spray and your dish washing soap.
Kitchen Supplies
Essentials:
- Can Opener
- Coffee Pot/Keurig
- Pots/Pans
- Cookie Sheet
- Forks, Knives, Spoons (Including sharp knives and serving spoons)
- Measuring cups
- Handheld Mixer
- Pot Holders
- Plates/Bowls
- Cutting Board
- Corkscrew
- Ice Cream Scoop
- Tongs
- Bottle Opener
- Toaster
Handy Extras:
- Baking Soda
- Storage Containers
- Chip Clips
- Cleaning Cloths/Cleaner
- Broom/Dust Pan
- Bucket
- Table Cloth with Clips
- Paper Products (towels, napkins, plates)
- Aluminum Foil
- Zip lock bags
- Trash bags
- Matches
- Salt/Pepper/Cooking Spices
Bed & Bath Supplies
Bath:
- Toothbrush/Toothpaste
- Soap (Hand & Body)/Lotion
- Towels (Bath & Beach)
- RV Holding Tank Chemicals
- Deodorant
- Wash Cloths
- Lip balm/Sunscreen
- Shampoo/Conditioner
- Mouthwash/Dental Floss
- Toiletry Kit
- Contact Solution/Glasses/Sunglasses
- Nail Clippers
- Over The Counter Medications (Allergy Meds, Asprin, etc.)
- Prescriptions
- ***First Aid Kit
Bed:
- Sleeping Bags
- Pillows/Pillow Cases
- Bed Sheets/Blanket/Comforter
- Comfortable PJs (Warm & Cool Options)
- Alarm Clock
Clothing
Outerwear:
- Jacket (Rain & Warm)
- Hat
- Coat
- Vest (Fishing and Other)
- Gloves
- Boots (Rain & Hiking)
- Tennis Shoes
Everyday Wear:
- Shorts/Pants/Jeans
- T-Shirts/Shirts
- Underwear
- Socks
- Swim Suit
- Sweatshirt/Sweater
Other Essentials
- Folding Table & Chairs
- Comfy Lawn/Camp Chairs
- Cooler/Thermos
- Fishing Equipment
- Laundry Supplies (Including Bag For Dirty Items)
- Gas Lanterns & Stove
- Extra Electrical Cords
- Outdoor Rope/Bungee Cords
- Axe/Hatchet
- Grill
- Tarp
- Fire Extinguisher
- Extra Bulbs/Fuses
Keeping It Real
Fun Stuff:
- Games/Cards
- Books/Kindle
- Magazines/Puzzle Books
- Horseshoes/Baseball Gloves & Ball/Blow Up Water Toys
- Pens/Pencils/Crayons
- Camera
Practical:
- Maps
- Compass
- Umbrellas
- CB Radio
- Batteries (All Sizes)
- Watch
- GPS
- Sewing Kit
- Pocket Knife
- BUG SPRAY
In Your Tool Box
- WD-40
- Emergency warning light (trouble light)
- Hammer
- Jumper cables
- Leatherman Multi-tool
- Pliers
- Screwdrivers
- Socket set
- Crowbar
- Tape (Teflon/Duct/Electrical)
- Tire Supplies: Inflate/Patch Kit/Pressure Gage/Pump
- Vice Grip Pliers
- Wrenches
- Spare parts as desired
- Wheel lug wrench
- Vehicle/trailer jack
- Diagonal Pliers – Dikes
- Small measuring tape
- Allen wrench /hex key sets
- Hammers standard & ball peen
- Small electric drill & bits
- Volt ohm meter
- DC test light
- Hose clamps selection 1/2 in. to 3 in.
- Grease
- Vehicle Fluids – Washer, Oil, Transmission Fluid, Brake Fluid
After all that work packing, hit the road and enjoy yourself. You are ready for whatever this vacation throws your way! If you are thinking packing a new RV might be on your “to do” list this summer, contact us at Hitch RV. We can help you find the camper that you can’t wait to pack up. Bring on the summer!
