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It's never too early in your planning to begin thinking about the essentials to make your Camping or RVing adventure the best it can be. These handy checklists are just a start for getting you on the road to a great outdoor adventure the whole gang will enjoy!
Food Preparation
- Storage containers, aluminum foil, napkins, plastic zip lock bags
- Cutting board, knife and knife sharpener
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes and silverware (consider using heavy plastic ones and dispose after a couple of outings)
- Kitchen linen (napkins, pot holders, tablecloth, towels)
- Coffee pot/tea kettle and filters, tea and coffee
- Cleaning items (soap, sponge, paper towels, kitchen brushes and cleaners)
- Paper/plastic bags for trash collection
- Several gallons of bottled water or good water filter
Outdoor Relaxation
- Lanterns and fuel for outdoor lighting
- Outdoor furniture (stools, folding chairs, stackable chairs, etc.)
- Outdoor sleeping gear, if desired (air mattress, ground cloth or moisture barrier, sleeping bags)
- Battery powered radio (with weather bands is an excellent choice)
Campsite Maintenance
- Spare batteries (9V, 6V lantern, D, C, AA, AAA)
- Tool set (screw driver, etc.)
- Ropes, tarps, bungee straps, tape (electrical, duct, etc.) + other items necessary to secure gear
- Small shovel, ax, level and small pails
- Wood blocks and levelers to assist in leveling your recreational vehicle
- Broom, mop and dust pan
- An ample supply of toilet paper, toilet chemicals and tissue
Frequently Forgotten Items - Don’t Forget...
- Prescription glasses/sunglasses (and prescription in case they are lost)
- Camera/film/video recorder/ extra digital image storage
- Stationery and stamps
- Address Book/ Phone List
- Cell phone, charger, instructions, accessories
- Quarters/Dimes/Nickels
- Power inverter
- Battery jumper cables/flares/flashlight
- Emergency items: First aid kit, heating pad, ice bag
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