| A free resource from Changin' Gears This checklist contains common items needed for RV camping getaways. Camping to us implies spending time in nature, where the main goal is to relax and unwind. RV camping is practiced in recreational vehicles of all types and sizes. However, we feel that this checklist is most applicable to the smaller units intended for shorter trips. Long-term RVers, such as fulltimers and snowbirds, have everything with them in the RV and most likely have no need for a camping checklist. Tip: We have generalized this list to make it applicable to the typical camper. You may want to add extra details so that nothing is forgotten. For example, in place of "Prescription and other medicines", you may want to list each medicine by name. Days Before Departure Itinerary given to family or friends Weather reports checked for destination Emergency contact information in each person's wallet Cash, traveler's checks, credit cards General Camping Items Cellular phone with extra battery or charger Map, compass, and GPS Weather radio Walkie-talkies Whistle for each person, for signaling in case of emergency Prescription and other medicines First aid kit Sunscreen Rope for emergencies, strong enough to hold a person Folding chairs Sunglasses Folding knife and seethe Binoculars Backpack, daypack or fanny pack Camera and film or memory cards Camera accessories: extra batteries, tripod, weatherproof case, etc. Flashlights and extra batteries (or better yet, hand cranked flashlights) Lantern Fuel for lantern (propane, extra batteries) Bug spray and other repellant products Alarm clock and battery Bedding (pillows, blankets, sheets) Sleeping bags Electric fan (for hot weather) Electric extension cord Savin dust (for killing bugs around RV and campsite) Fire wood Fire wood cutting tools, where permitted (saw, axe) Writing paper and pencil Basic tools (hammer, screw driver set, wrench set, etc.) Clothing Warm weather clothes Cold weather clothes Underclothes Sleepwear Caps or hats Gloves Rain gear Shoes and socks Hiking boots and thick socks Personal Hygiene Items Toothbrush and toothpaste Soap Washcloth Towel Antiperspirant Shaving kit Hair care products (comb, brush, hair dryer, etc.) Toilet paper Prescription glasses, sunglasses, contact lenses Dirty laundry bag Foot powder Small mirror Kitchen and Food Preparation Detailed meal plan Groceries (see meal plan for shopping list) Seasoning and spices (salt, pepper, Lawry's, steak sauce, etc.) Condiments (mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, etc.) Drinking water and containers Water filter or treatment chemicals Utensils, cups, dishes Can opener Pots and skillet Oven mitts and hot pads Airtight food containers (to keep away animals) Ice chest and ice Camping stove or burner Fuel for camping stove Grill Fuel for grill (propane, butane, or charcoal) Lighter fluid for charcoal Lighter or waterproof matches Ziploc bags Aluminum foil Dishwashing items (basin, soap, sponge, drying rag) Trash bags On the Water Sunscreen Watercraft (boat, jet ski, canoe, inflatable raft, etc.) Air pump for inflating rafts and toys Oars Life jackets Swimming clothes Snorkel gear (goggles, fins/flippers) Water shoes Waterproof camera Water toys Fishing Fishing gear with tackle Fishing license Fish bucket or stringer Bait bucket Waders Fish cleaning and preparing implements (cutting board, filet knife, etc.) Camping with Pets Food Water Treats Food and water bowl Pet toys Kennel Leash and harness Plastic bags for picking up after dog Clothing and blanket in cold weather |
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