Are you new to the RV life? This exciting new adventure is only the beginning to your worldly travels. Being a part of the RV family is bigger than just the area you live in. When you purchase your first RV, you can begin to explore the wonderful world of traveling. Now it is just you and the open road! Start to plan your trip to the capital building or to see the wildlife at Yellowstone! There is so much to see and now you have the opportunity to see it.
As you start to learn the ins and outs and dos and don’ts of RVing, there are tips and tricks that you can use to make the entire process a little bit easier. You can learn different ways to set up and tear down the site, easy tricks to conserve space, and some ideas on what things to pack. You may think you know what RV life will be like, but you have no idea! The best is truly yet to come. Take note of some of these tips!
Things to pack on your camping trip
Stick to the basics but add a few things. The biggest thing to remember is pack extra of certain items, and not too many of unnecessary things. For example, bring extra trash bags, towels, and layers of clothing. Do not pack clothing you know you won’t wear, extra makeup you know you won’t put on, and other items that you don’t plan to use more than once.
Some other specific items you should purchase and pack are:
-Collapsible trash cans and laundry baskets. These can be stored pretty much anywhere and can be used in several areas of the RV.
-Always pack extra clothes pins. You can attach magnets to the back and you can use them to hang things up around the RV.
-Bungee straps. These can be used to keep cabinets and doors closed when you are driving. You can also use these to wrap things up and keep them secure.
-Cooking equipment. Just because you are on the road doesn’t mean you can’t have good meals! Aluminum foil (for campfire meals), a few pots and pans, silverware and plates for your guests.
Ways to protect your items when camping
One thing you may notice (if you don’t prepare properly) is some banging and potentially breaking of things in your RV as you drive! That is why it is so important to pack the right way, so your stuff is safe whether you are driving or staying put. Here are some tips you can use to pack all your belongings with extra care!
-Put koozies over your wine glasses, or any special glasses that you use. This is the cheapest and easiest way to protect your pricey items.
-Get some non-stick pads and put them in your cabinets so the dishes don’t move around. You can also place towels in between the dishes so there is no banging.
-Mount your electric cords so they do not get tangled and you don’t have to worry about losing electricity.
-Also be prepared to protect the exterior of your RV when necessary. Have with you a jack, spare tire and anything you need to get you back on the road as quickly as possible.
Camp Cooking 101
Don’t just stick to smores and hot dogs when you are planning a camping trip! There are literally hundreds of amazing meals that you can make over a campfire or something quick in the RV. The trick: Plan your meals ahead of time. Make sure that your fridge or coolers are stocked with what you need. You may not be able to prepare for the weather or what your days look like, but planning your meals is something you can do ahead of time, get everyone’s input and make sure that you have what you need when the time comes. This is something people tend to overlook and try to figure out when they are there, but this will save you tons of time and stress during your trip.
Check out this link for some amazing campfire recipes that your whole family will love!
Hopefully you are more prepared and ready to hit the road! Start getting excited and get rid of any unwanted stress about your new RV lifestyle! There is so much to look forward to in the upcoming years. Just think of the places you will get to see and memories you will make with people you love most. Welcome to the wonderful world of RVing!
