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RV Camping Checklist

By Brian / Oct 21, 2020 / 579 tasks

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RV Camping Checklist

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RV Camping Checklist

Days Before Departure

Reservation confirmations
Give a key to the neighbors
The trailer keys
Weather reports checked for destination
Emergency contact information in each person's wallet
Itinerary given to family or friends
The meal plan
This list

Used-Vehicle Evaluation

Carfax (or similar accident-history service)
Brakes
Tires
Interior condition (upholstery, headliner, doors, etc.)
Transmission
Air-conditioning system
Chocks and suspension components
Cooling-system condition
Battery condition
Engine condition
Fuel Sensitivity

Pre-Departure Checklist

Remove all trash from campsite
Empty and stow trashcans
Disconnect campground CATV/phone lines
Disconnect/stow shorepower cord
Awning secured
Cabinets closed and locked
Furnace and A/C off
Water heater off
Water pump off
Shut off gas pilot lights on stove/oven
All lights and fans off
Drain/fill hoses stowed, caps on
Dump and reset black and grey tanks
Lower TV antenna/satellite dish
Retract slides and install braces
Secure all loose items
Secure all windows and ceiling vents
Ensure inside weight is evenly distributed
Hitch locked and secured
Jacks up and locked
Pull off levelers and stow levelers
Retract entry step(s)
Buckle safety restraints
Chocks removed and stowed
Check roof rack or storage pod
Check lights/turn signals, tires and engine oil
Vehicle lights and brakes checked
Parking brake disengaged
Water bottle for truck
Wheels torqued

Kitchen Supplies: Eating & Serving

Eating utensils
Plates and bowls
Cups
Mugs
Coffee mugs
Wine glasses
Paper plates
Paper bowls
Napkins and paper towels
Ice cube trays

Kitchen Supplies: Pots & Pans

Cooking pots/pans
Dutch oven with lid
Skillet with lid
Tea kettle
Grill
Baking dish
Cookie sheet

Kitchen Supplies: Cleaning

Dish soap & cleaning products
Sponges
Rags
Towels
Trash bags
Drying rack
Table cloth
Tea towels
Cleaning cloths
Broom
Dust pan
Whisk broom
Mop
Bucket
Glass cleaner
Soft scrub
Tablecloth holders
Disinfecting wipes

Kitchen Supplies: Storage

Mixing bowls
Measuring cups/spoons
Bottle
Can
Zip lock bags
Tupperware
Baggies
Thermos
Butter container
Dishpan
Aluminum foil
Plastic wrap

Kitchen Supplies: Kitchen Appliances

Blender
Food chopper/processor
Water filter
Colander
Cooler
Toaster
Egg cooker
Electric coffee pot and filters
Coffee filters

Kitchen Supplies: Food Prep

Wine openers
Cutting board
Bag clips
Lighter/matches
Campfire fork
Oven mitts
Knife sharpening stone
Steamer insert
Egg plastic carrier
Chopsticks
Drinking water hose
Peeler
Thermometer
Pot holder or pot grabber
Metal flipper
Garlic press
Potato masher
Fly swatter
Ladle
Tongs
Serving spoons
Wooden stirring spoon
Ice cream scoop
Corkscrew
Potholder
Propane or fuel

Kitchen Supplies: Knives

Knives: food prep and steak
Large bread knife
Spatula
Scissors

Non-perishable Food

Canned goods
Breakfast bars
Cereal
Instant cook foods (like mashed potatoes)
Beef jerky
Oatmeal
Crackers
Nuts
Marshmallows
Drink mixes
Tea
Coffee

Food: Food staples

Vegetables and fruits
Grill meats, like hot dogs, burgers, brats, etc.
Batter mixes
Eggs
Freeze dried meals
Bread
Chocolate
Soups
Pasta
Drinking water
Beverage koozies
snacks

Food: Condiments

Baking soda
Salt
Pepper
Herbs
Spices
Peanut butter and jelly
Oil
Cooking spray
Butter or margarine
Mayo
Ketchup
Mustard
Relish
Pasta sauce
Sugar or substitute
Honey
Maple syrup

Bed & Bath: Packing List for RV Bed

Bed comforter
Sleeping bags
Blankets
Sheets
Pillows and pillow cases
Sleeping bag liners

Bed & Bath: Bathroom

Soap: hand, shower
Washcloths and/or shower puffs
Towels: bath, hand, and beach
Shampoo, conditioner, and hair styling products
Shower-house bag
Shower-house flip-flops

Bed & Bath: Toiletries

Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Floss
Mouthwash
Paper cups
RV-friendly toilet paper
Facial tissue
Baby Wipes
Feminine napkins/supplies
Brush
Comb
Hair ties
Blow dryer
Hand lotion and soap
Small mirror
Skin care: lotion, powder, night cream, etc.
Toiletry kit: lip balm, deodorant, nail clippers, files, tweezers, razor, etc.
Razor
Shaving gel
Antiperspirant
Foot powder
RV Holding Tank Chemicals
Sewer kit
Toilet chemicals

Bed & Bath: Etc.

Sleep aids: earplugs, eye-mask, lavender essential oil, etc.
Laundry: detergent, wash bag, roll of quarters
Water pressure regulator
Clothesline with clips
Clothes hangers
Cots

First Aid

Packing List for RV Living

Device chargers & devices (computer, tablets, phones, etc.)
Surge protector
Electrical adapters
Batteries
Small electric or battery powered fan
USB adapter for cigarette lighter
Cameras
Camera accessories: extra batteries, tripod, weatherproof case, etc.
Charger for camera
Memory cards
Office supplies: clips, paper, pens, permanent marker, scissors, tape, etc.
Paper clips
Rubber bands
Plastic wire ties
Bailing wire
Alarm clock
Whistle
CB radios
Battery radio
Weather radio
Mouse traps
Wasp traps
Mosquito coils
Heating pad
Fitness equipment: resistance bands, yoga mat, etc.
Water bottles and/or backpack hydration system
Sunscreen
Rain gear: jackets, umbrella, etc.

Packing List for RV Recreation Supplies

Laptop
Headphones
Books
Audiobooks
Magazines
Movies
Guitar
Binoculars
Magnifying glass
Butterfly net
Bug collection boxes
Field guides (flora, fauna, etc.,)
Star chart/night-sky identifier
Cards
Crosswords
Puzzles
Bungee cords
Lawn games
Cornhole
Horseshoes
Hula-hoops
Frisbee
Football
Basketball
Baseball
Bike stuff: bikes, locks, helmets, kits, etc.

Clothing & Footwear: Tops

Jackets
Sweaters
Rain Suit
Shirts
Down vest
Coat
Sweat shirt
Short and long sleeve t-shirts
Wind breaker
Base Layers
Fleeces
Lightweight down jacket
SPF clothing

Clothing & Footwear: Bottoms

Jeans
Hiking pants
Fleece pants
Rain pants
Shorts

Clothing & Footwear: Footwear

Boots
Camp shoes
Slippers
Sport Specific shoes: water, running, hiking, cycling

Clothing & Footwear: Etc.

Underwear
Pajamas
Sunglasses
Hats
Visors
Backpack
Daypack
Fanny pack
Swimming suit
Gloves
Gaiters
Bandanas
Socks
Hiking socks (synthetic or wool)

Personal Items

ID
Passport
Insurance card
Driver’s license
Campsite confirmation
Keys
Credit cards
Cellular phone
Phone chargers
Phone cards
Cash and checkbook
Travelers checks
Reading glasses
Contact lenses and solution
Watch
Notepad or journal

Tools

Portable Lights: Flashlight, Headlamps, Lantern, (or better yet, hand cranked flashlights)
Headlamps
Walkie Talkies
Pocket knife
J-B Weld
Elmer’s Glue
Safety glasses
Rubber gloves
Sewer hose with hookup fittings
Vacuum – Dustbuster/small ShopVac
Hatchet
Axe
Chainsaw
Army foxhole shovel
Old toothbrush
Sewing kit
Ten repair kit
Repair kit for air mattress
Eyeglass repair kit

RV Maintenance & Safety Checklist

Camping

Campground directories
Tent
Large tent pegs
Camp chairs
Portable table
Picnic/beach blanket
Outdoor rug
Frisbee
Sleeping Pad
Air Mattress
Rope
Tarps
Cooler
Multiple outlet electric cord
Rolling sewage tank
Portable fridge
Water hose and nozzle
Water jugs and 12 volt transfer pump
Solar shower
Gas lantern & mantles
Gas Stove w/bottle
B-B-Q Grill
Charcoal and lighter
Skewers/grill forks
Small propane tank

On the Water

Water gear: swimsuits, wetsuits, etc.
Life jackets
Flotation devices
Snorkel gear (goggles, fins/flippers)
Watercraft (boat, jet ski, canoe, inflatable raft, etc.)
Paddles
Water shoes
Dry bag
Pump for inflatable toys
Waterproof camera
Water toys
Pails, shovels, toy trucks

Fishing

Fishing gear with tackles
Fish bucket or stringer
Fishing license
Waders
Minnow bucket
Fish cleaning and preparing implements (cutting board, filet knife, etc.)

Camping with Pets

Food
Water
Treats
Food and water bowl
Leash and harness
Plastic bags for picking up
Clothing and blanket in cold weather
Familiar blanket or bed from home
Extra collar
Tags
Pet first aid kit
Motion sickness remedy
Favorite toy from home
Copy of health/vaccination papers
Disinfectant spray

Camping with Pets: For the Dog

Rawhide or chew bone
Puppy pads
Dog PFD
Dog pack
Booties
Nail clippers or grinder

Camping with Pets: For the Cat

Litter Box with Lid
Cat Pine Litter
Cat Waterless Bathfoam – this one smells kind of like cinnamon
Furminator
Harnesses
U-Pet Carriers

Camping with Kids

Portable crib
Cots
Child-sized or small adult sleeping pad
Child-sized sleeping bag
Kid-sized day pack
Child’s reusable water bottle
Front-loading baby carrier
Baby backpack carrier
Portable potty or potty seat
Portable high chair
Child-sized folding camp chair
Battery-powered night-light
Baby moniter
Child-sized binoculars
Baby Wipes
Diaper rash cream for babies
snacks

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