Stocking up your new camper!

[dan1551]

With all the new campers appearing on the forum, I figured maybe we needed a general place to ask questions. might come in handy for some of the newer camper owners Maybe some of the others can chime in with their mistakes or anything you can add. It should help and we can have it all in the same place instead of looking everywhere...

[dan1551]

If you buy plastic tubs for storage...the kind with the flip tops are the handiest..not always easy to find but worth the wait...My wife has them labeled on top with a sharpy ! like.... sleep, fire, coffee, cook, setup, lights Then you dont have to dig throught them so much


Buy some extra tent stakes
neon colored rope for guy rope
LED lights
electric and gas heater
lug wrench
small blocks 4 by4 by1 helps.... when muddy or not level
2way RV level for the tongue
MOTOCAMPER.com sticker for the back


OK anybody else?????

[trapperdick]

I'm still waiting for mine, it was expected to be shipped this past week but I haven't heard anything.......No big rush, we're buried in snow, but I can't wait to get it. I guess then I'll start thinking about how to outfit it.........come on spring..........I had a truck camper before this one so I have some idea what I want and need........td

[moodygne]

I know I will take things I would not need,but if I don't use them with a few trips I will take them out, and replace them with things I still would not use. With the new trailer I can have that luxury. I just hope I don't forget anything I will need. Like my( big blue bucket), you know what that is for.

[Festus]

Good idea Dan. I have pulled the cargo trailer for years and tent camped. Have a pretty good feel for what is needed and what is just extra baggage. This Aspen tent camper will be some different in packing. Already have learned alot from reading on this forum but always want to know more. Thanks

[GMiller64]

Good idea. Subscribed!

[SidecarMike]

The things I like most are the ability to bring a real cookstove and a couple decent sized pans. I usually use the small stuff, but sometimes it's nice to whip up enough stew for the group.
One of the first things I did with my Bunkhouse, was to get four 3/4" pvc elbows and cut four pieces of tube to frame the floor of the dressing area. It helps to keep it's shape and I usually don't need to use stakes then. I also wired an outlet similar to this;
http://www.dyersonline.com/leviton-gray-3-wire-outdoor-receptacle.html to the side of the box, and a recessed outlet in one corner, under the mattress. If I am somewhere with electricity, I can run an extension cord for my Bipap or phone charger and not take a chance of tearing the tent if someone trips over the cord.
A real bath towel! A great big one. :)
The suggestions for containers with flip lids is a good one, but I would expand that to say clear ones. I have a half dozen different sized ones, and always pack the trailer the same way, so I can reach in and find the right one, even in the dark.

[SidecarMike]

I almost forgot...
a pink flamingo! It's an unwritten law, you have a camper, you have to have a flamingo.

[Okie34]

I'm still working on a good loadout, but my current loadout is like this:

15 lb. propane bottle
2 5lb propane bottles
propane distribution tree & 2 hoses
propane lantern
2 burner propane stove
propane grill (small)
milk crate with various camp & kitchen cleaning stuff
2 pots of different sizes
1 small cast iron skillet
hatchet
camp saw
aluminum camp table
big fluffly blanket
2 or 3 smaller fleece blankets
led overhead light with remote switch.
extension cord & power strip
small window a/c unit (switch to electric heater in cooler months)
100' nylon rope
stakes
coffee pot
fire starter logs (not really logs, but made from same material)
butane grill lighter & matches
2 9' telescoping tent/canopy poles
9' X 12' tarp
folding patio chair

Yes, all this fits in my Aspen Sentry storage. Barely, but it fits. Clothing, extra gear, non-perishable food items, go on my Voyager along with a small cooler on the passenger seat. I also have a larger cooler on the trailer tongue mount.

Hmmm... wonder if I can put the flamingo on the seat?

-- JD

[quadancer]

My favorite discovery: you know that blue "Shamwow" made in Germany that is supposed to be magic? Well, they do work well, but are real expensive for a piece of felt. I got 3 in a pack from the dollar store that are orange. They actually do the same as the sham but OUTLAST it 2 to 1! They really vacuum water up.
You can use them for a towel, dry tables and seats after rain, roll up wet clothes in them and squeeze and most the water comes out of the clothes. It's also a reusable replacement for paper towels; all you do is add water.

Also bring ziplock bags in different sizes. They do all kinds of stuff, and a big stuffsack for the dirty clothes. A 2mm painter's plastic (9x6) is under $2 and covers a whole Harley for the night, but don't expect it to fold back as small as when ya got it.

[SidecarMike]

I'm still working on a good loadout, but my current loadout is like this:

15 lb. propane bottle
2 5lb propane bottles
propane distribution tree & 2 hoses
propane lantern
2 burner propane stove
propane grill (small)
milk crate with various camp & kitchen cleaning stuff
2 pots of different sizes
1 small cast iron skillet
hatchet
camp saw
aluminum camp table
big fluffly blanket
2 or 3 smaller fleece blankets
led overhead light with remote switch.
extension cord & power strip
small window a/c unit (switch to electric heater in cooler months)
100' nylon rope
stakes
coffee pot
fire starter logs (not really logs, but made from same material)
butane grill lighter & matches
2 9' telescoping tent/canopy poles
9' X 12' tarp
folding patio chair

Yes, all this fits in my Aspen Sentry storage. Barely, but it fits. Clothing, extra gear, non-perishable food items, go on my Voyager along with a small cooler on the passenger seat. I also have a larger cooler on the trailer tongue mount.

Hmmm... wonder if I can put the flamingo on the seat?

-- JD
Dang JD, that is almost a perfect list of what is in mine, except I only carry a single 5 pound cylinder and a couple disposables. Those fire logs are great in a thunder storm or with wet wood. I also carry a half dozen of these wafers,
Amazon.com: Firestarter Squares, 144PK BOX FIRE STARTER: Home Improvement for starting dry wood or charcoal.

[Okie34]

Sidecarmike - I found some fireplace starters at our local hardware store. They come in a presentation box that looks like an old time TNT container and the starters are shaped like sticks of dynamite.

The refill box was about $20 as opposed to the $40 for the wood tnt box. That made the stick just under 50 cents each. I have enough for a couple of seasons! I just hope they don't sweat like dynamite!

[quadancer]

There are various ways to make them yourself with wax and sawdust or shavings if you work wood. I thought of just cutting off sections of the home fire starter logs and putting them in baggies. Don't really need fire except for aesthetic purposes. I cook on 2 little DIY alcohol stoves, one to cook and one that simmers.

[dan1551]

There are various ways to make them yourself with wax and sawdust or shavings if you work wood. I thought of just cutting off sections of the home fire starter logs and putting them in baggies. Don't really need fire except for aesthetic purposes. I cook on 2 little DIY alcohol stoves, one to cook and one that simmers.

I tried this one time when I had a fireplace, I said one time..TARGET has a box of 48 for $20

[dan1551]

George, your gonna need a livestock permit from the Interstate commerce commision If you take to much livestock.....But I guess you guys are on 2 bikes....Well... Whatever!

[finney]

You can also make firestarters with dryer lint instead of the sawdust. It really works! These small homemade firestarters work just as well or better than those bigger ones and they take up way less room.

[DILLIGAF61]

outside of trailer

1/2 gal fuel/gas for stove
cooler on tounge
10x10 canopy with sides
folding chaiir for real men

on my bed

electric blanket
sheets
pillows
fuzzy blanky

3 milk crates down the middle of my camper
no1.
3 extension cords
1 multi outlet power block
3ft.blue rope lite
40ft clear rope lite (for add a room)
1 lite with clamp
4 cup percolator fits in the middle of this stuff
also 4 cans of propane/butane fit in as well

2nd crate

backpacking stove (butane/propane)
coffee can holding single mantle Coleman lantern top (roll of tp here also)
zip lock baggies (qt and gal.)
coffee (kona o course )
burr type grinder for my kona beans (only the best for my beans)
plates / bowls
utensils
stainless steel mess kit
6inch cast iron skillet
olive oil
assorted seasonings (including salt/pepper)
assorted canned food till crate is full 9about 6 cans or so)

3rd crate food

assorted canned stuff like
canned green beans
baked beans
chili
peas
spam (I happen to like it so deal with it !!)
corned beef
dinty moore beef stew
tomato,bean,split pea soups

also in the trailer are a case plus 2 gal. jugs of water dual use water to drink and ballast to move weight forward and back for tongue weight
my clothes in a soft bag
jackets (at least 1 heavy coat)
scissor jack
2-3 1lb propane bottles
Coleman dual fuel stove (single burner)
laptop computer
cpap (get me mad and I wont plug it in !!!! )

and sometimes my 130mm reflector telescope

[Indianscout]

You can also make firestarters with dryer lint instead of the sawdust. It really works! These small homemade firestarters work just as well or better than those bigger ones and they take up way less room.


I agree with the dryer lint but the next time your around a pine tree, grab a few pine cones. They will burn in any kind of weather and are FREE.


:fire2:

[DILLIGAF61]

for fire starter heres what my mom did back in the 60's
take an empty tuna can cut a long strip of a cardboard box roll it so you see the corragation of the cardboard fit tightly into tuna can in an old pan melt somme parifin and fill tuna can thing light like a candle shove under wood and even wet wood will dry out and light up with one of these
my mom used to make a dozen of these before we went on vacation every year :fire4:

[Okie34]

Yes, I have a pretty long list, but I haven'y goone out yet where I didn't use most of what's listed. Eventually, I may pare this down a bit, but for now, it works. I mean, I have to cook, have to have light around the campsite, have to sleep (I prefer the blankets over a sleeping bag), and have to clean.

The older I get, the harder the ground gets and it's just getting darn tough to crawl out of a tent these days. I have a nice tent too, and the pad, and all the lightweight camp stoves and such. I just prefer the larger surfaces. Generally, when I'm setting up the camper, it's more a base than anything else. If I'm running from place to place to place, I suspect I will knock some of it down though.

Traveling light has it's merits though.

I've done the tuna can thing before! I had forgotten all about it! Can't say I've heard of using dryer lint though....

No birds of color? No assorted barnyard critters? Oh man! I guess I'll have to leave the yard gnome at home. :D

[Whatever]

George, your gonna need a livestock permit from the Interstate commerce commision If you take to much livestock.....But I guess you guys are on 2 bikes....Well... Whatever!

Say Dan ... What do you mean, need a livestock permit ? ........... you referring to me? ... :well ...

[Indianscout]

Say Dan... what do you mean, need a livestock permit............you referring to me! ... :well

Looks like your in the :oh1: now Dan! RUN!! :storm1:








:lol2

[dan1551]

Say Dan ... What do you mean, need a livestock permit ? ........... you referring to me? ... :well ...

WOOPS... Noway Deb, I meant with a BEAR and a flamingo , but as an afterthought You guys are on TWO bikes ,so I`m thinkin thats legal!

I went back and reread what was on that post and I need to throw myself on the mercy of the court.........I got to learn to proof read my posts Sorry if anybody took it wrong!

[dan1551]

I escaped once...... Not trying again!

[Whatever]

No offence was taken, was just giving you a hard time. I knew you did not mean anything bad...or whatever...

[moodygne]

We carry neihter pink plastic birds, nor any type of livestock when we travel ... We haul few commodities ...
After pulling verious trailers for over 30 years, we've got what I feel is a pretty good handle on this camping thing.

From what I've seen so far, it looks like we carry far less weight in our trailers than most here do ...
For instance, you could scratch off 14 items from 'okes' list and be in the ball park of what we carry,
and we still take along the luxries we enjoy having on an extended trip.
Fact is, we probably carry less weight in both our trailers combinded, than many here do in just one of theirs.

We go with the adage "If you don't use it ... Don't take it" ... Why carry it? You won't miss it.

Even after all these years of camping, we still go over our "list" at the end of each season, and take out things that were seldom used, or not used at all ...
And you know what? we've never "wished" we had brought somthing along that we didn't have.

Of course, there are those that feel they must bring things along even if they're seldom used, or worse yet, never even used the whole trip.

To those I say, bring what you wish, we're all out there to enjoy the outdoors and the camping/riding experience ...
We'll travel light ... thank you.

G wizz
or
Whatever

George all kidding aside, How about a list. You experience of taking what is needed is exactly what this thread is all about. I for one would copy it and pack accordingly. If you get time make a list, check it twice. Then post it for everyone. You even made a great cookie cake, at Hunts last year.

[Mr. Guy]

WOOPS... Noway Deb, I meant with a BEAR and a flamingo , but as an afterthought You guys are on TWO bikes ,so I`m thinkin thats legal!

I went back and reread what was on that post and I need to throw myself on the mercy of the court.........I got to learn to proof read my posts Sorry if anybody took it wrong!


Hey Dan,

I thought you just meant "Sasquatch", but he's in control of the blue bike, so I dont' think that counts as "livestock". :D :D ;)

Guy

[SidecarMike]

There are various ways to make them yourself with wax and sawdust or shavings if you work wood. I thought of just cutting off sections of the home fire starter logs and putting them in baggies. Don't really need fire except for aesthetic purposes. I cook on 2 little DIY alcohol stoves, one to cook and one that simmers.
I have made then too, but I bought a box of 144 a few years ago for $8 and still have about 100 left. 2 blocks of 12 are about the size of a reader's digest magazine and enough to last a season.
Duraflame logs are nice too. I bought a box of 6 at the end of the heating season, and threw two in the camper. If you don't need them for the fire, they make good wheel chocks. Get to the campground after a two day rain and you'll have a campfire in minutes.

[Dusty Boots]

Just carry a package of Cheesies with you. Place about 10 of them under/among the wood and set a match too them. They burn real good! :eek: :D

[Dusty Boots]

Opps ... sorry
Cheese Puffs

http://powrightbetweentheeyes.typepad.com/photos/uncategorized/2008/03/22/is_cheetos2_070905_ms.jpg

Light one up .... you'll see what I mean!

[Ironheadziggy76]

Opps ... sorry
Cheese Puffs

http://powrightbetweentheeyes.typepad.com/photos/uncategorized/2008/03/22/is_cheetos2_070905_ms.jpg

Light one up .... you'll see what I mean!

Aw crap Ken, just what I needed to know, something else I consume that's flammable! :p

[quadancer]

Which end do you light now...? :p

[Dusty Boots]

Aw crap Ken, just what I needed to know, something else I consume that's flammable! :p

Well, look at it this way ... now you'll be burning calories! P^ :D

[Ironheadziggy76]

I'll just have to stay away from "open flames"! :lol

[deadhawg]

I almost forgot...
a pink flamingo! It's an unwritten law, you have a camper, you have to have a flamingo.

Heh. I just might have to find a pink flamingo to take along. We do carry an amazing amount of stuff, including the Kitchen Sink. Since we seemed to have everything else, we went to a doll house furniture store here in Bakersfield and bought a miniature kitchen sink, complete with soap bottles and cleaners. I think I will mount it to the camper with velcro.

We are new to trailer camping, and still experimenting with packing it, but as others have said, we settled on clear plastic containers, labeled and packed with things that go together. We started with two large containers, but found it much easier to use several smaller ones. Ropes, tarps, stakes, hammer, etc. in one. Since we can barely move in the morning without coffee, another dedicated to everything needed to make and drink coffee, and so on.

[quadancer]

One of my fellow tent campers was this girl who had ridden a bicycle across the country camping. She had this collapsible sink made of canvas or plastic or something...pretty cool and lightweight. It was dark green and the water inside made it stand up.
Most my suggestions are geared toward tent camping w/o a trailer, but I guess the rules still apply.

[Dusty Boots]

Yes, that's the way I think/look at things.
Having been a backpacker and moto camper for many years, gear that is lightweight/compact is what catches my attention.

I'm wanting to get one of these collapsible, folding Kitchen Sinks (http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=253437430 2695889&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442619414), to wash my dishes in, after cooking.


http://www.seattlesportsco.com/productcart/pc/catalog/04-Pack-Sink-01-Detail.jpg


I already carry the Seattle Sports Pocket Bucket (http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=253437430 2696609&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442619646), which folds up to the size of a deck of cards, yet carries/holds 3 gallons of water. I use it for all sorts of things from hauling/holding water to wash my bike, to letting lake/stream/river water settle any particulates, so I can then filter water, if at a camp with no potable water. P^


http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31uqoLOfH9L._SS500_.jpg



Dusty

[quadancer]

That round one is what she had (in green) but it did EVERYBODY'S dishes at a 3 tent campout. Nice to have a warm soap water to dip cold hands in. Unfortunately, I had the cold rinse job.
How come us GUYS get most the wimmin's work AND the guy work on a campout? I hadda go and marry a city guhl.

[dan1551]

Cheese puffs and firestarters. Much more of this dual purpose stuff and I`ll be trying to add tongue weight.

[Dusty Boots]

Another good lightweight, compact and cheap fire starter, is cotton balls covered in Vaseline!
Make a bunch up at home and store them in a Zip Lock bag. :fire4:

Also, if I was towing a trailer, I'd haul an axe, instead of a hatchet.

Dusty

[Mr. Guy]

Guy, Are you suggesting that I may not be domesticated ??? ... :eek:

No, I wouldn't suggest that, I'm sure it's a well known FACT. :p :D :D

Guy

[Dusty Boots]

Not for chopping, just splitting and an axe is safer at splitting. I've been to quite a few campgrounds where the wood they sold could have been split up a little finer. :rolleyes:
Dunno .... could just be the Scots in me and wanting to see my hard earned Shillings go a little further, with a smaller fire. :tent5:

I carry a hatchet with me, on the bike.

Note: ...... No Live Trees were harmed with this posting! :hatw1:

[SidecarMike]

An hatchet is lighter, and an axe is bulkier.
Most campgrouds if they're worth their salt, has pre cut fire wood for your fireside enjoyment.
Besides, if you're in a campground, how many dead trees are ya going to find to chop down?

Just sayin ...
That's true. The last place I camped this year wanted $7 for four pieces of pine. I registered, then went for a ride around the neighborhood and found a farmer with a huge row of firewood. He stacked about 20 pieces on top of the camper and charged me $2. If those pieces are too big, or if you need a bit of kindling, an axe is a lot easier on the wrists and hands. It doesn't have to be a logger's model. There are some nice camp axes out there.

[bobivey]

+1 for the Flamingo, we carry 2 of these everywhere we go.

It's a movement, the "new" Alice's restaurant movement.

[GMiller64]

+1 for the Flamingo, we carry 2 of these everywhere we go.

It's a movement, the "new" Alice's restaurant movement.

Can I substitute a Parrot? Or does it HAVE to be a Flamingo?

George

[SidecarMike]

Is it pink? :D

[Dusty Boots]

I hope it isn't a 'Dead Parrot' ... wink wink, nudge nudge, know what I mean. ;)

[DILLIGAF61]

Another good lightweight, compact and cheap fire starter, is cotton balls covered in Vaseline!
Make a bunch up at home and store them in a Zip Lock bag. :fire4:

Also, if I was towing a trailer, I'd haul an axe, instead of a hatchet.

Dusty

a hatchet is about all you really want down here in the states if a federal park ranger saw you chopping wood with an axe he would ask lots of questions and you would get a ticket and fined we are not allowed to drag out fallen timber or take down a stading tree even if it is dead

[moodygne]

a hatchet is about all you really want down here in the states if a federal park ranger saw you chopping wood with an axe he would ask lots of questions and you would get a ticket and fined we are not allowed to drag out fallen timber or take down a stading tree even if it is dead

I carry an axe, I use it to shave with.

[GMiller64]

Is it pink? :D

Kinda personnal don't ya think :D

I'm going to pick this up from Amazon.com :Amazon.com: Happy Parrot Streamline Camper RV Party Garden Flag: Home & Garden

to go along with my Frozen Concoction Maker.

George

[DILLIGAF61]

I carry an axe, I use it to shave with.
WELL
gary-gene if you were 1/100 as handsome as myself you wouldn't have twisted narley coarse facial hair such as you have instead if you were ruggedly handsome like myself you would have beautiful young maidens gently shaving your beard

[moodygne]

WELL
gary-gene if you were 1/100 as handsome as myself you wouldn't have twisted narley coarse facial hair such as you have instead if you were ruggedly handsome like myself you would have beautiful young maidens gently shaving your beard

WOW, I have nothing to say about that. when you are right your right.

[Mr. Guy]

I hope it isn't a 'Dead Parrot' ... wink wink, nudge nudge, know what I mean. ;)

It's not dead, it's simply resting.

Guy

[quadancer]

Ahem...gentlemen? Are we thru stocking the campers with dead parrots and facial hair???
Anyhoo...I think I'll do a photoshoot on my kitchen tonight and start a new thread. Watch for it...

[GMiller64]

I think I'll do a photoshoot on my kitchen tonight and start a new thread. Watch for it...

That would be good, it's nice to compare and see if theres something I need and didn't think about.

George

[quadancer]

Done. Look for "Alcoholic Kitchen".

[Indianscout]

Was that "Alcoholic Kitchen", or 'Alcoholic's Kitchen'? ... :p



:lol2

[quadancer]

EX-alcoholic's alcoholic kitchen. :p

[Okie34]

http://media.threadless.com//imgs/products/1487/636x460design_01.jpg

[GMiller64]

http://media.threadless.com//imgs/products/1487/636x460design_01.jpg

That's just not right! :D

[Mr. Guy]

Not right, but now I'm going to have to find 3 gnomes and a flamingo to put in my yard. :D :D :D

Guy

[dan1551]

YOU know how those Oklahoma GUYS are!!

[DILLIGAF61]

Not right, but now I'm going to have to find 3 gnomes and a flamingo to put in my yard. :D :D :D

Guy
im headed to harbor freight in the morning they sell gnomes now to find a pink flamigo and some mini spears

[Okie34]

FLAMINGO! It's what's for Dinner!

[quadancer]

Tastes like chikkin. :chick1:

[trapperdick]

Mr. Guy needs a snow goose right about now..........:D

[Indianscout]

Tell ya what, You give him a goose... :eek: ... And I'll give him the snow ...P^

G wizz



Oh, brother........:rolleyes:

[dan1551]

I just did a quick review of the last several posts on here......every body slowly put down your keyboard and walk... slowly... to your bike and start itlet itwarm up and ride it around the block once!:dizzy1::run1:

[quadancer]

Put snow tires on it then...:D

[Indianscout]

I just did a quick review of the last several posts on here......every body slowly put down your keyboard and walk... slowly... to your bike and start itlet itwarm up and ride it around the block once!:dizzy1::run1:


By the time I shovel a path around the block I'll be too tired to ride.......

[trapperdick]

I just did a quick review of the last several posts on here......every body slowly put down your keyboard and walk... slowly... to your bike and start itlet itwarm up and ride it around the block once!

I did that yesterday, Dan,,,,,,,It didn't help...:mad:

[Scott in PA]

I'm still working on a good loadout, but my current loadout is like this:

15 lb. propane bottle
2 5lb propane bottles
...

Nobody asked?
I can't believe nobody asked.
Why didn't anybody ask?

How long does all that propane last?

Last year I was told my idea of carrying a single 5Lb. tank was excessive. (I disagree but it did last the whole season.)

Do you actually use that much propane on one trip and if so, what are you using it for?

[quadancer]

The little hiker's can I was only getting about 2 days on. I think that's the 2 lb.

I can get more cooking from one pill bottle of denatured alcohol in my soda can stoves at about a buck a trip. So I quit the bulk of propane.

[SidecarMike]

Nobody asked?
I can't believe nobody asked.
Why didn't anybody ask?

How long does all that propane last?

Last year I was told my idea of carrying a single 5Lb. tank was excessive. (I disagree but it did last the whole season.)

Do you actually use that much propane on one trip and if so, what are you using it for?
I normally go an entire camping season on a 5 pound can. Another advantage is that if you are in doubt, you can stop anywhere that fills them and get it topped off, paying only for what you need. Most camper dealers, U-haul rental depots, and grain elevators fill tanks.

The only disadvantage I have found is that it's harder to carry that lantern up to the beer wagon or the outhouse if it's tethered to your stove and bottle. :)

[quadancer]

Ooopth, my bad...the little tanks we use I see are 8.9oz. each - almost one per campnight.
The alcohol is WAAAAAY cheaper than these little buggers. Also kinda fun. :torch1:

[Bipeflier]

OK. Back on task here!!!

Bubble level, magnetic to stick on tongue
wood leveling blocks
2 sleeping bags and pillows
tent stakes, 8
rope
hatchet
hot dog roasters
Coleman 1 burner stove and fuel
small folding stool
2 bag chairs
Bass Pro folding aluminum "kitchen" (set up inside to hold gear)
carpet for inside dressing area and outside door
extension cord
LED trouble light
cooler on tongue
Camp cooking set
elec. heater
battery powered fan
emergency weather radio
bungie cords (just in case)
duct tape (same thing)
collapsable water jug
dish soap
clothes and toiletries to suit the trip
Easy Up (sometimes)
2 LED flashlights
Fire starter stick or matches

[quadancer]

Wow man. I think you forgot the hot tub.

[dan1551]

OK. Back on task here!!!

Bubble level, magnetic to stick on tongue
wood leveling blocks
2 sleeping bags and pillows
tent stakes, 8
rope
hatchet
hot dog roasters
Coleman 1 burner stove and fuel
small folding stool
2 bag chairs
Bass Pro folding aluminum "kitchen" (set up inside to hold gear)
carpet for inside dressing area and outside door
extension cord
LED trouble light
cooler on tongue
Camp cooking set
elec. heater
battery powered fan
emergency weather radio
bungie cords (just in case)
duct tape (same thing)
collapsable water jug
dish soap
clothes and toiletries to suit the trip
Easy Up (sometimes)
2 LED flashlights
Fire starter stick or matches

Pretty close to what we carry but we have an led lantern and a flourescent drop light and soon to be added a small propane heater as soon as I find one on sale! No camp kitchen but a couple little folding tables.Other than that we pretty much carry the same stuff

Soon to add two new tire tubes !

[Jeff in Ferndale WA]

here's my checklist
book
camera
Camp Stove
cell phone charger
cell phones
clothes
coffee
CPAP
ice chest
ice
food
hatchet
kitchen utensils
lantern Coleman
lantern LED
lawn chairs
lighter
paper for lighting fire
paper towels
pillow
pots & pans
power supply
Propane
quarters
rechargable flashlight
rice
shaving kit with meds
shelter
sleeping bag
tent heater
toilet paper
water jug