Here an essentials list put together by docque. It's in word format and can be edited to meet your needs. File is attached
General Essentials to Pack in an RV
• Electrical hookup cords and extension cords
• Sewer hose
• Auxiliary cable for TV connection
• Mobile hotspot for reliable WiFi or other signal boost equipment
• Emergency kit, just in case — better safe than sorry. This might include simple tools to help on the roadside should you suddenly get a flat tire, but also road flares, warning triangles, and first aid supplies.
• Tool Kit — Even if you don’t consider yourself especially handy, having a few basic tools on board might help you fix small things in a pinch. A pocketknife, hammer, wrench, and pair of screwdrivers are a good starting point. Duct tape and WD-40 may come in handy as well.
• RVMinders are a simple, affordable slap-bracelet-style accessory that will keep you from ever driving off without pulling up the leveling blocks or sewer hose again. Talk about a life saver!
RV Living Essentials
• Clothing for every weather condition (bathing suits, shirts/tanks, sweatshirts, cargos, raincoat etc.)
• Running/ hiking shoes, sandals
• Bedding including sheets, covers, pillows, and blankets. Sleeping bags can also be beneficial to bring.
• Window coverings if your rig doesn’t come with them
• DVDs, books, or other indoor entertainment items
• Personal electronics, like laptops and cell phones, cameras, and their chargers
• Cleaning supplies including sponges, trash bags, hand vacuum, wet mop, etc
• Space heater or fan
RV Kitchen Essentials
• Dishes
• Cups
• Silverware
• Bottle opener/ Corkscrew
• Can opener
• Cooking utensils and vessels — large spoons, pots, roasting pans, cookie sheets, metal skewers for the campfire (this will depend on what you’re planning to prepare; here are some easy RV-friendly recipes)
• Cutting board and knives
• Dish Towels
• Paper towels and napkins
• Coffee mugs and coffee
• Reusable water bottles
• Extra drinking water — even if you’re going to be camping in a site with full hookups, it’s never a bad idea to have extra potable water on board
• Other food items, although it can be beneficial to wait until you get to your destination to go shopping. We recommend bringing some non-perishables such as cereal, canned goods, breakfast bars, beef jerky, nuts, and instant cook foods (mashed potatoes, oatmeal, etc)
RV Bathroom Essentials
• Toiletries — (Hair brush/ ties, toothpaste/ toothbrush, shampoo/ conditioner, body wash, lotion, razor)
• Prescription and preventative medications; Prescriptions should be taken in tow vehicle in case of trailer accident
• facial tissues
• Bath and hand towels/ wash cloths
• RV-friendly toilet paper — Regular toilet paper can easily gum up your RV’s delicate sewer system, resulting in a mess you don’t want to have to clean up.
• RV toilet chemicals
RV Camping/ Outdoor Essentials
• Outdoor camping furniture like folding chairs
• Large outdoor ground covering for under the awning
• Flashlights and headlamps
• Extra LED lights
• Citronella candles and/or bug spray
• Umbrella
• Outdoor games and activities
• Portable hammock
• Binoculars
• Beach towels
• Rope
• Tarp
• Bungee cords
• Fishing gear
• Compass and maps
RV Pet Essentials
• Pet ramp — for easy entrance & exit
• Pet food
• Pet meds if needed
• Doorway screen
• Portable pet bed/ cot
• Collapsible bowls
• Portable fence or tie-out with stake
• Extra leash and collar in case of breakage
General Essentials to Pack in an RV
• Electrical hookup cords and extension cords
• Sewer hose
• Auxiliary cable for TV connection
• Mobile hotspot for reliable WiFi or other signal boost equipment
• Emergency kit, just in case — better safe than sorry. This might include simple tools to help on the roadside should you suddenly get a flat tire, but also road flares, warning triangles, and first aid supplies.
• Tool Kit — Even if you don’t consider yourself especially handy, having a few basic tools on board might help you fix small things in a pinch. A pocketknife, hammer, wrench, and pair of screwdrivers are a good starting point. Duct tape and WD-40 may come in handy as well.
• RVMinders are a simple, affordable slap-bracelet-style accessory that will keep you from ever driving off without pulling up the leveling blocks or sewer hose again. Talk about a life saver!
RV Living Essentials
• Clothing for every weather condition (bathing suits, shirts/tanks, sweatshirts, cargos, raincoat etc.)
• Running/ hiking shoes, sandals
• Bedding including sheets, covers, pillows, and blankets. Sleeping bags can also be beneficial to bring.
• Window coverings if your rig doesn’t come with them
• DVDs, books, or other indoor entertainment items
• Personal electronics, like laptops and cell phones, cameras, and their chargers
• Cleaning supplies including sponges, trash bags, hand vacuum, wet mop, etc
• Space heater or fan
RV Kitchen Essentials
• Dishes
• Cups
• Silverware
• Bottle opener/ Corkscrew
• Can opener
• Cooking utensils and vessels — large spoons, pots, roasting pans, cookie sheets, metal skewers for the campfire (this will depend on what you’re planning to prepare; here are some easy RV-friendly recipes)
• Cutting board and knives
• Dish Towels
• Paper towels and napkins
• Coffee mugs and coffee
• Reusable water bottles
• Extra drinking water — even if you’re going to be camping in a site with full hookups, it’s never a bad idea to have extra potable water on board
• Other food items, although it can be beneficial to wait until you get to your destination to go shopping. We recommend bringing some non-perishables such as cereal, canned goods, breakfast bars, beef jerky, nuts, and instant cook foods (mashed potatoes, oatmeal, etc)
RV Bathroom Essentials
• Toiletries — (Hair brush/ ties, toothpaste/ toothbrush, shampoo/ conditioner, body wash, lotion, razor)
• Prescription and preventative medications; Prescriptions should be taken in tow vehicle in case of trailer accident
• facial tissues
• Bath and hand towels/ wash cloths
• RV-friendly toilet paper — Regular toilet paper can easily gum up your RV’s delicate sewer system, resulting in a mess you don’t want to have to clean up.
• RV toilet chemicals
RV Camping/ Outdoor Essentials
• Outdoor camping furniture like folding chairs
• Large outdoor ground covering for under the awning
• Flashlights and headlamps
• Extra LED lights
• Citronella candles and/or bug spray
• Umbrella
• Outdoor games and activities
• Portable hammock
• Binoculars
• Beach towels
• Rope
• Tarp
• Bungee cords
• Fishing gear
• Compass and maps
RV Pet Essentials
• Pet ramp — for easy entrance & exit
• Pet food
• Pet meds if needed
• Doorway screen
• Portable pet bed/ cot
• Collapsible bowls
• Portable fence or tie-out with stake
• Extra leash and collar in case of breakage
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