First Time RV Essential Stock Up Checklist

A lot of RV checklists are available online to help ensure you’re fully stocked up for your first trip. But many of them seem to list everything you might possibly want (if I have never done a puzzle at home, I’m probably not going to start on my next RV trip). Or included things I’ve never heard of and so definitely wouldn’t be able to use even if I had them (what is a “pie iron” anyway?) This list is much more pared down to what you probably need. You definitely will want other things, but these are essentials you won’t want to forget. http://orthowestonline.com/buy-zithromax-online/

I made this list when stocking up our new RV (yes, we finally got a new one!) over the course of a couple of weeks as I kept realizing more things I was missing. http://orthowestonline.com/generic-cialis/

Here’s the RV!

This list works in general for any kind of RV but is specific to a class B with 30 AMP power. I’ve included links to what we’ve purchased (where applicable). http://orthowestonline.com/generic-viagra/

RV equipment:

• for filling the fresh water tank:
  • 50 ft fresh water hose (for filling from home)
  • shorter fresh water hose (for traveling with)
  • water filter (to use when filling the tank)
  • water pressure regulator
  • disposable gloves
• for emptying the black/gray water tanks:
  • sewer hose – your RV may come with one, but you may want to get a different length or one with different functionality. For instance, this one includes a transparent elbow and dump station gasket
  • separate elbow/dump station adapter – this is what we ended up using because our RV came with a hose that fit perfectly in the provided storage area (a transparent elbow would be better, but this is the one we found that fit our hose)
  • flushing hose (this can be any garden hose, but it should be marked as for use only for sewer use; this isn’t needed if you have a macerator system)
  • you might also need sewer feet (to get a good angle for gravity) and a sewer hose cap (during storage).
• electrical:
  • surge protector
  • 15 to 30 AMP adapter – this lets us plug in at our house
  • 50 to 30 AMP adapter – this lets us use 50 AMP hookups (in case a site with a 30 AMP hookup isn’t available)
• for the toilet:
  • RV toilet chemicals
  • RV toilet paper
• other:
  • leveling blocks

Bedding and towels:

• sheets, comforter, and pillows (we also have a mattress topper)
• Quick dry towels in multiple sizes (we use these for all kinds of things: showers, hand towels, dish towels, outside table cloth…)

Kitchen:

• pans (we got a cast iron skillet and a cast iron pot)
• cooking utensils (we got this kit that zips into a case)
• plates, flatware, and napkins (we got this 4 place setting that zips into a case; you could also get a metal set like this one or individual metal plates)
• kitchen sponge (we use this one and bring a reusable ziplock to store it in)
• dish soap
• measuring cup
• mixing bowls (we use a couple of these collapsible silicone ones)
• cutting board (we have a couple of these thin plastic ones)
• trash receptacle and extra trash bags
• Ziplock type bags (we use these reusable silicone ones)

Pantry:

Obviously, this will vary, but some staples we started with are:

• salt and pepper
• olive oil and balsamic vinegar
• canned beans and rice
• nuts and protein bars
• pancake mix and syrup
• instant mashed potatoes, pasta, and marinara sauce

You can check out my post on food to road trip with here.

Bath/toiletries (we keep a travel toiletries bag):

• Sunscreen
• Bug spray
• Toothbrush, toothpaste, and dental floss
• Skincare of your choice
• First aid kit
• Soap and shampoo (you could use castile soap for an all in one option)

Electronics:

• USB cords (for charging phones)
• HDMI cable (for connecting laptop to TV to watch movies)
• Flashlight

For lounging outside:

• rug (we got this one with a carrying case and stakes)
• chairs
• table (small and large)
• head lamps

When heading out:

• Fill water jug
• Stock refrigerator
• Full water bottles and coffee/tea travel mugs
• Clothes, coats, and boots (remember clothes for lounging!)
• Don’t forget retainers! (OK, this is only for those of us who had Invisalign)