ProudGrandma Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 I want to start stocking our new camper and I was wondering what your favorite 10 camping items that I NEED to put in my camper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Directions to nearest hotel with a hot tub Hotel room key room service menu :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danestress Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 I want to start stocking our new camper and I was wondering what your favorite 10 camping items that I NEED to put in my camper. Matches, Extra tarps Baby powder Ambien Contact lense solution Extra set of car keys Extra cell phone battery Water filtration system First aid kit Can opener/bottle opener Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmrich Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 clothesline and pins doormat for outside and inside corkscrew warm socks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobela Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Directions to nearest hotel with a hot tub Hotel room key room service menu :D Yep. My first thought ws air conditioning. In my dad's camper we keep lots of those $1 sets of cups for kids to use playing in the sand. Extra sheets. those tiny hotel soaps. vinyl table cloths or those thin plastic ones used for birthday parties. lots of baby wipes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissad2 Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 I want to start stocking our new camper and I was wondering what your favorite 10 camping items that I NEED to put in my camper. Memory foam mattress topper electric skillet lysol wipes toaster oven can opener lighter Charcoal extra blankets umbrella ibuprophen I'm fairly new at camping but we bought a travel trailer last year and while we have a stove that uses propane I find it easier and cheaper to use the electric stuff for cooking. That way you are using the campgrounds electricity instead of your propane! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wabi Sabi Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Some might argue that staying in a camper isn't really camping... ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Essentials: Hatchet Clothes line and pins Manual can opener Map and compass First aid kit Fire starter and waterproof matches Flashlight Sunscreen Water Weather radio Nice to haves: Sunglasses Change of clothes Extra socks Change of boots/shoes Pocket knife of multi-tool Whistle Two-way radios Insect repellent Extra food Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane Elliot Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Our camping/backpacking is pretty barebones (no camper), but off the top of my head, this is what I hate to forget: toilet paper (we forgot this once and I drove back) my Kindle in a Ziploc :D Repel Lemon Eucalyptus mosquito spray (the only natural spray that works) clothesline matches in a Ziploc fishing poles and supplies water filter bottle (like a Katadyn) grill rack with a long handle for cooking over the fire teapot for cooking water can opener knife If I had a camper, I'd throw in some card games for rainy weather and pancake mix. I'm glad you started this. I'll make my own list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FriedClams Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Great chairs. I got mine at Sam's - they have flip up side tables with cup holders and are sturdy enough to let a kid sit in your lap. They are SO MUCH better than the ones that fold into the bag. sporks - got mine at Walmart Lighters - you know, the long plastic things that you press the button and the flame comes out the end LOTS of bug spray spices, salt and pepper, non stick spray, and a HUGE oven mitt (or welding glove) S'mores supplies - at the ready - mini chocolate bars, LONG skewers (got mine at Walmart - they expand!) dry bags cell phone charger for the car first aid kit - with good stuff to wash out cuts and stuff crocs - for late night trips to the bathroom / walking the dog / etc. we use a tent - but a small dust pan and hand broom help with easy clean up WIPES paper towels - kind you pick the size trash bags 5 Day Cooler - again - walmart - really does keep stuff cold for 5 days cheap 5 gallon collapsible water jugs - great for dishes, washing hands, etc Dr. Bronner's soap in unscented - you can use it for ANYTHING - dishes, hands, laundry, shower, ANYTHING. A tiny bit goes a LONG way. toilet paper things I despise - anything that makes noise (other than kids and a guitar) and those stupid glow sticks that break EVERY.single.time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 One of those multipots. Lots of rags. A broom. The flashlight that you strap to your forehead. Extra toilet paper. You never know. Back up snacks--granola, crackers, chocolate bars Daypack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FriedClams Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Some might argue that staying in a camper isn't really camping... ;) True - but I am all for anything that gets a family together, in nature, without a tv. Whatever way you can do it - often and having fun - then do it!! Camp on!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emzhengjiu Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 We tent camp but I always bring along either a regular kettle or an electric one for my morning cup of tea. It's great for tea, hot chocolate, and instant oat meal packages. My coffee loving daughter brings a french press. If you have active kids, add lots of bandaids and neosporin. Ann Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProudGrandma Posted April 28, 2011 Author Share Posted April 28, 2011 thanks for the lists....lots of great ideas!! Keep them coming!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProudGrandma Posted April 28, 2011 Author Share Posted April 28, 2011 Repel Lemon Eucalyptus mosquito spray (the only natural spray that works). where do you buy this at??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobela Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Wanted to add that my dad brings along 2 extra canopies so he can extend the shaded area and can invite other families over to his camper to just sit and talk while the kids play. -He takes a leaf blower for easy cleaning of the site -a large piece of that outdoor carpeting that looks like grass. It helps keep the dirt out of the camper. -A stiff broom and a dust pan -A general tool box for simple repairs - including a small saw for cutting limbs and such lots of sunscreen imodium If you take kids bikes make sure you have a repair kit for flats Depending on where we camp, sometimes he also takes a small rake so he can rake all the leaves and such away from the camper to discourage snakes and mice from hanging out the camper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peela Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 I am going camping tomorrow. In my camper. It feels like cheating but I don't care :) Actually I am going to a folk music festival. My favourite item to pack is earplugs and an eye mask. I like sleep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobela Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Also, he will often carry a stand fan or 2 to sit outside under the canopy. The air flow from the fan will make it cooker to sit outside while keeping flies and mosquitos away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyto4 Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Mat for outside the door fire starter ax tableclothes extra folding table (l use it for washing dishes -- ours is from Coleman and is great) lots of tea towels and washclothes as they never seem to dry on the line clothes line and pins warm socks plastic bins to hold pots and pans safely outside the camper portable BBQ audiobooks to entertain the kids on rainy days Have fun! We are planning our first camping of the year at the end of June! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane Elliot Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 (edited) where do you buy this at??? I can't find it around here, so I order it from REI. We found out about it from some friends who teach school in the Alaskan bush. They've experimented with bug sprays even more than we have. Edited April 28, 2011 by Luann in ID Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunshine_librarian Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Skip-Bo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Everyone has great ideas! I have to re-iterate the bug spray!!! We didn't bring this last time and made a special trip back into civilization less than an hour into our camping trip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pippen Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Nesco 6 quart roaster hot pot to heat water rapidly folding table to set up cooking outside "Camping Legos"-when my kids were little we kept a set in the camper with different stuff than home night light--adjustable so you can direct light http://www.amazon.com/ABC-Products-Everyday-Plug-Adjustable/dp/B003TZR25Y wedge book light for me to use after the kids are asleep or when I wake up early LOTS of junky towels Multi-tool Small container of liquid laundry soap First aid kit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SailorMom Posted April 28, 2011 Share Posted April 28, 2011 French Press Pokey-sticks for hot dogs and marshmallows A really good tent!!! A really good floor pad Propane latern with a stand Coleman camp stove Heavy duty cast iron cookware Dutch Oven Hatchet Camp shovel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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