Over the years, we've come up with a list divided into two categories...one, things we leave in the trailer and two, consumables. Here you go, we call it our "If only I thought to bring..." list, and include it in our WBCCI Directory each year ~
If only I'd thought to bring...
Leave in the Trailer
The more stuff you dedicate leave in the trailer, the less there is to pack or forget!
Items that could be left in the trailer:
o Electrical tester (no point pulling into a spot if the power isn't working)
o 25' 30A extension cord
o 50' 15A extension cord
o 30A female to 15A male electrical plug adapter
o 25' freshwater drinking hose (at least 2)
o Water pressure regulator if the trailer doesn't have one.
o 10'-15' Sewer hose (at least 2)
o Trailer to hose coupler
o Hose to campground coupler
o Hose to hose coupler.
o Water thief adapter (for putting hose on non-threaded spigots)
o Hose “Y” for daisy chained water supply
o Leveling Blocks & Stabilizing Jacks
o Chocks
o 2' 2X12 board for jack foot
o Lock for coupler
o Bubble Level (for parking)
o Fire extinguisher
o LP Leak detector
o Weather alert radio
o 2 good flashlights w/spare bulbs & batteries
o Spares for all trailer bulbs and fuses
o Basic set of tools
o Bow saw
o Ax
o Shovel
o Roll of duct tape
o Roll of electrical tape
o Bundle of long cable ties
o Assortment of different bungie cords
o Sewing kit (pins, safety pins, needles, thread, spare buttons of different sizes)
o Tweezers
o Nail clippers & file
o Scissors
o Portable vacuum
o Folding travel clothes iron
o Clothes hamper
o Pots, Pans & Cooking Utensils
o Cast iron skillet or griddle
o Mini crock pot
o Hand Mixer
o Coffee maker or French Press
o Tablecloth, Apron, Oven Mitts &/or Potholders
o 4 each: large plates, small plates, bowls, glasses, coffee mugs, sets of flatware
o Bath towels, hand towels, washcloths
o Pillows. fitted sheets, top sheets, pillow cases or sleeping bags
o Comforter or Blankets
o TV, Sat Receiver, dish and cable
o ________________________________________
o ________________________________________
Consumables (check before departing):
o Paper Towels
o Paper Plates & Napkins
o Coffee Filters
o Garbage Bags
o Dishwashing Liquid
o Sponges/Scrubber Pads
o General Purpose Cleaner (409, etc) Windex
o Furniture/Dusting Polish
o Carpet/Upholstery Cleaner
o Laundry Detergent
o Bleach &/or Oxy-Clean
o Rolls of quarters for laundry
o Baking Soda
o Disposable butane grill lighters for lighting stove/oven, HWH, frig.
o Matches
o Bottle of distilled water for battery maintenance
o Insect spray (for around wheels, jacks)
o Surgical gloves for dumping
o Hand Cleaner or Sanitizer
o Bath Soap
o Shampoo & hair care products
o Razors/shave cream
o Toilet Paper
o Hand Soap
o Deodorant
o Kleenex
o Feminine products
o Makeup
o Tooth brushes, paste, floss, mouthwash
o Sunscreen
o Insect repellant
o Medicines
o Vitamins, etc
o Bottled Drinking Water
o First-aid Kit
o Holding tank chemicals
o Patio rug
o Folding Table
o Folding Chairs
o Outdoor Tablecloth
o Step Ladder or Stool
o Pet food, bowls, litter & toys
o Pet carrier (for emergency trips to the vet)
o 50' Garden hose w/nozzle
o Wash bucket
o Portable gas BBQ
o Generator and gas cans
o Lantern
o Books, Magazines, Games, Cards, Crafts, etc.
o Electronics: cellphone, Garmin, iPod, camera, Walkie-Talkie, CB Radio, PC, etc.
o ____________________________________
o ____________________________________
o ____________________________________
And finally, don’t forget your food and clothes...whew what a list!
It obviously can be "tweaked to fit" your style of Airstreaming. Good luck and have fun!
Shari
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