Packing for a Family RV Trip

It's exciting to get your whole family on the road heading to a camping adventure! But it also takes a fair amount of work to make sure the trip is coordinated, everything is packed, and you are setting yourself up for a smooth journey. It can be a challenge keeping track of the many things you need to do before you hit the road, which is why we created the following guide to make your process smoother. For all your camper needs, visit Razorback Camper Sales. We proudly serve those in Little Rock, Texarkana, and Pine Bluff, Arkansas.

Food

Preparing food for your RV camping trip is one of the biggest hurdles to travel and it can help to tackle this beast first. Start by making a meal plan. Think about what you want to eat for each meal that you are gone. This helps you know what ingredients you'll need to pack and ensure you've brought enough food for each member of your family.

But you don't need to make three unique meals a day from scratch. That's a lot of time spent in your camper kitchen when you can be out exploring! Instead, double some recipes and use leftovers. Today's dinner can be tomorrow's lunch. Another strategy is to focus on one-pot recipes like chili. That way, you won't have to clean up so many pots and pans each time you cook. Finally, think about eating a meal or two out. This gives you a break from meal preparation and allows you to experience a local mom and pop restaurant.

If you have a child that is a picky eater, meal planning is going to be a bit tougher. Try making some of their favorite meals in advance and freezing them in your RV for the trip. Get them to help you pick meals that they will eat. Enlist their help in preparing the meal, such as helping shuck corn, to get them more excited about eating it.

Toiletries

Each family member will need their fair of toiletries when you all go camping. This includes shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, toilet paper, and so on. There's no need to bring gigantic bottles of every product everyone uses. That would take up way too much space in your camper! Instead, opt for travel sized versions of products wherever you can. Also see if family members can condense down to sharing products, such as only bringing one type of conditioner.

Clothing

Part of the joy of camping is being outside in nature. But that also creates a challenge of camping - the weather can change at a moment's notice and affect your experience. It helps to bring along a range of clothes for your family members. Your RV should have enough space for you to pack a range of options. Bring more clothes than you expect you'll need. If your kids get a pair of jeans too muddy, they will have other options. Pack along plenty of layers so everyone can bundle up if the temperature takes a dip for the worse. Bring rainjackets and other waterproof clothing so you can be prepared if it rains. Pack more than you think you'll need so you can be prepared for a range of camping scenarios.

We hope you’ve found these tips helpful! If you are looking for RVs for sale, head on over to Razorback Camper Sales. Our friendly staff is happy to offer suggestions and help you find the ideal camper for your unique budgets and lifestyle. We proudly serve those in Little Rock, Texarkana, and Pine Bluff, Arkansas.