My entire life, I've never camped except in a tent, so we made sure to lock all our food that was in the tote bags and coolers in the car when car camping, or put them in bear hangs or bear boxes when backpacking/horsepacking in bear country (I'm looking at you, Winds and Tetons). My mom keeps a list taped to the inside of the picnic basket and picnic bag lids with a checklist of all the contents, including quantities, so before a trip, we'd go through them and make sure everything that was supposed to be in them was, and wash anything that needed to be washed. We also have checklists for each of the tents (sleeping and kitchen) so that we can make sure we have the right number and kind of stakes for each... and a few extra of each kind of stake, just in case. We always brought metal silverware and various kitchen utensils (including scrapers, pancake turners, tongs, and a crank can opener; the only good cheese slicer we've ever had doesn't fit, and you can't really buy it anywhere anymore, so we have to use a knife to cut cheese), with plastic silverware in the picnic bag (what we take if we're going on a day trip or stopping for lunch on a long driving day) - it has all the dishes and such that we need for a picnic, including a table cloth and the all-important table cloth clips (they're inexpensive but last forever and are a huge lifesaver, especially on the high desert). Also, clothes line and clothespins to hang things up to dry, from dish towels to swimsuits. Both of my parents grew up camping, and we started camping as a family before I was even born, so it's all old hat for us. One of our tricks is to not bring anything that can't be plugged into the car unless we're guaranteed that there are outlets in the restroom buildings (for curling iron, blow dryer, etc.) - we've only used an electric hookup once and it was because it was the last site available in the campground and we didn't know it was electric until we got there. To keep food cold for a long time without electricity, freeze the milk, jugs of water, and anything else that can be reasonably frozen, before you leave home, so that you have tons of ice, which also gives you drinking water (from the jugs), and if/when needed, buy a block of ice to put in the cooler - but in order for that to work well, you need a cooler that has a spout at the bottom, so that you don't end up with everything sitting in water (otherwise, you'll have to take everything out every couple days in order to dump the water, which, if it's your only option, go ahead). Flip flops or water shoes for showering are an absolute must, and water shoes are really great for the beach if you're going to spend much time in the water (especially if half the beach is made up of sharp broken shells - water shoes saved my feet when all my friends went barefoot and most of them got there feet cut up from the shells). Obviously dress for the weather, but if you're going to the mountains (e.g. Yellowstone, Grand Teton, I suppose Glacier as well), even in the middle of the summer, I highly suggest wool socks and a warm hat and gloves - even in July, it got down almost to freezing at night, and the higher you go, the colder it gets (when we were backpacking, almost every morning for the full 3 weeks, we'd wake up and find frost on our packs (which were too big to keep in the tent) because it got well below freezing each night, even in the middle of August).
Oh wow, what memories! Thanks for sharing all these tips. Yes, flip flops is an essential! I went on two father daughter canoe trips and my pillow ended up drenched and I will never tent camp again unless 100% clear. We camped in our pop up from GA to CA growing up for 6 weeks two different summers since my parents were teachers. Great experience! Thanks for watching!
We have a battery jumper that also has a flash light , 2 USB ports as well as it will charge your car or camper battery. Takes just overnight to recharge this pack too. Love it !
Dryer lint, paper egg cartons, & leftover candle bits make great firestarters. Stuff lint in each egg shape. Pour melted wax over. Restuff with more lint if needed. Cut each egg apart & store in gallon Ziploc bag.
Great video. Loved the t-shirt. We use plastic bags for camping but only when we camp do we do this as I'm sure it is horrible for your health. But we make omelets in a bag. We just add an egg and all the toppings like bacon, cheese, tomatoes, cooked onions & bell peppers, mushrooms, etc and then, seal the bag and boil in water water for about 10 to 12 minutes depends on how much stuff you load the bag with. Carefully take out with tongs and slide onto a plate. Everyone gets the omelet they want.
Tina S I mix up my omelets and freeze them ahead of time. Used glass jars but the bags would take less space and you can cook the omelette in the bag. Thanks for the idea.
Oh man... I saw the melted fork a coming!! My brother used to be an accident waiting to happen in the kitchen!!!i remember my I’m talking to my bro about keeping his clothes off the floor and the bed made. Soooo he combined them both!! He laid all his pants w/ creases across the boxes springs and let the mattress down over them! Press while you sleep! I laughed soo hard! Miss him soo much! He passed ~ 6?yrs ago... RIP he was like our Chevy Chase (Lampoon Family Vacation) Loved to camp .. fish.. & hunt.. but hadn’t quite gotten all parts down pat!
A battery operated radio.. mirrors to signal if you get lost!! A first aid kit!! Bug repellant!! A handgun.. just in case you get a bear to join you like my parents had. My Dad was good at not leaving food for bears to track you... but there are scents!! They watched as a bear threw the neighbors camping fridge up Vs a tree to get to the contents! My Mom was freaking out!!
@@marquitabortiz4718 That's why putting all scented things in bear boxes, bear cans, bear hangs, or locking them securely in the car is a non-negotiable requirement in bear country. Sounds like the neighbors maybe didn't know what camping in bear country meant. And easier and lighter weight than a hand gun - bear spray, because it won't cause the bear permanent damage.
Whoa...Laurie has a camping checklist ☑️ First, you helped me remember what to bring on a plane( it had been 10 years since I last flew) and now you're helping me remember things for my upcoming camping trip👍😎🇺🇲❤️ You rock!!
Zip lock bags are wonderful no matter where you travel. Besides the larger sized bags, I bought a pack of the small snack size bags (smaller than sandwich bags) at the Dollar Tree and they came in handy for all sorts of things. Thanks, Laurie!
Thank you so much for this. We were just finished loading up a rented motor home, when I watched this. I pulled out some of those things you suggested, and added them to our stash.
I recently bought the LED camping fan you linked .I can't wait to try it! We are looking at toy haulers as we also like to ride the motorcycle too . Life is an adventure and now that kids are older we can enjoy more trips!
Great video. Love how thorough your list is. I would also pack a extra long cell phone charging cord. Just like hotels, outlets in RVs can be annoyingly hard the reach in bed or the couch
We love camping ! We are motorcycle enthusiasts and ever spring through mid September we go camping with a group of friends .Right now we own a trailer tent but hoping to find a cargo trailer for hauling our bikes or motorcycle with us. Come on spring !
I have been looking into converting our VW Eurovan into a camper. This is very helpful!! Thank you! Although I might not use that many aluminum foils as those can be toxic in high heat. They are super convenient but I had been corrected by someone who was an expert in that area so I now stop depending on them as I did before.
Fun video!! The fork 😂😂😂 Great glamping tips 🤗 we are still learning! RVing is the best way to go for sure. I’m hoping to be able to go note often. But something always seems to get in the way
I love the shirt! I always have a good check list for camping. I've done it alot. But you do need a good list. Thanks for posting this, your ideas are great.
I have camped since childhood and am now a retiree! We always had a first aid kit. Mom made one from a tackle box but ours is a plastic container from dollar store with aspirin in case you or a fellow camper has chest pains- give them 2 aspirin to chew and some drink to get them down fast This can decrease effects of a blood clot. Also good for pain or fever of course. And a feminine hygiene pad is a clean way to control bleeding if anyone gets a cut big cut. In general we each have a drawstring bag or a string backpack to carry our clean towels and clothes and toiletries to showerhouse(and the dirties back to camp). The drawstring can be hung on a hook to keep contents dry.
Will do!! What do they need that adults do not need? Like, how are they different? I am just trying to gear my tips. Do they carry more accessories, do you think? Thanks for watching!
Great point! We rented ours, but I can see where that would be smart! Yes, insect repellent is awesome; we did not need it where we went so I forgot about that one.
Instead of firestarters try dryer lint in cardboard egg cartons. ! Dollar tree cake top to put over paper plates /napkins to keep them dry and not blow away while on picnic table.
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie And then wrap the rolls in wax paper and twist the ends to keep it shut (like a Tootsie Roll). The more lint you can stuff in, the better it works, and the more of the lint is from natural fabrics (cotton, etc.) than synthetic, the more it will burn and the less it will just melt. We did that for fire starters when I was growing up, and it worked better than anything you could buy in a camping shop.
We are flying in to go rv camping. We will have the utensil package. Besides our sheets does anyone have tips for "must have" items that we should bring in our luggage. There will be a general store on site. I would like to avoid paying as many inflated prices if possible. Thanks community!
I used a new frisbee with paper plates inside to reheat, eat, ect. Did you fly with all your essentials or pick up later? I'm still laughing over that fork~ Happy Birthday Alliver! Thank you for the tips
Our campgrounds in California have reopened, so camping is the vacation this year. Plastic utensils and styrofoam plates would never work with my family. Those are too delicate for my crowd!
Hi! Our pots and pans had the handles you can touch when hot. We used our dish towels if we needed to put them on the counter or table. Thanks for watching!
Hahaha it is for me. Camped in a pop-up 5 weeks growing up and got my pillow soaked in a tent trip as a teen. And our RV had plastered all along the side: Rent-an-RV!
My entire life, I've never camped except in a tent, so we made sure to lock all our food that was in the tote bags and coolers in the car when car camping, or put them in bear hangs or bear boxes when backpacking/horsepacking in bear country (I'm looking at you, Winds and Tetons).
My mom keeps a list taped to the inside of the picnic basket and picnic bag lids with a checklist of all the contents, including quantities, so before a trip, we'd go through them and make sure everything that was supposed to be in them was, and wash anything that needed to be washed. We also have checklists for each of the tents (sleeping and kitchen) so that we can make sure we have the right number and kind of stakes for each... and a few extra of each kind of stake, just in case.
We always brought metal silverware and various kitchen utensils (including scrapers, pancake turners, tongs, and a crank can opener; the only good cheese slicer we've ever had doesn't fit, and you can't really buy it anywhere anymore, so we have to use a knife to cut cheese), with plastic silverware in the picnic bag (what we take if we're going on a day trip or stopping for lunch on a long driving day) - it has all the dishes and such that we need for a picnic, including a table cloth and the all-important table cloth clips (they're inexpensive but last forever and are a huge lifesaver, especially on the high desert). Also, clothes line and clothespins to hang things up to dry, from dish towels to swimsuits.
Both of my parents grew up camping, and we started camping as a family before I was even born, so it's all old hat for us. One of our tricks is to not bring anything that can't be plugged into the car unless we're guaranteed that there are outlets in the restroom buildings (for curling iron, blow dryer, etc.) - we've only used an electric hookup once and it was because it was the last site available in the campground and we didn't know it was electric until we got there. To keep food cold for a long time without electricity, freeze the milk, jugs of water, and anything else that can be reasonably frozen, before you leave home, so that you have tons of ice, which also gives you drinking water (from the jugs), and if/when needed, buy a block of ice to put in the cooler - but in order for that to work well, you need a cooler that has a spout at the bottom, so that you don't end up with everything sitting in water (otherwise, you'll have to take everything out every couple days in order to dump the water, which, if it's your only option, go ahead).
Flip flops or water shoes for showering are an absolute must, and water shoes are really great for the beach if you're going to spend much time in the water (especially if half the beach is made up of sharp broken shells - water shoes saved my feet when all my friends went barefoot and most of them got there feet cut up from the shells).
Obviously dress for the weather, but if you're going to the mountains (e.g. Yellowstone, Grand Teton, I suppose Glacier as well), even in the middle of the summer, I highly suggest wool socks and a warm hat and gloves - even in July, it got down almost to freezing at night, and the higher you go, the colder it gets (when we were backpacking, almost every morning for the full 3 weeks, we'd wake up and find frost on our packs (which were too big to keep in the tent) because it got well below freezing each night, even in the middle of August).
Oh wow, what memories! Thanks for sharing all these tips. Yes, flip flops is an essential! I went on two father daughter canoe trips and my pillow ended up drenched and I will never tent camp again unless 100% clear. We camped in our pop up from GA to CA growing up for 6 weeks two different summers since my parents were teachers. Great experience! Thanks for watching!
JUICE GROOVES!!!!!!! This would be a great band name.
We have a battery jumper that also has a flash light , 2 USB ports as well as it will charge your car or camper battery. Takes just overnight to recharge this pack too. Love it !
Thanks so much!
Going “glamping” this weekend. Your timing is impeccable.
Ooh, have such a beautiful time! Hope you get some cool breezes! Thanks for watching!
Dryer lint, paper egg cartons, & leftover candle bits make great firestarters. Stuff lint in each egg shape. Pour melted wax over. Restuff with more lint if needed. Cut each egg apart & store in gallon Ziploc bag.
Great idea! Amazingly smart tips! Thanks for watching!
I’m laughing at the plastic fork😂😂
We tried! Or, he tried lol. Thanks for watching!
We like paper plates and bowls. They recycle easier and you can use them in a microwave. Splurge get the good ones. I never regret it.
Yes next time. We will also splurge on a bigger RV or nicer one. Thanks for watching!
Use yoga mat for your bed. I found this amazing and they don’t slide off at all. Plus you get the extra comfort.
So smart!
Great video. Loved the t-shirt. We use plastic bags for camping but only when we camp do we do this as I'm sure it is horrible for your health. But we make omelets in a bag. We just add an egg and all the toppings like bacon, cheese, tomatoes, cooked onions & bell peppers, mushrooms, etc and then, seal the bag and boil in water water for about 10 to 12 minutes depends on how much stuff you load the bag with. Carefully take out with tongs and slide onto a plate. Everyone gets the omelet they want.
Oh that's roughing it lol. But so clever and smart! Thanks for watching!
Tina S I mix up my omelets and freeze them ahead of time. Used glass jars but the bags would take less space and you can cook the omelette in the bag. Thanks for the idea.
Oh man... I saw the melted fork a coming!! My brother used to be an accident waiting to happen in the kitchen!!!i remember my I’m talking to my bro about keeping his clothes off the floor and the bed made. Soooo he combined them both!! He laid all his pants w/ creases across the boxes springs and let the mattress down over them! Press while you sleep! I laughed soo hard! Miss him soo much! He passed ~ 6?yrs ago... RIP he was like our Chevy Chase (Lampoon Family Vacation) Loved to camp .. fish.. & hunt.. but hadn’t quite gotten all parts down pat!
Oh that is too funny and so cute! Boys! We always said my dad was like Chevy Chase character. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for these tips . Never thought of these!
Happy to help!
Also baby whipes, if there is no showers
Solar paneled battery packs (for obvious reasons)
Gerbers multi-tools just easier for everyone
Thanks for watching!
A battery operated radio.. mirrors to signal if you get lost!! A first aid kit!! Bug repellant!! A handgun.. just in case you get a bear to join you like my parents had. My Dad was good at not leaving food for bears to track you... but there are scents!! They watched as a bear threw the neighbors camping fridge up Vs a tree to get to the contents! My Mom was freaking out!!
@@marquitabortiz4718 That's why putting all scented things in bear boxes, bear cans, bear hangs, or locking them securely in the car is a non-negotiable requirement in bear country. Sounds like the neighbors maybe didn't know what camping in bear country meant. And easier and lighter weight than a hand gun - bear spray, because it won't cause the bear permanent damage.
Thanks Laurie !
Thank you for watching!
Love this thank you!! Camping for the first time in Tx, pray the rain away as I want to see God's creation in Jesus name Amen
I hope you have beautiful weather.
Whoa...Laurie has a camping checklist ☑️ First, you helped me remember what to bring on a plane( it had been 10 years since I last flew) and now you're helping me remember things for my upcoming camping trip👍😎🇺🇲❤️ You rock!!
Awesome!
Zip lock bags are wonderful no matter where you travel. Besides the larger sized bags, I bought a pack of the small snack size bags (smaller than sandwich bags) at the Dollar Tree and they came in handy for all sorts of things. Thanks, Laurie!
Awesome! I have a video for those coming out in a few weeks; share any cool ideas! Thanks for watching!
Thank you for the great tips
Thanks for watching.
This video was very helpful! We are leaving to camping as I type this. We are going on a long road trip and then camping in an rv park.
EEEEK! Have such a great time! Have you seen what is happening in Yellowstone?
Great tips! Thanks.
Thank you so much for commenting!
Thank you so much for this. We were just finished loading up a rented motor home, when I watched this. I pulled out some of those things you suggested, and added them to our stash.
Fantastic! I'm so glad! Thanks for watching!
The foil tips are great!
Glad you like them! We do that at home too.
I recently bought the LED camping fan you linked .I can't wait to try it! We are looking at toy haulers as we also like to ride the motorcycle too . Life is an adventure and now that kids are older we can enjoy more trips!
Oh I'm so happy for y'all! Yes I hope you like the fan; it gives just enough air and sound. Thanks for watching!!
I've always adhered to the basic premise ---- That if you didn't remember to pack an item, then it was not important. Phil.
That's something to think about.
I have a relative who packed clothes for her husband and children and forgot her own.
Awesome check list! Thank you 😊
Did a youtube search for family rv checklist and this was the first result. I loved your tips and advice so much :)
Oh awesome!!! Thanks for letting me know this.
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie You're welcome :)
Great video! Lots of helpful info for traveling in a motorhome. Love that fork, that was so hilarious!
Thanks so much!
Great video. Love how thorough your list is. I would also pack a extra long cell phone charging cord. Just like hotels, outlets in RVs can be annoyingly hard the reach in bed or the couch
Great tip! The teens would've loved that at night.
We love camping ! We are motorcycle enthusiasts and ever spring through mid September we go camping with a group of friends .Right now we own a trailer tent but hoping to find a cargo trailer for hauling our bikes or motorcycle with us. Come on spring !
Oh yes that would help alot. Enjoy the freedom to explore and travel! So happy you still can. Thanks for watching Nicole.
I have been looking into converting our VW Eurovan into a camper. This is very helpful!! Thank you! Although I might not use that many aluminum foils as those can be toxic in high heat. They are super convenient but I had been corrected by someone who was an expert in that area so I now stop depending on them as I did before.
Glad it was helpful! Sounds exciting and like a challenge. Thanks for watching!
All the stuff is beautiful
Thank you!
Love that “wear a mask or step off the plane” quote. Two thumbs up.
It did say, "Don't be a Karen on the airplane," but people's feelings were hurt so I changed it.
TravelTipsbyLaurie Yeah that’s a hot topic these days. Why isn’t there a name for me who act inappropriately during the pandemic?
I love your videos! Great tips and great presentation. We buy the big pack of 'shop towels ' from Costco to use on camping.trips for hand towels.
That is awesome! I'm going to do that on our next trip. Thanks!!
This was incredibly helpful. Thank you xx
I'm so glad!
Fun video!! The fork 😂😂😂 Great glamping tips 🤗 we are still learning! RVing is the best way to go for sure. I’m hoping to be able to go note often. But something always seems to get in the way
Thanks for watching, Heather! We want to upgrade to a bigger RV the next time. Have you done the Smoky Mountains? It's the most visited nat park.
I love the shirt! I always have a good check list for camping. I've done it alot. But you do need a good list. Thanks for posting this, your ideas are great.
Thanks for watching! What would you add to this list that you think people may forget?
I have camped since childhood and am now a retiree! We always had a first aid kit. Mom made one from a tackle box but ours is a plastic container from dollar store with aspirin in case you or a fellow camper has chest pains- give them 2 aspirin to chew and some drink to get them down fast This can decrease effects of a blood clot. Also good for pain or fever of course. And a feminine hygiene pad is a clean way to control bleeding if anyone gets a cut big cut. In general we each have a drawstring bag or a string backpack to carry our clean towels and clothes and toiletries to showerhouse(and the dirties back to camp). The drawstring can be hung on a hook to keep contents dry.
Sorry, Laurie, but the one thing I wouldn't forget when all is said and done is the phone number of the nearest Hyatt Hotel! :-)
Yes! But on the fourth night lol. I can make it till then. Thanks for watching Arlene!
😂🤣😂🤣
Please make a packing tips video for teens/preteens ❤️
Will do!! What do they need that adults do not need? Like, how are they different? I am just trying to gear my tips. Do they carry more accessories, do you think? Thanks for watching!
Great tips. I would like to suggest to add on cord for hanging stuff n insect repellent to the checklist
Great point! We rented ours, but I can see where that would be smart! Yes, insect repellent is awesome; we did not need it where we went so I forgot about that one.
Instead of firestarters try dryer lint in cardboard egg cartons. ! Dollar tree cake top to put over paper plates /napkins to keep them dry and not blow away while on picnic table.
Such a great idea. Thanks for watching!
You nade me laugh!
I'm so glad! Medicine to your soul!
Good fire starter is dryer lint stuffed into tp or PT rolls.
I'm so adding this to my travel hacks list. Thanks for your brilliance!
@@TravelTipsbyLaurie And then wrap the rolls in wax paper and twist the ends to keep it shut (like a Tootsie Roll). The more lint you can stuff in, the better it works, and the more of the lint is from natural fabrics (cotton, etc.) than synthetic, the more it will burn and the less it will just melt. We did that for fire starters when I was growing up, and it worked better than anything you could buy in a camping shop.
We are flying in to go rv camping. We will have the utensil package. Besides our sheets does anyone have tips for "must have" items that we should bring in our luggage. There will be a general store on site. I would like to avoid paying as many inflated prices if possible. Thanks community!
I used a new frisbee with paper plates inside to reheat, eat, ect. Did you fly with all your essentials or pick up later? I'm still laughing over that fork~ Happy Birthday Alliver! Thank you for the tips
You really are a smart traveler!!! Thank you!
Our campgrounds in California have reopened, so camping is the vacation this year. Plastic utensils and styrofoam plates would never work with my family. Those are too delicate for my crowd!
Yes, we learned the hard way. So many people camping this year. Do y'all own a pop up or RV? We rented one. Thanks for watching!
What about pot holders or even mitts
Hi! Our pots and pans had the handles you can touch when hot. We used our dish towels if we needed to put them on the counter or table. Thanks for watching!
I like to bring some rope and duck tape when go camping never know when it will be useful.
Smart!
That makes my eyes hurt.
You may need to go to your eye doctor. Good luck!
Using an rv is not camping
Hahaha it is for me. Camped in a pop-up 5 weeks growing up and got my pillow soaked in a tent trip as a teen. And our RV had plastered all along the side: Rent-an-RV!