Strong Wanderlust
Resources for RV Owners
I was lucky enough to have some RV experts help set me up, but if you're new to this, here are a few required items and a few items that have just been really nice to have.
A few requirements before hitting the road
Surge Protector: This will protect your camper's electrical system
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Sewer Hose: Whether you're at a full hookup site or using a dump station, you'll need this
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Tire Leveling Blocks: To feel stable anywhere you park
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Landing Leg Blocks: For your front leveling legs to stand on (can be subbed for 2X4s)
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Wheel Chocks: So your camper doesn't roll while you're parked
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Heat Tape: Only required if you'll be camping in the cold, it will keep your water pipe/spigot from freezing
The stuff that's just nice to have
Keyless Entry: This lock comes with a remote and physical keys- one of my favorite investments
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RV Leveler: Although a physical level will do, this keeps me from walking back and forth to check
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Sewer Hose Support: Definitely not a need, but if you're somewhere with full hookups for a while a convenience when emptying tanks
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Shower Organizer: Keeps everything in place on move days
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Telescoping Ladder: Although most RVs/campers have a ladder attached to them, they are not super sturdy or reliable. Having a backup is helpful, plus this one is easy to store!
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EternaBond Tape: If you're planning on doing your own repairs, this is a requirement (I've also used this on the underbelly of the camper when I had to cut the cardboard open.
The Kitchen Stuff
When I was moving from a home to a camper, I was concerned about all my porcelain dishes breaking every time I moved so I did some investing in camper equipment that could withstand regular micrwave use, travel safely, and be a staple for my camper.
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Wheat Straw Dinnerware Set: I didn't want plastic plates because I'd be microwaving these A LOT and I didn't want to worry about any toxins.
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Knives: I have knives in a wooden block, but it was heavy and would take up precious counter space, these fit in my drawers.
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Spice Organizer: Storage in a camper is minimal, but access to daily spices makes life a little easier. I used the adhesive tape to install these, and they have not budged.
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Paper Towel Holder: Save the counter space, this is super sticky and hasn't budged during any of my moves.
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