twiceblessed....nacole 433 Posted October 11, 2015 Report Share Posted October 11, 2015 We're with most other Fiends and our RV is fully stocked. ..pots, pans, towels, etc. I only pack our food and clothes. It may take a few trips, but you'll learn what works best for y'all.Have fun!! swimmarz 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Travisma 1,317 Posted October 11, 2015 Report Share Posted October 11, 2015 We have a large electric skillet for home but we don't take it camping. I just remembered, I bought a brand new 5 qt. Crock pot from Goodwill that I added to the camper stock. swimmarz 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
oft013 23 Posted October 12, 2015 Report Share Posted October 12, 2015 We have separate everything for the MH. All we pack are clothes and food. We also have a Coleman Roadtrip grill. We have a half and full griddle that can replace the grill grates and also stove burners that can replace the grates. With the half griddle we can mix and match depending on our needs swimmarz 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted October 12, 2015 Report Share Posted October 12, 2015 It looks like it's going to be unanimous- I also try to keep all of the equipment I need in the camper so it's ready to go. I have a master list that I've developed over the years of things that I don't keep in the camper, but that I bring on each trip. With a pop-up, there's not room for everything in the camper, and I also don't leave electronics in there, so there's a shelf in the garage where I keep that stuff. Some of this stuff doubles as emergency hurricane supplies- small propane tanks, battery operated radio, flashlights, etc. Living in Florida, you know about that. One small trick that works for me is that I bring beach towels (2 per person) rather than regular bath towels. Those can be brought to the comfort stations or the pool/water parks. Also, I have everyone bring their pillows from their beds at home. Those go in the tow vehicle, as the kids can use those for napping, and there's no need for an extra set to store. I also keep paper goods and disposable utensils stocked in the camper, including aluminum foil, TP and paper towels. I make it a point to keep a list of supplies I need to replenish, as you are likely to forget to restock when you are getting ready for your next trip. You can also use that list to remind yourself of things that you wish you had brought, and it will help you to remember to bring it next time. I agree with the advice not to buy too much stuff. One frying pan and a couple of pots are all that you really need. I don't think you need a whole mixing bowl set- just get a couple of large bowls. Those can be used to mix batter for pancakes, or as serving bowls, when needed. You mentioned a Coleman lantern. If you don't have any, consider getting a couple of clip-on spot-lights to bring. Unless you're dry camping someplace, you're going to have electricity, and you may as well use it rather than having to buy fuel. The electric is safer too. TCD swimmarz 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CJHokie 43 Posted October 13, 2015 Report Share Posted October 13, 2015 We have a mostly stocked kitchen with our old kitchen stuff. I even had old dishes, but removed them as 1) they take up too much room and they have to be washed by hand so we just use paper products. Things that we move back and forth:Crock PotKeurigToaster oven (we have a cheap toaster on board, but I have Celiac and need my own, plus I use it as the oven whenever possible) So, all 3 of those have been forgotten at some point, either at home or on the camper when we get home. I just bought a $9 coffee maker at W-M last night to keep on board. We will just have to have coffee the old fashioned way now. ;-) I would like to also buy a cheap toaster oven and Crock Pot to keep on board, but my husband thinks it's not necessary to have 2 of each, so I have to buy them one at a time and sneak them in. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted October 13, 2015 Report Share Posted October 13, 2015 , so I have to buy them one at a time and sneak them in. LOL. Wives always win! (as well they should) TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CJHokie 43 Posted October 13, 2015 Report Share Posted October 13, 2015 LOL. Wives always win! (as well they should) TCDWhat do they say, happy wife, happy life! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Travisma 1,317 Posted October 13, 2015 Report Share Posted October 13, 2015 We have a mostly stocked kitchen with our old kitchen stuff. I even had old dishes, but removed them as 1) they take up too much room and they have to be washed by hand so we just use paper products. Things that we move back and forth:Crock PotKeurigToaster oven (we have a cheap toaster on board, but I have Celiac and need my own, plus I use it as the oven whenever possible) So, all 3 of those have been forgotten at some point, either at home or on the camper when we get home. I just bought a $9 coffee maker at W-M last night to keep on board. We will just have to have coffee the old fashioned way now. ;-) I would like to also buy a cheap toaster oven and Crock Pot to keep on board, but my husband thinks it's not necessary to have 2 of each, so I have to buy them one at a time and sneak them in.You should look for one of the Keurig type French Press machines. There are numerous brands out there. We got ours brand new at a Goodwill for $2.50. Some of them come with the refillable cups, some put the coffee into an attached reservoir You boil the water, put your K-Cup in, pour the water in and slowly press. There are 2 needles just like the electric ones that puncture the cups. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CJHokie 43 Posted October 13, 2015 Report Share Posted October 13, 2015 You should look for one of the Keurig type French Press machines. There are numerous brands out there. We got ours brand new at a Goodwill for $2.50. Some of them come with the refillable cups, some put the coffee into an attached reservoir You boil the water, put your K-Cup in, pour the water in and slowly press. There are 2 needles just like the electric ones that puncture the cups.Interesting. Thanks for the tip. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted October 13, 2015 Report Share Posted October 13, 2015 I haven't seen one of those kuerig French press machines before. That's nifty. But, you still have to boil the water. I'll stick with my old coffee maker. That French Press would be good to have for hurricane times, though. I have a regular French press. Which works fine, but there's always a mess to clean up after. TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cortezcapt (Derek) 156 Posted October 13, 2015 Report Share Posted October 13, 2015 Yall are fancy, I have an old for cup maker I put in the trailer and for backup or bigger groups the good ole camp percolator. Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Travisma 1,317 Posted October 13, 2015 Report Share Posted October 13, 2015 I haven't seen one of those kuerig French press machines before. That's nifty. But, you still have to boil the water. I'll stick with my old coffee maker. That French Press would be good to have for hurricane times, though. I have a regular French press. Which works fine, but there's always a mess to clean up after. TCDGranted, you do have to boil water. We did it backwards, ran water thru the coffee maker to get the hot water then used it in the press. If you had an electric tea kettle, or a microwave they would work also. This doesn't make a mess since the coffee is in the K-cups. It worked surprisingly well. It's good if everyone likes different types of blends, flavors, etc. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted October 13, 2015 Report Share Posted October 13, 2015 Granted, you do have to boil water. We did it backwards, ran water thru the coffee maker to get the hot water then used it in the press. If you had an electric tea kettle, or a microwave they would work also. This doesn't make a mess since the coffee is in the K-cups. It worked surprisingly well. It's good if everyone likes different types of blends, flavors, etc. LOL. It would have been quicker (and cheaper) to use the coffee maker to make coffee. I like the convenience of the K-cups, but they're expensive, and not great if you have several people who want to drink coffee at the same time. We have a Kuerig at home which is now in the closet. We brought back our original coffee maker. I like it better. TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
swimmarz 72 Posted October 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2015 Just washed the new stuff and season the pans Also testing multiple photos post from taptalk Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bhall 115 Posted October 13, 2015 Report Share Posted October 13, 2015 What do they say, happy wife, happy life! I cannot afford to hear that phrase anymore.... swimmarz 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Travisma 1,317 Posted October 14, 2015 Report Share Posted October 14, 2015 LOL. It would have been quicker (and cheaper) to use the coffee maker to make coffee. I like the convenience of the K-cups, but they're expensive, and not great if you have several people who want to drink coffee at the same time. We have a Kuerig at home which is now in the closet. We brought back our original coffee maker. I like it better. TCDTrue, but see my last line. Works good for different blends.A pot of water will make 3 or 4 K-cups so there's not a lot of waiting. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
fladogfan aka Gretchen 259 Posted October 14, 2015 Report Share Posted October 14, 2015 I have a toaster and a coffee maker, no name kind, got them a few years ago on a Black Friday at Wally-World. $5.00 each and they work fine for camping. Store them in their original boxes while traveling. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
swimmarz 72 Posted October 15, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 15, 2015 Things I still want/need 1. Toaster 2. Griddle 3. Mixing bowl I got everything else, and our first camping trip is in 55 days. I still need linens, and I think I'll do the beach towel as suggested Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Retired and Happy (Ken) 101 Posted October 16, 2015 Report Share Posted October 16, 2015 Toaster, Single Cup Keurig, Crock Pot all had to be color matched in Bama colors. Also have some old hard dishes, but use mostly plastic/foam/paper. Foil, Saran Wrap, bendable straws, spices, many boxed goods, most canned goods all stay in the MH. Some are rotated to the house when we run out of something we need immediately. And we occasionally find a can with domed ends we had overlooked that goes in the trash. Somewhat seasonal clothes stay in the MH, but we need some of everything for the Fort every winter. Bedding returns out there after laundering from a trip. OTC meds and supplies for cleaning the MH and us are left out there. Small gas grill and utensils stay, but I often find more utensils than I had the previous trip. For our family, extra kids stuff like diapers, liners, formula, bed pads, O2, etc are counted and replenished as needed. Also we I keep a few drinks in the fridge and some snacks for when the dog and I are "working" out there. All on all, pretty much ready to go most of the time, but most stuff came from existing stock...except the "Bama" stuff. (War Eagle!) Oh, I forgot she just bought some NuWave stuff for induction cooking. We'll see how that works. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LORNADUCK 261 Posted October 16, 2015 Report Share Posted October 16, 2015 Toaster, Single Cup Keurig, Crock Pot all had to be color matched in Bama colors. Also have some old hard dishes, but use mostly plastic/foam/paper. Foil, Saran Wrap, bendable straws, spices, many boxed goods, most canned goods all stay in the MH. Some are rotated to the house when we run out of something we need immediately. And we occasionally find a can with domed ends we had overlooked that goes in the trash. Somewhat seasonal clothes stay in the MH, but we need some of everything for the Fort every winter. Bedding returns out there after laundering from a trip. OTC meds and supplies for cleaning the MH and us are left out there. Small gas grill and utensils stay, but I often find more utensils than I had the previous trip. For our family, extra kids stuff like diapers, liners, formula, bed pads, O2, etc are counted and replenished as needed. Also we I keep a few drinks in the fridge and some snacks for when the dog and I are "working" out there. All on all, pretty much ready to go most of the time, but most stuff came from existing stock...except the "Bama" stuff. (War Eagle!) Oh, I forgot she just bought some NuWave stuff for induction cooking. We'll see how that works.We have the NuWave induction cook top and the NuWave oven in the MH love them Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Travisma 1,317 Posted October 16, 2015 Report Share Posted October 16, 2015 We have the NuWave induction cook top and the NuWave oven in the MH love themWe have an induction cooktop, took forever to find pots that worked with it. We have a Nu Wave oven at home (had it for years), but we haven't used it in quite a while. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted October 16, 2015 Report Share Posted October 16, 2015 We do the beach towel thing too. I try and pick the thinner type (like Disney store) and not the thicker, plush type. Take up too much space and take longer to dry.We always seem to have a running list of things we realized we want/need. Chip clips, stuff to put left overs in, etc. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pixiesteno 2 Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 Most of my kitchen for the RV was stocked from extras in my kitchen. There were a few purchases that had to happen; the small 4 cup coffee maker with the metal pot was essential. We had to buy sheets and a mattress pad for the bed as the RV is a short queen and we have a king in our house; however, the extra blankets from the house and comforters go on the bed. We had extra pillows so they went in the house. All of the bedding goes in space bags when we are not using it with bounce sheets to keep it fresh. Our towels are older ones from the house, but I did have to buy wash clothes so they are striped and I know that they belong in the RV. We used the RV over the last couple of years here in GA when we were working on the house before we permanently moved from NY. We actually stayed full time in the RV last summer - fall until the house was finished enough to move in. So when I cleaned the RV last November I removed all foods and my cast iron cookware. I will be putting stuff back in this next week in preparation of our upcoming trip. Best advice, use the extra stuff from the house first then purchase what you need for cooking, etc. but leave the stuff in the RV once it is there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
swimmarz 72 Posted October 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 At my age, especially after we moved from NH to Florida 2 years ago, there is no extra stuff. So it's all new stuff for us at this time. I did find a nice 17 piece oxo set that is on sale this week at target, marked down to $29 from $45 It has a larger turner Slotted spoon Spoon Tongs Can opener Peeler Measuring cups Measuring spoons Grater Ext ext... It's a kitchen in a box And if you buy the tabs for your dishwasher, when you buy 2 you get a $5 gc, I used that on the set and it set me back $24 Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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