Check List for Road Trips

[DonnaR57]

We had a request, in another forum, for a trip packing check list. I keep such a list handy on my computer at all times. Each trip, I print it out, cross off anything that isn't needed for that particular trip, and we check off as we go. Bear in mind, if you choose to use my list as a start, that we often travel in a pickup with a camper shell, so we have loads of room to carry stuff without cramping us in the cab. Feel free to highlight, copy (Ctrl-C), and paste (Ctrl-V) onto your own word processing software. Then edit to meet your own needs (for instance, you may not travel with your own coffee pot and makings, like we do).

CAR

maps, Tour Books
GPS/charging cords
snacks
sunglasses
Bluetooth (2)
journal (long trip), pen
cooler (see food)
First Aid Kit
rags, tools
Windex, paper towels
“meds bag”

CLOTHING, COSMETICS, PERSONAL CARE

ELECTRONICS/HOBBIES

laptop, charging cord, mouse
Ethernet cord
cameras, batteries, charging cord, USB cord
blank DVD-R's or CD's (long trip)
cellphones, charging cords (AC/DC)
Kindles, charging cords
reading material (other than Kindle)
puzzle books
pen and notebook
iPod & charger
CD Walkman/adapter for truck
2-to-1 adapter 12-volt car charger
pedometer, USB cord

OTHER TO CONSIDER

medications
vitamins
OTC medications
hiking type backpack
water bottle fanny packs (2, hiking)
camping type chairs
pool towels
sunscreen

FOOD / PREPARATION

induction burner
fry pan, saucepan, lid
spatula
plastic measuring cup
plates/paper plates
bowls
plastic cups/paper cups
silverware
serving spoon, can opener
coffee maker
coffee mugs
travel mugs
sugar / Blue Sugar
creamer / powdered creamer
coffee grinder
coffee filters
coffee
dressing for salads
ketchup,mustard,mayo,sauces (pkts)
salt and pepper
onion powder, garlic powder
juices – grape, V-8, orange
bottled water
soda
commuter cups (for water/soda)(for coffee)


THINGS TO DO BEFORE DEPARTURE:

get maps, books, from AAA
clean out vehicle
hold mail (must do at PO if more than 30 days)
get neighbors to pick up weekly paper & flyers
deal with pet
get vehicle serviced
call bank, file Travel Plan
light on timer
security company

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(Mod Edit: There is a longer list of gear that many of us carry on road trips and that list can be viewed here. This link was originally a car camping gear list -- but as you will discover as you read through it, it has morphed into a general road tripping gear list)