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Tips for Camping in Your RV

Mar. 15 2024 Lifestyle By Sturgeon Motorsports & Trans Canada RV

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An RV is one of the best ways to camp because it offers the best of both tent camping and staying in a resort or hotel. However, planning a camping trip requires coordinating several elements, from campsite reservations to meal planning, towing, and logistics. Making it all go smoothly takes a little practice, but this short guide offers everything you need to learn the ins and outs of RV camping. Read on to learn how to make your next camping trip a success.

Planning

When it comes to the RV lifestyle, having a plan is always the best course of action. You’ll need to secure the basics, like when you’ll be going on vacation and where you’re planning to go. From there, you’ll be able to establish a budget and build a more concrete itinerary. Taking some time to solidify these basic plans will come in handy when it’s time to get to the more involved plans, such as meal planning and building a packing list.

Budget

Once you’ve created your itinerary and made reservations, it’s time to make a budget. Some of the most basic elements of a camping budget include:

  • Meals (both cooked and eaten in restaurants)
  • Fuel 
  • Entertainment/Activities
  • Recreational Rentals
  • Maintenance Fees
  • Emergency Fund

Packing

Every camping trip will have unique items you bring along specifically for the trip, but many campers develop a “master” camping list over the course of several trips. This list contains all the things you’ll need regardless of where you go, from propane and first-aid to safety supplies and kitchen pantry items. It’s helpful to keep a running document or spreadsheet for this list and then create a separate document for each specific trip.

Camping in an RV is a blast, but it goes much more smoothly if you prepare the right way. Try these tips the next time you head out! If your camper needs repairs, or if you’re looking for your first RV, stop by Sturgeon Motorsports & Trans Canada RV in Sturgeon Falls, ON. Our team of knowledgeable RVing experts is happy to serve all those in North Bay and Sudbury.