Quote: Originally posted by robnchar on 28/2/2013
Am i the only one who dosn't have a list or just maybe ive been doing this camping thing for to many years !
no i dont have a list either ....not because i have been camping for many years but because i dont actually have time to make a list....we just put it all in the back of the car and if we have forgotten something we buy another one or go without .... simples
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:o) gillychick
Willows - Laceby March
Lee Valley - London May
Nanctol Wales June
Croatia September
undecided October
Yep it's all about being organised, like others we run a check list, which is currently at 4 pages of A4 large text of course.
Also we have 6 of the 42lt "Really Usefull Box's" sadly labelled 1 to 6.
We use the Box's to store all the smaller items, and in actual fact only ever take 4 of the 6 Box's with us.
If there is somthing in a 42lt "Really Useful Box" then it's camping related.
Another reason for choosing that particular Box is that two side by side fit perfectly into our 110cm wide Trailer, with 2 on top.
The "Really Useful Box's" are far stronger than the cheap plastic box's you find in Wilkinsons etc, and the 42lt size also make for adhoc seating and low tables when empty to mention just a few alternative uses.
Cheapest place for "Really Usefull Box's" is Makro followed by Staples, if not buying online.
Bought my last two from one of the Staples closing down stores back in January, £10 each bargain, Makro are around £12 inc VAT.
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------------- A tent is like a newborn born baby..... to some they all look the same..... but if its yours it's beautiful.
:o) gillychick
Willows - Laceby March
Lee Valley - London May
Nanctol Wales June
Croatia September
undecided October
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Quote: Originally posted by mariesimpson on 28/2/2013
Thanks so much everyone for your replies,after caravanning I have some idea of what to expect from the campsites here in Ireland.
My little Astra will hopefully morph into a tardis....kept expecting to see sofa and armchairs on the lists lol (thats definitely when camping turns into glamping!!)
Thanks a million everyone, you've been really helpful.
Marie
Paddys Weekend 2013 Rushin House Enniskillen
Summer 2013 an ambitious month in France!
I have 2 sofas, with throws and cushions (inflatable)...................and 2 footstools (b&m foldable box/seats).............
A day of all things motorhome and campervan. The show is held both in the main indoor arena and across the grounds. Catering, hot drinks and food options are available. Easy access to the site and free parking included. Win one of five pairs of day tickets
Topic: first time camping what to take
