RV Accessories Canada – Preparing for Your First RV Trip

So it’s summer, you have an RV, and you’re feeling ready to hit the road and see what Canada has to offer. Before you get going, though, it would be wise to take a few steps back and carefully consider if you’re really prepared, especially if this is your first trip. Yes, you’ve already gone shopping at your nearest RV accessories Canada store, you have the maps and the GPS, and you’re itching to go.

However, a first-timer should always make sure the trip is properly planned, otherwise the entire journey will be ruined. It’s a romantic sentiment to just go out and take what life gives you, but without meticulous preparation, the romance of the trip will vanish quickly. Don’t avoid the planning stages; it allows you to anticipate and prepare for foreseeable issues.

For your first RV trip, we recommend booking a campsite several weeks or even months in advance. There’s nothing worse than trying to look for another option because the campsite you really wanted is already fully-booked. You’re not the only one with the bright idea to go on an RV trip for the summer, so make it your priority to reserve your spot at wherever place you’re planning to go.

Don’t forget to make sure, however, that the campsite you’re trying to make reservations for will have all the amenities you will need or want. A good campsite should have water and power sources at the very least. However, a lot of experienced campers will just stop by their favorite RV accessories Canada store to buy what they need, including power cords, water tanks, batteries, and a lot more.

A good idea would be to go on a short trip first before taking a long one. You should get used to handling your RV around corners, up and down hills, braking and accelerating, and parking it as well. The short trip will also let you know which items need to be secured inside and outside your RV. 

You should also get a detailed map of the area you’re planning to go through, and mark the locations of important places you might need to visit on your trip. Take note of the locations of gas stations, convenience stores, and dining spots as well.

When packing, consider that there are generally two categories of items you will be loading onto your bags and your RV: things you need to bring, and things you want to have with you. If you’re cramped for space, you might have to sacrifice a few items, but always make sure the important stuff you need will be on board the RV. For example, if you have to choose between bringing along that deluxe camping chair or the solar-powered charging system, that should be a no-brainer.

While you’re shopping at an RV accessories Canada store, try to find unbreakable pots and pans for your outdoor cookouts. Also get a first-aid kit, replacement light bulbs, a weather radio, and a GPS device (although most smartphones will already have a GPS of some kind). If you’re not sure what to add to your shopping list, you can always look for a handy list online or ask the staff of the store.