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Van Life Essentials 2024

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Essentials you'll need for either full-time Van life of the occasional camping trip! Am I missing anything here?
 
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I love their products! I have 2 and they are also great for when the power goes out! Definitely a must have when we go camping!
BLUETTI AC200MAX Expandable Power Station
 
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these barely take any power and take the chill off on cold nights. My dogs love them too!
12v Heated Blanket
 
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it's nice to have these, especially for full-time van lifers, which is my goal for next Winter!
Amazon.com : Outdoor Camping Cookware Set ...
 
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Sadly, I don't have one yet, but it's on my watch list! Anyone love theirs? Tell me below!
Yeti Coolers: Premium Durability & Insulation
 
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Two options for fuel. Light and compact!
Guide Series® Dual Fuel™ Stove
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These seem more sturdy. Especially if you're around dogs or kids…
Top Rated Camp Stoves | REI Co-op
 
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Jumping on the Stanley trend, lol. Just kidding! Been using them for most of my life! Love my Stanley, even before it was trendy!
Stanley Adventure Quencher H2.0 Travel Tumbler | 40 oz
 
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I can't help it, I love everything that makes life cozy and comforting. Including a nice outdoor rug in front of my van. Makes it feel homey!
Outdoor Camping Rugs
 
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These are great space savers! I use for clothes, sheets, blankets, dish towels or whatever! They stowaway easily!
Compression Packing Cubes for Travel - Luggage ...
 
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I was able to cut and make 6 curtains out of 2 panels and if you're not a sewer, get some hem tape or a glue gun! Easy peasy!
100% Blackout Window Curtain Panels, Cold ...
 
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a must have for unexpected slamming of the brakes…
Dog Seat Belt
 
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great for cooking meals on while sitting on your camp chair.
Best Camping Tables
 
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these are key for doing campside dishes.
2 Pack Collapsible Sink with 2.25 Gal / 8.5L ...
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I prefer two cup holders. One for beer and one for my cell phone, lol
Lightweight, Portable & Folding Camp Chairs - REI
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I much prefer real dishes to throw away plates and cups.
Camp Dinnerware
 
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do not leave home without a jumper box. you just never know!
Jump Starters
 
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you may never need it, but you may! small and compact.
First Aid Kit
 
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Make sure you'll be warm enough!
Sleeping Bags: Packable, Mummy, Light Weight & 0 Degree
 
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I use this when the power goes out in my little cabin too! Just make sure you've got a little ventilation.
Mr. Heater Big Buddy in Mr. Heater(16)
 
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Home Depot has a great selection!
Propane Tanks - Grilling Fuels
 
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cute doggy tent for daytime naps! :)
Dog Tent Bed