With it comping up on one year since I first got my trailer, here is a list of 10 items I always double check on my list.

1. Milwuakee Tool Bag

Inside my tool bag I carry basic handy tools as anyone would need around their house. Philiphs head screwdrivers, ratchet set, levels, screws, a drill, and various other drill bits. While I may not be needed everyday, it sure is handy when you do need it.

2. Starlink

As a solo female traveler, not having service is not the best way to go about your day. Luckily, I had only been in a couple of situations without service (thankfully once I was with my brother). My dad quickly suggested buying Starlink so I could always have a way to keep in contact with someone at all times.

3. Air pump

On one of my first big solo trips, at my first destination I ran over a huge nail and drove the rest of the weed with a nail in my tire (thank you anxiety for resting on my shoulders that entire trip). I had gone to tire shops and everyone said I was fine and it was the elavation (well they were wrong). Anyways, if I had an air pump at that time I could have determined I had a nail in my tire by watching the tire pressure and having hard proof rather than listening to personal opinions without doing an thorough search (went to two tire shops!). Lessons are always learned the hard way right.

4. Jackery Power Station

You will never regret carrying a power station with you. There has been a situation where I arrived at a campsite thinking I had power, but due to some miscommunication, I was left without power in the cold. Luckily enough, I brought my Jackery power station and could operate just fine until I found power again.

A power station is great not only for emergencies, but also if you want to plug something in and you're not right next to your Airstream or camper.

5. Bug Cleaner for Windshields

I did not realize how many bugs will cover your windshield and front of your trailer when towing for a long time. When my mom and I traveled to Paso Robles, we arrived and there was an disgusting amount of bugs smeared everywhere. Time after time, I finally got annoyed and bought this bug cleaner without any remose.

6. Fishing Gear

Before leaving for every trip, I always make sure to grab two fishing poles already with their reels, my tackle vest (which is usually kept in the Airstream), as well as a cooler, net, ziplock bags, and my fillet knife. Ideally I also bring my fishing paddleboard with me, but not every lake is so paddle-board friendly, so I choose my battles with that one. If I leave any bait or line at home, I am never concerned as all tackle shops can assist you.

7. Mini Shop Vac

When I first started traveling I thought life would be a little more dirty, but to my surprise (as with most things), it just depends on what exactly you are doing and where you are going. When I camped off-grid in Joshua Tree cleanliness was out the door because dust and dirt is EVERYWHERE. Meanwhile, when I went to Santa Cruz, I had full-hook and a stayed at a well-kept, paved KOA RV site so dirty rarely got in. Now when I was in Redding, leaves were absolutely everywhere and I couldn't control.

To get all the crumps and have a fully clean floor I love to bring a mini shop VAC for its duality purposes. Sometimes I bring my paddleboard, so the shop VAC is a great option!

8. SoloStove

My SoloStove is one of my favorite items my dad has bought me. The smokeless fire pit is lightweight, easy to manage, comes with a travel bag and great tools for maintaining your fire. From roasting S'mores to hot dogs, I do believe you woukd love a Solo Stove too.

9. Disposable and Work Gloves

This may sound silly to some, I carry both disposable gloves for when I'm messing with the sewer hose or anything nasty and a pair of work gloves for when I'm working on something in the cold. I have learned it is best to always carry those items.

10. Feminine Health Bag

Us ladies have to come prepare, because I definetly have ran into lady issues while on the road (and that's just how life goes sometimes!) I always make sure I carry a change of underwear, sanitary wipes and pads, deoderant, allergy pills, advil, and eye drops. (I have bad allergies so I ALWAYS need to be ready).

Conclusion
I hope you found at leats one useful item you might consider adding to your essentials because I am ALWAYS looking for new ways to make traveling easier on myself and whoever I choose to bring with me at any given time!

Happy and safe traveling!