RV Camping Essentials! Tips for Organizing Them and More Kitchen Storage Mods!

Getting everything packed into a 20 foot camper and not forgetting anything can sometimes be a little difficult. This is the second of our videos and today, Troy goes over the essential items he always packs for the outside and gives you some tips on getting everything organized. We also do a few more kitchen storage mods on the inside including a pullout trash can.
As always - thanks for watching - we truly appreciate it!
Please reach out if you have any questions and have a great week!
Items mentioned that we are very happy with but if you have any questions about any of the other items mentioned, please reach out in the comments:
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Blue Zero G Water Hose (we use 25ft for water)
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Gray Zero G Water Hose (we use 25ft for black tank flush)
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Valterra Water Regulator
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Camco Inline Water Filter
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Wrap It Velcro Straps
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Aluminum Foldable Camp Table (seen in the video)
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Gray/White 4x6 Rug (see in the video)
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Collapsible Trash Can for Outside
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Since the video was made we have started using this table (although we still have the aluminum one)
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Camco 50 to 30 Amp Adapter
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Camco 15 Amp to 30 Amp Adapter
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Progressive Industries Surge Protector (they now have one with a cover)
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*This video is for entertainment purposes only as we are not RV experts. We are sharing our thoughts and ideas based on our experiences but we always recommend doing your own research and coming to your own conclusions on your camping and RV needs!

[@Rockhound6165]

Just a bit of advice I rarely see in RV videos and that's to make sure you have backups. Now, you're camper is small and doesn't have a ton of space but this is essential in my opinion. Here's what I have backups for: service line, water hose, sewer hose. I've run into parks where all 3 were needed at one time or another or in 1 case all 3 were needed on 1 trip. I realized the back up on our very first trip when the fresh water hookup was by the cab and not the pedestal like it is in most parks. Thankfully we were close to home and my father in law ran out an extra water hose.

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

That is excellent advice. We have never needed extras of those until our recent trip. The way the site was set up, we had to choose whether we wanted to park the camper close enough for electric or water because of how it was situated. As it was overnight only - we chose electric lol. But - having an extra hose would have been nice! So agree - if you have the room, having that extra length is a good idea. Thanks for the watch!

[@lisamarie5907]

Awesome tips and fantastic comments to learn more 😁 Thank you for taking the time to make these videos, you guys are great!

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you for taking the time to watch - much appreciated!

[@IAmFredTheTraveler]

This KZbin channel has such a perfect name! Sounds cool!

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you!

[@georgec.5284]

I like how you started your walk-through from the inside of mother-in-law suite :)

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Hahahaha!

[@karenwoodruff3533]

Great video! Very helpful! Man you’re in good shape! I would have a hard time climbing through that right now! That’s it, I’m going to get back physically fit!!!

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you and glad you found it helpful. Have to say - not sure I could crawl through that again lol. Luckily for me, we installed some sliding baskets on one side so makes it no longer an option! Thanks for the watch!

[@bobmueller8192]

Thank you for sharing all the tips. I especially appreciate Troy showing us the tools you have.

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you for watching! Glad you found them helpful. Happy camping!

[@mariegardiner7034]

The pool noodle scene was awesome in 1.5x lol

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Haha! Thank you!

[@Jsh465]

I actually laughed out loud.

[@annej5699]

With your slide for the kitchen trash bucket it looks like you could also add a small basket on the slide behind the trash bucket to hold tall skinny things, like rolls of trash bags or sunscreen & bug repellent.

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Yes - great idea! Exactly what we were thinking. Just haven't gotten around to planning and building yet - but on our list of projects haha. We may just attach another plastic container if we can find exactly what we want. Thanks for watching!

[@lindas3832]

Love the trash can fitting!

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you! Still working for us with no issues! Appreciate the watch!

[@puggsandgunsandthings]

Great video guys! On my Jeep Rubi, I have mounted black abs 4" Dia tubing with one end glued and the other not but closed with screw on cap. Where you mounted the carpet hangers was where I was going to put the brooms ( collapsible) , then another mounted for fishing poles and ham radio antenna. But I am going to use your idea for the same thing you did it for. Hopefully 28 more days and I get mine. Thank you again for the video and I can't wait to see your guys thoughts on solar generators. I think I'm going that route instead of portable gas running generator . Have a wonderful week guys!

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Evening Leo! Thanks for watching! Those are great ideas especially for the fishing poles and we may have to think about that broom idea - thanks! We actually bought some 4" tubing to use for the rug but unfortunately it was just a bit too big rolled up to fit. Then we thought of just using the plumbing straps and it looks to work. Hope the next 28 days go fast and you are out on the road soon! Have a great week.

[@WhyWait]

Hey Troy and Linda! Good video with lots of good points that will help people out for sure.

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thanks! Hope you guys are doing well - finally some better weather and good time to get on the road! Safe travels out there!

[@oregoncoastmama3004]

Great job! So thorough!! I'll be showing this video to my husband. We will be getting our own travel trailer soon.

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you! Truly appreciate that. Will you be getting a GeoPro / Epro?

[@LivingtheSilverLife]

We don't have a 30 amp from 110 adapter. We need to get one of those for moochdocking. You and Bill would get along great. You and he must have been in boy scouts together. LOL. We've been pretty lucky. Bill's been able to fix everything that's gone wrong in the camper and RV. Hope we continue to be able to do that. Sounds like you can fix just about anything too. Really like your slide out for your trash cans and screwing the bottom down. Great idea. Safe travels. Bill and DeAnna

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

We have only used the adapter once but was nice to have! Haha - wasn’t actually in Boy Scouts but we do love to tinker with things. Have broken our fair share so have to learn how to fix! Maybe someday will be in the same area and can do a meetup. In the meantime - stay safe out there!

[@Enlightened77777]

I thought the dog was a shaggy pillow until it moved 😂

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

HAHAHA! Surprisingly (maybe not!) this is not the first time he has been mistaken for a pillow or rug! Thanks for watching!

[@RoseOriginals]

Lots of helpful tips! Though I have to admit that my favorite part is Desi hitting the bell! :)

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you - glad you found it helpful! And ha! He does love to work for treats!!

[@GregSteinbrenner]

Leaf blower is great for getting a fire going.

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Very true! We are thinking of getting the smaller dewalt one that breaks down - easier to carry and pack. Thanks for watching!

[@jlebron6997]

Great video, wish I would've seen it sooner, just found out about the awning the hard way lol.

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Oooohhh - not a fun experience lol! Have done it a few times. Those pool noodles are definitely an essential! Thanks for watching!

[@JimboInTheHouse1]

It would be a great space to store your roll of trash bags, behind the can.

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Yes! That is exactly what we use it for now. Working on a plan to also store foil, saran…. Thanks for watching!

[@veronicavillarreal712]

You two are awesome. So glad I found you two.

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you! Appreciate the watch!

[@gampy5445]

I like how you loaded the front keeping weight down. Boy took two months to get mine they are a hot commodity. I’m in the Puget Sound area not a ton of these around. I’ll stay tuned to your next video they help a lot.

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Good evening and thanks for watching! Yes - it is crazy how these are in such short supply. We have heard of some people waiting 4+ months for them. We have not made our way up towards Washington yet but definitely on the list as it is beautiful country. You will have some great camping places for sure! Have a great week!

[@lydialangfordjoiner765]

Great tips! Thank you so much-

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you! And thanks for watching!

[@sbollinger37]

Your intro music is AWESOME !

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Lol - thank you!!!

[@ed8377]

great info for a future travel trailer newbie!

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@richarddietzen3137]

Well worth watching.

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thanks for watching - appreciate it!

[@nicoleadderley975]

Some great ideas for sure! Thank you for sharing

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you! And thanks for watching!

[@danielcoleman9976]

Awesome job guys

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you! Appreciate the watch.

[@jimbuckley4986]

Great helpful video. Thanks. Subscribed

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you! And thank you for subscribing - much appreciated!

[@ilovetotri23]

Air fryer? My husband and I love our home air fryer!!! I have looked at some smaller air fryers for our 19FDS.

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

The Dash mini line actually has a small air fryer. We haven’t purchased (yet haha) but someone mentioned it to us and they said they were very happy with it!

[@peterrowe3509]

Try Flatout International's Multireels for your hoses & extension cords.😁

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you for the tip - will take a look at those! (Always looking for a good gadget haha)

[@kellispreppingkitchen]

Thank you for sharing!

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you for watching!

[@thathomemademom]

Oh! I was the 1000 like! Great vid. Can you tell me more about that outside wall mounted folding table?

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Ha!! Thank you for the like!! So the outside table came standard with the camper. I believe some people have contacted Forest River to get one as well (some have added a second).

[@debbiea7962]

We are purchasing a 2024 EP20FBS and I am finding your vids are so informational. I know this isn't part of this particular video, but would you know what size bed comes with the camper? I would like to order a mattress topper and sheets and I don't know where to begin. Thank you!!

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Hi - thank you for being a viewer! I looked online and the Forest River website has it as a full size - 54x74 on the floor plan. Cant say for sure as we havent been in the 20fbs except one time, but have found the website with the floor plans to be pretty accurate. Hope that helps!

[@jhm68]

Love my zero G hoses

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

So do we! Have our original set for over 5 years and they still work great. Thanks for watching!

[@belindaolvera3501]

Thank you for your video

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you for watching! Much appreciated!

[@SmashBroToonLink]

Oh mercy!

[@i8zmnm]

Do you have links you can share for the surge protector and the 50 to 30 converter? Particularly the surge protector. I’ve tried to research those a few times but I got hopelessly tangled in all the options. Thanks in advance I really appreciate your videos.

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

No problem. We bought both from Amazon so have linked them below. The surge protector isn't the most expensive you can buy but we have been happy with it so far. We are careful though and try and avoid RV parks that don't seem to keep their electrical in good condition. Hope these help. Thanks for watching - we truly appreciate you taking the time! www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BUTDCA?pf_rd_r=5WQHG6AQW4D7Y0KQA55D&pf_rd_p=5ae2c7f8-e0c6-4f35-9071-dc3240e894a8&pd_rd_r=7c38093c-f00f-4bbe-99ac-62e5ff0b7814&pd_rd_w=jqA56&pd_rd_wg=0WoIt&ref_=pd_gw_unk&th=1 www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015G2YYN0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@Dingerific]

Good mods. Keep extra garbage bags or paper towel behind the can...?

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thanks! Both of those are a great idea. Its on our list to do a tweak to that this week. Been working on a kitchen “remodel”! Thanks for watching!

[@nicabby]

Hey guys - love your channel. Was wondering if you ever took any courses to learn how to take care of your RV or road safety - etc. My husband and I are thinking of entering the RV life but don't know where to start! Thanks for any advice!

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Hi! Thanks for watching! So we haven’t. We started out with a class C motorhome 5 years ago and it was an older camper. Because it was older, we couldn’t find any information on line so much of our learning was trial and error! But, we watched ALOT of KZbin and researched and read articles online. But, if you have RV shows near you - they will have free seminars (typically with admission)- usually around 30 mins each where they will cover a variety of topics. Hope that helps!

[@franksierra2200]

Hello, you guys have really helped me tremendously. Thank you.. what size outside mat do you have? Where did you purchase it?

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you - so glad the videos have been helpful! The mat is a 4x6 and is a plastic so easy to keep clean. It is big enough to have a nice step off but if we had to do over - might go a bit bigger. But it does fit nice in pass thru storage. We bought it from Amazon - its called the DII outdoor rug. Thanks for being a viewer!

[@KateD]

Thanks so much!! I'm learning so much from you. I've already purchased a number of things you've recommended although haven't got an extension cord yet. What length do you recommend? I'll share this video with my son so he can help me navigate some of the tool recommendations. I'm learning as I go!! Wishing you a safe and happy week away!!

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Kate - good evening! Thank you for watching and the positive comment! So glad you have found the videos helpful and please reach out if you have any questions on anything. You can also contact us through our Facebook page - Wines, Pines and Canines. For the extension cord - we have a 25 foot one and have found so far that it works fine and we haven't needed a longer one. Thank you for the well wishes and we are looking forward to our trip! You also have a great week!

[@KateD]

@@WinesPinesandCanines Thanks for letting me know about the extension cord. Off to find your Facebook page!

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Not much to see yet - working on some ideas but feel free to message us if you have any questions!

[@chade74]

Got 75 ft of coax cable. Guess what I use?? Yep, a cord winder. 8 bucks on amazon.

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Great tip! Thank you!

[@Breeto]

Thanks for another great video! Do you know where I can buy one of those rail mounted tables that you remove at 9:55 in the video?

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Hi - thank you for watching! So the metal table came with the camper. You may be able to contact Forest River parts dept and get one if you have a GeoPro / Epro serial number. If not, you could likely go through a dealer of Rockwood and they may be able to order one for you. Let us know if those don’t work and we can do a little digging!

[@Breeto]

@@WinesPinesandCanines Good suggestions. I'll start there and see how it goes. Thanks!

[@21methodist]

I am subscribing your channel and waiting for my 2021 19FBS Thanks for sharing your stuffs. What is the name of the drill and sockets for a stabilizer and a tire?

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you for the subscribe! The drill is a Dewalt 12V drill. The socket for the stabilizer was given to us by the dealer - I believe it is a Camco 3/4" adapter but let me check and I will let you know for sure. For the tires - I think Forest River has changed the tires on the 2021's - I would verify with the dealer when it comes in what size you need just to be sure. Will let you know on the stabilizer in the next few days. Thanks for watching!

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Hi! It is a Camco 3/4 adapter for the stabilizers. Here is the link. www.amazon.com/Camco-Leveling-Scissor-Adapter-57363/dp/B001V8U12M/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=3%2F4+camco+adapter&qid=1618074466&sr=8-1

[@lhaley3]

Hi Troy and Linda! I purchased a 20FBS a week ago and, being the organization freak that I am, already installed pipe straps in the storage area like Troy did. I used the same metal to metal screws that Troy recommended but I noticed that the screws begin to back out with enough vibration/rattling. Have you encountered the same issue? If so, what remedy would you recommend? Thanks for the helpful videos!

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Hi! Thanks for watching and congrats on the new camper! Hope you have a good first trip planned! So, I double checked tonight as we just returned from a 3000 mile trip over some rough north eastern roads! Looks like everything held up fine but I do only have a rug hanging in them. I have also found that regular screws have been working fine to hold the paneling up in the storage bay. But I think the first thing that I would try if mine do start to loosen is loctite. Hope that helps!

[@ssds1991]

Where did you purchase the camping mat at

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Hi! Amazon - I added it to the description. It comes in different colors and it is 4x6. Not huge but a nice size to go under the steps and give a nice stepping off area. Thanks for watching!

[@Turtle3863]

Nice trash can mod.

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thanks! Hope you are able to get out and travel some with the weather around the country finally warming up!

[@Turtle3863]

@@WinesPinesandCanines we have already been out once’s for a one nighter, video of that in a week or so. Hope to de winterize and get out in mid April as well

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

More than us! It has been an extremely rainy winter here in the south. Finally getting out in the next week - decided rain or shine (combo of both haha) we were heading out. Safe travels!

[@darrenhickman2356]

What brand are your camping chairs? Thanks!

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

So the ones in this video were Coleman Patio Sling ones. We had them for almost 5 years before one of them broke (the bolt on one of the legs went and we weren't able to easily fix). The other we still have. But, we ended up replacing them with the GCI Rockers that we saw at an RV show. Thank you for watching!

[@ShariPosey]

Does having a drinking water safe hose really make a difference or is that hype? (I noticed you don't have that kind.) Also, I noticed the connection size of both hoses is different. Are those specific? (We are picking up our new E-Pro trailer this month, so I'm shopping like crazy.)

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Congrats on the new camper! For the hoses - when we started camping a number of years ago we did have the standard white hose for drinking water but then stumbled upon the Zero G hoses. They just take up much less room. The blue one we do use for the fresh water and it is labeled as safe for drinking water. But - we don’t drink from the tap (city or tank) but bring bottled water. And we do have an outside and inside filter as well. The other zero g hose is a gray one and that is used for the black tank flush. They both have the same connection but I may have had the water pressure reducer still on the one (campground water pressure can be strong). If you search “camco water pressure regulator” on Amazon, it should be about $10. Some come with a gauge but are a bit more expensive. Hope that helps! Thanks for watching.

[@kiarabrandt6724]

Hi great videos!!! I got a question for you though. I have been following you and decided to get a Geo Pro19fd? On the front of the trailer on the driver's side there is an obnoxious white light that is on 24/7 on mine. Would you happen to have this problem with yours?

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Hi! Thanks for watching - appreciate it! The 19FD is another very popular model online - we have seen a lot of mods online for it as well. How are you liking it so far? For the light - we don’t have any lights that are on 24/7 but when you say drivers side - do you mean the side of the camper or the drivers side on the front of the camper? If you want to take a picture and email it to us at [e-mail], we will take a look and see if the light is also on our camper and if we know how to turn off.

[@kiarabrandt6724]

@@WinesPinesandCanines thank you I will do that.

[@CampsiteCruising]

Enjoyed this video and all that you shared. It’s always great to see and learn something new. If you ever get time swing by our page. Safe travels!

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Thank you! Will check it out - we also enjoy seeing others ideas and tips for camping!

[@jshelton2083]

What surge protector do you have

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Hi! This is the one we use (bought from Amazon) - Progressive Industries 30 Amp Portable RV Smart Surge Protector - SSP-30X. It’s not the most expensive but has saved us quite a few times at campgrounds by alerting us to an issue with the pedestals. Thanks for watching!

[@MyMaxKitty]

7:24 😅🤣😂

[@WinesPinesandCanines]

Ha! That has happened more than we would like lol. Thanks for watching!

[@alanbailey1696]

It's a trailer not a "camper." (a camper sits in a truck bed) Good info however...