I've been preparing tonight for a three day camping trip, starting tomorrow. It amazes me how much "stuff" I keep in the van, especially non-perishable goods. As an ASI coversion, I have one small cupboard beneath the sink that has one shelf. Here's a list of what I have in just that one cupboard: Tea, coffee, sugar, hot chocolate, fruit bars, scooby snacks (graham crackers shaped like dog bones....DON'T ASK), oatmeal, dried fruit, jambalya rice mix, top ramen, marshmallows, soy sauce, olive oil, salad seasoning, soup, tuna, baby corn, garbanzo beans, tomatoes, black olives, black beans, white rice, kidney beans, salsa, mushrooms, plates, cups, wine glasses, storage containers, campers soap. Really, it's just a matter of figuring out menus for the weekend, then adding to what is already there. Throw the perishables in the fridge when I get off work tomorrow afternoon, and off I go. Everything I need to camp is kept in the van. Add some clothes & food, and she's ready to roll. It is so much easier than the tent camping I used to do! Of course things vary depending on whether it is summer or winter (I camp all year around) but it is nice to have things pre-packed. Does everyone do this? Or is your van unpacked when you get home? Ellen Lola, '85 Vanagon ASI
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