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Fathers Day Perfect Camping Gifts


Father’s Day is just around the corner, everyone is looking for something Dad doesn’t have! What could he use or what has he asked for before?

Making camping easy , fun and hassle free is what taking life easy is all about. Having things available to help with that, well, makes the experience even more enjoyable.

Not everyone likes to go camping and have to cook every meal. I love to cook while camping, but, certainly not every meal. Having the tools at hand makes preparation quick .

I used to be the one who made several trips inside the camper, always forgetting something. One of the best things we have found is this useful caddy, for storing utensils, spices, paper towels and more.

BBQ Grill and Picnic Caddy

Right now it’s 10% off https://amzn.to/4mO3JPP

We have a few tables we set up at our site to use for the ice maker, radio and more. This table makes having or using an outdoor kitchen more manageable. With zipper. Posited to stow away dishes, flatware, napkins and daytime snacks. I would never leave door in it overnight or unattended.

Easy to fold away for carrying and for camper or truck storage.

Camping table with storage

Extendable table with storage https://amzn.to/4kqZuIi

I’m not sure hi ow many times we have used this next item at camp, but, at home it has become invaluable. We use all Ryobi tools because the batteries are interchangeable. You can see me blowing off our rug at the campsite, small pebbles and leaves are no match for me! I’ll Link it below too, but, our fave is this Ryobi battery operated fan.

Recently we had a power outage due to tornadoes. It saved us during a slightly warm evening . Useful for those who boondock too! There is a shelf sitting one and one that clamps. Both could be handy depending on your situation.

This one has the battery out which includes an extra charger, perfect if you’re already a Ryobi fan….pun intended lol.

Ryobi Fan Kit

The clip on is perfect for bunk areas in a camper where an extra breeze is needed or for those women over fifty who get the hot flashes like myself. Either way, it’s sure to do the trick

Ryobi clamp on fan

Small enough to carry under the belly of our 16 foot Wolf Pup, I love this portable leaf blower , easy to use and lightweight. does the job we need for our camp area to keep it clean.

Ryobi portable leaf blower

The most recent lifesaver is a power inverter. I never understood what these were until our home power went out form the recent North Alabama tornadoes. Granted, only six hours, but , this was the handiest tool of all. Charge your phones, power lamps and much more from the battery pack. We have extra power supplies so we are always prepared. A great gift for the man or woman who has everything. They may not think to buy this for themselves.

This non Ryobi but compatible inverter has a two pack available now. One for home and one for the camper. At just $59.99 for a limited time, you can’t miss!

Power inverter compatible with Ryobi

The next item is the most used at our campsite . Our Blackstone griddle does everything we need for breakfast and dinner. We snack at lunchtime, how about you?

We have had ours for four years and absolutely could not be happier . Surface area is enough for us and a few guests . We have the stand , but, you can use on a table like a concrete one available at most campgrounds.

There are many sizes and options available, this is ours along with the legs.

Blackstone 22” griddle

If you don’t have outside speakers on your camper or you’re just chilling on a lake for a fishing day, this little JBL speaker comes in handy great sound at a great price!

JBL Speaker

As often as we use our phone, we have multiple charges in varying places. This retractable charger is handy. The cords aren’t hanging out everywhere and you could also use it inside your camper as well as your tow vehicle.

Retractable Car Charger

Want a comfy chair, even for the biggest guy? This one fits the bill. A gift to my husband three years ago, the size does matter. It’s large enough for two kids or a larger person. Up to 400lb capacity and a handy side table to hold the phone or binoculars.

Anti Gravity Chair 400 lb capacity

These are just a few of our favorites we have purchased and used. If you decide to purchase for your Dad, friend, grandpa or yourself,we do earn a small commission as an Amazon Associate.

Have a great day celebrating Dad, Grandpa and all those step up dads out there!

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Camper Must Haves Amazon Hot Deals and Valentine Picks


What’s your sweetie need this Valentines Day?

Buy something they will really use while enjoying the great outdoors .

I often see posts on Facebook in camper groups about what are the must haves when you were first starting out with your new camper. Everyone always suggests camping in the driveway for the first time and go with what you have already in there. This is a wonderful idea and exactly what we did. You will start to see your needs as you do your daily tasks. What types of items will be essential for your first camping trip? Read through to find out more.

As an Amazon associate any links that I provide in my blog will direct you to the Amazon site. Purchase is made may provide me with a small incentive if you make a purchase through that link. Click any of the photos to start shopping for your camper finds.

Amazon Camping Must Haves includes this wonderful grill set that has everything you need!

We typically go where there is water and electric hook up , occasionally we Boondock when we are out west on BLM lands. We prefer to cook outside and only inside when it’s raining. So what we have for a cooking basics is very important to how we love to cook. We keep storage straightforward and simple. Everything has to stack beneath the dinette and, items we use to prep must be collapsible. We have managed this quite well so far!

Three years ago for my birthday, my wonderful husband got the Blackstone 22 inch griddle. I prefer this over any other cooking method while at the campground have you tried it? What do you think? I do breakfast, like frittatas, hash browns and sausage with plenty of room to move things around for their own space.n There are numerous accessories for this grill and other Blackstone versions. We have the griddle stand which enables mobility to a picnic table if you choose.

We also have a vintage Coleman camp stove, two burner with propane can hookup. My husband used this one as a child. We recommend everyone have this as a survival tool as well.

Essential for everyday campers or backpackers

We have an assortment of kitchen tools, and we got a couple of sets that we carry with us for camping that we got as wedding gifts four years ago . It has a variety of tools for any type of grills. Funny story on that, some people did not believe what we had on our Amazon wedding registry. It was all camping items. After all, we were in our mid fifties and had all that home decor stuff. We were ready for fun items.

This one has everything you could possibly need for cast-iron cookware or grill top. If you’re taking a charcoal grill with you that has the grid top. You could use this as well. Brush spatula meat, fork, tongs, corn, skewers, and so much more we find it to be the ultimate set.

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We keep clean up easy with a collapsible dishpan and dish drainer. Fold it flat and stow it away!

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There are so many ways to stay organized when you’re camping. If you’re not already a prepared chef, it can be hard to carry things in and out if you love to cook outside. We started with a tray, passing it through the door. How many times must we go in and out for one meal? So, an outdoor kitchen or storage area has saved the day. Keeps everything clean and dust free and at hand. Your tools, plates and seasoning are at your fingertips.

Outdoor Storage and Camp Table

Let’s get organized!

We recommend this one , because it has roll up covers on compartments and keeps critters out of your belongings. A sturdy area for your Blackstone too. We love to see raccoons and squirrels when we camp, but, who needs those pesky buggers trying to mess with your utensils and more?! We only use this with food inside during awake time. Otherwise, you’re just inviting Rocky and friends to the party, am I right?

No one invited you for dinner!

Whatever you love to do in the great outdoors, hiking, relaxing or just getting away, remember ……” Take Life Easy from Home to Camp”

Have a great day!

Patty and David The Wayward Travellers

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Our Favorite Camping Necessities


Check out this Idea List on Amazon: Camping Travel Necessities by Patty Pickens https://a.co/hol7A12 Here is out link to favorites!

I wanted to share some of our favorite things we have used and currently have in the camper. This is not a comprehensive list but it is some thing that everyone could use if you don’t know where to start!

Travel

LONG TIME GONE


What’s been going on lately?

It’s been a long time since I posted any of our travels, no particular reason, but maybe it’s because I was working in retail. That will do it, wear you out, walking all over a big box store, moving, running, lifting all of the above. I was done with it! I had been in retail, mainly as a manager since 1981, yep, that’s how old I am. I was starting to feel it too. Someone I had connected with previously on Linkedin,, contacted me about a position as a stylist. Clothing you mean, I can do that! I love clothes, I love to shop. After three interviews, various documents, many weeks of waiting and a pay cut, I now had a work from home job. Me, who laughed about the change during Covid initially in March of 2020, it seems so long ago. I was working for Belk as a manager, I loved the job and the people, I did not like being tired all the time. Is it age or is it work? I found after just two weeks, it was the work.

I actually have a subscription to my tried-and-true friend of the below, Bio Freeze, when it comes to quick relief, this is what I keep on the bedside in camper and at home. I will be honest, I do not need it as much anymore, but it is a lifesaver for quick relief.

In February of 2022, hang on let me back up, in July of 2021, we started selling on Amazon, fairly small time. Kitchen goods, food, Halloween and Christmas. Retail arbitrage mostly. It was a good extra income. Now, February, we got into watching thrifting, Goodwill, yard sales and assorted resale videos. We already loved thrifting, this can’t be hard, right? And, now Ebay as another income source. I have inventory organized in excel, labeled totes and soon a storage building. We now have an antique booth too, at El-Maries Antiques and Art Marketplace in Hartselle Al. Our booth is The Purple Crayon more on that later about the name and why. All of this was the catalyst for taking the at home job with Amazon. We wanted to be self-sufficient, two people on an adventure. Being able to travel, work on the road if needed and eventually have a brand. The brand part hasn’t happened yet, we have ideas though. I am currently working on logos, getting the right picture of what our products will be. Home 2 Camp is our Amazon name, and the plan is to have products used for camping, storage, kitchen pet supplies etc. Easy travel items for the organized camper.

We love to camp! In March 2019, I bought a camper for my 55th birthday, see I am that old. We did not want anything too large, just enough for sleep, cook in an emergency and a bathroom. The Forest River Wolf Pup HQ is what we finally settled on buying. It still is perfect for us. We did not want a huge payment to add to no debt, so, it was the 16 foot trailer we purchased.

I know I am all over the place here but getting to now is an adventure in itself. The goal is still to travel as many places as possible and do it sooner than later. Current situation is I am working from home with Amazon, set up in my already office for crafts, lol, and so far, so good. I have yet to work on the road. That may happen during October on a vacation we have tentatively planned.

So, catching you up on the latest was my goal here. We have only travelled locally lately, but I will be doing a post on our last long trip here soon. I am also going to start rating products we have received and purchased for our camping trips and storage. I will only post things we have actually used so the review will be honest.

Stay tuned for another post for Two People on an Adventure!