{"id":9395,"date":"2021-03-08T15:25:48","date_gmt":"2021-03-08T15:25:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebeast.blog\/?page_id=9395"},"modified":"2026-01-19T23:21:48","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T23:21:48","slug":"toys-follies-complete-list-6","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.thebeast.blog\/?page_id=9395","title":{"rendered":"Trip planning & logistics list 5."},"content":{"rendered":"

Our essentials lists.
\n<\/strong><\/h4>\n

 \u201cO0ur<\/span><\/span><\/strong>Listed below are the basic items we expect to be packing in the van on our trips. The list will probably evolve over time as we learn more and will differ slightly depending on the time of year and nature of the trip.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\n
Items in \u201cBlack\u201d will probably be taken on all trips.
\nItems in \u201cGrey\u201d<\/span> only when we think necessary or longer trips.
\nItems in \u201cbrown\u201d<\/span> are under construction.
\nItems in \u201cMauve\u201c<\/span> need to be upgraded, replaced, or are under construction.
\nItems in \u201cI<\/em>talics<\/em><\/span>\u201d<\/span> we currently take or restock from home on each trip.
\n<\/strong>
\nI will add the links to reviews and more information ASAP.<\/span>
\n<\/strong><\/h6>\n

    For the Van.<\/span>
\n<\/em><\/strong>Spare fuel,<\/a> (5L or 10L until the second fuel tank is fitted).<\/span><\/strong>
\nOil.<\/strong>
\nWater<\/a>, <\/em>(Additional to drinking water, dependent on the type of trip).
\n<\/span>Windscreen Squeegee.
\nWindscreen microfiber demist pad. <\/strong>
\nDe-icier,<\/span> (dependent on the time of the year or type of trip).
\n<\/span>Windscreen ice scraper.<\/span><\/strong>
\nGaffer tape.<\/strong>
\nFire extinguisher,<\/a>(old, needs to be replaced).
\n<\/span><\/strong>Bottle<\/a> or high lift jack<\/span><\/a>,<\/span><\/span> (depending on the type of trip, see jacks & stands<\/a>).<\/span><\/strong>
\nWaffle board Jack stand<\/a>, (<\/span>see jacks & stands<\/span><\/a>).<\/span><\/strong>
\n 3\/4\u2033 drive breaker bar & wheel nut socket.<\/a><\/strong>
\nTyre Pump,<\/a>(foot pump until we fit an electric one ).
\nEmergency puncture repair aerosol.<\/span> (normally stored in the van).<\/span><\/span><\/strong>
\nShort jump lead, <\/a>(for a quick connection between batteries).<\/span><\/strong>
\nLong jump leads,<\/a> (connection from or to other vehicles).<\/span><\/strong>
\nTow Rope<\/a>, (we need to splice eyes in a new one).<\/span><\/strong>
\nReflective warning triangles,<\/a>(possibly illuminated & available quickly).<\/span><\/strong>
\nReflective waistcoats,<\/a>(available quickly)<\/span>.<\/strong>
\nOveralls,<\/span><\/a><\/em>(possibly replace with waterproof type ).<\/span><\/strong>
\nLeather gloves<\/a>.
\n<\/em>Goggles<\/a>.
\n<\/em><\/strong>Basic tool kit.<\/a><\/strong>
\nTablet computer,<\/em>(portable Sat-Nav, Repair & first aid manuals).<\/span><\/strong>
\nAA card, (phone number).<\/span><\/strong>
\nSpeed conversion sheets,<\/span> (mph \u2013 kph \u2013 mph, for Europe and beyond).<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

      For the occupants & <\/em>Camping equipment.<\/em><\/span>
\n<\/em><\/strong>First aid kit<\/em><\/a>, (Need one permanently for the van).<\/span><\/strong>
\nEmergency snatch bags,<\/a>(contents dependent on destinations).<\/span><\/strong>
\nEmergency contact numbers, (hard copies, also copies in snatch bags).<\/span><\/strong>
\nMobile phone,<\/em>(with satellite GPS, & connection to the internet).<\/span><\/strong>
\nLED head torches.<\/em><\/strong>
\nSpare batteries,<\/em> (for head torches).<\/span><\/strong>
\nInsect repellent,<\/em>(pump spray), (part of first aid + kit<\/a>)<\/em><\/span><\/strong>
\nSunburn protection,<\/em>(pump spray?),  (<\/em>part of first aid + kit<\/em><\/a>).<\/em><\/span><\/strong>
\nAntiseptic hand cleaner, <\/em>(<\/em>part of first aid + kit<\/em><\/a>).<\/em><\/span><\/strong>
\nWater<\/a>,<\/em>(fresh each trip, 12L to 72L dependent on the type of trip as above<\/em>).<\/span><\/strong>
\nWater filter.<\/span><\/a><\/strong>
\nSugar, tea & dried milk.
\nFresh milk, (from home).<\/em><\/strong>
\nDried Food,<\/em><\/span>(dependent on the type of trip).<\/span><\/strong>
\nFrozen food, <\/em>(dependent on the type of trip).<\/span><\/strong>
\nBeer & wine.
\n<\/em>Bottle opener.
\n<\/em>Sleeping bags<\/a>,<\/em> (down or Synthetic dependent on the type of trip).<\/span><\/strong>
\nPillows<\/em>, (inflatable under consideration).<\/span><\/strong>
\nGas heater for the Van when stationary door open,<\/em><\/span>(until diesel heater is fitted).<\/span><\/strong>
\nMidge netting for door and windows,<\/span><\/a> (under construction).<\/span><\/strong>
\nLED hanging light + UV bug killer.<\/a><\/strong>
\nBug bat.<\/a><\/strong>
\nCooking utensils, cups, plates & cutlery, <\/em><\/span>(need sets permanently in the van).<\/span><\/strong>
\nGas,<\/em>(for cooker & heater until diesel hob is fitted).<\/span><\/strong>
\nTea clothes.<\/em><\/strong>
\nWashing up liquid, soap & detergent.
\nTowels.
\n<\/em>Loo roll.
\n<\/em>Washing line<\/a>, (using poles and pegs).<\/span><\/strong>
\nWashing line,<\/span> (that attaches to the van, under construction).<\/span><\/strong>
\nDustpan & brush<\/a>.<\/strong>
\nPick & shovel<\/a>, (entrenching tool).<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Additional equipment depending on the type of trip or destination.<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Recovery kit<\/a>,<\/span> (in part or all as required).<\/span><\/strong>
\nSnow chains<\/a>,<\/span> (if required).<\/span><\/strong>
\nAdditional tools & spares<\/a>, <\/span> (for longer trips or remote places if required).<\/span><\/strong>
\nAdditional first aid equipment<\/a>,<\/span> (for remote places if required).<\/span><\/strong>
\nEU medical cover card (E111),<\/span> (dependent on the type of trip).<\/span><\/strong>
\nTravel insurance,<\/span> (dependent on the type of trip).<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Some additional nice-to-have items.<\/span>
\n<\/em><\/strong>These are not really essential but will probably get left in the van, or taken on most trips.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fishing tackle,<\/span> (boat & beach).<\/span><\/strong>
\nCamping chairs.<\/span><\/strong><\/a>
\nBinoculars & or camera, tripod, and long lens.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

To be continued<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

 <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Checklists for departure from home and on-route.<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Items below in \u201c<\/span>Grey<\/span>\u201d<\/span> have not been fitted yet.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Personal & van documents, (dependent on destination, see snatch bags<\/a>).<\/span><\/strong>
\nEU medical cover card (E111), (dependent on destination, see snatch bags<\/a>).<\/span>
\nVaccination status & proof if required. (dependent on destination, see snatch bags<\/a>).<\/span> <\/strong>
\nTravel insurance, (dependent on destination, see snatch bags<\/a>).<\/span>
\nVan insurance, (dependent on destination, see snatch bags<\/a>). <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

          Pr-trip checklists
\n<\/strong><\/span>Water.
\nFuel level, (70L + 70L).
\nSpare fuel,<\/a>(5L or 10L until the second fuel tank is fitted).<\/span><\/strong>
\nEngine oil level.
\nSpare oil.<\/strong>
\nEngine coolant level.
\nGearbox oil level, (4.5 L).<\/span><\/strong>
\nBrake fluid level.<\/strong>
\nPower stirring fluid level.<\/strong>
\n<\/strong>Fuel filters.<\/strong>
\nAir filter (main).<\/span><\/strong>
\nAir filter, (cyclonic).<\/span><\/span>
\nBreather pipes.
\n<\/strong>Shocks.
\nTyre pressers.<\/strong>
\nTyre treads.
\nScreen-wash fluid level, (F & B).<\/span>
\nWindscreen wipers, (F & B).<\/span>
\nHorns.<\/strong>
\nSidelights.
\nHeadlights, (dipped).<\/span>
\nDipped light direction, (L or R).<\/span><\/span>
\nHeadlights, (main).<\/span><\/strong>
\nSpotlights.<\/strong>
\nFog lights (front).<\/span>
\nFog lights (rear).<\/span><\/strong>
\nBrake lights.<\/strong>
\nIndicator lights.<\/strong>
\nReversing lights.
\n    Front light bar.<\/span>
\n    Rear floodlights.<\/span>
\n    Approach lights.<\/span>
\n    External side camping lights.<\/span>
\n    Internal camping lights.<\/span>
\n<\/strong>
\nCamera system.<\/span>
\nThe mains’ power disconnected.<\/span>
\nThe side hatch is closed & locked.<\/span>
\nPop-top lowered and locked.<\/span>
\nAwning stowed.
\nRoof pods are locked.
\nAccess ladder stowed & locked.
\nTelescopic flag pole lowered.
\nCamera\/turbine pole lowered.<\/span>
\nSwing-out arm attachments secured.
\nSwing out arms locked.
\nLeveling wedges stowed, (not normally used at home).<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

      (far from complete). To be continued.<\/span>
\n<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

On-rout checklists. <\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n


\n      Arrival & Departure at campsites.<\/span>
\n(check on arrival to allow time to fix)<\/span>
\nWater
\nFuel level.
\nEngine oil level.
\nEngine coolant level.
\nScreen-wash fluid level, (F & B).<\/span>
\nAir filter, (main).
\nAir filter, (cyclonic).<\/span><\/span>
\nTyre Pressers.
\nTyre treads.
\nWindscreen wipers, (F & B).<\/span>
\nHorns, (with discretion).<\/span>
\nSidelights.
\nHeadlights, (dipped).<\/span>
\nDipped light direction,<\/span> (L or R).<\/span>
\nHeadlights, (main).<\/span>
\nSpotlights.
\nFog lights (front).<\/span>
\nFog lights (rear).
\nBrake lights.
\nIndicator lights.
\nReversing lights.
\nFront light bar.<\/span>
\nRear floodlights.<\/span>
\n    Approach lights.<\/span>
\n    External side camping lights.<\/span>
\n    Internal camping lights.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

      Departure from campsites.<\/em><\/span>
\n(In addition to that checked on arrival).<\/span>
\nTents if pitched<\/em>, packed & stowed, (should be obvious).<\/span>
\nPopup loo tent if pitched<\/em>, packed & stowed, (might not be next top van).<\/span>
\nPop-top lowered and locked.<\/span>
\n<\/em>Awning stowed.
\nFreestanding washing lines dismantled and stowed, (might not be next top van).<\/span>
\nWashing lines fixed to van dismantled and stowed.<\/span>
\nRoof pods are locked.
\nAccess ladder stowed & locked.
\nWaste water is disposed of, (if facilities are available).<\/span><\/span>
\nThe side hatch is closed & locked.<\/span>
\nRubbish disposed of, (if facilities available).<\/span>
\nSwing-out arm attachments secured.
\nSwing out arms locked.
\nTelescopic flag pole lowered.
\n<\/em>Camera\/turbine pole lowered.<\/span>
\nThe mains power if used disconnected & cable stowed.<\/span>
\n<\/em>Leveling wedges stowed.
\nDrive on the correct side of the road.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

     On arrival home.<\/span><\/em>
\n<\/em>Kettle on for Tea.
\n<\/em>Reconnected mains power.
\nDrain water,  (if no immediate trip is planned).<\/span>
\nImmobilized van.
\n<\/strong>Start (or continue)<\/span> planning for the next trips, (and drink Tea).<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

      (far from complete). <\/em>To be continued.<\/em><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

First aid,  Insect & animal protection. <\/span><\/p>\n

<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

First Aid Kits <\/a>  & (contents<\/a>).  <\/span>(see links )<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

      Fixed.<\/span>
\nLocking tire valve caps.<\/span>
\nQuickly removable wipers, aerials and other easily damaged items.<\/span>
\nAdditional, separately wired air horns.<\/span> (see safety equipment<\/a>).<\/span>
\nMagnetic midge netting for the front windows.
\nMidge netting for the side door.<\/span>
\nMidge netting for the back door.<\/span>
\nFixed midge netting for all opening windows. (possibly second roller blinds).<\/span><\/span>
\n360\u00b0 motion detection system. (to see what\u2019s out there, see wild camping<\/a>).<\/span><\/span>
\n360\u00b0 floodlight system. (to see what\u2019s out there, see wild camping<\/a>).<\/span><\/span>
\n360\u00b0 camera system. (more of a record than protection, see wild camping<\/a>).<\/span><\/span>
\n<\/em>Proximity alert. (lights &\/or audible alarm).<\/span><\/span>
\nTrip alarm \/ electric fence, permanent connection, (in rear light spacers).<\/span><\/span>
\nElectrified van.<\/span> (illegal in the UK and possibly other countries, so a removable unit).<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

     For use with the van.
\n<\/span><\/strong>The bug bat.<\/a><\/strong>
\nSolar UV bug killers.
\nProximity, alert, &\/or trip alarm, wire & posts. (triggers, lights &\/or audible alarm).<\/span><\/span>
\nElectric fence, wire & posts. (can also trigger, lights &\/or alarm, sadly won\u2019t stop midges).<\/span><\/span>
\nAnty midge flame thrower. (just kidding, although it might work, may work on this more).<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

 <\/span>   For use with or away from the van.<\/span>
\n<\/em>Portable midge deterrent. (alternative electronic types under consideration).<\/span>
\nCandle-type midge deterrent. (alternative types under consideration).<\/span>
\nLED hanging lights with UV bug killer.<\/a>
\nMidge netting hats. (see for use with the van<\/a>).<\/span>
\n<\/em>Insect repellent.<\/em> (see <\/a>first aid & remote travel kits<\/span><\/a>).<\/em><\/span>
\nAntihistamine.<\/span> (see <\/a>first aid & remote travel kits<\/span><\/a>).<\/span>
\n<\/em>Portable proximity, alert, &\/or trip alarm.<\/span>
\n<\/strong>Portable refillable air horn<\/a> x2. (uses a tyre pump to reprime; we need holsters).<\/span><\/strong>
\n<\/em>Bear bangers and screamers x2, (possible alternative to bear spray, under consideration).<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nBear spray x2. (not pepper spray, they are different).<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Work in progress.<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n

Permanently fitted or available complete list, 1.<\/a><\/strong><\/span>
\n       Mechanical and electrics.
\n       External.
\n       Internal.<\/strong><\/p>\n

General use & Camping kit complete list, 2.<\/a><\/strong><\/span>
\n        For use with the van.
\n        Lightweight camping kit.
\n        Safety equipment.<\/strong><\/p>\n

 Maintenance, spares & recovery complete list, 3. <\/a><\/strong><\/span>
\n        Maintenance & spares.
\n        Basic tool kit.
\n        Recovery kit.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tools & spares for home, & longer trips complete list 4.<\/a><\/span>
\n          Additional, tools & spares for longer trips.
\n          Van Specific Tools.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Trip planning & logistics list 5.<\/span>
\n          Our essentials list.
\n          Traveling checklists.
\n          First aid & insect & animal protection.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Toys, follies & workshop complete list, 6.<\/strong><\/a><\/span>
\n          Toys
\n          Follies.
\n          Second van, (Still to get).<\/em><\/span>
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n

Serves schedule & electrics complete list 7.<\/span><\/strong><\/a>
\n          Serves schedule.<\/strong>
\n          Electric connections by use & fuses.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Future complete list, 8.<\/span><\/a><\/strong>
\n           Long-term plans for the Beast.<\/strong>
\n           The possible future.<\/strong>
\n           Pipe dreams.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Custom kit & second van complete list, 9. <\/a><\/span>
\n            Custom Tools.
\n            Custom Kit & Equipment.
\n            Workshop tools.
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n

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