EASY ESSENTIALS. Eliminate Overpacking Syndrome. You Don't Need ALL THAT STUFF! Going to Quartzsite

Quartzsite Tips: KEEPING WARM: Turn your car heater on 5 mins before bed and again in early morning eliminating the need for a portable heater. Sweaty socks at night is a no-no. Wear dry warm socks to bed. Keep your head warm with a knit hat. Warm sleeping bag rated for at least 25 degrees.
WATER NEEDS: One gallon per day. There's water stations to fill container in town.
LESS = MORE FREEDOM: Prioritize experiences over possessions
MORE RESOURCEFUL: Relying on fewer items encourages self-sufficiency. You learn to make the most of what you have and become more resourceful. A cooler bag is all you need to keep some fresh fruit and vegetables crisp. You can always buy a bag of ice. Be creative with shelf-stable foods. Freeze-dried and dehydrated foods work well on the road.
MORE MOBILITY: Carrying less gear means you are more mobile and flexible without being weighed down by excess baggage and eliminate the worry of leaving stuff unattended at your campsite.
MORE SPACE: You'll be able to move around more comfortably inside a small space. For a table, a simple foldable TV tray works well.
MORE TIME: The more you bring, the more time you'll spend managing and organizing your belongings. By minimizing your gear, you will focus on the experience and enjoy the present moment more.
First time in Quartzsite? Just figure out some kind of a bed, get a bucket with some bags and you're good to Go. Have Fun. You can always buy whatever you discover you just can't live without in town. It really can be that simple.

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  • @TravelGrandma
    @TravelGrandma8 ай бұрын

    LESS = MORE FREEDOM: Prioritize experiences over possessions. Read my additional notes in the description. See you down the road!

  • @CindyCaVANas
    @CindyCaVANas8 ай бұрын

    Great information TG. See you soon!

  • @Hisalone
    @Hisalone4 ай бұрын

    Hi Elaine, yes, definitely need a place for everything and everything in its place. My very first morning waking up in my car camper, it took me the best part of 20 or 25 minutes to find my socks. Oh man that was not good.... but lesson learned. happy trails and safe travels. Be blessed

  • @susantosi695
    @susantosi6958 ай бұрын

    I agree with so much…having a place for your things…not a big bin…use it, put it back. I do have a 12 volt fridge but I mostly use it for drinks. Hope to meet you on the road someday. Friends for sure!

  • @catherinelauda6948
    @catherinelauda69488 ай бұрын

    Great…the tips….and you!

  • @RLeeVanCamps
    @RLeeVanCamps8 ай бұрын

    I use Kleenex too. Works top and bottom. One less thing to carry. Yes do the kiss method. Keep it simple sometimes

  • @elsathal7359
    @elsathal73598 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing 👍✨️🧚‍♂️🤟

  • @TravelGrandma

    @TravelGrandma

    8 ай бұрын

    You are so welcome!

  • @carolvillanueva3728
    @carolvillanueva37288 ай бұрын

    Great video. Lots of good information I really don't want to bring a refrigerator. You gave me some good ideas for food prep. Thank you. See you down the road.😊

  • @TravelGrandma

    @TravelGrandma

    8 ай бұрын

    Glad it was helpful Carol

  • @lifeoflucretia
    @lifeoflucretia8 ай бұрын

    Excellent information, Elaine!! LUCRETIA 🎉❤

  • @tjmarie6554
    @tjmarie65547 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the tips. Too late for me, I bought too much stuff! But great tips!

  • @1951Roy
    @1951Roy8 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing. You gave me some ideas on cooking without a frig.

  • @TravelGrandma

    @TravelGrandma

    8 ай бұрын

    Terrific. Thanks for watching

  • @pnwrving9841
    @pnwrving98418 ай бұрын

    Excellent video! Thanks for sharing this information!

  • @TravelGrandma

    @TravelGrandma

    7 ай бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @MountainGirlwIPA
    @MountainGirlwIPA8 ай бұрын

    So true

  • @TravelGrandma

    @TravelGrandma

    8 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching

  • @samanthadodd8112
    @samanthadodd81128 ай бұрын

    Great video.

  • @TravelGrandma

    @TravelGrandma

    8 ай бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it

  • @wanderinggypsydeb
    @wanderinggypsydeb8 ай бұрын

    Great video and info!

  • @craftytraveler9238
    @craftytraveler92388 ай бұрын

    Good video. Don't forget sunscreen

  • @TravelGrandma

    @TravelGrandma

    8 ай бұрын

    Yes, thanks

  • @offairhead
    @offairhead8 ай бұрын

    That was the weirdest ending to a video. “Just put it in a spray bottle and you can clean everything and UHHH see you down the road”

  • @TravelGrandma

    @TravelGrandma

    8 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching until the end. Yes I agree the ending was a bit abrupt. I added some extra info in the description.

  • @offairhead

    @offairhead

    7 ай бұрын

    @@TravelGrandma yea I saw that but none of it addressed the hasty closing to the video.

  • @ericadavenport2039

    @ericadavenport2039

    5 ай бұрын

    ​@@offairhead Why so critical? Does it matter? She finished showing her last item and then edited in a "goodbye" at the end.

  • @HappyTailsandHappyTrails
    @HappyTailsandHappyTrails8 ай бұрын

    I needed to hear this lol. Is that a 3 gallon or 5 gallon bucket?

  • @TravelGrandma

    @TravelGrandma

    7 ай бұрын

    3 gallon

  • @Kaeteymae
    @Kaeteymae8 ай бұрын

    Can you please tell us what you use for mice prevention? Another KZreadr has a huge nest in her engine 😮 Ty

  • @TravelGrandma

    @TravelGrandma

    8 ай бұрын

    I put motion detector solar lights on the ground. You can also spray grandpa gus mouse deterent or any kind of peppermint spray in your engine. .

  • @Kaeteymae

    @Kaeteymae

    8 ай бұрын

    @@TravelGrandma thank you