New member looking for some knowledge!

[Colinvoyager]

Hello everyone,

I am a new member and really excited to be part of this group. We are planning a trip next week and I want to ensure its a great one!
We have a 1999 Minnie 24 footer Class C motorhome

Does anyone have a specific arrival and departing list of everything that you need to do in order to have a succesful family trip?

Examples, conecting your sewer, electrical and propane system.

Your guidance is appreciated!

[Eagle5]

Hi Colin,
My motorhome is very similar to your's, so perhaps my checklists will be a good starting point.
Have Fun! Eagle5

PACKING LIST
Dog:

• Food & Snacks
• Chew Toys

Food:

• Coffee refilled
• Bottled water refilled
• Fridge & Freezer
• Pantry

Personal Items:

• Vitamins
• Tooth Care
• Eye Care
• Medical Care
• Clothing
• Coats & Hats
• Shoes

Technical:

• Cameras & Chargers
• Cell Phones, Charger, Spare Battery Packs
• Computers & Chargers
• Both Key Sets for the Eagle5
• Parking Pass
• Sun Glasses
• GPS

Motorcycle (when taking it too):

• Keys; Bike and Hitch Locks
• Helmet, Gloves, & Jacket
• Boots & Knee Protectors
• Cleaner & Rags

DEPARTURE LIST
Pitstop Checklist for the 22M:

• Pick-up dog water
• Shut-off Hot Water Heater
• Close vents and windows
• Secure loose items

Break-camp Checklist for the 22M; do the above, and also:

• Shut-off Coach A/C or Coach Heater
• Switch-on fresh water pump
• Retract awning
• Stow Welcome Mat
• Glove-up
• Stow TV cable, fresh water hose, & power cord
• Open Black Water tank valve, connect flushing hose & start flushing
• Check slide-out for debris
• Close Black Water tank valve and back-fill for 60 seconds
• Open Grey Water tank valve
• Stow flushing hose
• Close Grey Water tank valve
• Stow sewer hose & sewer hose support
• Toss gloves
• Lock outside compartments
• Add deodorizer to toilet
• Lock Shower Door & close bathroom door
• Assure that the Closet Doors are closed
• Start Main Motor (be sure parking brake is set)
• Retract slide-out (press button twice)

[be happy]

eagle gave you a great place to start. As you travel you will come up with your own list. You have to be ready for the unexpected to happen. For me it was yesterday when hooking up the sewer. The hose where it meets the adapter had split, went to the tool box and got a pair of side cutters to fix the problem. Make sure you have just enough tools but not to many. The weight of an over filled tool box will kill you. My other area of interest when leaving is the bat wing antenna make sure its down!! Oh add extra batteries to your list.

The most important thing is to have fun and relax, if you need something a store is never to far away.