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Spray the mixture on dirty dishes and wipe before washing which will greatly reduce the amount of water required to finish washing them.

Obtain a spray bottle and fill it with a mixture of dish soap that is good at dispersing grease (like Dawn), water, and a little vinegar.

Purchase an aerating RV showerhead that uses less water and practice taking sailor showers to conserve water.

Once you have mastered maintaining a ready supply of 12-volt power, the next most important step is conserving and storing a supply of precious potable (fresh) water. The size and type will vary depending on your needs, so spend some time researching to find the one that is right for you.

Ultimately, you will probably want to include an inverter to run 120-volt appliances as part of your boondocking checklist.

More serious boondockers might like this Bluetooth-enabled battery monitor which also keeps track of amp hours consumed.

Something basic like this battery monitor with an amp meter.

Here are two devices you might consider adding to your boondocking checklist. Just like measuring fuel levels and fuel consumption (MPG) for your RV’s engine and fuel tank, you need to know how much reserve power you have in your batteries and the rate of consumption.

Some boondockers are using wind turbines to keep their batteries charged.

Keep in mind there are both pros and downsides to solar power.

Solar power is on every dry camper’s boondocking checklist.

Many boondockers carry a 2,200-watt Honda generator. For basic boondocking, you just need something large enough to power your RV’s charger.

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Purchase a generator that meets your needs.

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Increase the size of the battery compartment and install additional batteries for more reserve capacity.

You may also consider upgrading your charging system to meet the requirements of a lithium battery too.

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Upgrade to lithium batteries that provide more usable power than lead-acid batteries and charge faster.Use an alternative heat source like a catalytic safety heater that doesn’t require 12-volt power.Purchase solar yard lights to place around your campsite rather than using your porch light.Use LED lights to replace the conventional incandescent lights your RV likely came with.This can be done through conservation, storage, and generation.

Maintaining sufficient 12-volt power is key to extended boondocking stays.

Here are some of the extra items you might consider for off grid camping and why. It also requires a few extra items that you might not already have in your RV.”

“Boondocking requires a sense of adventure, a willingness to conserve resources, and a desire to enjoy nature. Blogger Amanda Watson shares her faves on DoItYourself RV, Not sure what extra items to carry when you go into the outback? Create a boondocking checklist that works for you. Ready for Off Grid Camping? Know What to Carry Most any RV is capable of operating for a night or two dry camping in the boondocks, but if you want to stay off grid camping longer, you will need to be a bit more prepared.