Are you a traveler who loves hitting the open road in your RV and appreciate the beauty of nature and want to ensure that your adventures have a minimal impact on the environment? Planning ahead in a sustainable fashion is key to enjoying the great outdoors while preserving it for future generations.
RV with Respect - Plan Ahead
July 22nd 2025
In this Blog...
We'll explore how you can RV with respect by taking proactive steps to minimize your environmental footprint and ensure that our beautiful country remain pristine for years to come. Let's dive in and discover how you can be a responsible RVer even before you start your journey!
Take Advantage of Storage
Our CanaDream RVs offer a variety of storage options both inside and outside to help you keep your belongings organized while on the road. Kitchen cabinets for your cookware and under dinette table storage for extra supplies, these RVs are designed with planning ahead in mind.
The bedroom area provides ample space for clothes and personal items, while bathroom storage ensures your toiletries from home are easily accessible.
Small exterior compartments are perfect for storing outdoor gear, while larger exterior compartments can accommodate bulkier items like camping chairs. With plenty of storage options available, our RVs make it easy to bring everything you need for a comfortable and self-sufficient road-trip.
More Storage
To help you be as self-sufficient as possible, you can take advantage of the fridge and freezer space within your motorhome. The fridge and freezer are the perfect spaces for you and your travel companions to put your groceries in and fill them up.
Having the access to your stove and other kitchen appliances will give you the freedom to make whatever you are wanting while on the road and not have to rely on eating out at restaurants. Preparing your own meals and purchasing them before you set off to your first destination can help to alleviate any uncertainty of where any food or packaging waste will go to. You can also make sure you pack reusable containers for your leftovers and meal prepping if you have a long day ahead of you.
Find nearby grocery stores and useful tips at each CanaDream Location here!
At Home Planning
To utilise all the storage and extra space in your RV, planning at home will help while travelling. Here are some helpful tips on what to pack that is a convenient and sustainable option for you and your travel companions.
- Reusable water bottles
- Bring your own reusable water bottle from home – good insulation to keep drinks cold (or hot) and made from materials that reduce the need for single-use plastic bottles, helping to minimize environmental impact.
- Reusable Dishware
- Cups, cutlery, bowls, plates, pots and pans - can be purchased for the entirety of your trip with the kitchen kit travel extra or if you wish to bring your own from home, be sure to bring enough for everyone in the RV.
- Tupperware Containers
- Bring Tupperware or reusable containers to ensure there is no food waste that can be eaten later as lunch, etc.
- Linens
- Bedding and towels can be rented for the entirety of your trip with the linen kit travel extra or you can bring your own from your house. Note: bed sizes will vary, so double check on our website or with our Crew.
- Removing food, beverages, medicine, dry goods, etc. from the plastic or cardboard packaging
- Recycle all packaging from food, beverages, medicine, dry goods, etc. and leave at home to reduce waste in the RV while on the road.
- Reusable grocery bags from home
- If you plan on shopping and grocery shopping bring reusable bags to ensure you do not have to take a one time use bag.
- Bring your at-home toiletries or cleaning products (ex: dish soap) or find ones with waste-reducing packaging
- Use your at-home toiletries and cleaning products, or opt to purchase small, reusable containers to fill at home and use while on the road.
Embarking on an RV journey is an incredible way to explore the beauty of Canada, but it’s also an opportunity to travel with purpose. By planning ahead, utilizing the smart storage features in your CanaDream RV, and packing sustainably, you can enjoy a comfortable and eco-conscious adventure. From reusable dishware to waste-reducing toiletries, every small choice contributes to preserving the natural landscapes we all cherish.
Visit our CanaDream Cares page for expert tips and resources to help you plan your next adventure with care.
