How To Live Simply and Stay Organized In Your Camper Van.

Van life is full of adventures, travel, and spontaneity. But when space is limited and your home is on wheels, staying organized becomes essential to maximizing the lifestyle and adventures. When you’re constantly having trouble finding where you put things, or when your van space is cluttered and there just doesn’t seem to be enough space for everything, life can get messy and frustrating. Streamlining and simplifying are keys to staying happy and organized.

Moving into a tiny space can have its challenges, but there are tricks to making your small space work for you. We caught up with Kate Field of WeRollWithIt to see how she and Levi keep tidy while living full-time in their overland TOURIG, Bruce Banner.

THE IMPORTANCE OF SIMPLIFYING IN YOUR CAMPER VAN

The first thing to think about when moving into a camper van—whether full-time or for a short trip—is: ‘Do I really need that?’

The longer we spend on the road, the more we find ourselves happy with less. We look for versatility in everything, from the clothes we wear to the gadgets in the kitchen. Everything on board needs a home. If it doesn’t fit in a cabinet or a storage bag, it has to go!

Be ruthless. Challenge yourself to only keep things that have multiple functions. Soon you’ll love the simplicity of living with less.

STAYING ORGANIZED IN YOUR VAN

We use TOURIG Bunker Bags for storage, and it’s incredible how much they hold.

  • One Bunker Bag holds all the dogs’ toys. (The dogs even pick their toys from the bag themselves!)
  • Another Bunker Bag holds flip flops and a small brush for quick cleanups.

In the bedroom area, we both use TOURIG Medium Bunker Bags to keep our socks and underwear stored.

Tip: If it’s something you use every day, make sure it’s accessible. The wall-mounted pockets keep things within reach while staying out of the way.

Up front, we have the TOURIG Covert Pocket Door Set and Covert Stash Visors. These are perfect for holding chargers, cameras, vehicle paperwork, and memory cards.

Tip: Always put your keys, wallet, and phone in the same spot. Consistency saves time and frustration.

Bonus Tip: The TOURIG Canteen Cache can double as a plant holder with a simple self-watering system using a plastic cup and string.

In the garage, we use TOURIG’s Large Bunker Bags to keep water accessories near the water system and air tools near the air chuck.

Tip: Group like items together for efficiency.

WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT TOURIG’S BUNKER SERIES STORAGE BAGS

TOURIG’s storage solutions are:

  • Durable
  • Lightweight
  • Functional
  • Expandable

They lay flat against the wall when not in use but expand to hold plenty of gear. Plus, they’re proudly made in the USA by Knight Vision Development.

KEEPING YOUR CAMPER VAN CLEAN

The floor always needs sweeping! Adventure sticks to your feet and ends up in the van. A Milwaukee M12 cordless vacuum with a 12V rechargeable battery is perfect for small spaces.

Tip: A quick sweep each night keeps the space feeling fresh.

MAKING SPACE FOR ALL YOUR GEAR IN THE VAN

Choose Inflatable Options

Inflatable products, like the Bote Rover, are easy to pack and store in your garage. They offer big adventures without taking up too much space.

Fitting Bikes On Board

We use CAB Motorworks EMX bikes paired with Rocky Mount's bike mount system for easy storage. These bikes are lightweight, easy to charge, and perfect for exploring.

GETTING THE MOST OUT OF VAN LIFE

The most important thing to remember about van life: We don’t live IN them, we live OUT of them!

Simplify, organize, and give every item a designated home for a smoother and happier van life experience. 🚐✨