Below is my list of things that I typically bring for the car
Item | Priority | Comment |
---|---|---|
First Aid kit (and know how to use it) | 1 | You hope that you never actually have to use it. |
Munchies | 1 | Often so busy with photography that the only time to eat is while driving |
Sunscreen | 1 | You will get sunburnt |
Maps (AAA or other) - Eastern Sierra - Central California | 1 | It is nicer to not get lost |
Dark Glasses | 1 | Save your eyes |
Paper Towels or baby wipes | 1 | Nice for cleaning up dirt or food from fingers |
Toilet paper | 1 | For when you are away too long, or park bathroom that is out |
Water Backroads will be bring water, but for your driving you will need some | 1 | Usually a case, it does wonders for keeping the energy level up |
Pillow so Passenger can sleep | 2 | It is very nice to take a nap while someone else drives |
Flares | 2 | For when things go really wrong |
Duck Tape | 2 | Great to fix things |
Jumper Cables | 2 | You won't need them, but someone else will :-) |
Towel | 2 | Nice to dry off when it is wet, and it doubles as an extra blanket |
Blanket | 2 | It is very nice to sleep while someone else drives |
GPS | 3 | Usually interesting, sometimes helpful |
Inverter | 3 | Useful for charging batteries while driving and running laptops |