We just got our new FWC Eagle in August so are still trying to figure out what is and isn't essential.
What needs to come with us:
2 camera backpacks with camera gear: 2 bodies, 6 lenses plus filters, extra batteries/charger, media cards, cleaners, etc.
2 tripods/ball heads in cases
1 Mac 13" laptop and case
3 sleeping bags: 1 to lay down spread out on top of cushions, other 2 to sleep in. We found this warm and comfy.
2 pillows: lightweight foam
shotgun and shells
2 flashlights
1 axe/1 saw/1 big knife
2 small backpacks with as little clothing as possible (except undies)
2 very small toiletry cases not duplicating anything that is not personal (share shampoo, toothpaste, don't share deodorant, tooth brushes)
Maps/brochures/Moon's Camping guide
Notebook paper/pens/clipboard for diary
2 towels/2 washcloths/1 dish towel/1 small scrubber/1 small dishwashing detergent/1 small clothesline and pins
First Aid kit
2 small sauce pans/1 small frypan (Revere Ware) with lids/2 stainless steel bowls/a few utensils like cheese grater/mylar cutting board/spatula/stirring spoon/knives, forks and spoons (2 of each)
Paper products: TP/paper towels/paper plates
hand washing gel
tablecloth
matches/propane starter/extra fuses
small radio that runs on batteries
small coffee maker
3 1 gallon jugs of drinking water
assorted dried soup mixes/dehydrated mushrooms and tomatoes
2 large Tupper ware that fit under dinette seat storage where we store soups, dried foods, towels, tablecloth,etc.
various food items from home like fruits/veggies/chips/crackers/cheese/bread/premade tuna salad/milk/etc.
2 garage sale special camp chairs.
small compressor/small pump/emergency equipment like flares/cable/assorted mechanic tools/duct tape/super glue
We really try to keep the weight down as Tacoma only can handle 1400 pounds. We have new series E tires (Hankook), new brakes front and rear, Ride Rite airbags.
One great benefit in trying to keep weight down in truck is our dieting. I was told by my doctor to lose the weight so off came 30 pounds since July 1. Hubby is working on tummy so we hope to shave off about 100 pounds that way. Great incentives.
We resupply water during trip, ditto for food.
We leave the 4 supports at home as they aren't really needed.
I think this list is pretty pared down but have no idea what we weigh with camper and this gear.
Happy camping!