If you're unfamiliar with the drive, downloading an offline map can help you avoid getting lost. Remember to plan your route in advance to help track your course as you go. Finally, make note of rest stops or restaurants you may want to visit during your travel, to avoid in-the-moment decisions.

It can be difficult to keep kids entertained during long trips, but packing coloring books or games to play can help. You can play classic road-trip games like:

• I spy
• Road trip bingo to spot landmarks
• Baseball and softball trivia
• 20 questions
• Rock, paper, scissors

Charge tablets, cellphones and other electronics in advance so no one is disappointed by a dead battery. Pack a charging cable compatible with your vehicle's USB port or a portable charger to make it easier to share devices.

Music is a fantastic way to stay entertained whether you’re sharing tunes with the family or using headphones to create a little oasis. You can make a playlist with your family to make sure everyone has their own input and turn it into a game by having the group guess who picked which song. Or, if you or your little ones enjoy quiet time, you might make a separate, more relaxing playlist to enjoy with headphones on.

Packing snacks and drinks for the road can make the trip easier on everyone. Instead of having to divert from the route you have planned when someone is hungry, you can offer a snack they’ll love to hold them over until you reach your next stop.

Depending on how long the drive is, you may want to bring travel pillows and blankets to stay cozy in the car. This way passengers can catch up on sleep or take naps to avoid crankiness and keep spirits up before, or after, big games.

It’s always a good idea to have a first aid kit readily available in case someone gets hurt. Whether it’s a bad headache, a scratch or even an intense bug bite, a good first aid kit will include the items you need to handle any issues that arise.

Sometimes the most obvious items are the ones we forget. Before heading out to the game, make sure your Little League player has packed their equipment, including:

• Glove
• Bat
• Batting bag
• Batting helmet
• Cleats
• Batting gloves 

For long trips where your Little League player isn’t already in uniform, you’ll want to keep a checklist of the items they need to make packing easier on everyone.  For game days, your player should always have their uniform, including:

• Jersey
• Pants
• Socks
• Cap
• Belt 

In the springtime, weather can be a bit unpredictable which means you’ll need to prepare for different conditions from cloudy, windy days to overbearing sunshine. You can prepare by keeping an extra set of clothes on hand or dress in easy-to-remove layers to help adjust your body temperature.

Game days can be long and sitting in the bleachers for hours is uncomfortable, no matter how old you are. You can create a space to view the game in comfort by packing items like:

• Canopy tent
• Folding chairs
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Bug repellent

For away games that are far from home, you’ll want to make sure you already have lodging booked so you and your Little League player can focus on the game. Use a booking website to compare prices between hotels to help you find the accommodations you want within your price range. Then, book directly from the hotel for lower costs and the ability to gain and spend membership points. For trips over 100 miles from home, consider adding a Travel Guard travel insurance plan to your check list to provide coverage for prepaid and nonrefundable lodging charges in case of certain events.

It’s easy to forget about life outside of baseball when so much focus is on the game. That being said, remember to pack overnight essentials for you and your Little League player. You’ll want to bring:

• Pajamas
• Toiletries
• Toothbrush
• Change of shoes
• Swimsuit if your hotel has a pool
• Tide Pen for stains
• Extra set of clothes

It’s easy to toss items into a bag and say you’re packed, but a messy suitcase can cause a lot of trouble when you’re in a rush. To help avoid gameday stress, organize your suitcases so you know exactly where your player’s uniform and equipment are verses where your personal items are kept so nothing gets lost or mixed into the wrong pile. To make organizing even easier, keep baseball equipment in a separate bag all together.