The freedom and self reliance an RV offers is part of the attraction for many people that have joined the RV lifestyle. You can go where you want, when you want, and take care of your own needs along the way. Self reliant RVers have no problem camping without hookups. Many enjoy the benefits and […]
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Your RV’s Patio Mat Can Be A Total Lifesaver When Making Repairs
Most RVs have two things in common: tires and a patio mat. Sooner or later, the tires and/or items associated with them that spin (brakes, wheels, bearings, etc) will fail you, which should be considered just part of the adventure known as RVing. When this happens, your RV patio mat can come in handy. Spread […]
This Wildlife Area In Washington Is Absolutely Beautiful
In the last installment we looked at options for camping on state land, using Washington State as an example. This week I will share what you can expect in the way of camping and adventures when exploring the Colockum Wildlife Area, which is one of 33 wildlife areas in Washington State. The 105,662 acre Colockum […]
Every RVer Should Know About These Free Little Known Campsites
In the past two installments we have looked at equipping your new RV for its first campout. While you might choose a state park or private RV park for your first outing, I am going to share a tip of where to find free campsites that most RV newbies are unaware of. Most every state […]
New RV – Household Items
In the last entry we looked at the RV specific supplies and equipment you will need for your first RV outing such as toilet chemicals, non toxic hoses, etc. In this installment we will look at household items. Since your RV is basically a home on wheels, you will need to outfit each area or […]
New RV? Now What?
So you took the plunge, bought a new RV and are ready to join the RV lifestyle. Now what? First thing is to equip it for your first camping trip. The following is a list of recommended items to outfit your RV with to make sure your first RV adventure is a good one. Water […]
Exploring Pioche’s Past
In the last entry we looked at a convenient stopover for migratory snowbirds in Pioche, Nevada. If you find yourself camped there for an evening and want to spend a day exploring before resuming flight, here are some places worth exploring. The number one attraction in town is the Million Dollar Courthouse: Pioche was designated […]
Stopover In Pioche
Spring has sprung, the weather is heating up in the desert southwest, which means one thing, snowbirds migrating back to their northern homes. Just as migrating birds have migration stops along their routes, so do their RVing counterparts. RV snowbirds heading north on US Highway 93 through Nevada may want to try roosting for a […]
Exploring Bayhorse
Do you enjoy exploring western history, off road adventures, hiking, mountain top views, fishing and low / no cost camping? Then plan a trip to the ghost town of Bayhorse, Idaho and enjoy! The Bayhorse mineral deposits were first noted by a prospector traveling through the area with his two bay horses in 1864. By […]
Preparing Your RV For Spring
For those of us that call the northern states home; the weather is warming, flowers are beginning to bloom and the croaks of frogs are heard nightly from ponds and bogs. That can only mean one thing, time to wake the RV from its winter hibernation in preparation of your first spring camping trip. However, […]
Is Dispersed Camping in the Boondocks Safe?
Statistically speaking, you are much more likely to be a victim in your own home than in your RV. Here’s why: First – A RV is much less tempting to a thief than a permanent residence, it is unlikely to contain the same amount of easily pawned appliances, jewelry or other valuables that can be […]