More and more outdoor enthusiasts are gaining interest in wild edibles or foraging the forest for local plants that can be eaten. While this may be a fun diversion to explore sustainability, it isn’t something you should do unless you are certain that you’re selecting plants that will not make you sick. There are many […]
How To Keep Bees & Wasps Out Of Your RV
It’s finally spring, the weather is warming up, and wildflowers are starting to bloom. While part-time RVers are beginning to kick off their camping season, it’s also the time of year when bees and wasps become more active. These are some of the ways you can prevent them from buzzing around your campsite, or worse, […]
Our Recent Experience Finding Fresh Water
In a previous entry, I shared 8 Likely Places to Find Fresh Water for Dry Camping. Number one on the list was Fuel Stations where I stated, “… they will typically have a fresh water spigot available. But, if one is not readily available, just ask. As a result, we find that most attendants will […]
Useful Tips From National Forest Ranger Scott Dollus
With over 30 years of experience in the National Forest Service serving the South Platte Ranger District in Colorado, Scott Dollus has seen a lot of changes. The Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands (PSICC) encompass over 3 million acres of diverse forest and grasslands in the Rocky Mountains. […]
Why It’s Important To Buy It Where You Burn It
For most people, camping out brings to mind sitting around a campfire, cooking, sharing stories, or laughing together. A campfire can be the cozy hearth that friends and family gather around at the end of a busy day enjoying nature. If you’re like many people who enjoy camping, you might not think much of grabbing […]
5 Tips For Getting The Most Out Of An RV Show
Previously we looked at 5 Important Things You Should Look For In An RV Show. In this entry, we will look at getting the most out of your day at an RV show. Here are 5 tips to help you plan your visit. 1. Make a plan before you go Visit the show’s website to […]
2 Things You Need To Know About RV Door Locks
The RV entry door lock shown below has probably been installed in hundreds of thousands of travel trailers, fifth wheels, and truck campers over the years. In this entry, I want to share two tips that could very well save you from aggravation during your travels. 1. How do you know if your door will […]
5 Ways To Keep Your RV Storage Organized
Many of us don’t use our RVs as often during the winter months as we do the rest of the year. It makes this a good time to go through the RV and organize it for the upcoming camping season. The first thing to do is sort through everything that has accumulated in your RV […]
5 Tips To Improve Your Night Driving Safety
Nighttime travel, particularly along remote roads where obstacles and wildlife may be found, can be treacherous. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that nighttime driving fatalities occur three times more frequently than that of daytime driving. During low light times, the human eye has a more difficult time with depth perception, color determination, and […]
What We Learned From Alaska’s Point Mackenzie Earthquake
The morning of November 30, while in mid-conversation with my husband about the odd behavior of the dogs, the world shook us off our feet. As dishes, dry goods, and belongings flew out of cabinets, and the power went out, I grabbed the dog and bolted toward the door. The earth was shaking so violently […]
8 Ways To Stay Warm While Camping In Cold Weather
Don’t let the cool temperatures of the fall season keep you from getting out and camping. There are great advantages to “cold season” camping, including fewer people, fall colors, and seeing areas in different seasons, to name a few. With some preparation, most people can stay comfortable in cooler temperatures and keep on adventuring! 1. […]