“Workamping” is a term coined by combining “working” and “camping” — no surprise there. We’ve covered many aspects of workamping in other posts, but today we’re focusing on how to find workamping jobs. This is an...
Dispersed camping is far and away our favorite way to camp. And that’s saying something, since we have a fair amount of camping experience — we’ve lived and traveled full time in our motorhome for...
RV renovations are a great way to add new character to your rig. Whether you’ve got a brand new RV or a 25-year-old one (or an 18-year-old rig, like ours 😁), DIY RV renovation ideas...
We’ve had RVs equipped with cassette toilets on every single one of our five international RV adventures. Some of those trips lasted over a month. And to be honest… after those experiences, we’re not the...
If it’s time to replace your RV’s toilet or if you’ve been looking for greater comfort or cleaning features, Dometic RV toilets offer a whole host of options, including standard height toilets with integrated sprayers....
Deep cycle RV batteries are one of the three commonly-available types of RV batteries, but they’re the ones that are most often misunderstood. With this post, we hope to change that, at least to some...
Many motorhomes and towables come with RV ladders attached. But many rigs aren’t equipped with RV ladders at all. What’s the purpose of an RV ladder? Why would RV manufacturersinstall them on some rigs and...
With the boom in RVing, there’s been a boom in used RV sales. Whether you’re buying or selling an RV, understanding current RV values is important. There are many reasons someone might want to...
30-amp RVs are the most common rigs on the road. As a result, 30-amp RV plugs and outlets are also very common. The ability to utilize a 30-amp outlet, even if you have a 15-...
Ants in RV living spaces can be a real problem — one that many RVers have encountered from time to time. Depending on where you camp, you may have had ants get into your rig....
If your RV has a “rubber” roof, it’s important to remember that the surface isn’t impervious to damage. Cleaning it properly includes knowing which are the best RV rubber roof cleaners to use for the...
In this post, we’re taking a deep dive into the best mouse repellents for RV use. We previously published a post on how to keep invasive mice out of your RV for good, and as...
A Shurflo water pump is among one of the most commonly found pumps on new RVs and campers. They’re also popular as replacements for pumps that leak or no longer function properly, and the replacement...
When hooking up to electrical power, the outlet or power pedestal you’re connecting to isn’t always conveniently located. That’s why it’s important to carry an RV extension cord. The question is which cord to carry...
After more than 17 years of full-time use, our motorhome captain’s chairs finally began showing their age. The leather was wearing out and was looking worn and tearing at the seams. In addition, some of...
RV wiring has traditionally been installed in a similar manner to electrical wiring in a house. In recent years, however, multiplex wiring systems for RV use have become more common. RV multiplex systems make the...
An RV bumper rack is a great way to increase the storage capacity of your rig. An RV hitch cargo carrier gets “stuff” out of the way while allowing you to carry all the things...
Screen tents for campers have become an increasingly popular item for RVers to carry to all their camping destinations. A quality screen tent increases your overall living space… while keeping you outdoors, which is likely...
Whether your RV sink has seen better days or whether it’s just not as useful as you’d like based on faucet height or some other feature, it’s generally a pretty simple upgrade as long as...
We’ll say this right up front: Claims of dramatic savings using diesel fuel discount programs for RVs are wildly overhyped. Promotional articles you may have seen that tout huge savings of $0.60… $0.70… $0.80 a...
Most RVers plan to travel in sunny weather or to sunny weather. And most RVs are outdoors most or all of the time. That’s why it’s so important to know how to protect RVs from...
We’ve all likely seen articles about “things you didn’t know expire”. Items on most of these generic lists include cleaning products, car seats, bug spray, sunscreen, motor oil, and even hydrogen peroxide. These articles generally...
Most RVs have built-in air conditioners, but many people travel in older rigs without working AC or in self-built camper vans. Still others use camping tents or even minivans, SUVs, or cars for camping purposes....
Have you ever tried making campground reservations at popular national parks, state parks, or other campgrounds? Some require planning a year or more in advance! Planning anything that far ahead is tough at best. That’s where a...
