In today’s post, we cover the concept of stealth camping. We’ve written before about free overnight RV parking and we’ve addressed the question “Can you camp in Walmart parking lots?” But stealth camping is a little different. While it’s fairly common, stealth camping is primarily reserved for travelers with certain types of rigs. After all, …
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Vino anyone? Today we’ve got a fun post in store for you. We’re taking a look at the wine tumbler! Yep, we said “wine” and “tumbler” in the same phrase…and we meant what we said. Hear us out: RVers often think twice before bringing wine glasses onboard their rigs, and with good reason! Wine glasses …
How familiar are you with your RV’s manufacturer warranty coverage? Is your RV warranty enough to protect you from a substantial repair bill in the event that your rig requires major repairs? If so, for how long is this extent of RV warranty coverage available to you? These are important questions to understand when you’re …
Mounting a TV in an RV often isn’t much different from mounting a TV in a sticks & bricks house. The fact that RV walls are built differently does come into play to some degree, of course. But the biggest factor is that the television needs to be mounted and secured in such a way …
Traveling by RV offers so many amazing experiences. Among them is the chance to experience some absolutely incredible natural wonders. In today’s post, we’re talking about Northern Lights camping! We’ll tell you about four amazing places where you can go to experience camping under the brilliant skies of the Aurora Borealis. What Are the Northern …
Today we’re talking about one of the most useful and versatile items enjoyed by RVers and campers everywhere – the folding camping table. Surprised? Read on! Who Needs a Folding Camping Table? The answer to this question is: anyone and everyone who loves to spend lots of time outdoors. All campers, road trippers, and even …
Rodent control. It’s something all RVers need to think about at one point or another. As winter approaches and the little critters are looking for places to nest for the winter, we’re looking at an age-old question: “Do mothballs keep mice away?” Those pesky little critters find ways to stow away in our rigs during …
Let’s face it – laundry is never much of a pleasure to deal with, but when you travel or live full-time in an RV, dirty laundry can be particularly unpleasant. However, there are little things we can all do to make the chore of laundry easier. Today we’re looking at the collapsible laundry basket. In …
While it may seem trivial to some, the question “Does gasoline go bad?” is actually a pretty important one. If you store your RV for long periods of time, for instance, the answer to this question may be critical. In fact, if you use gasoline for anything – a car, a generator, a lawn mower …
Everyone loves a campfire! But nobody likes the smokey smell that permeates clothing (and the RV!) once the fire is out. Since it’s campfire season, we thought we’d share some ideas for how to get the smoke smell out of clothes after a campfire. Grab the marshmallows and chocolate, and let’s dive right in! How …
With fall just around the corner and the nights getting chillier, people are huddling around the campfire (or portable propane fire pit), getting ready for fall sports and tailgate parties, and thinking about fall and winter camping and RVing. All of that makes this the perfect time for a post on battery-operated heated blankets. You …
As an RVer owner, having a collapsible ladder is pretty much a necessity. First, most homeowners have a step ladder, and when you’re on the road, your RV is your home. And for anyone serious about being a DIY’er, you really couldn’t be without one. Our ladder assists us frequently with all of the regular …
We’ve put out a few posts about staying cool recently because we’ve had one heck of a hot summer here in North America. Staying cool in your RV is not only a comfort issue but also a health issue. We’ve dealt with topics related to RV air conditioning, but what about a camping fan or …
A freezer is a great item to have when you’re traveling, and a portable freezer can be even more useful. A portable freezer/refrigerator can be useful in many different ways. You toss it in your car for a stop at Costco or Trader Joe’s and pack it with frozen foods no matter how far you …
If you’ve got an RV or any vehicle with a diesel engine, you may have heard or read that diesel fuel can go bad. But, does it really? And if so, how long does it remain stable before that happens? Our rig is a Class A diesel pusher, so this topic is important to us. …