Pat and I have always tried to support local businesses whenever we can, both in our hometown and while traveling in the RV. We enjoy stopping in small-town restaurants, local bakeries, hardware stores, and general stores. Besides helping the local economy, it’s often where you find the most interesting people and unique products. A recent…
Well, it’s official. Our fifth wheel is tucked in for the winter. Whenever our trailer will be sitting for an extended period, we install a full cover to protect it from the elements. Sun, rain, snow, and ice all take their toll on an RV that’s stored outdoors. Our cover is made from a breathable…
As the temperatures begin to cool, I’ve noticed more and more questions about winterizing RVs showing up in the online groups I follow. It happens every fall as camping season starts winding down for those of us who live in northern climates. The easiest option is to have a dealership or RV service center winterize…
Planning a trip has never been easier. or more overwhelming. Today there is an endless amount of information available online. Travel agencies, tourism websites, social media groups, travel blogs, and attraction websites all have suggestions about what you should see and do. The challenge isn’t finding information anymore—it’s deciding what to leave out. We discovered…
I spend a fair amount of time reading posts in various RV social media groups. Like many online communities, there are a lot of good discussions, plenty of questions, and occasionally some interesting debates. One thing I’ve noticed is that many people ask questions that have probably been answered before. I try not to let…
Do Your Homework Before You Hit the Road One thing that never ceases to amaze me is the variety of questions posted in RV social media groups. They cover everything from basic maintenance and troubleshooting to campground recommendations and travel destinations. These groups can be an excellent source of information, but like anything on the…
Overnight Parking Is a Courtesy, Not an Entitlement I’ve been thinking about this post for a few days after reading something in one of the RV groups that really caught my attention. A member described an experience at a Walmart where he wanted to stay overnight in the parking lot. Like many of us would,…
Our First Black Tank Issue There are a few things about RVing that always stay in the back of my mind. Not enough to keep me awake at night, but enough that I pay close attention to maintenance. One of my biggest concerns is a tire blowout at highway speeds. I’ve had blowouts on a…
If You Smell Propane, Don’t Ignore It Almost all of the tips I share come from our own experiences since buying our fifth wheel. Thankfully, this isn’t one of them. Unfortunately, every year people are injured—or worse—because of propane leaks and accidents involving RVs. Recently, I read about a couple who were seriously injured when…