RVs are great as extra work or living space or to set up camp somewhere exciting. Knowing how to install hookups is necessary to create a livable space with water, electricity, and sewage. Whether you plan on installing hookups yourself or hiring a professional, there’s a cost of installing all types of RV hookups. The…
One benefit of RVs is that you can use them any time of year to travel to almost any destination. However, one thing to keep in mind is you and your passengers’ safety in an RV if you plan on camping or driving during harsher winter months. RV camping is a very popular activity during…
A pipe bursting from freezing temperatures is one of the quickest ways to total your RV and permanently ruin your camping trips. It’s important to winterize your camper if you’re parking it in a location that gets below freezing in the winter. If you skip this step, your RV is at risk for major damage…
So you’re trying to plan your camping trip and you’ve come across some walk-up camping sites. But what is walk up camping? In this post, you’ll learn what it is, plus 12 tips to help you get a site. Guide to Walk Up Camping So, what is walk up camping? Is it the same as…
According to the US Forest Service, 90% of wildfires in the United States are caused by carelessness. Here are twelve essential campfire safety rules. These fire safety tips will help keep your kids and the forests safe. 12 Campfire Safety Tips Here are 12 tips for the safe use of a campfire. It would be…
So you want to cook on the campfire? Congrats! While there’s nothing wrong with using a campstove, there isn’t anything like food cooking over an open wood fire. Learn five methods of campfire cooking, how to regulate the temperature, plus lots of tips and gear. Guide to Campfire Cooking Toasting marshmallows, roasting hot dogs, or…
Concerned about having enough safe water on your trip? When you’re hiking and camping, you likely have an endless source of good water – if boil it first. In this post, you’ll learn how long to boil water to purify it for drinking. This guide is going to be complete for campers and hikers. But…
Ready for a sing-along? Here are the best campfire songs ever. They include classic, folk, modern, and kids. Plus our pick of the best kids campfire songs and 5 of the best campfire songbooks. And you can even sing them all with your kids – they’re all family friendly – without alcohol, violence, or innuendo….
These RV gadgets will make your travel easier, safer, and more fun. While many of these items are good for occasional RVers, they are must-haves for the full-timers. 6 Must-Have RV Gadgets Here are some tech ideas for RVs that will still allow you to get away from it all but let you have an…
Can you squish a tick? Should you? In this post, you’ll learn how to safely kill a tick, how they hunt, attach, drug, and then feed on you. You’ll learn about the diseases they carry, how often they feed, how to remove them, and how to prevent them. For many people, snakes, spiders, scorpions, and…