By Mike Wendland
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If you've ever wondered how to be a camp host, you've come to the right place. We're going to tell you how to find camp host jobs, how and when to apply, and what makes the job so rewarding. In Episode...
It’s our first anniversary of owning RV Land in Tennessee and we are amazed at the progress we’ve made in developing it. We’re also pleasantly surprised by how much we’ve come to love the land and the Mid-Tennessee community of Linden....
Many set RV travel goals like visiting all the National Parks or driving to Alaska. Others collect things to hold onto their memories, like a magnet, pins, or maps. But a music-loving RV couple from New York has a whole...
We just met a 100 year old RVer who is still going strong. And he has a lot of wisdom about travel and adventure to share. He is James Ziegler, and he is - as you read this - 100 years...
RV Tires are perhaps the most essential but overlooked parts of an RV. Failure to pay attention to the care and maintenance of your RV tires is a significant safety risk, and today we share the basics that every RVer...
We've had lots of people ask if we know of any RV Land for Sale out West and we can now say we do - in Arizona at a new development called Greenwood Ranches. We've been covering RV land ownership for...
With winter fast approaching, many are planning on storing an RV for the off-season. This week, we talk about the most efficient ways to do that and what procedures should be followed so that when spring comes, the RV is...
If you live in cooler climates, you need to know how to winterize an RV. In late fall, that is job one. This week, we talk with a Master Certified RV Technician and one of the country's top RV experts...
Wondering about Florida Camping for Snowbirds following Hurricane Ian? You may be surprised by what Florida campground owners have to say. Contrary to some media reports, they're saying the snowbird camping season is still very much on! That's the main topic...
October is known for fall camping fun, from spooktacular campground Halloween-themed events to leaf peeping color tours of nature's autumn beauty. This week on the RV Podcast, we talk to a representative of Jellystone Parks about how fall camping fun has...
This week on the RV Podcast we talk to a woman about how to renovate an RV, learning her fascinating back story and how she is now helping others to do what she does. She is Cortni Armstrong, known as The...
Let's face it: These are challenging times. And after a week at the recent Hershey RV Show in Pennsylvania, where we talked with hundreds of real RVers, there are some real RV worries for 2023 clouding the future for many. Not...
One of the most essential parts in most RVs is the refrigerator. But this can also be the most challenging part, according to the members of our Facebook community (well over 135,000 members at the moment). And in today's Podcast...
The number of solo women campers is on the rise, across all ages and in motorhomes, trailers, fifth wheels, and even truck campers. In fact, the top expert we interview in Episode 412 of the RV Podcast says a significant...
If you've followed the news this summer, RVers especially need to know how to protect their dog from Parvo during the current outbreak responsible for dozens of tragic pet deaths across the country. That is the main topic of the week...
A tragic robbery-gone-wrong murder in an Alabama national forest last week, many wonder: Are off grid robbers hiding out on public lands? We talk at length about this unbelievable story out of the Talladega National Forest that claimed the life of...
Although it is a huge trend these days, there are many pros and cons of owning RV Land that need to be considered before jumping in and deciding to develop your own property. We're no experts, but after spending the last...
It's time to tell the truth about RV solar and lithium batteries. Not that they aren't great to have. It's just that too many RVers have been talked into getting solar/lithium packages by unreasonable claims by RV salespeople who just...
We have some really critical RV Safety Tips we need to pass on to you, along with some helpful travel info dealing with National Parks. We had so much audience feedback this week that all of Episode 407 of the RV...
One of the most common questions we get deals with the RV black tank and how to keep it clean and odor free. This week in Episode 406 of the RV Podcast, we interview a true expert - Steve Korsvall,...
A must visit for any RVer is the RV Hall of Fame in the RV Capital of the World, Elkhart, IN. We're in Elkhart this week hosting a rally we called the Elkhart Encounter and are camping right on the grounds...
It's time to talk about dangerous weather while camping. You are going to be threatened by it. Because besides sunny weather and blue skies, unfortunately, storms, heavy winds, tornadoes, hurricanes, and hail are also a part of camping life. So...
Across the RV industry these days, the question on everyone's mind is has the RV boom ended? The recent economic downturn is claiming lots of victims and the RV industry is no exception The industry is still very strong and no...
Starlink’s recent changes have tipped the scale AGAINST their favor. Here are the big disappointments with Starlink and the Starlink alternative RVers can turn to… IMPORTANT UPDATE SINCE RECORDING THIS PODCAST: Starlink no longer offers Residential Portability. That's the main topic...
As summer is now officially here, one of the most common questions we get is how we plan an RV Trip. So in this week's Episode #401 of the RV Podcast, we share the resources we use in the hopes...
It's a milestone event for us this week as we release Episode 400 of the RV Podcast, sharing lots of RV news including Yellowstone closures, your RV Lifestyle questions, and much more. To watch a video version of this week's podcast...
Ever wondered what it is like going from a motorhome to a fifth wheel? We have been experiencing just that for the past five weeks and we're ready to share all, what surprised us, what we like, and what we...
In this week's RV Podcast, we pass along some little-known but very effective tips on saving on RV fuel costs. With record-high prices straining everyone's travel budget, these tips from a fuel industry insider are well worth your time. But there's...
As high fuel prices are causing many to stay home or travel closer to home, the camping industry is wondering if they can expect more spots to be opened up this summer due to camping cancellations. That's what we talk...
The summer 2022 RV Travel season promises to be extremely challenging thanks to a spate of RV recalls and sky-high fuel prices. Those are the main topics that we focus on in this week's Episode 396 of the RV Podcast. To see...
If you've ever wondered what is Boondockers Welcome, in this episode of the RV Podcast (395), we explain how this awesome new addition to the Harvest Hosts system can literally save your camping trip when you can't find room in...
In this episode of the RV Podcast, we have 5 RV Tips from a pair of celebrity Master RV technicians that EVERY RVer needs to know. These are not hard to do. Some relate to the way we handle our...
The pandemic may be on the wane but the state of the RV industry as the second quarter of 2022 starts rolling is one of catch up, a slightly easing supply chain situation, and continued record demand for the products...
This week in Episode 392 of the RV Podcast, we share 5 RV stories you need to know, and news stories of interest that will shape the RV Lifestyle for much of the next year in big and little ways....
If you've tried to find a heavy-duty pickup truck to tow an RV you no doubt have experienced severe sticker shock. But the situation has become so alarming that I'd call it scandalous. Too many truck dealerships are adding on...
It's time to announce our future RV Plans. We can't keep them a secret anymore! We just had to share them with you. And we are so excited about what 2022 will mean for our RV Lifestyle. We're getting a new...
This week in Podcast 389 we learn what RVers are thinking about, what Starlink is starting to do, how a certain type of bug can disrupt living the RV Lifestyle, why you need to check your carbon monoxide detector, gas...
This month sees us celebrating the RV Lifestyle 10th anniversary and on RV Podcast #388 Jennifer and I reflect on the changes we've noticed - the good and the bad, especially as it relates to RV travel. It was March of...
Starlink for RV use is now available and taking Internet connectivity to new levels for those who work from the road. But not always. ****IMPORTANT UPDATE: Starlink no longer offers Residential Portability. This big change is one of Starlink's broken promises...
In Episode 386 we tackle two big issues for RVers: How high fuel prices will affect RV Travel in 2022 and the RV Internet solution Jennifer and I rely on for on-the-road connectivity. To watch the complete video of this episode,...
Lithium RV batteries have been growing in popularity to the extent that they have pretty much now become the gold standard for RVers looking to maximize house battery power while boondocking and camping off-grid. This week in Episode 385 of our...
No one said RVing is cheap. But trust me, the five most expensive RV Repairs we share in this article are the items you most want to avoid. In this episode of the RV Podcast, we interview Jeff Shelton, the CEO...
Questions. You've got lots of questions. RV Lifestyle questions. And in Episode 383 of the RV Podcast, we answer them. Our email has been piling up and we thought we'd use this podcast to answer as many of your RV Lifestyle...
When you are on the road, using a mobile RV tech sure makes more sense than waiting days or weeks for repairs. In fact, using a mobile RV tech doesn't have to be limited to roadside or campground calls. They can...
In this week's Episode 381 of the RV Podcast, we talk about why RVers are buying land, what things to look for, and what's involved. Since we first started reporting on this last summer, hardly a day goes by that we...
Those were sure a bunch of expensive RVs! We're just back from the record-setting Florida RV SuperShow in Tampa and in this week's RV Podcast episode we talk about that, give you a sneak peek at the race to build...
RV Travel and Camping is very rewarding. And sometimes very challenging. It is filled with surprises, both good and bad. And in Episode 379 of the RV Podcast, we share them all. The topic stems from a very lively discussion about...
With these winter camping tips, you'll be warm and cozy, hiking and snowshoeing with confidence, and loving all the good times around a roaring campfire deep in the woods of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. We recorded this episode of the RV...
It's time for some unvarnished, blunt and no-BS talk about what to expect about RV camping in 2022, in contrast to the "everything is great" pablum being spewed out by RV industry marketers and PR spinmasters. Everything is not great. And...
We're far from alone in seeking to own RV property. It's a trend that has been growing fast over the past few years and a viable alternative to the hassle of trying to find open spots in a campground that...