This week we’ve got 20 mistakes that new RVers should avoid at the campground - expensive, dangerous and just funny things we’ve seen while RVing. Make your next camping experience a StressLess Camping one by avoiding these rookie mistakes.

1. Unhook your safety chains second to last
2. Unhook your emergency brake cable last
3. Make sure your stabilizer jacks are up before hooking to your tow vehicle
4. Check propane levels - pour hot water on the tank and feel where there is a significant temperature change indicating the propane level or get a tank monitor such as the Tank Check LP monitor kit
5. Make sure the gate valves are closed on your tank before you open the sewer cap
6. Don’t keep your gate valves open until it’s time to dump
7. Don’t leave propane on while driving
8. Don’t leave the awning out when you’re not at the RV
9. Podcast episode: Don’t be spooked by Boondocking
10. Don’t hang things from the bumper of your travel trailer
11. Mind your campfire - our Campfire Safety Podcast episode
12. Wildlife and bear safety podcast episode with Steve Searles
13. Don’t leave heaters and other appliances unattended
14. RV Electricity basics with Mike Sokol
15. Look over your campsite before backing in
16. Checklists make for StressLess Camping
17. Check the weather before it becomes an issue
18. Plan your fuel stops in advance with a tool like RV Trip Wizard
19. Walk the campsite before you leave
20. Tips for campground etiquette

Plus we’ve got a great gadget - a campfire cooking tripod made by our blacksmithing friend Devin.