By Chris Rodriguez
Camping, campground and camping equipment reviews
This is In The Field Camping Episode 63. In this episode Chris shared the YouTube channels we watch, subscribe to, and recommend. This episode was recorded at Lake Pueblo State Park in Colorado. Keep Your Daydream Long Long Honeymoon All...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 58. In this episode Chris talked about all the things that went wrong, and a couple that went right, in this years dewinterizing. This episode was recorded at Cherry Creek State Park in Colorado....
This is In The Field Camping Episode 56. In this episode Chris did a audio/video simulcast on our YouTube Channel. He talked about Eleven Mile and Spinney Mountain State Parks, Cripple Creek (including the Molly Kathleen Gold Mine Tour & the Cripple...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 54. In this episode Chris gave an in-depth review of a solar powered generator called “The Illuminator” by Solaaron. If you’re interested in this item, you can get 5% off the $295 price by using...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 53. In this episode Chris talked about the apparent divisive topic of dumping gray water at your campsite. Chris also gave an Honorable Mention to All About RV’s YouTube channel. This episode was recorded...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 52. In this episode Chris talked buying advice offered by Jayco – with shout-outs to Haylett RV and The Great Outdoors RV. Also discussed was our first buying experience, a Jayco from Camping World. ...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 51. In this episode Chris talked about “Workamping”, including being a camp host. He also discussed Outdoor Vitals, a premium outdoor gear company. Honorable mention to Long Long Honeymoon YouTube channel. This episode was recorded at Golden Gate Canyon...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 50. In this episode Chris talked about our last trip and how bad weather chased us out early. He also talked about the gray water tanks and different ways to deal with small holding...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 48. In this episode Chris talked about our online presence on Facebook. He also talked about our sordid past when it comes to firewood, including an international incident. On that topic, he talked about...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 47. In this episode Chris touches on allergy issues while camping, a recent visit to the RV service shop (great work done by RV Four Seasons in Loveland, CO), and information on Chatfield State...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 46. In this episode, Chris talks about the start to another season and changes that should help increase camping activity. Chris mentioned “Less Junk, More Journey” YouTube Channel. Chris even goes on a walk...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 45. In this episode, Chris talks about how the 2017 camping season went, and reflects on past years – then goes way off topic! (Smoking meats, baseball, etc) In The Field Camping Podcast with...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 44. In this episode, Chris talks about more Colorado State Parks, including James M. Robb, Crawford, Paonia, Rifle Gap, Rifle Falls, Harvey Gap, and Sweitzer Lake State Parks, as well as a mention of...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 43. In this episode, Chris shares and responds to a bunch of listener feedback. It’s not as boring as it sounds! This episode was recorded at the James M. Robb Colorado River State Park in Colorado....
This is In The Field Camping Episode 42. In this episode, Chris talks about Mueller State Park in Colorado, and a story of some good friends – who were until recently full time camper/RV’rs – and a tragic situation they are dealing with....
This is In The Field Camping Episode 41. In this episode, Chris talks about problems with his tow vehicle, and how camping and this podcast nearly came to an end. He also talked about a report on the best beach camping...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 40, an extended length 2016 Season Finale! In this episode, Chris gives full reviews of the Silt/Colorado River KOA, Iron Mountain Hot Springs, Maroon Bells, Stoneyard Distillery, Marble Distilling Company, and Woody Creek Distillery. Chris next sort...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 39. In this episode, Chris takes a walk and describes what he sees: The Grand Hogback, The Grand Mesa, the Colorado River, and the nearby freeway. Also discussed are some various headlines dealing with...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 38. In this episode, Chris talks about a recent trip to southwest Colorado, including Ridgway State Park, the town of Ridgway, Orvis Hot Springs, Telluride, Telluride Distillery, Montrose, and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park....
This is In The Field Camping Episode 37. In this episode, Chris talks about the financial aspects of owning an RV. Discussed was the book “Total Money Makeover” by Dave Ramsey, and how camping/rv’ing fits in – or doesn’t – with...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 36. In this episode, Chris talks about the reasons for the large gap between episodes: weather, other non-camping commitments, etc. Also the surprises that pop up on the first trip of the year. This...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 35. In this episode, Chris wraps up the camping season and gets a little personal with some health issues and raises the question of camping with health issues and concerns. Also brought up is...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 34. In this episode, Chris continues talking about the 3 week odyssey to Canada and Montana, including West Glacier KOA, Flathead Lake, Polson KOA, Glacier Distilling Company, Whistling Andy’s Distillery, The Raven restaurant, Willows...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 33. In this episode, Chris continues talking about Western Canada, including Glacier and Revelstoke National Parks in British Columbia, the Revelstoke Train Museum, rafting along the Kicking Horse River in B.C. with Golden Rafting...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 32. In this episode, Chris talks about camping with alcohol, tobacco, and firearms. If either of those topics offends you, you may want to skip this episode. Chris talks about his experiences with these...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 31. In this episode, Chris talks about crossing the border into Alberta, Canada, and some of the things experienced on his trip to Canada, including Bridgeview RV Resort in Lethbridge, Alberta, Whistlers Campground in Jasper...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 30. In this episode, Chris talked about some problems on the first trip of the year. First was a sidetrack about bicycles and why Chris doesn’t bring his. Chris also talked about the first...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 28. In this episode, Chris talked about moving, work, crowded campgrounds – in other words things keeping us from camping and recording. Then it was on to comparing flying verses camping, or RV’ing. Not...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 27. This is Season 2 Finale! We mostly talked about the historic Colorado Flood of 2013. Chris also went on a rant about the sequester, government shutdown, and National Park Rangers. In The Field...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 26. On this episode we talked about things or events that stop you from camping. In The Field Camping Podcast with Chris Rodriguez is a podcast that is literally recorded “in the field” while camping...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 25. This is part 3 of a 3 part series of camping in the Hawaiian Islands, this time it’s the Big Island of Hawaii. This episode was recorded from the Kona Coast of Hawaii....
This is In The Field Camping Episode 24. This is part 2 of a 3 part series of camping in the Hawaiian Islands, this time it’s the islands of Molokai, Lanai, and Maui – plus some background on Kahoolawe. This episode...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 23. This is part 1 of a 3 part series of camping in the Hawaiian Islands, this time it’s the westernmost islands of Kauai and Oahu. This episode was recorded from Kaanapali Beach on...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 22. In this episode we talked about camping mishaps: including burning bicycles, dragging dogs, bee attack, hit by a car, and fires and floods. Our YouTube Channel has the added benefit of different original music mixed...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 21. In this episode we talked about outdoor and indoor camping games: including Trac-Ball, Ladder Golf, and My Pole-ish Horseshoes. Our YouTube Channel has the added benefit of different original music mixed within the episodes. On...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 20. In this episode we talked about a couple of devices that could come in handy when camping, RV’ing, and hiking. The Magic Bullet blender (www.buythebullet.com) and the PowerPot rechargeable cooking pot (www.thepowerpot.com). We...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 19. In this episode we discussed considerations for stick-and-brick homes for part-time and full-time RV’rs. Then it was on to talking about smaller trailers, like teardrops and a-frames. A special mention (and thanks!) goes...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 18. In this episode we talked about our new YouTube Channel, which includes pictures, videos, and annotations. Then it was on to ways to watch our YouTube Channel, and other digital downloadable media with...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 17. In this episode we asked what did you do over the off-season (for those of you that had an off-season), and making plans for camping. We also talked about how things can alter...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 16, the Season 2 Premiere! In this episode we talked about what was going on over the winter, including our new website. We also talked about expanding into camping related videos. As a refresher,...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 15, the Season 1 Finale! In this episode we talked about topics discussed in the first season, and some must have iPhone apps for camping from Everything iCafe. Chris added one of his favorite...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 14. In this episode we talked about RVC Outdoor Destinations, who is trying to give Kampgrounds of America a run for their money. We also shared a story from The Onion about a new...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 13. In this episode we talked about all of the great products from Fastway, including the E2 Hitch, the Flip, the Zip, and the OneStep. Then it was on to some of the campgrounds...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 12. In this episode Chris got on the soapbox and talked about “campground squatters”, which are people who, sometimes knowingly, take over a campsite that is already clearly reserved and use it for “day...
This is In The Field Camping Podcast Episode 11 In this episode we talked about dry camping, which is camping without hookups (water, sewer, and electric) and some equipment reviews on the following:Sunforce 50033 15-Watt Solar Charging Kit Camco 42165 RV...
This is In The Field Camping Episode 10. In this episode we talked about mapbooks that are helpful in finding places to camp, specifically Colorado Road & Recreation Atlas by Benchmark Maps and Colorado Atlas & Gazetteer by DeLorme. We also...
This is In The Field Camping Podcast Episode 9 In this episode we talked about FunTreks (www.funtreks.com) and their excellent guidebooks, which are great for off-roading as well as a camping resource. The book I referenced, Guide to Northern Colorado Backroads &...
This is In The Field Camping Podcast Episode 8. Campground review: Hermit Park http://www.larimer.org/parks/hermitpark.htm Our favorite spots were B1,B3,B4,B8,B10,B15-B20,B22,B24-B25(Huge/Best),B28,B29(Huge), B31-B35 (too tightly packed but good for groups) H1,H2,H3,H27, K1,K8 Tips: We talked about generators, the Kill A Watt killowatt/hr monitor. Items to consider when making a...
This is In The Field Camping Podcast Episode 7 Campground review: Jacks Gulch in northeast Colorado, check out our YouTube video for this campground. Best sites (in our opinion): 3, 5, 6, 13, 14, 15/16 (double site), 17, 20, 21, and...
This is In The Field Camping Podcast Episode 6 We discussed Kampgrounds of America (KOA) and the pluses and minuses of these locations, including the KOA’s we’ve visited: Wyoming – Devils Tower, Rock Springs/Green River, and Jackson Hole/Snake River. Colorado –...
