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What does it take to transition from weekend warriors to full-time RVers with two teens? In this Community Spotlight episode, Jenn sits down with Ashley and Steve from Campfires and Motors to hear how a military family traded their Delaware home for life on the road.

With nearly a full year of full-time RV life under their belts, Steve and Ashley share the realities of downsizing, homeschooling on wheels, and building a YouTube channel. They know RV life isn't just a long-term vacation. To make it last, they create routines, manage weight limits, and find creative ways to help teens stay connected every day.

Learn How:

• Selling your house and downsizing can be surprisingly liberating
• Former military skills translate to RV skills
• Teens adapt to RV life when homeschooling is their norm
• RV and truck weight limits can really affect your travels
• Extended boondocking requires creative strategies
• Income can be supplemented with content creation
• Finding socialization opportunities for teens takes intentional planning
• Rallies connect you with community

Links & Resources:

🎥 Campfires and Motors:

• Website: campfiresandmotors.com
• YouTube: Campfires & Motors
• Follow on social media for weekly news 

🏕️ Boondocking Resources: Learn to RV Boondocking Articles

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family RV Association: frva.com

• Rolling Roots Family Chapter launching soon!

🎒 Homeschooling on the Road: Learn to RV Education Resources

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📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV

📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel

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💬 Traveling with teens or interested in boondocking? Join the conversation in our Facebook community and connect with families on similar journeys!

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Ever walked into an RV show and felt completely overwhelmed? Or wondered if spending money on a rally ticket is actually worth it? Jennifer, Jenn, and Tasha break down what you need to know about RV rallies, shows, and events for 2026, from the legendary Arizona desert to the massive upcoming RV shows.

Learn How:

• Rallies differ from shows and which is right for you
• Brand rallies offer perks like free repairs and catered dinners
• Smaller chapter meetups bring community without major travel
• Some opportunities create rolling rallies across the country

Must-Know 2026 Events:

🎈 Xscapers Annual Bash, Lake Havasu, AZ – Jan. 10-18
 🏕️ Quartzsite Sports, Vacation, and RV Show (also known as The Big Tent), Quartzsite, AZ – Jan. 17-25
 🎪 Florida RV SuperShow, Tampa, FL – Jan. 14-18
 🌸 FRVA’s 112th International Convention and RV Expo: Changes in Latitudes, Perry, GA – March 18-21 
 🎩 Big Hats in the Bluegrass, Firefly Hills, Beattyville, KY – April 26-May 10
 🎆 FRVA’s 113th International Convention and RV Expo: 250 Years of Red, White, and Blue, Sedalia, MO – July 1-4
 🎪 57th Annual America’s Largest RV Show, Hershey, PA – Sept. 16-20

🌅 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, Albuquerque, NM – Oct. 3-11

Links & Resources:

⛺ FRVA Events: frva.com/events

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Rolling Roots Chapter: Learn More

🎪 Firefly Hills Kentucky: fireflyhillskentucky.com

🚐 Fantasy RV Tours: fantasyrvtours.com

🛣️ Rove Life: rovelife.com/roventures or visit their Facebook page

🌞 Camp Carpe Diem: campcarpediem.com

🎈 Balloon Fiesta: balloonfiesta.com

🐻 Alaska Excursion Caravan: alaskacaravan.com

💫 Adventure Caravans: adventurecaravans.com

📸 Follow: @LearnToRV

👉 Rally Resources: learntorv.com

📺 YouTube: Learn To RV Channel

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💬 Looking for RV community? Join the conversation in one of our online communities! Visit this page to find the right one for you today.

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In this Community Spotlight episode, Jennifer sits down with Patrice and Kevin McCabe, hosts of Discovery Channel's hit show "RV There Yet?", to hear how a fishing show pivot during COVID became a five-season RV travel series inspiring thousands to hit the road.

Over 20 years of RVing together, this husband-and-wife team has learned what it takes to run a small business from 30 feet of living space while filming a national television show. From Patrice driving the rig (yes, she's behind the wheel!) to keeping everything in its place when the crew arrives, they share the systems and gear that make their mobile lifestyle work. 

Learn How:

• A spontaneous idea became a Discovery Channel travel show
• Living and working in tight spaces requires systems and routines
• Water filtration matters for health (especially for cancer survivors)
• Women driving RVs creates confidence and independence
• Small business values align with supporting American-made RV products
• Starting chapters within FRVA creates community connections
• Influencers can reach wider audiences by partnering with established clubs

Links & Resources:

📺 RV There Yet? TV: rvthereyettv.com

• Watch on Discovery Channel, Amazon Prime, Roku, YouTube
• Follow on social media for updates
• New show "RV Eats" launching soon!

🚐 Family RV Association (FRVA): frva.com

• International Convention: Perry, Georgia (March), & Sedalia, Missouri (July)
• Roadside assistance, insurance, education, and community
• Open to ALL RVs: motorhomes, fifth wheels, travel trailers, and more

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Rolling Roots Family Chapter: Join by January 2nd for free first-year membership

• Contact Learn to RV for details

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📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV

👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com

📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel

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⚠️ ADULT CONTENT WARNING: Headphones recommended! This episode contains mature themes and candid discussions about romantic relationships on the road. Not intended for young listeners.

In a surprise takeover, Frank, Matthew, and Phil commandeered Learn To RV: The Podcast to discuss what the ladies won't tell you about RV life. The guys get refreshingly honest about relationships on the road, from navigating perimenopause in tight quarters to the real reason washing machines are essential.

But wait! Hear what happens when Jennifer, Jenn, and Tasha discover their husbands went rogue and tackled uncomfortable topics. Plus, learn the actual strategies these couples use to keep the peace when tempers flare in small spaces.

Learn How:

• Full hookups are non-negotiable certain times of the month
• Temperature control is a love language for some and survival strategy for all
• The washing machine excuse works better than you'd think
• Communication saves marriages
• There aren't pink or blue jobs when you live in an RV
• Saying the wrong thing can turn up the heat faster than a thermostat
• Strategic walks and alone time prevent meltdowns
• Shared routines matter more than you realize
• City parking in a big truck tests even the strongest marriages

Links & Resources:

🚐 RV Roofing Solutions: rvroofingsolutions.com

🧺 RV Washing & Drying Machine Options: learntorv.com

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📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV

👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com

📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel

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⚠️ Words to NEVER Use: Relax, calm down, chill, you're overreacting, it's not a big deal, high maintenance

🎙️ This episode proves that sometimes the best relationship advice comes from the guys who've learned the hard way!

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The information shared in this episode is based on personal experience and individual choices. Learn To RV, Learn To RV: The Podcast, and all related persons do not claim to be medical professionals or practitioners. Nothing discussed should be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified health care provider before making decisions related to your health or wellness.

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What happens when a full-time RVer discovers a critical service gap at rallies and campgrounds? In this Community Spotlight episode, Jenn sits down with Gabe from Tank Rangers to hear how a traveling health care family built a nationwide RV tank cleaning business, and why proper tank maintenance matters more than you think.

Five years into full-time RV life with his wife and 12-year-old son, Gabe shares the unexpected journey from rally vendor to franchise owner of nearly three dozen locations nationwide. Does the ice trick work? What’s the truth about RV-safe toilet paper? Gabe brings real talk about a topic every RVer deals with, but few discuss openly. Whether you're battling mysterious odors, dealing with sensor issues, or just want to keep your tanks healthier, this conversation delivers practical wisdom you can use today.

Learn How:

• A doctor prescribed tank cleaning
• To get tanks factory-clean and sensors working again
• Poor tank maintenance creates struvite stones — and what those are
• You should be taking care of your gray tanks, too
• Water meters help prevent overflows
• Switching additives without prep can lead to problems

Links & Resources:

🛠️ Tank Rangers: tankrangers.com | Call: 844-RVTANKS

• Find locations nationwide
• Franchise opportunities available
• Follow on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok

💧 Liquified RV Treatment: Use promo code TANKRANGERS for discount

🚽 Valterra Flush King

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👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com

📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel

👉 Read our blog, Professional RV Tank Cleaning: Why Tank Rangers Is Essential for Black & Gray Tank Maintenance, on Learn To RV to learn more about Tank Rangers and their service.

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If you’ve heard of the Family RV Association (formerly the Family Motor Coach Association, FMCA) and wondered what it’s all about, we’re here to help you learn! In this special episode, Jennifer, Jenn, Tasha, and our special guest, Lisa, discuss FRVA and announce something big happening within the organization.

From its history as the oldest RV club in the country to exclusive benefits most people don't know exist, discover why FRVA membership might be the connection your family has been missing. Plus, hear from Doug Uhlenbrock, FRVA's Executive Director, and Kevin & Patrice McCabe from RV There Yet TV about where this member-owned community is headed.

Learn How:

• FRVA evolved from motor coaches only to welcoming all RV types
• Member benefits could save you in an emergency
• First-timers get special perks at FRVA conventions
• One new chapter is creating space specifically for traveling families

Links & Resources:

🚐 RV Roofing Solutions (sponsor): rvroofingsolutions.com

⛺ Family RV Association: frva.com | Call: 800-543-3622

📺 RV There Yet? TV: rvthereyettv.com and RV THERE YET? TV on YouTube

🎪 FRVA Perry Convention: March 19-22, 2025 | LTRV Rally Guide

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Learn To RV: Rolling Roots Chapter: Learn More[TM1] 

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👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com

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Shopping for an RVer this holiday season? Forget the bulky gift sets and oversized gadgets. Space is precious when you're living life on the road! In this special Christmas episode, Jenn, Jennifer, and Tasha reveal what RVers actually want under the tree. 

From space-saving stocking stuffers to experience gifts that create lasting memories, discover the perfect presents for every traveler on your list. Plus, hear from small business owners who've cracked the code on RV-friendly gifts, and enter to win some amazing prizes!

Links & Resources:

🎁 Complete Gift Guide: The Learn to RV Christmas Wishlist

🥾 The Walkers Wandering: @thewalkerswandering

🚶 Wandering Gypsy RV Life: wanderinggypsyrvlife.com

⛰️ Jeremy Puglisi: @thervatlas

🎨 Featured Small Businesses:

• Trailer Made RV: @trailermade_rv (Instagram) | TrailerMade RV (Facebook)
• Rivet Supply Co: rivetsupplyco.com/learntorv Enter to win a Rivet Adventure Board and find a limited-time special Learn To RV: The Podcast discount code inside!
• Emily Lex Studio: emilylexstudio.com
• Elsewhere Unplugged: elsewhereunplugged.com

⛺ Hiking & Outdoor Gear:

• Hikas Gators: gearenvie.com
• LifeStraw: lifestraw.com
• My Medic First Aid: mymedic.com
• LuminAID®: luminaid.com

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🎄 GIVEAWAY ALERT! Enter to win adventure boards, tea towels, Santa keys, books by RV authors, and MORE! Details in the episode. Entries close December 2nd at midnight for Learn To RV: The Podcast prizes (email your entries to [email protected]) and December 10th (8pm ET) for Rivet Supply Co. prizes.

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What does it take to sell everything and hit the road after 35 years in one place? In our first Community Spotlight episode, Jenn sits down with Joanie from On the Go with Joanie and Joe to hear their fresh perspective on full-time RV life.

Just three months into their journey, Joanie shares the real story behind her and Joe’s leap into full-timing, from downsizing decades of belongings to navigating their first travel days in their new rig. With inspiration from Joanie's parents, who spent 27 years full-timing themselves, and a desire to visit their Navy son and professional athlete daughter, this couple is discovering what it means to make the road their home.

Learn How:

• Two new full-timers navigate the transition from house to RV life
• Planning ahead becomes essential, even for spontaneous travelers
• Choosing their right RV involved years of research and trade-offs
• Keeping medical care can work when you maintain a home base
• Travel day success requires the right GPS and realistic expectations
• RV modifications can make your space feel like home
• Bucket list trips can shape your first-year dream route

Links & Resources:

🚐 RV Roofing Solutions (sponsor): rvroofingsolutions.com

📱 Follow Joanie & Joe:

• Instagram: @on_the_go_with_joanie_and_joe
• Facebook: On the Go with Joanie & Joe
• TikTok: @onthegojoaniejoe

🏕️ Thousand Trails Membership: thousandtrails.com

🌾 Harvest Hosts: harvesthosts.com

🛏️ Beddy's Bedding: beddys.com

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👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com

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Exciting news! We're launching something brand new—the Community Spotlight Series, dropping every Thursday alongside our regular Monday episodes. This isn't just another podcast; it's YOUR opportunity to hear real stories from real RVers just like you.

Whether you're full-time, part-time, weekending, or just dreaming about hitting the road, this series celebrates the diverse voices that make our community so special. From beet harvest workers to retired couples, solo travelers to families with kids—every story deserves to be told.

Ways to Get Involved:

• Share Your Story: Have an RVing journey worth sharing? We want to hear it! You don't need to be an expert or travel full-time
• Volunteer Writers: Join our team of volunteer writers—all skill levels welcome
• Community Ambassadors: Help moderate our Facebook groups (just one post per week!)
• Sponsor the Podcast: Limited spots available at ground-floor pricing (rates increase January 1st)
• Free Support: Like, share, and comment on our posts—it makes a huge difference!

Our Facebook Groups (All Closed/Safe Spaces):

• Learn To RV - The Friendly Informative Group
• Roadschooling Resources
• Military Community (active duty, retired, veterans)
• Ladies Only Chick Chat
• Radical American Gypsy Experience (full-timers)

Links & Resources:

• 🏠 Main Website: learntorv.com
• 📝 Want to Write for Us? Go to Let Us Feature You or email [email protected]
• 🤝 Become a Community Ambassador: Go To Join Our Team
• 💼 Sponsor Opportunities: Advertise With Us
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Missing spiritual community while traveling full-time? You're not alone. In this episode, Jennifer speaks with Shane Boyd, founder of Gathering of Nomads, about how RVers can find meaningful faith-based connections on the road.

From starting as a traditional church pastor to discovering a gap in nomadic ministry, Shane shares the heart behind building a community that meets travelers where they are. Discover how Gathering of Nomads is training everyday believers to be the church in campgrounds across the country through their chapter program, and why faith community doesn't require a square building.

Being constantly on the move creates unique challenges developing spiritual connections. Learn how one ministry creates opportunities through pop-up gatherings, remote discipleship, and a specialized app that connects like-minded nomads.

Learn How:

• Shane's journey transitioned from traditional to nomadic
• Churches often miss connecting with the RV community
• The "BLESS model" can help build authentic relationships on the road
• Chapter leaders are bringing nomads together nationwide
• Remote discipleship can help you stay connected between travel destinations
• The Gathering of Nomads app helps travelers find faith-led community
• Love Thy Nomad helps RVers in need

Links & Resources:

🚐 RV Roofing Solutions (sponsor): rvroofingsolutions.com

⛪ Gathering of Nomads: gatheringofnomads.com

🎙️ The Collective Thread Podcast: Available at gatheringofnomads.com

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