This week we talk about StressLess Camping on Thanksgiving with some great tips and hints for making a campground Thanksgiving meal. Our three guest chefs and campground cooks have some great ideas to use today or in the future. We’ve got a lot to be thankful for so pull up a plate and join us as we enjoy some StressLess Camping - Thanksgiving style!

This week we talk about StressLess Camping on Thanksgiving with some great tips and hints for making a campground Thanksgiving meal. Our three guest chefs and campground cooks have some great ideas to use today or in the future. We’ve got a lot to be thankful for so pull up a plate and join us as we enjoy some StressLess Camping - Thanksgiving style!

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.

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.

The must have shopping list essentials as you start your new RV journey. All the gifts you’re going to want for your new RV so you can enjoy some StressLess Camping. 

• StressLess Camping podcast group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/StressLessPodcast/
• RV Essentials: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/blog/2018/10/27/rv-essentials-for-stressless-camping
• RV Electricity Episode: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0032
• Magma Cookware article: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/blog/2018/1/15/ideal-cookware-for-rvs
• Best coffee maker for RVers: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/blog/2018/4/15/the-best-coffee-maker-for-boondockers
• RV Superbag RV bedding system: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/blog/rvsuperbag
• RV Slide Sweep Article: https://www.rvtravel.com/clear-debris-slideout-rv-slideout-broom/

The must have shopping list essentials as you start your new RV journey. All the gifts you’re going to want for your new RV so you can enjoy some StressLess Camping. 

• StressLess Camping podcast group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/StressLessPodcast/
• RV Essentials: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/blog/2018/10/27/rv-essentials-for-stressless-camping
• RV Electricity Episode: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0032
• Magma Cookware article: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/blog/2018/1/15/ideal-cookware-for-rvs
• Best coffee maker for RVers: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/blog/2018/4/15/the-best-coffee-maker-for-boondockers
• RV Superbag RV bedding system: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/blog/rvsuperbag
• RV Slide Sweep Article: https://www.rvtravel.com/clear-debris-slideout-rv-slideout-broom/

We speak about winterizing your RV with Adam Douglas who is our go-to guy for winterizing tips. Should you use compressed air or RV antifreeze for winterization? Adam has the tips and insights. Then we head outside to the campfire and share some great campfire S’Mores tips from our partners GrubStick.

Places to find propane:

• Amerigas
• UHaul
• Propane website
• AFDC - Alternative Fuels Data Center
• LP Stations website

• The Family Motor Coach Association - FMCA
• Grubstick
  • Grubstick s’Mwaffles
  • Grubstick s‘Mores basics
  • Caramel Apple s’Mores
• RV Discounts and Deals

The StressLess Camping Facebook Group

We speak about winterizing your RV with Adam Douglas who is our go-to guy for winterizing tips. Should you use compressed air or RV antifreeze for winterization? Adam has the tips and insights. Then we head outside to the campfire and share some great campfire S’Mores tips from our partners GrubStick.

Places to find propane:

• Amerigas
• UHaul
• Propane website
• AFDC - Alternative Fuels Data Center
• LP Stations website

• The Family Motor Coach Association - FMCA
• Grubstick
  • Grubstick s’Mwaffles
  • Grubstick s‘Mores basics
  • Caramel Apple s’Mores
• RV Discounts and Deals

The StressLess Camping Facebook Group

Some of the spookiest stories from around the campfire told by hosts Peggy and Tony Barthel. These great campfire stories are new and old and are sure to give you chills on this Halloween episode, our second in the series. 

The StressLess Camping podcast is all about turning the Great American RV Adventure into a StressLess Camping experience™ and is released weekly in your favorite podcast app along as well as on our website at www.StressLessCamping.com 

Some of the spookiest stories from around the campfire told by hosts Peggy and Tony Barthel. These great campfire stories are new and old and are sure to give you chills on this Halloween episode, our second in the series. 

The StressLess Camping podcast is all about turning the Great American RV Adventure into a StressLess Camping experience™ and is released weekly in your favorite podcast app along as well as on our website at www.StressLessCamping.com