The Camping Crew

Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

You  can now support us and get hold of some of our goodies like T-shirts,  mugs, coasters and the like at the same time, just go to www.TheCampingCrew.ie to see what’s available.

Or alternatively if you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

News:

Aaron was on the Motorhome and Caravan Show on Sunday last.

Camp out in Kilkenny, disclaimer

The New France Passion app could be very useful when we travel again to France.

Follow-ups & shout-outs:

Thank you to everyone that  Bought us a Coffee this week.

Stickers on the way to Liam K.

Message on insta from Kev about insurance for a planned conversion.

Message from Sean on Instagram about UK driving license for his first motorhome

Campsites or stop overs:

We have a review this week from RigorMortis from campsitereview.com about Hidden Valey Wicklow..

Where will Charlie and Me be this week?  Clonvilla, Youghal

Tips & Camping hacks:

Common mistakes and tips for cleaning the outside your Motorhome, Camper or Caravan

Things to do while camping (new section):

Geocaching

Camp life:

Check out 21 Must-Read Books - on the practical Practical Motorhome website.

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If  you would like a sticker for your Motorhome, Campervan, Caravan or Car  just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

To get in touch with us:

Email:   [email protected]

Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups

We love getting your messages, ideas, campsite suggestions/reviews, products, news items to discuss on the podcast.

We  wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube  called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

You can now support us and get hold of some of our goodies at the same time, just go to www.TheCampingCrew.ie to see what’s available.

Or alternatively if you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

News:

Quiet week for news. Parking complaints seemed to have died down with the schools starting back.

Follow-ups & shout-outs:

Stephen Birch Bought us a Coffee this week. Thanks for that.

Rory & Babs were on with an interesting Question?.

Neil sent us a follow up message on Twitter about our Solar question from last week.

Campsites or stop overs:

TOURER left a review on campsitereview.com of Nagles in Doolin, Co Clare.

Where will Charlie and Me be this week?

Tips & Camping hacks:

We discuss an email from Craig regarding date of Motorhome tyres.

Adrian sent us in a great email regarding Caravan servicing.

Camp life:

So Aaron, is this years camping season over for most people?

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If  you would like a sticker for your Motorhome, Campervan, Caravan or Car  just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

To get in touch with us:

Email:   [email protected]

Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups

We love getting your messages, ideas, campsite suggestions/reviews, products, news items to discuss on the podcast.

We  wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube  called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

You can now support us and get hold of some of our goodies at the same time, just go to www.TheCampingCrew.ie to see what’s available.

Or alternatively if you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

News:

Meet up will be subject to COVID restrictions… we will be following the advice of the government and the campsite owner.

Charles Camping had a burglary recently. Keep an eye out online for camping gear that might be cheaper than usual.

Follow-ups & shout-outs:

Tony n Catriona were in touch asking about Solar Panels

Carmel asks if Charlie and Me ever did a review on air drive away awnings

Question  from Self Build Campervans Ireland FB page regarding rules around  access to the cabin pls from the back of the camper or motorhome

Tips & Camping hacks:

How to keep midges away while camping

Campsites or stop overs:

TOURER on campsitereview.com tells us about Curraghchase  Co. LImerick

Products:

Did you know that if you have a Motorhome with a Thetford toilet you can get a Thetford Toilet Fresh-up Set

Camp life:

Would you loan your Motorhome to friends or family?

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If  you would like a sticker for your Motorhome, Campervan, Caravan or Car  just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

To get in touch with us:

Email:   [email protected]

Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups

We love getting your messages, ideas, campsite suggestions/reviews, products, news items to discuss on the podcast.

We  wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube  called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

News:

Day late recording due to Storm Ellen

Will the new COVID- restrictions affecting camping

Follow-ups & shout-outs:

Thanks to Niall and Michelle for the kofi donation

Speaking of Niall and a Michelle we received a follow up email to their mail from last week.

Lovely email and a request for stickers from Declan

Some advice and a campsite recommendation from Martin.

Charlene, Pat, Callie and Katie sent us a lovely email

Campsites or stop overs:

We discuss a review From Charles Coughlan on campsitereview.com on Powers The Pot Clonmel Co. Tipperary

Tips & Camping hacks:

This week we are looking for your suggestions on the best way to clean fly screens meshes

Question from From Resin Jewellery Ireland about TVs for your Motorhome or awning

Products:

Portable Camping Shower Head with detachable echargeable battery

Camp life:

Given  the storm that we just had here are some tips for keeping up to date on  the weather in Ireland. These are our go to places.

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If  you would like a sticker for your Motorhome, Campervan, Caravan or Car  just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

To get in touch with us:

Email:   [email protected]

Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups

You  can now support us and get hold of some of our goodies at the same  time, just go to TheCampingCrew.ie to see what’s available.

Or alternatively if you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

We love getting your messages, ideas, campsite suggestions/reviews, products, news items to discuss on the podcast.

We  wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube  called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

News:

Did you watch the new program No place Like Home on RTE

Camper  van owners hit back after criticism of overcrowding at local resorts.  Listen back on the PodCasts section of the Ocean FM website

We discuss the Connacht Tribune Headline: Anger over illegal parking of camper vans in Salthill

Overnight parking area for motorhomes sought in Ennis - Claire Echo

Follow-ups & shout-outs:

Lovely email in from Niall requesting stickers.

AB: Shout out to CJ and his admin team of WILD & GENERAL CAMPING IRELAND FB page now supporting the Podcast and  Charlie & Me

A thank you from Brigid for last weeks mention

Campsites or stop overs:

RigorMortis left us this review of Nore Valley Kilkenny on campsitereview.com

Tips & Camping hacks:

A and A Caravan Services Website, a very useful reference and resource. UK based Motorhome and Caravan Charger repairs

Products:

Arms and feet Sportneer Sleeping Bag

Camp life:

Respectful parking while not on a campsite or Aires.

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If  you would like a sticker for your Motorhome, Campervan, Caravan or Car  just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

To get in touch with us:

Email:   [email protected]

Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups

You  can now support us and get hold of some of our goodies at the same  time, just go to TheCampingCrew.ie to see what’s available.

Or alternatively if you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

We love getting your messages, ideas, campsite suggestions/reviews, products, news items to discuss on the podcast.

We  wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube  called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

News:

New Motorhome parking in Castlegregory village

Follow-ups & shout-outs:

Deirdre (from the Camping Crew) put together a list for us of Wheelchair accessible sites from the Camping Ireland Blue Book.

James sent us a nice email yesterday leting us know that he has ordered some of The Camping Crew merch and requested some stickers. …

Message from Louisa regarding Charlie & me videos and merch

Campsites or stop overs:

Review from Mark on campsitereview.com: Cong Caravan & Camping Park

Tips & Camping hacks:

Ray and Eileen sent us in two great security tips by email:

Caroline emailed us with some questions about buying a camper and solo female campers.

Products:

Kampa Geyser Hot Water System

Camp life:

We were in Ardmore this weekend gone and I noticed a camper leaving their pitch on Monday morning with the grey water running freely from the outlet pipe. Please campers dispose of your grey water responsibly in designated places as it can contain harmful chemicals.

You may remember that we interviewed Ruth and Con on Episode 32 about their extensive EU travels. Ruth was in touch asking for advice on the best Electric bikes for Motorhome campers

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If you would like a sticker for your Motorhome, Campervan, Caravan or Car  just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

To get in touch with us:

Email:   [email protected]

Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups

You can now support us and get hold of some of our goodies at the same time, just go to TheCampingCrew.ie to see what’s available.

Or alternatively if you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

We love getting your messages, ideas, campsite suggestions/reviews, products, news items to discuss on the podcast.

We wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

Follow-ups & shout-outs:

Mark sent us a follow up message regarding our piece about stolen campers and caravans

Neil sent us a follow up message about his Gas auto change over

On the checking if you have gas or not..

Denis sent us a few gadgets this week including his Gas Mopeka Tank check

Campsites or stop overs:

Roundwood Camping and Caravan Site: Review From RigorMortis on campsitereview.com

Tips & Camping hacks:

Ann and Steve asked a question about air locks in their 2 berth Lunar Ariva

We discuss the Garda advice as published on Facebook last week after reports of motorhome campers and caravans being stolen.

Products:

We have more gadgets and product suggestions from Dennis in Meath

Camp Life:

Don’t forget to listen in to the Brendan O'Connor show on RTE Radio One on Staurday as Aaron will be on chatting about all things Camping and staycations.

Listen in tonight (29/July/2020) to Doolittle Campers on YouTube as they will be reviewing one of the Charlie and me Videos.

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If you would like a sticker for your Motorhome, Campervan, Caravan or Car  just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

To get in touch with us:

Email:   [email protected]

Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups

You can now support us and get hold of some of our goodies at the same time, just go to TheCampingCrew.ie to see what’s available.

Or alternatively if you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

We love getting your messages, ideas, campsite suggestions/reviews, products, news items to discuss on the podcast.

We wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

News:

You can now support us and get hold of some of our goodies at the same time, just go to TheCampingCrew.ie to see what’s available

Follow-ups & shout-outs:

Thanks to the following for the Ko-Fi donation this week

Neil sent us in a message via Twitter regarding our chat last week on empty gas bottles

Message from Mags about her camping plans this summer.

Campsites or stop overs:

Came across a new campsite, MountainForge Escapes, We plan to check it out in the next few weeks. Watch this space in the next few weeks for an update.

Campsite review in from David Hoey

Tips & Camping hacks:

Tweet from Paudie about cleaning a Thule  awning

Direct Twitter message from Ronan about an Irish YouTube Chanel that the listeners may find useful. It’s called Vantage Point Video Garage.

Products:

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System with Bluetooth

Camp life:

Garda warning about increase in Campervan, Motorhome and Caravans being stolen.

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If you would like a sticker for your Motorhome, Campervan, Caravan or Car  just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

To get in touch with us:

Email:   [email protected]

Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups

If you like what we do and can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

You can now support us and get hold of some of our goodies at the same time, just go to https://www.thecampingcrew.ie to see what’s available

We love getting your messages, ideas, campsite suggestions/reviews, products, news items to discuss on the podcast.

We wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

News:

Council planning to open motorhome park in New Ross - Wexford People

Drive for provision of motor-home parking in Ennis - Clare Champion

Follow-ups & shout-outs:

Shout out to TheCavanCrew

Brigid & Donal were on via email asking for advice on motorhoming or caravanning for people in wheelchairs

Back on Epi 62 Pat was on about bringing back a motorhome he had bought in Germany before the lock down, well Pat was back on with an update.

Tips & Camping hacks:

How to check how much you've got left in your gas bottle

Tips Advice on hiring motorhomes from a camper and a campsite owner.

Campsites or stop overs:

The Woodlands Tralee - recent review from Mark on http://www.campsitereview.com

Products:

Paragon Silverscreens for your motorhome or camper.

Camp life:

Reports recently of beach and other spots that are being left with lots of rubbish around and campers are being blamed. 99% of campers and all our listeners are very clean but the others are going to ruin camping for the rest of us and get overnight camping banned on the few remaining places. What can we do as a community to fix this before that happens?

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If you would like a sticker for your Motorhome, Campervan, Caravan or Car  just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

To get in touch with us:

Email:   [email protected]

Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

Facebook:   All the good Irish motorhome and camping groups

If you like what we do and can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

We love getting your messages, ideas, campsite suggestions/reviews, products, news items to discuss on the podcast.

We wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

Follow-ups & shout-outs:

A big thank you for the for Ko-fi donations this week

We read out emails this week form Email from BrokenSpokesIrl, Lisa on Facebook and Julie & Nick in the UK

We  also read out an email from Adam and Luke (Waterford) and Kevin  (Limerick), they are on a trip/challenge- 32 counties in 32 days  (started on June 29th) whilst hiking/cycling/walking and swimming the  sites of the country.

Campsites or stop overs:

COVID REPORT

We discuss a not so good review from Sakvan on campsitereview.com

Tips & Camping hacks:

Getting rid of smells in your Motorhome, Camper or Caravan

Products:

Very  low Cost on Amazon.co.uk - Reversing Camera Kit with 4.3'' LCD Monitor  Car Rearview Backup Camera IP68 Waterproof Night Vision Parking  Assistance System

Late Breaking news

UK  caravan parks and campsites will experience a welcome boost this summer  after chancellor of the exchequer announced today that he will be  slashing VAT from 20% to 5% across the travel and tourism sectors

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If you would like a sticker for your motorhome or Campervan just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

We  wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube  called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

We  also give a quick mention to our Twitter account for our podcast which  is @TheCampingCrew, Our Instagram account @TheCampingCrewPodcast and our  email address  [email protected] and ask for ideas,  campsites, products, news items to discuss on the podcast.

We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.