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The Camping Crew episodes

  • Episode 154 - Registered Pee

    Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    Record Date:   01/06/2022

    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.

    If you would like to support the podcast and you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

    News:

    From the Donegal News - TOURISTS visiting Donegal that stay in campervans, touring caravans and tents spend more than €11 million in the county annually, according to a new report.

    VANTASTIVAL 2022 - Aaron spoke to Louise from VANTASTIVAL

    Online Chatter:

    John O Connor had asked the question "how many registered Campervans/MHs in ireland after some research he got this from the motor tax office.

    Listener messages, follow ups & shout-outs:

    Warren Reidy says on YT picked 3 campsites based on Aarons videos

    Bri sent us a message on Instagram regarding EU Recovery insurance

    Jamie’s follow up message on campsite charges

    Campsites or stop overs:

    Bill the bongo review of Lough Ramor

    What's on Charlie and Me this week?

    This morning Charlie put up an info video on weights as it is a topic that pops its head up on here regularly.

    This Friday sees the start of our Co Mayo trilogy with thanks to happiturfconversions.ie - First up is Bellek Caravan Park

    Products, Gadgets, Tips & Camping hacks:

    Robert McFarland (on YouTube) recommends a hack to keep the loo smells at bay

    Tips:

    Pee.ie We talk about a suggestion from Kayleigh O'Dowd and DiaryOfAVan on Instagram

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

    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:

    Web:   thecampingcrew.ie

    Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

    Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

    Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups

    Forum:   MotorhomeCraic.com or Boards.ie

    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.

    28 min
  • Episode 153 - Campsite price - caps alignment

    Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    Record Date:   25/05/2022

    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.

    If you would like to support the podcast and you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

    News:

    Caravan and camping information hub to be created for Donegal tourists – Donegal Daily

    Waterways Ireland looking to develop Glamping & Camping facilities inland - The Irish Examiner

    Online Chatter:

    What's happening in Dicks field?

    Lots of chatter about campsite prices on Facebook this weekend.

    Listener messages, follow ups & shout-outs:

    Instagram follow up to Gary's shower tray repair

    Adrian our gadget man has a suggestion for the shower base repair from last week

    Gerry O’Farrell sends us his recommendation for a camper satnav

    Campsites or stop overs:

    RigorMortice left a review on Fitzmaurices in Tramore.

    What's on Charlie and Me this week?  This morning I uploaded the Revisit to Roches as we were chatting about it on last weeks show. This Friday's video is from Lough Rimor in Co  Cavan.

    Products, Gadgets, Tips & Camping hacks:

    Adrian recommends a 13-pin Alignment Cap for Caravans and trailers

    Troubleshooting:

    A word of warning from Mike Johnson on Camping with Kids in Ireland Facebook Group

    Camp life:

    Aoife is about to travel to Francen for 6 to 10 months. Give her a follow. IG @lifeintheblurrylane

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

    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:

    Web:   thecampingcrew.ie

    Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

    Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

    Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups

    Forum:   MotorhomeCraic.com or Boards.ie

    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.

    27 min
  • Episode 152 - Fabric Satnav

    Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    Record Date: 18/05/2022


    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.

    If you would like to support the podcast and you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew


    News:

    Second holiday park project proposed for Ballymahon area, including touring pitches and camping spaces | Westmeath Independent


    Online Chatter:

    Denise Carr posted on a few FB groups. "I'm organising a singles child and dog friendly camping night at roche's campsite wexford, 2nd of July".


    Listener messages, follow ups & shout-outs:

    Big hello to Evan and Hannah. And Alan and Sarah too.

    John was on to me with a question about Liner Fabric repair

    Helen posted a message on CampsiteReview.com about Satnav options in France.


    Campsites or stop overs:

    We chat about our recent visit to Roches Campsite in Wexford


    What's on Charlie and Me this week?

    This Friday Charlie & Me and The Camping Crew head to Walshe's in Blackwater for a revisit.


    Troubleshooting:

    Gary asked for advice on how to repair a shower tray


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

    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:

    Web: thecampingcrew.ie

    Twitter: @TheCampingCrew

    Instagram: @TheCampingCrewPodcast

    Facebook: All the good motorhome and camping groups

    Forum: MotorhomeCraic.com or Boards.ie

    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.

    25 min
  • Episode 151 - For those at the back


    Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    Record Date:   11/05/2022

    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.

    If you would like to support the podcast and you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

    Listener messages, follow ups & shout-outs:

    Dog friendly Meath Eco Park

    Inflatable windbreakers as follow up from Mc_travels on twitter

    Campsites or stop overs:

    Where did you go recently Mr B

    What's on Charlie and Me this week?  This morning we uploaded a short video review of an aier in Kilkenny City that we recorded back in January. This Friday it’s a re revisit to Nagles from St Patricks weekend just gone

    Tips:

    Documentation required when converting a van or ambulance

    Products:

    Low cost, budget conscious, Halfords day rooms

    Camp life:

    Motorhome Locations Ireland (Facebook) fab post from Maria - "I don't know who needs to hear this, but shouting loudest for those at the back…"

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

    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:

    Web:   thecampingcrew.ie

    Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

    Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

    Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups

    Forum:   MotorhomeCraic.com or Boards.ie

    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.

    27 min
  • Episode 150 - 5-star wind

    Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    Record Date:   04/05/2022

    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.

    If you would like to support the podcast and you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

    News:

    RIP Mortimer Moriarty from Mannix Point.

    Listener messages, follow ups & shout-outs:

    Galldar gives us a suggestion for an Adult only campsite

    Chris Campbell also suggested the Meath Eco Park

    Martin sent us an email about the beeping reversing sensors

    Campsites or stop overs:

    Tourer left a review of The Woodlands Tralee on campsitereview.com

    What's on Charlie and Me this week?  This Friday's video we return to our Cork Aires Trilogy with thanks to The Motorhome Parking Ireland app and we take a look at a stopover in  Ballycotton & and an aire in Midleton available after 6pm

    Tips & Camping hacks:

    Putting your awning up and keeping it up in Ireland you can encounter issues with wind.

    Camp life:

    What are people opinions of inflatable wind breakers? Good or bad experiences?

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

    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:

    Web:   thecampingcrew.ie

    Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

    Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

    Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups

    Forum:   MotorhomeCraic.com or Boards.ie

    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.

    19 min
  • Episode 149 – Ill-timed beeps
    Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne
    Record Date:   27/04/2022
    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.
    If you would like to support the podcast and you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew
    News:
    Campervan vlogger’s Fermoy visit ill-timed
    Campsites or stop overs:
    What's on Charlie and Me this week?
    This morning's video was a walk around the new Charlie & Me HQ
    Friday's video is a revisit to Fermoy to check out the new motorhome parking spaces & it includes an interview Aaron did with local Cllr Frank O Flynn
    Bill & Carol left a review on campsitereview.com from Silverbay Co Down
    Online Chatter:
    The new camping aiers at Templers Inn Feathard on sea Wexford is under new management Paul is no longer running so terms & conditions may change.
    Listener messages, follow ups & shout-outs:
    Wexford Sites quiet in July & August when west was full
    David T posted on IMG on Facebook in relation to our chat about reversing sensors
    Eugene on messenger sent a parking sensor suggestion
    David O'D sent us a few follow items from recent discussions
    Products, Gadgets, Tips & Camping hacks:
    Eugene on messenger sent a parking sensor suggestion
    Camp life:
    Someone in the Camping in Ireland on Facebook were looking for Adult only campsites. We give some suggestions.
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    We love getting your messages, ideas, campsite suggestions/reviews, products, news items to discuss on the podcast.
    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:
    Web:   thecampingcrew.ie
    Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew
    Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast
    Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups
    Forum:   MotorhomeCraic.com or Boards.ie
    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.
    31 min
  • Episode 148 - Weight Checks & Reverse Sensors

    Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    Record Date:   20/04/2022

    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.

    If you would like to support the podcast and you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

    News:

    Delayed opening of Dicks Field

    Online Chatter:

    Reports on Facebook that Garda were checking for overweight campers near Ennis on the Easter bank Holiday weekend

    Listener messages, follow ups & shout-outs:

    Last Fridays Charlie & Me video was about the motorhome spaces in one part of Fermoy and it wasn’t a very positive review HOWEVER a lot of viewers agreed with Aaron and left comments on the video.

    (Note: the spaces discussed on the podcast and videos have now been removed)

    Lynn wants a camper and so do Jason and Darcy

    Marie had a question about reversing sensors this morning.

    Campsites or stop overs:

    Two site visits for the crew last week

    • Walsh’s Fields
    • Bannow Bay seaside Farm
    • What's on Charlie and Me this week?

      • This mornings video was the introduction to your drivaway awning, the Vango Airhub Hexaway II.
      • This Friday's video is part of the Motorhome Ireland Parking app aires visits in Co Cork.
      • Tips

        Visiting Germany on holidays or to buy a motorhome? Handy Aires in central Hamburg - Wohnmobilhafen-Hamburg

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

        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:

        Web:   thecampingcrew.ie

        Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

        Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

        Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups

        Forum:   MotorhomeCraic.com or Boards.ie

        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.

        31 min
      • Episode 147 - Meet the Sky Hooks


        Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

        Record Date:   13/04/2022

        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.

        If you would like to support the podcast and you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

        Meet-up chat

        The meet up was a great event and everyone that was there want another one !!!!

        News:

        It's hoped proposed south Longford caravan park could be open by end of summer | Shannonside.ie

        One-way system for Kerry’s Slea Head scenic drive to come into force this summer to avoid two hour tailbacks - Independent.ie

        Listener messages, follow ups & shout-outs:

        Tracey was on over the weekend about the Charlie and me Road footage

        Siobhan wrote requesting stickers

        Angelica sent us a follow up email regarding Teardrop campers

        Laura has an interesting question on tent facilities or lack there of…

        Campsites or stop overs:

        What's on Charlie and Me this week?  Tonight at 9pm we have a video of last weekend's Meet Up in Kilkenny.

        Friday we have a Cork trilogy on Aires kicking off with the parking facilities in Fermoy Co Cork.

        Products

        HappiTurf Chocks/Levellers  - https://happiturfconversions.ie/exterior-accessories/

        Gadgets, Tips & Camping hacks:

        Thanks to Eugene of this tip, Sky Hooks at the end of the pump bag in vango awnings

        Troubleshooting:

        Cliff at the meetup: No Gas to any appliances in the motorhome

        Camp life:

        To finish we have some out takes from "Meet The Campers " from the Meet Up weekend where… Mark had Brain Freez, Joseph hadn't a clue, Katie was place name blind & Bart didn’t know himself while Katie wasn’t ready and finally poor Maree was very forgetful & found religion.

        ---oOo---

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

        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:

        Web:   thecampingcrew.ie

        Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

        Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

        Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups

        Forum:   MotorhomeCraic.com or Boards.ie

        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.

        29 min
      • Episode 147 - Meet the Sky Hooks


        Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

        Record Date:   13/04/2022

        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.

        If you would like to support the podcast and you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

        Meet-up chat

        The meet up was a great event and everyone that was there want another one !!!!

        News:

        It's hoped proposed south Longford caravan park could be open by end of summer | Shannonside.ie

        One-way system for Kerry’s Slea Head scenic drive to come into force this summer to avoid two hour tailbacks - Independent.ie

        Listener messages, follow ups & shout-outs:

        Tracey was on over the weekend about the Charlie and me Road footage

        Siobhan wrote requesting stickers

        Angelica sent us a follow up email regarding Teardrop campers

        Laura has an interesting question on tent facilities or lack there of…

        Campsites or stop overs:

        What's on Charlie and Me this week?  Tonight at 9pm we have a video of last weekend's Meet Up in Kilkenny.

        Friday we have a Cork trilogy on Aires kicking off with the parking facilities in Fermoy Co Cork.

        Products

        HappiTurf Chocks/Levellers  - https://happiturfconversions.ie/exterior-accessories/

        Gadgets, Tips & Camping hacks:

        Thanks to Eugene of this tip, Sky Hooks at the end of the pump bag in vango awnings

        Troubleshooting:

        Cliff at the meetup: No Gas to any appliances in the motorhome

        Camp life:

        To finish we have some out takes from "Meet The Campers " from the Meet Up weekend where… Mark had Brain Freez, Joseph hadn't a clue, Katie was place name blind & Bart didn’t know himself while Katie wasn’t ready and finally poor Maree was very forgetful & found religion.

        ---oOo---

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

        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:

        Web:   thecampingcrew.ie

        Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

        Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

        Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups

        Forum:   MotorhomeCraic.com or Boards.ie

        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.

        28 min
      • Episode 146 - Teardrops in your blind-spot

        Presenters:Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

        Record Date:   06/04/2022

        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.

        If you would like to support the podcast and you can afford it you can buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/thecampingcrew

        News:

        This weekend is The Camping Crew and The Charlie & Me meet up in Treegrove Kilkenny

        Online Chatter:

        Camping Stuff get a physical shop. Where?

        Listener messages, follow ups & shout-outs:

        Roger on Instagram says hello from Spain

        Amanda was looking for some stickers for their newly build campervan.

        Jer asked CHARLIE to send him some free stickers

        Brigid and Donal asked about insurance, Solar and TVs for their new motrohome

        Michael C asked about other Teardrop Campers

        Campsites or stop overs:

        RigorMortis left a great review about Moycarn Lodge and Marina, Ballinasloe

        What's on Charlie and Me this week?  A re revisit to The Getaway

        Tips:

        Blind spot Signs required in France for heavy vehicles

        Camp life:

        Festival questions from John Lyons from a caravan POV

        A message for MPI and MotorhomeCraic

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

        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:

        Web:   thecampingcrew.ie

        Twitter:   @TheCampingCrew

        Instagram:   @TheCampingCrewPodcast

        Facebook:   All the good motorhome and camping groups

        Forum:   MotorhomeCraic.com or Boards.ie

        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.

        26 min

      About The Camping Crew

      From the publisher's feed

      Welcome to The Camping Crew Podcast. Join Aaron and Chris as they review camp sites in Ireland. We also discuss camping lifestyle, gadgets, products, and generally chat about all things Motorhome, Camper, Campervan, Caravan and Tent camping in Ireland, UK and further afield.