The Camping Crew

The Camping Crew

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The Camping Crew episodes

  • Episode 126 - Low Wattage Journaling

    Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    Record Date:   08/09/2021

    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:

    Return to live music this weekend with a difference from the team at Vantastival

    Online Chatter:

    Mark Graham from KKC and Irish Music Podcast is converting two double decker busses

    Listener messages & shout-outs:

    Follow up from Ivan regarding carbon monoxide and smoke alarms

    Question from Rob and Marian about carrying a motorcycle

    Campsites or stop overs:

    SunnyVanMartin left a review on campsitereview.com about Clifden Eco Beach

    What's on Charlie and Me this week?  

    Charlie & Me have part 1 of our West Cork Trilogy from Eyeries

    Products, Tips & Camping hacks:

    If you are buying a kettle, toaster or heater for your Camper or caravan consider getting a low wattage version.

    Want to repair your own Fiamma awning canopy?

    Things to do while camping:

    Journal your travels. Get a diary or use and online facility.

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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.

    24 min
  • Episode 125 - Carry on Camping

    Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    Record Date:   01/09/2021

    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:

    Don't dis ALL campervans story in the Southern star


    Open & Closing - Camping Ireland have a list of Campsite closing time published
    https://www.camping-ireland.ie/blog/sites-opening-closing-dates-2021

    Listener messages & shout-outs:

    Rose left us a nice message on the Facebook Group page Motorhomes Locations Ireland

    Campsites or stop overs:

    LiamK wrote a review on campsitereview.com about Streamstown Camping in Roscrea Co Tipperary

    What's  on Charlie and Me this week?  This Friday's video is from our 2021  summer holidays and it when we met up with The Camping Crew in Dingle

    Products, Tips & Camping hacks:

    Came  across this safety tip/warning on a UK based Facebook group. Faulty  leisure battery causing carbon monoxide to go off. Could possibly  explode.

    Camp life:

    Will you make up for lost time and keep camping as long as possible.

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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.

    24 min
  • Episode 124 - Spectator Snoring


    Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    Record Date:   25/08/2021

    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:

    KCC to explore more campervan services | RadioKerry

    Online Chatter:

    Some campsites are taking bookings for summer 2022

    Listener messages & shout-outs:

    Michael Rea asks a question about fitting Solar

    Campsites or stop overs:

    Romeo wrote a review for us at CampsiteReview.com about an Aire he stayed in in Mayo.

    What's on Charlie and Me this week?  This Friday's video is from out 2021 summer holidays at Clifden Eco Beach in Connemara

    Products, Tips & Camping hacks:

    Low budget Spectator Pop-up tent in The Range

    Camp life:

    Have you been affected by snoring on a campsite

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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.

    23 min
  • Episode 123 - Rubbish Heights

    Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    Record Date:   17/08/2021

    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:

    Plans lodged for further campervan spaces in Malin – Donegal Daily

    Online Chatter:

    Rubbish disposal on campsites

    Ardmore Seaview Aires

    Campsites or stop overs:


    Liam K was at The Apple Farm recently and left this review on campsitereview.com

    What's on Charlie and Me this week?  This Friday we have a Hook head revisit.

    Still to come Clifden Eco Beach & Campail Teach an Aragail

    Products, Tips & Camping hacks:

    Ivan sent us a useful tip

    Things to do while camping:

    Go visit Irish historical sites like castles and ring forts

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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.

    17 min
  • Episode 122 - Motorhome parking issues

    Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    Record Date:   11/08/2021

    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 & shout-outs:

    David had a question for us via email about carrying kayaks on a motorhome

    Interview with Colin from Motorcaravanning Ireland about motorhome parking issues

    Campsites or stop overs:

    Adrian sent us an email about the state of play of camping in France

    What's on Charlie and Me this week?  Fridays video is a revisit to Lough Ree East where the BeeBaw broke down on us check out that expensive video on out YouTube channel

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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 121 - Great Barrier Ripped

    Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    Record Date:   04/08/2021

    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:

    Aaron was interviewed by WLR this morning about Motorhome facilities

    Online Chatter:

    Circle  K petrol station in Kenmare  €4 to empty your cassette, grey water and  fill up with fresh water. Great service, it would be great to have more  of them in garages and public toilets.

    Listener messages & shout-outs:

    A listener had some awning damage recently, we ask for repair advice.

    Colin from MotorCarananning Ireland got in touch with us recently about height barriers

    Simon asks: What is an acceptable year to buy a camper, like a Hymer?

    Campsites or stop overs:

    Bob & Carol left a great detailed review (again) on campsitereview.com of Travers Holiday Park

    What's on Charlie and Me this week?  The Getaway in Dungarvan

    Products, Tips & Camping hacks:

    Following  up on our chat last week regarding Air Conditioning for your van Denis  was on take a look at a cheaper option than a roof mounted unit

    Vango awning shortage ???

    Things to do while camping:

    Off road mountain biking

    Camp life:

    What are your random fantastic finds or discoveries while camping? Peter found gates for his house on the Waterford Greenway.

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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 120 Family Tent Camping Chats


    Record Date:   28/07/2021

    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:

    Councils anti camper focused radio interviews - Aaron's radio interviews this week

    Pat Doyle - Not all councils are against us

    Listener messages & shout-outs:

    Instagram message from Daragh about aircon in Motorhomes

    Campsites or stop overs:

    Con send us an audio review of Corcreggan Mill in Donegal

    Bill & Carol left a short but sweet review on campsitereview.com regarding Galey Bay on the shores of Lough Ree..

    What's on Charlie and Me this week?  2 videos today first one I meet Gary of Garys Glue & second one I try fix another leak in the BeeBaw although that one was seemingly shown before..  Fridays video is of Bannow Bay Motorhome parking aires in Wexford.

    Products, Tips & Camping hacks:

    Family tent camping virtual campsite chat with Peter Cody

    Things to do while camping:

    Leave your camping pitch BETTER than you found it

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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.

    41 min
  • Episode 119 - Old Vans and Vespas

    Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    Record Date:   21/07/2021

    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:

    MUNSTER  GPS have now got a coupon offer on their website for the 10% discount  they are offering just mention CHARLIE if you order on the phone or fill  in the coupon on line at the checkout box with CHARLIE

    Listener messages & shout-outs:

    Ivan Yallop asked us a question about bringing a 95 Fiat Ducato motorhome to France

    After Adrian told us about his new 32inch TV Denis gave us a smaller suggestion

    Question from Simon Q on Instagram regarding CVRT and insurance

    Follow up to our question about bringing the car Pat Curtain recommended bring a Vespa

    Campsites or stop overs:

    What's on Charlie and Me this week?  Today (Wednesday) video is all about the mishap we had with the BeeBaw and Fridays video is a new Aire in Blackwater Wexford Walshe's Working Farm.

    Products, Tips & Camping hacks:

    Doreen the Doblo on Instagram sent us these products recommendations

    Things to do while camping:

    Host a beach or forest clean.

    Camp life:

    Mark and Anne asked if our standards have dropped considerably in recent years

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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 118 - Tickets, Tents and TVs

    Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    Record Date:   18/07/2021

    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:

    Vantastival have announced that On the 10th and 11th September 2021 we will host two consecutive concerts on our beloved Woodland Stage at Beaulieu.

    Ennis would be 'attractive location' for campervan park - Clare Echo

    New Facebook group - Campaign For Motorhome Aires Ireland

    Online Chatter:

    Post from Irish Motorhome Group on Facebook about barriers going up in Wesport harbour.

    Listener messages & shout-outs:

    Hi to Jeff and his wife/partner. Chris met them in Ardmore at the weekend.


    Hi to Mike Annmarie & the dog Monkey Aaron met Mike in a garage and gave him some stickers for their Motorhome

    Recent request for Stickers by Email from Ivan Yallop

    Simon Q sent in 2 questions. Tents & Changing a UK camper to Irl plates.

    Campsites or stop overs:

    Michael Sexton sent us a review this week regarding on Lough Lannagh Holiday Village camping

    What's on Charlie and Me this week? Todays video is all about the installation of the Munster GPS tracker on the BeeBaw & Friday's video is of Tha Apple Farm Cahir rd Clonmel

    Products Tips & Camping hacks:

    Adrian has come up trumps again with some TV tech

    Things to do while camping:

    Have a movie night. Bring a projector and a movie to share with you and your family and friends.

    Camp life:

    How many Motorhomers bring a Car with them camping?

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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.

    40 min
  • Episode 117 - A GPS Buffet


    Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    Record Date:   07/07/2021

    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:

    Discussion about Camping Etiquette on RTE's Liveline last week on Thursday

    Listener messages & shout-outs:

    Colin  McCarthy left us a voice message at Anchor with some corrections to  prices and ehu availability at cobh as mentioned on a recent podcast.

    Martin D request for some stickers for his new Motorhome.

    Pat Curtin sent in an email follow up to our leak detection discussion last week.

    Tess emailed about the vlog and requested stickers

    Bill and Carol send in a nice email and left some reviews on CampsiteReview.com

    Doreen the doblo tagged us on a post on Instagram

    Campsites or stop overs:

    Mr Blue was on campsitereview.com again and left a review of Streamstown Camping Park Roscrea Co Tipperary …

    What's  on Charlie and Me this week?  This morning's video was an update on The  Van Build where I was trying to divert water away from ruining the  bed.. Fridays video is a recent Camping Crew visit to Power The Pot  Waterford via Clonmel

    Tips & Camping hacks:

    Van Life Tribe - Campervan Accessories – 59 Motorhome Must Haves

    Products:

    Camper van GPS Live Tracker MG705C

    Things to do while camping:

    Have a Buffet with friends

    Camp life:

    So a few weeks in to camping this season. What are your experiences so far? Is COVID impacting much?

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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

About The Camping Crew

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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.