For more than 20 years, the Mountain Directory books have been an essential guide for both truckers and RVers, with over 700 mountain passes and steep grades. MountainDirectory.com now offers this information not only as printed books, but also three digital versions; eBooks for Windows and Mac computers, and apps…
After living the full-time RV lifestyle for a while, you will learn a few things. These are a few RV lessons you may want to learn before you hit the road. Take it Leisurely Sometimes you need to be somewhere at a specific time, but generally, your travel should be…
Living the RV lifestyle is not as hard as it looks! Simply follow these seven easy steps, to get started on the adventure of a lifetime! #1 Decide on the right RV for You. It is perfectly OK to go window shopping for an RV at dealerships and RV shows.…
If you have been dry camping for days, or even weeks, one of the first things you’ll need to do is fill up on fresh water. Here are a few tips on where to find it, other than a paid campground. Dump Stations This may be the first place to…
There are all types of weights and measurements in reference to RVs, and sometimes, it can be confusing. What does it all mean? Below, you will find some answers. If you are curious about your weight, many truck stops have scales, and they may be willing to weigh you. Also,…
I’m not trying to bash your dreams, just throwing in a reality check; you really need to think it out. Above all, be honest with yourself, about your comfort and skill levels, practicality, and resources. Be prepared! Urban Stealth Camping You may have watched young, hip, urban stealth campers on…
#1) STUFF! You can’t take it all with you; in fact, you may have to get rid of 90% of your stuff. You need to decide what’s really essential to your new RV lifestyle, and what isn’t. You need to strive to keep everything at a minimum, and very practical.…
There are things you can do to reduce the impact of the wind on your RV while camping, as well as reduce any potential damage. 1) Point the Nose of Your RV Into the Wind If possible, park your RV with the front end into the wind. For a motorhome,…
Traveling and living in an RV takes a lot of thought and preparation and there are a lot of little things you need to keep in mind… so many things, that it’s easy to miss something. Let’s look at seven common, and easily avoidable, mistakes you can make as an…