If you face a situation such as an impending natural disaster or civil unrest, it pays to have a plan to safely leave, or “bug out.” Owning an RV puts you in a good position to bug out, but you can even set up your car to camp for a…
As an RV owner, you’re a step ahead of the pack when it comes to an emergency situation; that is, if you choose to prepare. Prepping is not a desperate, last-minute trip to the store, but a lifestyle. The RV lifestyle is characterized as carefree and fun, and you may…
I have a simple set up for RV rainwater collection off the roof of the motorhome while boondocking. During a recent desert storm, that lasted half a day, I collected around 25 gallons in 6 blue buckets. I could have collected more if I had the storage! After collecting the…
Many newbie RVers are disappointed to find that their freshwater only lasts for two or three days. They use it, as if they have an unlimited supply, like at their house, or a full hook up campground. But there are tricks newbie RV boondockers can learn, to make freshwater last…
Taking a few common-sense precautions, and a few “just in case” measures, can go a long way to maintaining your peace of mind, and keeping you safe while RVing. Trust Your Instincts: The most important safety tool you have, are your eyes, ears and common sense. Always be aware of…
What is a bug-out vehicle (BOV)? What does “bug out” mean? According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, bug out is slang for “to depart especially in a hurry.” A bug out vehicle can quickly evacuate you and your family or from a natural or man-made disaster, as well as away from…
There is a huge interest in composting toilets for an RV, instead of the conventional RV toilet, especially those with a desire to live a sustainable, green, off-grid lifestyle. However, there are environmental reasons, as well as practical and financial reasons, to NOT install a composting toilet in your RV. Cmposting…
If you are traveling, and especially, if you like to go boondocking off-grid in your RV, you often won’t have cellphone service, or an an RV internet connection. That is a simple fact. In order to optimize your chances of getting cell service while on the road, and while off-grid,…
The perfect off the grid location is not one-size-fits-all, especially if you are working on a small budget. Price and affordability is probably the most important issue for most of us. Find an area where the land is very affordable, but not many people have discovered it yet. Buy land…