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Covid Camping: 10 Tips for Finding RV Camping Now!

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I have the RV — now where do I go? Is full-time RV travel still possible with Covid-19 closures?

Yes, the Corona Virus Pandemic requires travelers to do a little extra planning, but here’s the good news: there is an abundance of camping styles and choices to be had in the U.S.

Even with Covid-19 you can find camping options that match your style, budget and resources. Here’s a guide.

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4 WAYS TO POWER-UP WITHOUT BEING PLUGGED IN

RV & CAMPERVAN POWER: 4 WAYS TO POWER-UP WITHOUT BEING PLUGGED IN

Posted on by Robin Barrett

Solitude? Check. Beautiful views? Check. But does your cell phone have a charge? Maybe not.

I recently had a viewer comment that nomads don’t “need” power. They might want it…but they don’t need it. I agree in theory. If your goal is to completely check-out and unplug, sure, you can get by with a fire and a bottle of water. But for most travelers, whether they are working digital nomads or simply trying to enjoy retirement, most have some power needs. But, how do you get that power without being plugged in?

Today I’ll share FOUR WAYS to keep you POWERED-UP when you’re untethered and in the wild.

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Boondocking vs RV Park: Is One Better Than the Other?

Posted on by Robin Barrett

I’ve said it a gazillion times: the beauty of living on the road is that you get to choose where you go and how you spend your time. You get to camp like YOU. But, with the myriad of camping options available, it’s sometimes tricky to separate out the pros and cons of each so you can decide what style best suits you. Two common options are RV Parks and Boondocking. Is one better than the other? Maybe so. These are two very different styles of camping, each appealing in it’s own way. Today, I’ll break it down.
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Early Retiree Finds Joy In Her Journey – with a Full-Time RV Life!

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Theresa was working out of a cubicle at the US Department of Veterans Affairs when she got the urge to retire. Working on Veteran’s Disability Claims exposed her to this unpleasant fact: retirement in old age in not guaranteed—life can change in an instant. For more than fifteen years, disability cases moved across her desk. “That’s a long time to be stuck,” Theresa said, “even if you love it. I loved helping veterans, but I decided I needed to do something more with life.” She searched and found a way: she could retire early by living full-time in an RV.

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Camping on BLM

How to Camp on BLM Land: Why, How and Where

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Drive forward towards your dream life by boondocking on BLM land.

If you are considering a mobile life, try Boondocking on BLM land. When you do, your budget opens up and the beauty of the natural world reveals itself in miraculous ways, each new adventure unfurling just around the next bend in the road. Continue reading “How to Camp on BLM Land: Why, How and Where” →

How to Find Free Camping in National Forests

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How to Find Free Camping in National Forests

One of my favorite things to do is drive down a bumpy dirt road, deep into a National Forest. As soon as the gravel starts crackling beneath the tires, my cat stops napping and leaps up onto the dash, his eyes-wide, searching for squirrels. My water tank and propane are full, the sky is blue, and a cold beer and camp-chair are waiting for me to choose the perfect spot.

And the best part? It’s free.

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6 Ways to Find Free RV Camping You Will Love!

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If you want to escape your corporate grind and drive away into your dream life, finding cheap or free camping solutions is key.

Escaping into a nomad life might be tempting, but figuring out how to keep your budget low by camping on-the-cheap takes a little work. That’s why I’ve outlined six, in-depth articles on how you can easily find all kinds of great camping options, from camping long-term on our beautiful public lands, to staying for a night or two along your route. Keep On Reading!

Harvest Hosts Spotlight: Kraay’s Market & Garden

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Nestled near the rolling hills of Sun Valley Idaho is a farm pulsing with life. The scent of rich, organic soil fills the air, lush produce of every kind unfurls and stretches towards the Western sun and happy, autumn-colored animals roam underfoot. Just beyond a teepee and flower garden sits a fairy-tale house with Arabian horses trotting nearby.  As if all of this weren’t idyllic enough, out walk wonderful Larry and Sherry Kraay, the purveyors of Kraay’s Market & Garden. Continue reading “Harvest Hosts Spotlight: Kraay’s Market & Garden” →

RV Boondocking Definition

RV Boondocking Might Change Your Life

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You may have never heard the word Boondocking before, but if you’re looking for a way to escape the corporate grind and live your creative dream, this may be the word that changes your life.

My life is kick-ass. No kidding. It’s a life I always fantasized about but thought could never happen…until I found Boondocking. It’s the not-so-secret sauce that allows me to live the life I always wanted. Continue reading “RV Boondocking Might Change Your Life” →