Dreaming of endless road trip views but are overwhelmed trying to decipher the Class C motorhome category? These more compact RVs promise accessible adventure yet sorting specs, brands, and budgets invokes headaches for first-timers. The key to simplifying the Class C buying process is educating yourself beforehand on the different chassis, floorplans, drivetrains, features, and…
A jack knife sofa, also known as a fold-down couch, is a versatile piece of furniture that folds out into a bed. When not in use, it can be folded into a compact size to save space. The ability to quickly convert into a bed makes a jack knife sofa convenient for accommodating overnight guests….
Forgetting to winterize your recreational vehicle or camper before frigid temperatures arrive can lead to serious consequences. Winterizing a camper refers to going through various preventive measures like draining plumbing pipes, emptying holding tanks, adding antifreeze, and checking over appliances and vents. The goal is to protect sensitive components from freezing temperatures, moisture buildup, and…
RV batteries provide the electricity to power lights, appliances, and other electronics when you are off the grid in your recreational vehicle or camper. Part of regular battery care should include periodic charging sessions to top off the charge level. While RV converters automatically charge batteries when shore power or the vehicle engine is running,…
Camping is a fun way to enjoy the great outdoors, but it’s important to keep safety in mind, especially when camping with children or large groups. Following some basic campground safety guidelines can help ensure your camping trip goes smoothly. When planning a camping trip, the first step is to choose an appropriate campsite based…
Venturing into nature with cameras can reveal profound connections. We may glimpse wildlife and find kinship across species lines. With patience, we can admire nature’s grace, capturing fleeting beauty and solidarity among interdependent beings. A lone deer or flower after long hikes can inspire more awe than any museum. Seeking sanctuary from society’s status, we…
I once found myself halfway through a 3-week road trip when, to my dismay, the propane supply in my RV ran out unexpectedly. With freezing temperatures and no way to run my furnace or stove, I was forced to cut the trip short. It was a rude awakening to the importance of properly sizing your…
Escaping crowded cities and nine-to-five jobs for the freedom of the open road is a dream shared by many. As more people question the costs, time commitments, and environmental impacts of conventional housing, full-time RV living has grown enormously popular. Recent innovations in RV technologies and off-grid systems have enabled sustainable, low-cost mobile living like…
As an RV owner, keeping your refrigerator properly cooled is pretty important for safe food storage and preventing spoilage while camping or road-tripping. Unlike home refrigerators, RV fridges have to contend with a range of conditions and variables that can impact their temperature regulation. I’ll walk through the key aspects of monitoring and adjusting the…
Living in an RV poses unique food storage challenges compared to a traditional home kitchen. The compact refrigerators found in most campers offer just a fraction of a residential fridge’s space. Yet RVers need to store a similar volume of fresh ingredients, leftovers, and weekly grocery hauls. Between regular restocking runs, RV fridges quickly become…
