In May 2020 we left Florida for home. Because of covid-19, we just didn’t know how or when we’d get there! Along the way we saw a goat tower, enjoyed a beautiful sunset at an unexpected location, bought a new-for-us AC, and discovered a new favorite campground, Come along on our Trip of Uncertainty! Read More →
Changing the gate valve between the black tank and the sewage hose is not a job anyone looks forward to – but it turned out to be much easier than we feared. With just a few common tools and some plastic gloves, you can save a big bill from the RV shop by doing this simple job yourself!Read More →
Back in the spring, we noticed a water stain on the ceiling over our bed. After a little exploration on the roof, Jeff discovered that the sealant around our bathroom skylight (right next to the bedroom) was cracked and failing. In addition, the skylight itself was beginning to feel brittle and showing signs of age. So we decided to replace the skylight. Here’s a short video on how Jeff did it. Don’t miss the blooper near the end!Read More →
In this video we share tips on free camping, enjoy the free Deep Creek Preserve campground, take the Babcock Ranch Eco Tour (lots of Alligators) and explore the Punta Gorda Military Heritage Museum. Read More →
The Virginia Creeper Trail is a beautiful and easy bicycle ride, sixteen miles downhill along an old railroad bed in the Virginia mountains. We stop at the Green Cove Station museum and the Creeper Trail Cafe for their “World Famous Chocolate Cake.” Is it as good as they say? Read More →
In this video we explore Smoky Mountains National Park during Elk mating season, get lost hiking Deep Creek Trail, take a short “hike” on the Appalachian Trail, visit the Museum of the Cherokee Nation, and discover the reason they call them the Smokey Mountains at Clingmans Dome! We’re eager to hear from you. Please leave comments, questions, and suggestions below!Read More →
Arches National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, and Canyonlands by Day and Night. We explore them all while camping in Moab, Utah. There is so much to do and see that we feel like we only scratched the surface! Highlights include a great hike for children at Arches, a river tour that’s both hilarious and inspiring, scenic vistas that take your breath away, and tips for getting the most out of your visit to Moab. IN THIS VIDEO Moab KOA – https://koa.com/campgrounds/moab/ Dead Horse Point State Park – https://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/dead-horse/ Arches National Park – https://www.nps.gov/arch/index.htm Canyonlands by Night and Day – https://canyonlandsbynight.comRead More →
In this video we invite you to travel with us from New Jersey to Jekyll Island, Georgia to attend an Xscapers Convergence, enjoy a sunset dolphin tour, and have some good eats (BBQ, Sweet Georgia Shrimp, and a Low Country Boil). Along the way stayed at Castle Glen Winery in Doswell, VA through Harvest Hosts. And, there are some AMAZING sunsets! IN THIS VIDEO: Xscapers RV Club: http://www.xscapers.comCastle Glen Winery: https://www.castleglenwine.com/ D&H BBQ in Manning, SC: https://www.facebook.com/dandhbarbquemanning/ Jekyll Island Campground: https://www.jekyllisland.com/lodging/jekyll-island-campground/ Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours: https://www.captainphillip.com/City Market Seafood, Brunswick GA: http://www.citymarketseafood.com/ We’re eager to hear from you. Please leave comments, questions, and suggestions below!Read More →
We watched a baby Alpaca being born while camping for FREE as part of Harvest Hosts at Sopris Alpaca Farm in Silt, Colorado! Plus we and the dogs enjoyed some amazing scenery you’ve got to see to believe!Read More →
In this blog we explain why we bought a Renogy 200 watt solar suitcase, and how to decide if portable solar power is right for you. You can see a great summary in our video! Although Kathy and I have camped almost exclusively in state, county, and private campgrounds, we know that some of the most beautiful campsites in the U.S. are free. Most of these are on state or federal land, often in remote locations with stunning views. Most allow two-weeks stays. But there’s a catch. No hookups! No running water. No electricity. No sewer connections. This is affectionately called boondocking. Now, in ourRead More →