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Gooseneck vs. 5th Wheel Hitch | Which Is Best for Your RV?

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Do you pull an RV with a traditional 5th wheel hitch in the bed of your truck? If so, you probably hate the hassle of having to load the heavy fifth wheel hitch on the back of your truck every time you go camping.  Then you’ve got the mounting rails that permanently stay in the bed of your truck and make it impossible to slide anything in and out of the bed. So does that mean you should switch to a simple gooseneck hitch and get an adapter for your … Read more

10 Best Camping Pillows for RVing, Backpacking & Tenting |

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Here are some of the best camping pillows you can buy today so “roughing it” doesn’t have to be so rough.  Just because you’re camping doesn’t mean you have to eat bugs and sleep with your head on a rock. In fact, there are more ways than ever to make your next camping trip a little more comfortable. One of the best places to start is with one of these top camping pillows. From plush pillows for car and RV camping to ultralight inflatable backpacking pillows, there’s something here for … Read more

4 Best RV Sewer Hoses & Accessories So You Don’t Get Your Hands Dirty

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Updated: April 2022 The humble RV sewer hose, or as I like to call it… the stinky slinky. The RV sewer hose is the black sheep of the RV family, the dirty little cousin that nobody wants to play with. That is until things start filling up and you have no place to “go”. Then, the best RV sewer hose gallops in to save the day, instantly relieving the pressure you were starting to feel.  However, notice I said “the best RV sewer hose”. The wrong RV sewer hose can … Read more

Top 5 Roadschooling Destinations in the Southwest

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Hooray! You’ve decided to roadschool! Now what? The United States is a large and diverse country with seemingly endless possibilities for fun and educational experiences. It’s exciting and inspiring – and completely overwhelming. How do you plan your travel when there are so many choices? It’s not possible to see and do it all, so how do you narrow it down? Step one is to take a deep breath and let go of the pressure to do this perfectly. You won’t. Sometimes you will be disappointed by a place you … Read more

8 Best RV Step Covers for 2022 | Rugs, Reviews & Ratings

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Your RV steps take a lot of abuse. When you’re at your campsite, your RV steps are the gateway to a warm shower and some much-needed A/C. When you’re inside, your RV steps lead you to the great outdoors, that big world beyond, mother nature and all her… (maybe I got a little too dramatic there). Even without my outdoorsy poetic ramblings, the fact is… your RV steps are a humble, yet important part of your trailer which is why a lot of us add extra RV step covers.  So … Read more

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Thanks for signing up! Your password to the resource library is on the way to your inbox =D p.s. since it seems like you enjoy camp organization… you’ll LOVE this set of 9 RV Checklists! BUY NOW FOR ONLY $4 FROM ETSY! It’s my most popular printable I sell, and I still use it myself (especially the meal planner!) Six Cover Option for your binder  9 Total Checklists that include– Trailer/RV – Tools to Keep on Hand– Outdoors Camp Gear– RV Kitchen– RV Bedroom– RV Bathroom– Camping with Babies/Toddlers– RVing with … Read more

Top Overlanding Roof Top Tents 2022 | Best Rooftop Tents

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It’s the middle of the night.  You’re halfway into an overland trip, way out in the middle of nowhere. It took you 3 hours to find a clear spot to pitch your tent on the ground. Now you’re laying on your not-so-comfortable 1/2-inch thick foam pad at 2 AM listening to a coyote sniff around your tent.  I know what you’re thinking. “I shoulda bought a rooftop tent!!!” Because somewhere out there is a fellow overlander sleeping like a baby on top of their Jeep in an overland roof top … Read more

How to Start Overlanding | Overland Camping for Beginners

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“All adventures, all memories and all travels start with a blank page!” So, you’ve got a blank page and now you’re starting to plan your first overlanding adventure. But an overland camping trip isn’t your run of the mill road trip. You’re gonna be in remote places on unknown roads depending solely on what you’re carrying in your vehicle. So you’ve probably got like a million and one questions rolling around in your head. -How do I start planning my overlanding trip?  -What kind of vehicle do I need?  -Do … Read more

Fun and cheap New Years’ Eve Kids Shaker DIY!

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If you’re looking for a quick craft for New Years, check out this New Year’s Eve shaker craft! I forgot to go to the Dollar Tree this year and buy all the normal poppers, so instead, I just looked around and whipped this equally noisy and festive guy up! I love that these are VERY easy to make, so even the young kids can get in on the fun. How to make a fun noise toy for the new year with kids! I know we parents love to joke about … Read more

Top 5 Roadschooling Destinations on the West Coast (+ Tips to Get the Most Out of Each One!)

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The possibilities for roadschooling in the United States are nearly endless. This country is so large and diverse that the options for fun and educational destinations can be both inspiring and overwhelming. When it’s time to start planning trips, and you know you can’t possibly see and do it all, how do you decide among the many choices? First, take some pressure off of yourself. Remember that it is better to spend time and learn a lot in a few places than it is to try to do everything. When … Read more