Wilderness Accommodations

Family vacations are about much more than the destination. Take a moment to listen to a proud father recounting his favorite vacation memories and you’ll notice that the place becomes arbitrary when compared to the people. Even in trying financial times, families can spend a few days together away from the pressures of work and school.

For an affordable family vacation, consider limiting travel time and reducing the costs of lodging. An RV park in a local woodland area could take the place of some far-off national monument. The marshmallows roasted over an open fire taste just as delicious. Family fun doesn’t need to cost a bundle, so look into the logistics of traveling to an RV park for your next “staycation.”

Have you ever been on the road, in an unfamiliar place, looking for somewhere to camp?  Well, if you can find an RV Campground, then look no further.  You can be guaranteed a safe place to camp or park your RV with all the comforts of home.  Fellow travelers will be your neighbors and you will be closer to the outdoors than you would be in a motel.  Relax, recharge, and rejuvenate at an RV Campground!

Most of us have been there – on the road, trying to get somewhere, and looking for a place just to spend the night.  Finding a secluded camping spot can be time-consuming unless you know the area, and in an unimproved campsite, you will most certainly be roughing it.  At an RV Campground you have electricity, fresh water, reception for your radio/tv/cellular phone, and even internet access.  There may be other amenities as well – laundry, a clubhouse, waste disposal, etc.  Your camp will be safe and secure.   In the morning you can take a hot shower and grab a cup of coffee for the road.

The people you meet at an RV Campground are commonly other travelers.  If there are full-time residents or long-term visitors, they will have invaluable local knowledge that they are often more than willing to share. Other travelers such as yourself may know something about where you are going.  It can be very rewarding to swap stories, learn a bit about a place, and make a friend or two.

As a cost-effective alternative to camping, an RV Campground  is a great option.  Check one out next time you are on the road and considering a rustic, safe alternative to hotel living – even if you aren’t traveling in an RV.  Clean up, meet some people, relax, and rejuvenate at an RV Campground!

Recreational Vehicles (RV’s) come in just about every shape and size, from a standard van to a 2 bedroom house.  Even the smallest RV’s have basic amenities – bed, kitchen, bath, storage and entertainment.  These things allow you to feel at home no matter where you are.  When it is time to park, there are some key ingredients that will make your RV Campsite really special.

First, your RV Campsite needs to be safe.  Treacherous roads are usually not worth the risk of damaging your RV or getting stuck.  Consider the weather, or the possibility of a mechanical problem with your vehicle if you are going into remote country.  A city street may seem OK during the day, but it might not feel comfortable at night.

Depending on how long you are staying, your RV Campsite needs to meet your needs in terms of hookups.  If you are using a lot of power and water for an extended period, you will need to hook up to these things.  If your ideal RV Campsite is in a remote area, you can bring a generator for power.  Sometimes running your vehicle can charge your electrical system.  And you can always filter, treat or boil water from a safe water source if you run out.

Finally, your RV Campsite should be in a place that you enjoy.  Do you like the ocean?  Then find a spot on the coast.  If you like fishing, find a campsite near a lake or stream.  Find a quiet site if you enjoy peace and solitude.  There are many campsites just for RV’ers if you want to meet like minded people.

Keeping these basic things in mind will help you find a good RV Campsite.  There are infinite possibilities out there, and some of them are really incredible.  An RV allows you to enjoy these places in style.  Happy RV-ing.

‘From the redwood forests to the gulf stream waters, this land was made for you and me.’
Woody Guthrie, who probably would have loved RV Camping!

If you are on the road and are looking for a lodging option somewhere between camping and staying in a hotel, then an RV (Recreational Vehicle) Park might just be a perfect fit. You get many of the benefits of traditional camping along with extra amenities that can enhance your vacation. The campsites will have full electrical and water hookups along with other specialty conveniences that can be difficult to find on the road. Whether you are staying all summer or just for one night in an RV Park, you will feel part of a community of fellow travelers, and that can help make any vacation memorable.

Camping is a fantastic way to enjoy the outdoors. Fresh air, open fires, and natural surroundings rejuvenate the spirit. However, the lack of creature comforts can be uncomfortable, especially when the weather is nasty, the bugs are biting, and there are no kitchens or bathrooms for miles around. Whether or not you own an RV, you will appreciate the fact that an RV Park usually has bath houses with showers and someplace to get out of the weather. Often, there will be a swimming pool, exercise/game room, club house and restaurant to enjoy.

If you are traveling in an RV and choose to stay in an RV Park, you will appreciate having full hookups for electricity and water, and sometimes even internet and cable TV. If your sewage tank needs to be emptied or propane tanks filled, there is usually a station on site for this purpose. Often the office will sell specialty items for RV’ers.

Although most RV Parks cater to travelers visiting for a short while, it is not uncommon for some visitors to actually be residents for an entire summer, or every summer for that matter. This fosters a sense of community and the social aspect of staying at an RV Park can be really fun. Give it a try next time you want a little extra!

Its no surprise that people love to go camping. Weather you like to go with a small group, a large group or just by yourself there are always opportunities to meet new friends.

Many times I have found myself at a quiet little campsite somewhere all by my lonesome, That is until the locals find out that I’m there. Even in some of the most remote and unvisited campgrounds, I have encountered furry or feathered friends that know all about humans!  They act all shy at first, but I’ve been known to have Whiskyjack birds or squirrels eating out of my hands in no time.

Just a few tips when being host or hostess to the local wildlife…
1. Don’t feed birds food that contains little nutritional value or foods that fill them up to quickly. Popcorn is a no-no because the birds will feel full, and get little nourishment from it.

2. Squirrels like nuts but if you don’t have any, then sunflowers will do. However, don’t give them flavored “Spits”.

3. If you are going to feed the forest creatures, be sure to put the food in one spot. Maybe on top of a stump or a bench. Check back after a while and make sure the food is gone and dispose of anything not eaten. Never toss food carelessly around your campsite as it might invite unwanted, larger furry friends.

4. Obey all posted signs that warn about hazards or dangers of feeding wildlife.

May all of your campsite journeys never be alone!

 Well, you sure do look good in that rental RV. Or maybe you’re one of the fortunate few that can outright afford such luxuries. While RV-ing has become a recreational activity that almost anyone can afford, some of the accessories have some high requirements of their own.

I’m sure you have your portable satellite TV, your microwave oven, propane stove and fridge, but have you thought about where you are going and what is required to actually use those devices? Also, RVs aren’t exactly energy efficient when it comes to heating and cooling. In fact, they have very little insulation at all. But that’s ok, right? You have some base board heaters, or a furnace, or even an Air Conditioner if things get too hot. But what do those electrical devices require and where do you find RV Parks that have the right hookups?

My friend in the Yukon was overhauling his RV Park one day, buying all kinds of high end breakers and electrical cable. I asked him, “What do you need all this for?” He said most of the new RVs traveling up to Alaska had some impressive Air Condition units but they required 35 Amp breakers or better. Some even required 50 Amp breakers!

Most RV-ers don’t plan their route ahead of them. They drive until they’re tired or out of gas then find an RV Park off the interstate or highway and settle in for the night. But if the RV Park you’re going to doesn’t have right rigging to power your rig, then it’s going to be a very warm night for you! Even if you’re going to Alaska. So plan ahead, look up your route on the Internet and make some phone calls in advance. It might mean the difference between a restless sleep and restful trip.