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4 Ways You Can Travel More Safely in Your RV
RV Life The RV life is one that many people enjoy. RV stands for a recreational vehicle, and these are the big campers you often see cruising from state to state or parked in suburban driveways. Some RVs are very fancy inside, better even than some apartments. Some retired people like purchasing RVs because they’re a way to explore the country, seeing the sights, and meeting people. If you’re an older individual, and you’ve always wanted to see the Grand Canyon or the California redwoods, this is a way to do it in style. Some younger people purchase RVs too, especially if they want to take their family on vacation,…
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Pest Control Tips During Your Camping
The best part of summer is to beat the heat and go out camping in the hills. Studies reveal that there is a certain temperature drop as you go to higher altitudes. Camping with friends on a hill that is close to you can be really exciting if done right. You may be really excited to buck yourself up and pack your bag with all the essentials. Along with some portable burners, camping blankets and food, you need something very important to keep yourself safe. While bonfires and sticks can drive out the bigger animals such as racoons, it is the smaller pests that you need to be careful of.…
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What Should You Know About Living in an RV?
If the idea of living in an RV is something you dream about, you’re not alone. It’s increasingly common, but it’s not always as easy as selling everything and hitting the road. For example, there are zoning ordinances and laws for RVs if you want to live in your camper in certain places. You may have limitations to face, such as restricted storage and cooking space. It can be risky if there’s extreme weather, too, such as storms or flash flooding. The following are some of the things to know about living in an RV, some of which might make it a less appealing option for you. Parking An RV…
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5 Benefits of the RV Life of Which You Might be Unaware
What comes into your mind when you hear the phrase “RV life?” RVs, or recreational vehicles, do seem to conjure up mental images of a particular lifestyle. Is that way of living one which appeals to you? Go Together Go Far – RV and Family Camping Infotainment can meet all your traveling needs Over 400,000 motor vehicle accidents occur in Florida alone, some of which involve RVs. However, don’t let that discourage you from pursuing RV ownership. The rate of fatalities from RV accidents is actually considerably less than that involving all other vehicles that are on the road. As long as you’re careful about your driving, RV ownership can…
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WenTop WiFi Wireless Smart Phone Controlled LED Light Strip
Several years ago a friend of mine told me about some LED Light Strips. She was like – “you’ve got to get a set of these for your daughter’s bedroom”. Well I never did – in fact I forgot all about it until I saw these. Well now I have finally gotten around to checking some out and I am trying this set – the WenTop WiFi Wireless Smart Phone Controlled LED Light Strip. Simply set up (pretty intuitive plug ins) and download the software on your phone via the QR code provided. The setup is pretty easy – the software walks you right through it. Just make sure you…
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Summer Strawberry Cocktails – Perfect for Sitting By The Campfire
Summer is here – yay! That means camping and friends while sitting by the fire. So much more time will be spent outside (in fact we will rarely go inside) and life is good. Let’s enjoy it with some strawberry cocktails! check out these great recipes from fellow bloggers. Strawberry Cocktail – Simple and On The Rocks Virgin Strawberry Rhubarb Margarita Strawberry and Peach Wine Slushies Strawberry and Passion Fruit Caipirinha Strawberry Honey Lime Mimosa Strawberry Lemonade Vodka Cocktail Strawberry Rhubarb Margarita Strawberry Lime Bellini Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade Spritzer Strawberry Wine Sangria Strawberry Grapefruit Whiskey Iced Tea Strawberry Mimosa
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Replacing A Mattress In Your Camper
One of the first things we noticed when we bought our first camper was that the beds are not a standard size. Sure our “master bedroom” mattress is queen size and that is a standard size. But the bunk beds in the bunk house and the mattresses for the dinette/bed combo are definitely not a standard size. There is no way to just walk in somewhere and pull a product of choice off a shelf. So what do you do when you need to replace any of them? Let’s face it with kids they need to be replaced. And as much as I’d love to pretend mice didn’t exist but…
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12 Of My Favorite Camping Items
Camping season is almost here! Seriously it seems like last season just ended. I never have enough time to do all I need to do in between seasons. This year I really tried to be cognizant of the time constraints and still… In any event we wouldn’t trade our time camping for anything. It is really nice to just get away from it all every now and then. What could be better than this Campart Travel Outdoor Kitchen! Everything you need right at your fingertips. It is lightweight and can be packed up quickly and easily. This 2.5 gallon collapsible bucket will take up minimal space but will meet all…
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Preparing Your RV For Winter Storage
Ah the life of owning an RV. It is an exciting one for sure and offers so many amazing opportunities. We have an RV but we no longer move it. It is parked at a resort campground and stays at that location year round. The result is that it really is our home away from home. Everything you could want in a summer home – we have with our RV. I really enjoy the life of not having to pack and unpack all the time – for the most part. Here are some things I didn’t know about or hadn’t considered when we first bought our RV. In theory we…
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7 Ways Renting an RV is Not What you Imagined
If you want to spend some quality time with your family while exploring the countryside, a rental RV will definitely quench your thirst for adventure. If you have not considered RV rentals before, there are some important things you need to know to make the most of your vacation. There might be a lot of questions about RV rentals that are lingering in your mind. Are you going camping in developed campgrounds? Are there amenities that will keep you entertained or occupied? Here are 7 things you need to know about renting an RV: RV-driving is not as challenging as everyone thinks It is normal to feel a bit worried…
