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A Must-Have Survival Tool For Campers
When it comes to camping, the first thing that comes to our mind are tents, sleeping bags, matches, knives, water, bread, etc. For most people, the idea of an EDC flashlight doesn’t even cross their minds. As with all camping gear, the EDC flashlight should also be on your top 10 must-have camping list because it’s the lighting you need in the dark. The night is mysterious and your flashlight is the only tool that can illuminate the night. Not only do flashlights illuminate our surroundings when moving on foot at night, they also keep us safe. It enables you to use the SOS function of the flashlight to send out danger…
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Walkie Talkie Fun
We are a very busy family. Sure the kids have cell phones since they are in their teens but cell phones can be very expensive and are often subject to dead zones. We needed a solution for the kids while in our neighborhood, while camping and while trail riding with our horses. The solution was easily found in this set of walkie talkies. Our set is green but it is also available in blue and silver. First of all I love the color. Kids lose things – alot! And with this neon green it is almost impossible to misplace these radios. They do come with a rechargeable battery pack as…
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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…
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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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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…
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Things to Think About Before Buying an RV
Can I Afford It? Owning an RV can be expensive plain and simple. There are the obvious costs such as fuel expenses to get from point A to point B…and then there is all of the other expenses that you learn about after owning it for a while. Maintenance – Maintenance for an RV is hopefully not very often but when it does come up, unless your handy yourself, you can expect maintenance to not be cheap. Fixing things on a motorhome is a somewhat specialized task so it will potentially cost more than if you were fixing your car. Food – The cost of food is hopefully no more…
