Have you considered living off the grid in your RV? I’ve been full-time RVing for the past 7 years. I split my time between long term stays in RV parks and living off the grid in my RV as a nomad wandering with the weather. If you’ll be staying in one place for at least 6 months at a time, then living off the grid (boondocking) is an option that you might want to consider. I’ve put together this helpful guide to give you an idea of what to expect in the way of living expenses and overall comfort when living off the grid in an RV, compared to on-grid RV living. See the costs and comforts associated with both on- and off-grid RV camping.
Winter And Snow
Each winter, RV snowbirds in search of warmer weather make their way south. See why Quartzsite and other places are so popular. Plus RV winter driving tips & RV winter camping tips -- for diehard RVers. Indoor & outdoor RV storage options (RV garages, RV covers, tire covers) -- for those who park it during the colder months. RVers show you how to prepare your RV for longterm storage, avoid a rodent infestation, prevent winter snow loads from damaging the RV, and winterize your RV yourself (water & fluids, generator, battery, tires, and more) -- even how to prepare for your first spring/summer outing after getting the RV out of storage.
RV Maintenance Checklist For Fall – Things You Should Check Each Year Before Winter
See a list of fall/winter RV maintenance tasks that are most important. These are the things you should do every year during the fall before winter hits. One of the MOST important is RV roof maintenance… see why!
Driving An RV For The First Time? 12 Ways RV Driving Is Completely Different From Car Driving!
Driving an RV is very different than driving a car! Most of us learned how to drive an RV the hard way — through trial and error (and a lot of mistakes). But sitting behind the wheel of a large RV on your first road trip is not the best time to figure out all the challenges and nuances that come with driving RVs. Here are 12 important first-time RV driving tips for newbies to learn before renting an RV… or buying one.
Winter RV Tip: How To Winterize Your RV Better Than An RV Dealer Would
Should you take your RV to a professional to have it winterized? Or is this something you can do yourself? The professionals are only concerned with what damage ice in the water system will do to your RV. Here’s how to do ALL of the RV winterizing yourself… according to someone who’s been winterizing RVs for over 50 years!
How RV Nomads Set Up Seasonal RV Travel Routes And Find Places To Stay Where The Temperatures Are Comfortable
How RV nomads plan their seasonal RV travel routes. These are the best RV apps to use when following 70-degree temps is your main goal. Find places to stay!
An RVer’s Point Of View Of Quartzsite AZ: What It’s REALLY Like! (…And How It Compares To Florida In The Winter Months)
Why do RVers flock to Quartzsite AZ each winter? How much does it cost to stay there? What is there to do there? A fulltime RVer shares his experience.
Avoid An RV Rodent Infestation: How To Keep Mice Away From Your RV (…And Squirrels & Other Rodents Too)
I finally found how to keep mice away from my camper! Here are 6 ways to avoid a rodent infestation and keep mice, squirrels & rats from damaging your RV.
RV Catalytic Heaters: Yes, They Can Be Used Safely While RVing
Maybe it’s time to find a different source of heat to keep you warm inside your RV. Have you considered a catalytic heater? Catalytic heaters require no electricity to operate. Catalytic heaters also consume propane at a much slower rate.
Outdoor & Indoor RV Storage Options For Winter Protection
The 4 best choices for indoor RV storage and outdoor RV storage — including the pros & cons of each: heated garage, steel building, enclosed RV storage facility, and outdoor RV storage facility.
An RV Garage Protects Your RV Investment From Sun & Weather Damage
Protect your RV from costly sun & weather damage by keeping it under cover in an RV garage. You’ve got many options and different styles to choose from. They’re all listed here for you.
