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I have a 1.5 year old border collie. I was surprised by the challenges of raising a young dog on the road. No regular classes to attend, constant new/ stimulating environments, small indoor space to train, no consistent dog friends to learn how to share with, no “ low stimuli” (like noise)...

I’m here now! Boondocking near Fairbanks on the Chena River and heading to Denali next week. The drive up was beautiful- crossed in Portal North Dakota and went through Banff/ Jasper and up the Alaska highway to Tok. Cell coverage in Canada was very limited. So far, cell coverage in Alaska it’s...

What’s your go-to source to look at larger weather patterns/ possible weather issues in areas you’re traveling to? I can’t find radar that really predicts weather and warns of potential issues (like tornadoes). I use a variety of sources (weather bug, weather fit com, weather underground…) to...

Oof- I guess I'll have to drive to cell service at least 1x a day. Not my favorite option, but I really want to visit Alaska and not working at all isn't an option for me. I'm waiting for Starlink to go mobile so I can go get lost in the forest and not have to worry so much about cell coverage!

I’m planning on heading that way in June. I’ve never been- I’d take suggestions on places to boondock/ cheap camping if anyone has them. I’m in a “vintage” 24’ class A, so dirt roads are fine but nothing too “off road”. My one concern is cell cover. I work from the road. I can probably get by...

We've been full time for a little over 4 months and are IN LOVE with our 24' Safari Trek, Glinda!!! We've traveled over 3500 miles from WA to South Florida. Glinda is only a 4 cylinder diesel, so she's not fast, especially going up hill. I've been slightly jealous of the vans zipping by us on...

Also, you could consider one of those pop-up screen rooms and even sleeping outside in the screened room if you want to try boondocking or a non-hookup campground. Most of the campgrounds that have hookups are too crowded for me- they're also more expensive and harder to get reservations...

I find that state park campgrounds are usually more spread out than private campgrounds and often have hookups. N Florida, Georgia and Tennessee have some nice SP campgrounds. I’m currently in S Florida and haven’t used the AC at all, but I have lots of windows (small class A). Bahia Honda and...

“I’m not lost I’m RVing” has a lot of good solar videos and one of the first in the series walks you through an energy audit to see what you need. I’d recommend checking that out if you’re interested in solar.

Absolute must haves are a fresh water hose, black/ gray hose, surge protector and 15/30/50 amp power adapters. Probably some blocks for the tires too. If you go to an RV store, they’ll give you a list. Solar is great, but more expensive/ complicated for an RV (vs a van). You could start by just...

I make a bath spray alternative to baby wipes. In a 16oz spray bottle: 1 tsp liquid soap (can use body wash. I’m currently using biodegradable Jason brand coconut body wash) 4 Tbsp witch hazel 2 Tbsp hydrogen peroxide 3-5 ish drops essential oil of your choice Enough water to fill remainder...

I’m Not Lost I’m RVing has a YouTube series that explains the basics as well as a bunch of info in their site. I found their info most helpful. https://www.imnotlostimrving.com/rv-solar/ I purchased a solar kit from Continuous Resources in Utah and installed it myself (with their approval) in...

Update: I'm in LOVE! Glinda (our Trek) is WONDERFUL! We've got most of the interior refresh done. We pulled out the old carpet and put in laminate flooring and a tad of new carpet under the dash. We did peel and stick tile in the kitchen, painted the walls, got new blinds and painted the kitchen...

Here's the interior! I'm working on a little "refresh"- removing the old carpet and making covers for the sofa and chairs. She has one little solar panel- more solar is in my near future! I love this motorhome- I can't wait to move in!!!

Just picked her up this weekend. Here she is!!

Just pulled the trigger on a 24’ Safari Trek with a drop down bed!!! Short, yet roomy!

Thanks all! I really appreciate your responses. It sounds like getting the shortest rig I feel comfortable in is the way to go. Thinking about more outdoor living/ working options is a good reminder too. Being in cold and rainy WA, it’s easy to forget that we’ll be in warmer places gat are more...

Thank you all for your input! We're holding off for the moment- the rig is far away (we'd have to fly to see it) so we'll keep an eye out for a similar one that's closer for now. Thanks!!

My partner and I have been looking at RVs for a couple of years and plan to shove off for full time living in September-ish. We’ve imagined a host of scenarios (and even almost bought a 5th wheel)- we’re currently leaning toward a 25-28 foot class C or A. We’ll be living and remote working in...

Hi all- I’m looking at a 2003 Holiday Rambler Traveler 28RB. I like the layout, but I can’t find any reviews on the model that talk about quality/ issues. Any thoughts? I will full time/ boondock. Thanks!!!