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    Kentucky Private Camp?

    I remember reading about someone offering a short term camp site somewhere in Kentucky. Going to be passing thru, leaving Indiana soon and headed towards Florida for the winter. Planning a few stop overs. Whomever offered the spot in Kentucky cam you please PM? Thanks!!
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    New Beginning, East Coast Caravans / Camp Togethers

    Hello Everyone, HOWA has announced that in-person caravans/camp togethers will begin again in October. The first groups will meet in Nevada Oct. 6th, 2021. Info can be found at Caravans 2021-22 – Homes on Wheels Alliance Eastern US caravans/camp togethers--- I started a thread a few months ago...
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    All National Forest Land in California CLOSED

    Hello All,  Just read a breaking news story from the LA Times - "Forest Service officials confirm all California National Forests to be temporarily closed" Closures will go into effect Tuesday 8/31/21 at 11:59pm and stay in place until Sept 17, 21  Why?? Forest Fires
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    1 Year 25 States 19,000 miles

    Hello All, Today marks 365 consecutive days traveling in my converted shuttle bus!! 25 states and over 19.0000 miles with so much more to explore. The pros are far exceeding the cons at this point, I am so very glad I made this move to live a simpler life!!  Hope you are all well and happy...
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    Oregon?? Anyone...???

    Hello All, Just rolled into Oregon yesterday. Currently camped along the Columbia River outside Rufus and ready to explore. Looking to camp with a small group of nomads.
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    Always be able to give directions to your camp

    Hello All, As a retired Firefighter / Paramedic I know first hand how frustrating it can be when a caller to 911 cannot give clear directions to their location.  Tip: Write down direction such as- On XXX road 1/4 mile past intersection YY & RR in ____National Forest at marker XYZ. Lat. 111.111...
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    Flat Outside Dual.... Drive it... Don't drive it

    Hello All, Arrived at my campsite about 3 hours ago just south of the Grand Canyon, 53 miles from the nearest (I can find) tire shop. I dont even know when it happened? No noise, no vibration, no nothing but there is a hole in the sidewall that I can fit my finger into.... Outside, passenger...
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    Mobile Starlink Internet by the end of 2021

    Great news! Starlink (Spacex) going mobile by the end of 2021 in the US. Elon Musk "Starlink should be fully mobile by the end of 2021" Will be awsome to have a good internet connection no matter where we are boondocking! Below is a youtube video Huge News for RV Internet - Elon Musk Confirms...
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    Sedona Cottonwood Area ?

    Hello Everyone, Any boondockers in the Sedona / Cottonwood area? I am headed that way and plan to be there sometime next week
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    The Journey

    Life is life no matter where or how we live it, ups and downs, challenges and triumphs. Van Life is no different. As a wise old man says,  There are no perfect days out here but every day out here is wonderful.  This photo was taken just outside Oatman Az. on BLM land.  Days like today make me...
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    Calling all nomads in the East

    Hello All, My home state is Florida and my family lives in Indiana, I spend a lot of time in the Eastern US.  I have noticed in Bobs weekly live feed that the question of East coast Caravans and RTR's has been coming up on a regular basis. Bob's response is always this- "if we can find someone...
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    Vehicle repairs in Quartzsite

    Hello All, Just wanted to share my experience with an auto repair shop in Quartzsite.  Due to a major transmission problem I had my rig towed off I-10 to a shop in Q. Turns out the tow company, using a different name, also owns the repair shop. Auto repair in Q is limited so I will not mention...
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    Shuttle Bus at Pilot in Quartzsite

    Hello All, Have not seen a post about this and I am kinda dead in the water as far as driving at the moment. I heard there is someone at Pilot in Quartzsite who is broke down. Story is they were having engine trouble and a "mechanic" who was passing through offered to help..... As I understand...
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    Looking for transmission repair / mechanic near Quartzsite

    Hello All,  Anyone know of a transmission shop near Quartzsite?? Dead in the desert......
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    NomadLand How many of us are out here?

    Hello All, Interesting campfire conversation last night about Nomadland sparked a question that in my mind is impossible to answer.  How many full time vehicle dwellers are there in the USA? With most of us having a physical address, on paper at least, the numbers would be very hard to...
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    Looking to camp with others? Small group just south of Quartzsite

    Hello All, Small group camped 6 miles south of Quartzsite on 14 day free site just off paved road, no rough roads getting here. We will be here for another week before moving to a new location. I will try to remember to post again then. New to van life or seasoned pros, all are welcome. We are...
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    Made it to Quartzsite[split] Camp with Bob: Jan 28th - Feb 3rd

    Finally made it!! 2,200 miles of great views and weather. I get here and the views are great but the weather is horrible lol. Looks like better days ahead. Hope to meet some new people this week  :)
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    53 year old digital nomad looking for female travel partner

    Hello All, 53yo, white male looking for female nomad travel / camping partner. Prefer someone who has her own rig and income. Currently in North Florida and plan on heading West to AZ at the end of December.  I have been in my rig since Aug. 2, 2020, traveled through 12 states, and have loved...
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    Camp / park Osceola National Forest Florida

    Hello Everyone, Posting for the owner, If interested please PM me and I will be happy to forward the contact info. Spot is approx 1/2 acre in size, 3 class B rigs could fit easily. Owner is fine with multiple people sharing the site. Site will have electric soon, has a primary address, access to...
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    Camping / parking Osceola National Forest Florida

    Hello Everyone, Posting for the owner, If interested please PM me and I will be happy to forward the contact info. Spot is approx 1/2 acre in size, 3 class B rigs could fit easily. Owner is fine with multiple people sharing the site. Site will have electric soon, has a primary address, access to...
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