February 4, 2024
By Mike Wendland
“When I left my sticks & bricks to go to my favorite NP, I almost forgot my toad! My DW…
January 16, 2024
By Mike Wendland
As long-time boondockers, Jennifer and I love getting away from crowded campgrounds and into secluded bliss. We’ve traveled across the…
July 5, 2023
By Mike Wendland
In Episode 454 of the RV Podcast this week, we discuss finding missing hikers in National Parks. You’ll be surprised…
June 28, 2023
By Mike Wendland
If you like cruises and all-inclusive travel, a guided RV tour sure makes sense. Except instead of ships, you're cruising…
June 21, 2023
By Mike Wendland
By tapping into the shared RV knowledge of fellow RVers and leveraging the collective wisdom of the RV Lifestyle Facebook…
April 15, 2023
By Mike Wendland
Buckle up, because here is everything you need to know to find cheap or free RV camping sites... Finding Free…
December 11, 2022
By Mike Wendland
The weather outside is frightful, but RVing is so delightful! Don’t let snow keep you home… Here are our best…
May 11, 2022
By Mike Wendland
If you've ever wondered what is Boondockers Welcome, in this Episode of the RV Podcast (395), we explain how this…
April 26, 2022
By Mike Wendland
Asked and Answered! A member of our RV Lifestyle Facebook group was seeking advice for using a CPAP machine while…
April 25, 2022
By Mike Wendland
Jennifer and I are longtime members and BIG fans of Boondockers Welcome. It’s a hosting service where private landowners offer…
February 21, 2022
By Mike Wendland
There's been a lot of chatter in the RV world about rising crime in Walmart parking lots. Is it true…
October 31, 2021
By Mike Wendland
Over the past several months, many popular boondocking sites have been shut down. Here's why and what we can do…
September 10, 2021
By Mike Wendland
Looking for some boondocking sites outside Yellowstone National Park? Here are three gems to consider, two just northeast and another…
August 2, 2021
By Mike Wendland
How are RV boondocking spots being limited by dispersed camping policies? We've been reporting for months about the dispersed camping…
May 31, 2021
By Mike Wendland
What are the top stargazing tips for boondockers? Boondocking means different things to different campers but essentially boils down to…
May 10, 2021
By Mike Wendland
Some people seem to think all that solitude and lack of dozens of RVs in the area means you are…
May 8, 2021
By Mike Wendland
What happens when my RV runs out of fresh water? Here’s a question that came in from Wendy: QUESTION: Newbie here:…
May 6, 2021
By Mike Wendland
Lithium-ion batteries are the leading battery choice for boondocking. They are newer than lead-acid batteries, and lighter and more compact.…
May 3, 2021
By Mike Wendland
At a time when poor camper behavior is causing local, state, and federal officials to shut down longtime boondocking areas,…
April 28, 2021
By Mike Wendland
The Soft Start RV is for boondocking and moochdocking RVers who have long been frustrated in not being able to…
April 14, 2021
By Mike Wendland
Across the country, officials are shutting down boondocking areas in many areas because of growing problems with vandalism, litter, and…
March 20, 2021
By Mike Wendland
Who says you can't find Florida boondocking places? We found 14 spots to primitive camp at Eglin Air Force Base!…
January 26, 2021
By Mike Wendland
Boondocking with Hipcamps is like Airbnb for RVers! **Note: we are NOT affiliated with Hipcamps. This is just helpful info…
January 14, 2021
By Mike Wendland
As Jennifer and I tell others about boondocking, over and over again, we hear people give voice to the same…
October 3, 2020
By Mike Wendland
There's a lot of confusion these days about the definition and best practices for RV dry camping, boondocking, and dispersed…
June 10, 2020
By Mike Wendland
We love our RV air conditioner…except when it’s really hot and we’re boondocking or moochdocking and we don’t have enough…
April 26, 2020
By Mike Wendland
Who says you can't go boondocking in Florida? The Ocala National Forest covers almost 700 square miles in the center…
April 24, 2020
By Mike Wendland
When Dr. Seuss wrote “Oh, the places you’ll go!” he probably wasn’t thinking about making plans for boondocking in your…
February 3, 2020
By Mike Wendland
Boondocking has become hugely popular as more and more RVers discover the freedom of escaping the rules, costs and noise…
July 1, 2019
By RV Lifestyle
This year we're making a point of visiting inland California, in contrast to our usual dash to the Pacific Coast…
November 11, 2018
By Mike Wendland
If you're someone who enjoys boondocking, you're sure to have discovered the treasures to be found in the US National…
July 18, 2018
By Mike Wendland
Are you an RV newbie? Maybe you travel with young kids. Or grandkids. How far do you drive each day?…
October 2, 2017
By Mike Wendland
If there was any doubt about the popularity of boondocking and overlanding – off the grid camping and exploration with…
October 15, 2016
By Mike Wendland
It's been a week without plugging into electricity as we've traveled across the UP, enjoying the beautiful colors and staying…
September 24, 2016
By Mike Wendland
Wanna know what makes boondocking even more fun? Sharing it with your granddaughters. We retreated to our favorite boondocking spot in…
August 30, 2016
By RV Lifestyle
The nomadic life and boondocking have their seasonal locations. One awesome spot is the Pacific Coast. Here's a guest post…