It would be nice to wake up just a few steps away from the hike, paddle, or climb? You can also end the day by sitting around the campfire and sipping your preferred beverage instead of taking the long trip back to the backcountry. If this seems like a dream coming real, then an RV adventure may be in your future. An RV lets you stay longer and bring your home with you when on the road. It can seem daunting to make the switch from camping in a car or backpacking to traveling in an RV. With a little research and planning ahead, as well as the support of a growing RV community eager to share their enthusiasm and knowledge with you, it's easier than you think. Here are a few tips for planning that first trip. It would be great to to rise in the morning and be in the reach of your day's hike, paddle, or climb. And end your day sipping your preferred beverage around the campfire rather than taking the long drive out of the backcountry to get home? If this sounds like a dream come to life, then an RV trip could be on the cards for you in the near future. A vehicle allows you to remain longer and take your home with you on the road. It can seem daunting to transition from backpacking or car camping to RV travel. It's possible to make it a lot simpler by conducting some study and making plans ahead. Additionally, you can gain the support of an RV community who are eager to share their excitement and experience. Here are some suggestions to aid you in planning your first journey. RENTALSYou only have one choice when renting a vehicle: either drive it or tow. For your first time it is recommended to rent a Class A, B, C truck camper or camper van (all RVs that can be driven rather than tow) will be the most easy to maneuver and to rent. You can rent and tow a trailer when you have an SUV or a truck that has towing capabilities. With this question answered you can narrow your search by looking for local RV dealers who offer rentals and rental websites like Outdoorsy, and Cruise America. A good rental will include an extensive walk-through and orientation, as well as an operating manual to help you with any questions when you're on the road. The orientation should cover water, electric, sewer hook-ups, as well as appliances including heat, AC, fuel, propane, and anything else that you're not used to. ROUTE PLANNINGRV travel can be slower than an overnight road trip. Make sure to make overnight stops that are no further than 300 miles, or about four hours away. You will get more time to enjoy your stops, and stay in your RV for less time. It is important to find campsites that are easy to get to (preferably pull-through), have amenities such as showers, food service, and friendly staff. The KOA app is an excellent guide to campgrounds and solid support to help you plan your first trip. You can monitor the gas gauge, look out truck stops, and fill with approximately one quarter tank. This will provide you with plenty of room to pull your vehicle through, turning or backing it up, without worry about running out of gas. CAMP SET-UP and BREAK downThe most challenging task is likely to be making the camp. This is the reason why the importance of orientation is paramount. After parking and leveling your RV the water and electric (grey black, gray, and fresh) systems should be connected. If there are slides, you can extend them, flip over the refrigerator, then turn on the heat/AC to fully enjoy the creature luxury. It's time to take them off, and then enjoy. As you dismantle camp, be sure to go back and ensure that everything is properly packed. The last stop to make before leaving camp is the dump station, where you'll take out your black water tank, then you're back on the road. Make time to talk with fellow RVers at your campsite and observe the various ways people set up camp. Every person has a story or tip that can save you time and make your travel easier. There's a warm and supportive community that wants you to love RV travel just as much as they do. WHAT TO PACKThis is an easy one, since your RV packing list will look similar to the one you carry for backpacking or car camping. Include essentials such as wicking, warmth, and rain-resistant layers of clothing and equipment for adventure like a backpack as well as a first aid kit headlamp, and trail shoes. One of the great things about living in a RV is that you can bring some of those luxury items you usually put away at home, like towels and toiletries, your favorite meals, camping chairs and wood for the fire. You'll have more space to store things and spread them out more than you're used for in the tent. Reduce the frequent stops and stress of parking and navigating the parking lot of restaurants and gas stations by packing a cooler. Pet treats and water are recommended as well to ensure that everyone has the ability to eat on the road and ensure that truck stops don't take all day. THE RECAP IS ESSENTIALThere is nothing that can teach you more about RVing than taking a trip, so once you've returned at home, be sure to talk through what worked and what didn't work, as well as how you can make the next trip even better than the first. There will be a few more journeys before you're able to fully understand your vehicle and have your operating system in order, but you can adjust your plans to improve your favorite experiences and minimize anxiety.
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