Late Summer Lakefront RV Camping at a near idyllic campsite in Jefferson County Idaho

RV camping at any time of year is a great experience, but late summer is special. I was out paddling on Jefferson County Lake in Rigby Idaho early this morning before traveling into “IF” (Idaho Falls) to grab a latte and get a few things done. Days here at nearly 44o North are steadily getting …

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Full Time RV Life: Realities & Practicalities

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Tips for Optimizing your RV Travel Experience over the long run… Quick update (September 2025) – Hernia Surgery: Done! Skin Cancer “Fix”: Done! I’m back “on the road” (again) It’s been 14 years since I started full time RV life. I wouldn’t trade it for anything, nor do I miss living in a “stix and …

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RV Life & RV Travel – Nearly 14 years “On The Road” and I STILL get a real kick out of it

It came into crystal focus while traveling across Wyoming. I was somewhere between Saratoga and Casper. I’ve made that drive just a couple of days ago. It was not the first time I’ve traveled this stretch. Wyoming highway 487 runs between Medicine Bow and Casper. It is a somewhat mountainous road and has been (mostly) …

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An RV disaster caused by the camper manufacturer, and then they poured salt on the wound…

Some (most) RV Manufacturers do NOT deserve your hard earned money Keystone, an RV manufacturer has outdone themselves this time. I’ve been VERY aware of numerous quality issues with Keystone for years (as with most Thor campers), but this situation is the WORST I’ve ever heard about. What’s even more SERIOUS is Keystone’s response to …

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RV Buying Tips – inspired by an RV owners nightmare and attempt to get rid of his 5th wheel…

Purchasing an RV and expecting a positive outcome involves several steps to ensure a successful experience. I’m referring not only to the purchase process, but the (ideally) years of ownership that follow. A few of the critical actions to ensure a positive outcome include knowing I’m going to share with you some details from a …

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Southern Utah RV Life – Travel Adventures in the high desert and two memorable hikes

WITH RV Tips for where to RV Camp Sand Caves – a short and potentially perilous hike On our way out of Sand Hollow State Park (check out my earlier post), neither Isaac nor I was interested in calling it a day, so we took a “brief” drive to Kanab. “Brief” turned out to be …

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Sand Hollow State Park – one of Utah’s best

A visit to Sand Hollow State Park to kick off the “kayak paddling” season, share my passion for kayaking with a good bud while I’m still in Southern Utah, and to check out the RV camping areas available at this amazing state park. Utah is a truly amazing state. It is home to no less …

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Healthcare Insights for RV Travelers (Including SOLO travelers)

Actionable Healthcare Information for Travelers – Shared From 14 Years “On The Road”… I’m preparing this post on Jun 24, just 5 days after my second “significant medical event” in the past seven years. This one was not an emergency, but it had to get fixed. I’m presently recuperating from Open Hernia Surgery conducted last …

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RV Life: Parowan Gap Petroglyphs

Ancient Writings and New Friendships Thanks to a pathetic winter in Southern Utah, Isaac (my ski colleague and bud) from Brian Head ski school took a day in early February to explore the Parowan Gap and Petroglyphs. We really enjoyed exploring the region together so this brief excursion turned out to be the first of …

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