RVing tomorrow: what’s new and next in RVs?
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We’re Tony & Peggy Barthel and we’re working to help you be a StressLess Camper.
We’re Tony & Peggy Barthel and we’re working to help you be a StressLess Camper.
All tagged RV lifestyle
Stay or eBay - RV gadgets we have after five years of the StressLess Camping RV podcast
Visiting the newest attraction on Route 66 - the new American Giants Museum in Atlanta, Illinois
Some highlights of the regional foods we’ve come across in our travels
Did you know that RV warranty companies change pricing based on the calendar year? If you’re considering an RV warranty you may find much better terms or a potentially longer contract today rather than early next year?
This week’s RV and travel podcast brings highlights from our live video feeds from the FROG International RV rally in Indiana.
Tips and tricks for big ideas for storage in a small RV
Podcast 207 - A vintage camping and art experience we can’t wait to try
Should you buy an extended warranty for your RV? What are some of the things you should look for - and is it better to shop at the dealership or independently? Do you need a warranty to qualify for financing? We speak with the Vice President of Operations at Wholesale Warranties to see how that company works and the kinds of things you should look for.
Join us as we explore the healing power of nature and reaffirm the importance of prioritizing time spent in the great outdoors with our guest from the USDA Department of Forestry who cites studies that prove the science.
With California’s impending generator ban what can you do if you still need clean, safe power for your RV? This week our RV podcast guest is Jonathan Schloo who has invented a gadget that lets you tap into your vehicle to provide power for your RV or even devices in your home. This is a unique solution that really makes sense and we have the full story.
We tour the 2023 Quartzsite Sports, Vacation and RV show to find the work camping opportunities at the show. For those who want to find a way to both work and travel, these opportunities can be a great way to support your RV lifestyle. From working at amusement parks to warehouses, driving tour buses in Alaska or being among roadside attractions there is something for almost all abilities and tastes.
This week’s RV podcast features Michael Anderson who founded Traveling Gatherings, a website to help you find and share great community festivals, gatherings, shows and more. We love community festivals so this is right up our alley.
Then we head to Joshua Tree for a visit. There’s also our fondue recipe, an unusual home-made trailer as well as a unique aerodynamic trailer and much more.
More handy fun gifts for the RVers. We’re back with another list of some small, affordable and fun things you can give to your favorite RVer - especially if that’s yourself! We also have news about the future of towable RVs and some incredible developments that are being made. We also have a nifty water filter that’s so small it’ll fit in your cup holder - but works like a champ.
We learn how Winnebago has really stepped up their innovation game in the Towables market with things like the Hike 100 and Winnebago Micro Minnie FLX, speaking with Adam Christoffersen. Winnebago has raised the bar in towable tech and we also learn how the company has been able to maintain in challenging times. Then we’ve got an RV-friendly sauna and share a delicious creamy taco soup recipe.
We’re talking taxes…and Texas. We talk with the Tax Queen Heather Ryan about how you can be tax ready, save money and plan for the future. Then we visit with Alan Warren and hear about Texas and the Big Chief campground.
We speak with best selling author, speaker, RVer, traveler and cool guy Nick Russell about traveling, writing books on the road, his blog, his books including "The Frugal RVer," "Overlooked Arizona," "Overlooked Florida," "Meandering Down the Highway," "Highway History and Backroad Mystery," the Big Lake Series, the John Lee Quarrels series and more.
Some of the spookiest stories from around the campfire told by hosts Peggy and Tony Barthel. These great campfire stories are new and old and are sure to give you chills on this Halloween episode, our first.
Are you spooked by boondocking? Does the thought of camping totally off grid haunt you with fear? Tony and Peggy talk about their favorite type of camping - boondocking.
Plus we also take a side trip to Big Bear Lake, CA.
