Category: Boomer Blog
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RV 10 year rule, how to get around it
Now more than ever, many of us are hitting the road in RVs to see what this world has to offer. There are some obstacles that get in our way, but we find solutions and keep trekking on. One such obstacle that many hear about, is the dreaded RV 10-year rule. This particular rule has…
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Best camping cooktops for making the whole family happy
I love to camp, but I really love a great meal while I am doing it. Of course, I know camping is a roughing-it lifestyle and people cook over their campfires all the time, but NO! I just like to have a good camp stove to make my meals that much more pleasurable. It probably…
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RV Travelers: How to know when it is legal to Carry a Gun
With more and more people taking to the roads and parks to live in their RV full-time, come concerns for safety. I see a lot of questions on social media asking if others feel safe while living in an RV. I decided to do a little research and see if I could answer the most…
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Best portable Gazebo for RV world, life just got so much better!
We all love our outdoor space when we are at the campground enjoying what nature has to provide. The problem is nature often invites some unwanted guests, like insects, rain or too much sun. So, this is where a great screened-in room comes to the rescue and resolves many of those issues. Let me introduce…
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RV Roadside Assistance: The Complete Guide for the RV Traveler
What is roadside assistance? RV Roadside assistance and breakdown coverage are services that assist motorists whose vehicles have suffered a mechanical failure that leaves the operator stranded. Breakdown coverage may include jump-starting an automobile, diagnosing and repairing the problem that caused the breakdown, towing a vehicle, helping to change a flat tire, providing a small amount of fuel when a vehicle runs out of it, pulling…
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Finding the Best Water Filter for an RV
I think we can all attest that we have at least once hooked up to city water and found dirty, smelly water coming out of our taps. Once you are out camping and hooked up to services it is hard to find options to solve this. I personally bring bottles of water for drinking, but…
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RV Traveling: Best places to stay overnight for free
Where can I park my RV for Free overnight while traveling to my destination? The best places to try first are Walmart, Cracker Barrel, and large Shopping Malls. The reason they top our list is they are known as places that accommodate overnight RV parking for free. Most welcome travelers that are in need of…
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RV Life: Why do my batteries keep dying?
RV batteries are costly, so most of us want to get as much life out of them as possible. I have had battery issues several times and it is quite a pain tracking down the source or at least it used to be. After trial and error, I have since been on the winning side…
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Mice in RV: Secrets to keep critters out of your camper for good
Spring has arrived and you climb inside your RV or camper to prepare for another season of fun adventures. Then everything comes to a halt when you open a cabinet door to see a cluster of mice droppings everywhere, Nooooo! Mice and other unwanted critters are an annoyance we all have dealt with at one…
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RV Repair Shops: How to find them and preventive maintenance
I hear these questions a lot in the social circles that I am a part of. Where do I take my RV to get the oil changed? Who can change the oil in my RV generator? Where can I get my RV repaired besides taking it to the local dealer? So, How do I find…