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Rv boondocking tips1/23/2024 ![]() You might also be able to use the RV as a wind block if winds are common in the area. For example, if hot and sunny weather is predicted and your RV has a lot of windows on one side, park so the window side is on the shady side. Park your RV in a direction that makes the most of the weather and sun location.Being respectful of your neighbors will ensure a pleasant stay for everyone. They will appreciate being sheltered from your generator noise, so they can continue to enjoy the peace and quiet out there. Be especially mindful of RVers with solar panels and park way well away from them (minimum 300 feet as a guide). This is especially important if you need to start your generator early in the morning (whether for work or coffee!). Be sure to park a respectable distance from other RVers so as not to invade their space or views and also ensure your generator noise (if you use one) won’t bother them.It is a handy way to gauge how much water you are using and estimate how many days your water will last so you can make adjustments as needed, or simply relax about it a bit more! Track your water usage with Post-it Note markings on the side of your fresh water tank (assuming it is visible).Or shower only every other day or have a ‘sponge bath’. That is, jump in, get wet, turn off water, lather up, turn water back on, rinse off, jump out. Consider letting the yellow mellow for your number ones to reduce the number of toilet flushes.This reduces water usage from the fresh tank and also helps reduce grey tank water. Keep a bucket in the shower to catch excess water and use that to ‘flush’ the toilet.One sink load of dirty dishes per day is more water efficient. Limit your dishwashing to once per day.This make them much easier to wash and uses less water. Use paper towels to wipe dirty plates and dishes down first after using.Pre-wash fruits and vegetables while still at a campground (with water hookups) just before you leave for your boondocking adventure.Buy or take separate jugs of drinking water to save the water in your fresh tank for washing and showering.When you warm your meals in a saucepan on the propane stove or cook on the BBQ, it also means no noisy generator! As a bonus, this also keeps your trash to a minimum. Preparing and freezing meals or making salads ahead of time means there are less dishes to wash up, making it easier and allowing more time to relax and enjoy while reducing the need to go to the store – which is not always close by. The price is right too! Remember, no matter where you travel in your RV, if trouble is going to find you, it can find you anywhere. I am confident that you will find boondock camping a very enjoyable and safe alternative to conventional campgrounds. If you think rationally about camping in the boondocks, apply the steps mentioned above and go for it! Again, there are legal ramifications, so know the law and act responsibly. As an alternative to a firearm, some boondockers carry less lethal protection such as mace, bear spray, pepper spray or wasp spray.I strongly encourage those that carry a firearm to know the law of the land as it varies from state to state. ![]() Be sure to read up on these rules and regulations. In most states within the U.S., the Castle Doctrine gives you the right to protect your place of residence which includes RVs.If you do carry a weapon, are you prepared to actually use it? Be sure to keep it tucked in a safe, concealed spot that only you know about. Some RVers believe that by carrying a weapon, you’re very likely providing one for the trespasser to use against you or in their next burglary.If you are threatened you can just jump in the cockpit and drive away at a moment’s notice. If you are a motorhome owner and feel unsafe where you are boondocking, keep the jacks up, awning in and your RV ready to roll. The honking horn and flashing lights can be seen and heard for miles.īe ready to roll. The panic button would scare away most any criminal. If your RV is equipped with a wireless remote key fob, keep it nearby when camped. Park out of view, or in view if you prefer, of a roadway depending on the circumstances and surroundings. Not only for your personal safety, but in general, it is always a good idea to be able to make an emergency phone call if needed. Park where there is cell phone service when possible. A dog makes a great alarm system for your travel trailer or 5th wheel, and no criminal, or human being in general, wants to be bitten by one. Better yet, install a 12 volt alarm or take Fido RVing with you. Place a sticker on your RV to indicate that an alarm system or guard dog is contained in your rig.
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