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Exploring Overlanding With Azure O’Neill from Overland Expo
July 02, 2024 03:33 - 49 MBIn this episode of the Girl Camper podcast, your host, Lesa McDermott, focuses on exploring the world overlanding, a form of self-reliant travel using vehicles, with guest Azure O'Neil from Overland Expo. Azure explains this type of camping, which involves traveling long distances in a vehicle-dependent manner, where the journey itself is the primary purpose rather than the destination. The discussion covers various types of vehicles used for overlanding, ranging from motorcycles to high-end ...
Becoming An RV Inspector/Tech with Coach C
June 24, 2024 18:07 - 21.2 MBWelcome to this week’s episode of the Girl Camper Podcast! Today, we’re discussing everything you need to know about hiring an RV inspector or technician. We’re joined by Carol Mitchell, aka Coach C, a seasoned RV tech and educator who shares her journey and expert advice. Whether you’re in the market for a new RV or need repairs, this episode will have you covered. **Meet Coach C** Carol Mitchell, known as Coach C, transitioned from a lifetime career as an athletic coach to becoming an RV ...
All About Girl Camper Events With Bonnie Shafto
June 11, 2024 02:40 - 24.2 MBWelcome to the Girl Camper podcast. I'm Lesa McDermott, and today's episode features Bonnie Shafto, an original Girl Camper guide and Girl Camper's event manager. Bonnie will discuss how to become a Girl Camper and highlight the Girl Camper events. Bonnie's journey with Girl Camper began five years ago in Texas, where she started planning camping trips before moving to New Mexico. She and the Girl Camper Guides organize events, including international trips. Typical Events A typical Girl Ca...
Finding the Perfect Mattress for Your Camper
June 11, 2024 02:18 - 36.1 MBWhen you're out camping, there's nothing better than a good night's sleep. In this episode of The Girl Camper Podcast, Janine Pettit, Girl Camping Ambassador and Editor in Chief of Girl Camper Magazine, chats with Hailey Altobelli from RVMattress.com. They discuss essential tips and advice on finding the perfect mattress for your camper. Why RV Mattresses Matter During the conversation, Hailey highlights a common issue among RV owners: the stock RV mattress is often uncomfortable and poorly...
Celebrating National Go RVing Day!
June 04, 2024 03:09 - 46.7 MBAre you ready for an epic camping adventure? 🏕️ This Saturday, June 8th, is National Go RVing Day, and we've got a special treat for you on this week's Girl Camper podcast! Join Janine and Lesa as they chat with Monica Geraci from Go RVing and the NRVIA. Monica, the Director of Public Relations and Communications for the RV Industry Association, shares her wealth of experience and insights into the RV world and tips on how you can celebrate National Go RVing Day. 🌟 In this episode, you'll le...
Behind the Scenes of RV Unplugged with Team Girl Camper
May 28, 2024 02:08 - 38.7 MBGet ready for this week's podcast episode 225 as we go behind the scenes into the adventurous world of RV Unplugged with Lesa McDermott & Mary Byrnes of Team Girl Camper! We're thrilled to also have Todd Henson and Tony Flamnia, the creative masterminds behind the show. RV Unplugged is not your typical RV show. It combines the thrill of reality competition with the challenges and joys of off-grid RV camping. Contestants, including everyday RVers, face intense challenges for a chance to win a ...
Alternative Camping Locations With Harvest Hosts
May 21, 2024 01:49 - 46.3 MBAre you looking for unique places to camp? How about an alpaca farm or a museum? Have you ever thought of joining Harvest Hosts? In this podcast episode we visit with the folks at Harvest Host. Their locations are not only great for a stop over on your way to somewhere else, but they can also be your destination! With over 10,000+ locations across the country, a Harvest Host membership can give you unlimited overnight stays at safe and convenient locations for a reasonable annual fee. ...
All About E-Bikes
May 14, 2024 01:18 - 27.6 MBIt's National Bike Month and this week we are celebrating it at Girl Camper! On this week's podcast episode we visit with Cameron Hahn of Buzz Bikes about e-bikes. Things you should know before you buy one, what to look for in one, what to avoid. AND Girl Camper has partnered with Buzz Bikes to give away their Cerana II e-bike! To enter to win, post a picture of you with a bike you want to replace on Instagram and tag @BuzzBicycles and @Girl_Camper in the photo. Contest ends May 23rd, 20...
Rafting & Camping Through The Gates of Lodore
May 07, 2024 03:50 - 44.1 MBGirl Camper's Camper in Chief, Janine Pettit, V.P. of Operations, Lesa McDermott and Michigan Girl Camper Guide, Tracey Stieb, are revving up for an epic adventure down the Green River in Utah from July 8th to 14th, complete with thrilling rafting and starry camping nights. In this podcast, Lesa chats with Molly Mickel, the owner of Mild 2 Wild Rafting Company, about what to expect on this wild ride. Molly spills the beans on the Gates of Lodore trip, a gem in Dinosaur National Monument know...
Camping Culinary Delights: Cooking with Omnia Stovetop Ovens
April 23, 2024 01:31 - 29.5 MBLooking for a different way to cook good food at the campground? From steamed vegetables, to lasagna to fresh baked bread, in this episode of the podcast you can learn how as Lesa McDermott introduces Gustaf Lunden from Omnia Stovetop Ovens. Gustaf shares his background and the inception of Omnia, tracing its roots back to a marketing agency collaboration nearly two decades ago. He explains the concept of the Omnia stovetop oven, a versatile three-part design ideal for outdoor cooking and ba...
Episode 221: Camping Culinary Delights: Cooking with Omnia Stovetop Ovens
April 23, 2024 01:31 - 29.5 MBLooking for a different way to cook good food at the campground? From steamed vegetables, to lasagna to fresh baked bread, in this episode of the podcast you can learn how as Lesa McDermott introduces Gustaf Lunden from Omnia Stovetop Ovens. Gustaf shares his background and the inception of Omnia, tracing its roots back to a marketing agency collaboration nearly two decades ago. He explains the concept of the Omnia stovetop oven, a versatile three-part design ideal for outdoor cooking and ba...
Episode 220: Multi Generational Camper
April 16, 2024 02:43 - 44 MBIf creating memories, giving siblings, cousins and in-laws opportunities to bond, spending time outdoors with those you love the most all seem like worthy goals, this week’s show is for you. I am taking a look at three things you are going to want to get right in order to make multi generational camping a success. The right rv The right campground The right attitude. Stay tuned for episode 220 of the girl camper podcast Welcome I’m Janine Pettit, Girl Camper ambassador, Editor in Ch...
Episode 219: Seasonal Camping: Embracing a New Chapter with Janine Pettit
April 09, 2024 22:41 - 24.4 MBIn Episode 219 of the Girl Camper podcast, co-host Janine Pettit delves into her personal journey and decision to embrace seasonal camping. Despite her initial reservations, Janine reflects on her extensive solo travels and the joy of discovering newfound independence in the great outdoors. However, life transitions, including becoming a grandmother and downsizing her living space, prompted her to reassess her camping routine. With a desire to spend more time with her grandchildren and simpli...
What has Girl Camper been up to since 2020?
April 06, 2024 00:03 - 34.2 MBWe're BACK! It's the Girl Camper Podcast! With a new look, format, topics and so much more. Tune in to Camper in Chief Janine Pettit and Lesa McDermott to hear what Girl Camper has been up to these last few years and how you can be a Girl Camper too. Also available on YouTube! Please like our video and subscribe to the Girl Camper channel so you won't miss any episode. https://youtu.be/U3qiXRkxwXM?si=QQK17f7NTYz1NN6f Be sure to tune in each Tuesday for the next episode.
Episode 180: Tim Heintz – Vintage Trailer Expert and Restorer
March 30, 2021 07:00 - 52 minutes - 18.1 MBWhen I see a vintage camper I am transported back to the camp outs of my youth! They hold so much in the way of charm and nostalgia for me. We did some tent camping and had a home made pop up that we rented from a neighbor each year. When we would walk around the campground I would always want to look inside the little trailers. When I returned to camping in 2006 I bought a 1959 Field and Stream with the birchwood interior. I also joined the group Tin Can Tourists to learn as much as I could ...
Petite Podcast: Lady Bird Johnson RV Park and Honeycomb Campground Reveiws
March 16, 2021 07:00 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBTo listen to this week’s podcast, click on the arrow below. https://girlcamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Girl-Camper-2018-Petite-4.mp3 On this week’s show I am reviewing two of my favorite campgrounds from my recent five week trip […] The post Petite Podcast: Lady Bird Johnson RV Park and Honeycomb Campground Reveiws appeared first on Girl Camper.
Petite Podcast: The Realities of Long Term Travel
March 09, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBTo listen to today’s podcast, click on the arrow. https://girlcamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Girl-Camper-Petite-Podcast-2.mp3 On this weeks show I am answering follower Julie’s question about the realities of long term travel. Julie wrote in: […] The post Petite Podcast: The Realities of Long Term Travel appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 151: The Pop Up Trailer Explored with Mary Ellen Arndorfer
March 02, 2021 08:49 - 1 hour - 34.9 MBWe have spent this year exploring all of the different kinds of RV’s available. Today we are looking at the tried and true Pop Up trailer. That magic box that […] The post Episode 151: The Pop Up Trailer Explored with Mary Ellen Arndorfer appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 40: Reducing the Chances of Trailer Theft
February 09, 2021 06:17 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBOn this weeks show our topic is “reducing the chances of trailer theft.” All too often I see on social media a request to share a picture from a heart broken trailer owner who’s beloved trailer has been stolen . Frequently a trailer owner will come out to their driveway in the morning and find their trailer has been taken. I’m going to discuss some ways which you can help deter these thieves.
Hit the Road RV Summit with Marc and Julie Bennett – Episode 217
June 03, 2020 22:25 - 46 minutes - 18.6 MBI am so happy to tell you that Marc and Julie Bennett from RV Love have put together a virtual summit for those wanting to enter the RV world. This […] The post Hit the Road RV Summit with Marc and Julie Bennett – Episode 217 appeared first on Girl Camper.
10 Tips to Improve Your Camping Photos – Episode 216
May 26, 2020 00:55 - 31 minutes - 14.3 MBHave you ever come home from a trip and scrolled through your phone looking at your photos and been so disappointed in them? Do you think they can never live […] The post 10 Tips to Improve Your Camping Photos – Episode 216 appeared first on Girl Camper.
Trailer Tires 101 with Guest Host, Catherine Goggia – Episode 215
May 19, 2020 02:41 - 19 minutes - 8.87 MBGirl Camper Guide Catherine Goggia is pinch hitting for me for the next two weeks while I am on a little sabbatical. She is taking us through her purchase of new trailer tires and explaining trailer tires (ST) versus regular tires (LT). Catherine is our Northern California Girl Camper Guide. She is an R Pod […] The post Trailer Tires 101 with Guest Host, Catherine Goggia – Episode 215 appeared first on Girl Camper.
Trailer Tires 101 – Episode 215
May 19, 2020 02:41 - 19 minutes - 8.87 MBGirl Camper Guide Catherine Goggia is pinch hitting for me for the next two weeks while I am on a little sabbatical. She is taking us through her purchase of […] The post Trailer Tires 101 – Episode 215 appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 215: Trailer Tires 101
May 19, 2020 02:41 - 19 minutes - 8.87 MBGirl Camper Guide Catherine Goggia is pinch hitting for me for the next two weeks while I am on a little sabbatical. She is taking us through her purchase of new trailer tires and explaining trailer tires (ST) versus regular tires (LT). Catherine is our Northern California Girl Camper Guide. She is an R Pod owner who grew up camping and encourages others to get out there and do things. She is the editor of her own Girl Camper site. You can follow her here. Some of the topics Catherine di...
Meet Catherine Goggia – Northern California Girl Camper Guide – Episode 214
May 12, 2020 16:11 - 32 minutes - 13.2 MBIt’s my great pleasure to introduce the newest member of our Girl Camper family, Northern California Guide, Catherine Goggia. She grew up in a camping family and made great memories […] The post Meet Catherine Goggia – Northern California Girl Camper Guide – Episode 214 appeared first on Girl Camper.
Alan Warren – The RV Show USA’s “Wing-man – Episode 213
May 05, 2020 01:31 - 41 minutes - 16.5 MBHave you been wondering how an outdoor enthusiast with a top rated TV show became the host of the number one RV Show in the country? Have you ever wondered […] The post Alan Warren – The RV Show USA’s “Wing-man – Episode 213 appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 213: Alan Warren – The RV Show USA’s “Wing-man
May 05, 2020 01:31 - 41 minutes - 16.5 MBHave you been wondering how an outdoor enthusiast with a top rated TV show became the host of the number one RV Show in the country? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to own a campground? On this week's podcast, I turn the tables and interview my friend Alan Warren from the RV Show USA. Alan began his career in broadcasting by creating a TV show specializing in hunting and fishing. Three reincarnations later the respected expert was ready for a new challenge. He sold the ranch h...
Episode 212: Taking the Full Time Leap
April 28, 2020 23:28 - 40 minutes - 16.4 MBIf you are one of those who dream the full time RVing dream, - in technicolor, black and white, on the job and off, you will enjoy meeting Sandy Ellingson, Executive Director of RVWA, the Recreation Vehicle Women's Alliance. Sandy Ellingson is the Executive Director of the RV Women's Alliance After achieving empty nest status, Sandy, still working full time, and her retired husband, began researching the possibility of full time RVing. There was so much to consider and to do. What type of...
Taking the Full Time Leap – Episode 212
April 28, 2020 23:28 - 40 minutes - 16.4 MBIf you are one of those who dream the full time RVing dream, – in technicolor, black and white, on the job and off, you will enjoy meeting Sandy Ellingson, […] The post Taking the Full Time Leap – Episode 212 appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 211: Hiking Gear Guide with Mary Kirlin
April 21, 2020 01:00 - 45 minutes - 18.2 MBMary Kirlin, Girl Camper Contributing Editor has posted her new spring Gear Guide with her favorite hiking essentials! Mary lives in Northern California and frequently travels the Pacific Northwest where she hikes and captures beautiful photos. I invited Mary to contribute gear guides to Girl Camper because she is a dedicated researcher, loves finding companies with a conscience, and is aware of the impact that a product leaves on the environment. Head on over to Mary's "More Camper Than Gl...
Hiking Gear Guide with Mary Kirlin – Episode 211
April 21, 2020 01:00 - 45 minutes - 18.2 MBMary Kirlin, Girl Camper Contributing Editor has posted her new spring Gear Guide with her favorite hiking essentials! Mary lives in Northern California and frequently travels the Pacific Northwest where […] The post Hiking Gear Guide with Mary Kirlin – Episode 211 appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 210: 5 RV’s Under 3K Pounds
April 14, 2020 00:41 - 32 minutes - 13 MBIf you want to travel with all the comforts of home but not need a big tow vehicle to do it, this is the podcast for you. In Episode 190 I shared five RV's under 3K pounds that you can stand in. I had to leave quite a few off the list though and this week I am filling in that list with the box trailers that fit that bill. My criteria was that it had to be under 3 K pounds, have a bathroom and be tall enough to stand up in. I decided to concentrate on the box style trailers with a length of ...
5 RV’s Under 3K Pounds – Episode 210
April 14, 2020 00:41 - 32 minutes - 13 MBIf you want to travel with all the comforts of home but not need a big tow vehicle to do it, this is the podcast for you. In Episode 190 […] The post 5 RV’s Under 3K Pounds – Episode 210 appeared first on Girl Camper.
Meet Michelle – DelMarVa Girl Camper Guide – Episode 209
April 07, 2020 16:28 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MBMy guest today is Michelle Graña Almodóvar our DelMarVar Girl Camper Guide. Michelle and I came to know each other through social media when each of us owned a Little […] The post Meet Michelle – DelMarVa Girl Camper Guide – Episode 209 appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 208: Light Duty Trucks with Mike Caudill
March 31, 2020 00:27 - 32 minutes - 14.8 MBHave you wanted to have a truck but not something quite as big as a half ton? Are you wondering what light duty trucks out there will deliver on tow capacity, mileage and comfort? Mike Caudill is an auto expert, owner of Driven360, experienced RVer and my guest today as we go over the top four light duty trucks. You can check out Mike's product reviews at Our Auto Expert! We have already covered the Ford Ranger in its own segment so, today we will be focusing on the Nissan Frontier, Chevy...
Light Duty Trucks with Mike Caudill – Episode 208
March 31, 2020 00:27 - 32 minutes - 14.8 MBHave you wanted to have a truck but not something quite as big as a half ton? Are you wondering what light duty trucks out there will deliver on tow […] The post Light Duty Trucks with Mike Caudill – Episode 208 appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 207: RV Dreamers Journey – Classes by Workamper News
March 19, 2020 22:17 - 45 minutes - 21 MBHave you harbored a dream of buying an RV and taking off for parts unknown? Do you dream of a life where you can make money on the road and live your best life but don’t know how to get started? My guest today is Jody Duquette, Executive Director of Workamper News. She’s sharing their newest program for those wanting to learn about the RV lifestyle. Jody Duquette The Dreamers Journey is a new program offered on line for a monthly fee by Workamper News. It is a way to look realistically at...
RV Dreamers Journey – Classes by Workamper News – Episode 207
March 19, 2020 22:17 - 45 minutes - 21 MBHave you harbored a dream of buying an RV and taking off for parts unknown? Do you dream of a life where you can make money on the road and […] The post RV Dreamers Journey – Classes by Workamper News – Episode 207 appeared first on Girl Camper.
My Worst Camping Trips Ever – Episode 206
March 10, 2020 13:33 - 58 minutes - 33.6 MBWe all have concerns when we head out and the best way to deal with fear is to acknowledge the possibilities and have a plan for if and when they […] The post My Worst Camping Trips Ever – Episode 206 appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 206: My Worst Camping Trips Ever
March 10, 2020 13:33 - 58 minutes - 33.6 MBWe all have concerns when we head out and the best way to deal with fear is to acknowledge the possibilities and have a plan for if and when they happen. That is what we do here at Girl Camper, we educate new RVers and help them understand the principles of what may be happening and ways to counterbalance them. We have done many podcasts on safety from towing to tires to weight distribution hitches to weather tactics. It's never fun having a breakdown on the road but having good insurance ...
Girl Camper Boondocks! – Episode 204
February 26, 2020 01:56 - 40 minutes - 16.3 MBI can honestly say that I like every kind of camping. Resort RV Parks, State and National Parks, backyard camping and now I can add, dispersed camping to that list. […] The post Girl Camper Boondocks! – Episode 204 appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 204: Girl Camper Boondocks!
February 26, 2020 01:56 - 40 minutes - 16.3 MBI can honestly say that I like every kind of camping. Resort RV Parks, State and National Parks, backyard camping and now I can add, dispersed camping to that list. On today's show I am sharing my first experience camping on BLM land with no amenities at all, including roads! Last January I headed to Arizona to see what all the fuss was about. Hint -it's the weather. Mid 70's and sunny everyday and lows in the 40's at night. In my mind, this is PERFECT camping weather. I muddle through the ...
Lance 650 Truck Camper Review – Episode 203
February 18, 2020 19:07 - 53 minutes - 18.2 MBIt was my pleasure to head out into the Arizona desert in January to road test the Lance 650 truck camper. I have been fascinated with the idea of truck […] The post Lance 650 Truck Camper Review – Episode 203 appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 203: Lance 650 Truck Camper Review
February 18, 2020 19:07 - 53 minutes - 18.2 MBIt was my pleasure to head out into the Arizona desert in January to road test the Lance 650 truck camper. I have been fascinated with the idea of truck camping since I was a kid and my grandfather put a cap on his truck, two cots with a cooler between them in the bed and took off for Colorado. The whole idea of traveling around with your home on your back really appeals to a nester like me. A little known secret about me is that I hate being uncomfortable in any way. It seems like a contr...
Lance Manufacturing Offers Award Winning New Ultra Lights
February 04, 2020 08:28 - 38 minutes - 15.4 MBI have just returned from a visit with the good folks at Lance Manufacturing Company in Lancaster, California. I went out there to road test the Lance 650 truck camper. More on that in the coming weeks but, hint, hint... great way to enjoy road life and not tow. My full review of the 650 is coming out in the next two weeks. Lance started in California in 1965. They began as a manufacturer of truck campers producing the number one selling truck camper in the industry. For sixteen years run...
Episode 201: RV Theft Prevention Tips
January 07, 2020 22:29 - 18 minutes - 10.6 MBWe're on sabbatical this week and highlighting some of the top rated podcast episodes with a quick review. You can check out the full episode from this highly rated show right here!! This weeks show is a quick refresher on reducing the possibility of RV theft. While I am on sabbatical from the podcast I will be out in the Southwest checking out the happenings at Quartzsite while road testing the Lance 650 truck camper. Our friends at Lance are known for their high quality truck trailers a...
RV Theft Prevention Tips
January 07, 2020 17:29 - 18 minutes - 10.6 MBWe’re on sabbatical this week and highlighting some of the top rated podcast episodes with a quick review. You can check out the full episode from this highly rated show […] The post RV Theft Prevention Tips appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 200: Girl Camper and 99 Walks
January 01, 2020 19:17 - 51 minutes - 23.5 MBToday we are celebrating our 200th podcast episode and I can't think of a better way to celebrate that than to welcome Girl Boss, Joyce Shulman to the show. Joyce is an attorney, the founder of multiple businesses including Macaroni Kid and 99 Walks, a recent Ted Talk alumna and a constant advocate for women. I came to know Joyce through our mutual friends at Go RVing. Joyce gave RVing a try and wrote about it on her Macaroni Kid site. She discovered what so many of us already know, that RV...
Girl Camper and 99 Walks
January 01, 2020 14:17 - 51 minutes - 23.5 MBToday we are celebrating our 200th podcast episode and I can’t think of a better way to celebrate that than to welcome Girl Boss, Joyce Shulman to the show. Joyce […] The post Girl Camper and 99 Walks appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 198: My Favorite Things From 2019
December 17, 2019 09:02 - 31 minutes - 14.2 MBEach year I get lots of products sent to me to test and I also buy lots of things that I see and want to test out. This is a list of some of my favorite products from last year. First let's start with a few simple things from Camco that make great stocking stuffers. A great stocking stuffer! Camco's hitch ball cover will keep your hitch from rusting and maybe, just maybe, mitigate the pain just a bit if you walk into it!! Camco makes the cutest night lights and this little vintage style...