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Episode 191: Frequently Asked RV Questions Part 3
October 22, 2019 06:01 - 40 minutes - 16.2 MBHave you ever been told not to park your RV on the grass when storing it for winter? Have you wondered what calamity would befall it if you disregarded this advice? Have you wondered if that advice was the Gospel truth or an old wives tale? Well, on today's podcast I am answering Frequently Asked Questions sent in by the Girl Campers. Which comes first, choosing your camper or tow vehicle? Sent in by Vicki Tripplet. This is such a great question. You will need to ask yourself a few ques...
Episode 190: Five RV’s under 3K Pounds That You Can Stand In
October 15, 2019 12:26 - 30 minutes - 14.2 MBI am just back from the big Open House in Elkhart, Indiana where the RV manufacturers were displaying their new products and updated older ones. There are some new RV’s out there for the lightweight set and some older ones that deserve a second look. My criteria for this list was that they unit weigh less than 3K pounds and that the user be able to stand up in it. I am often asked, "What can I tow with my (insert midsize SUV or Crossover with a tow package around 5K pounds here)? The Chevy...
Episode 189: Our Factory to Fabulous Charity R Pod
October 08, 2019 10:27 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MBWe just kicked off the second annual Girl Camper Charity RV Raffle benefiting HoldYou Foundation! The grand prize R-pod winner will be chosen February 14, 2020 with 9 other prizes […] The post Episode 189: Our Factory to Fabulous Charity R Pod appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 188: Design Trends in the RV Industry
October 01, 2019 05:30 - 37 minutes - 21.6 MBAre you part of the crowd that goes to RV Shows and comes away thinking that the designers of these units are enamored with brown and grey? Do you wonder if Elkhart, Indiana is actually the set of a 1950’s TV show and it’s all in black and white? Well, I’m here to tell you that the times they are a changing, even if it is slowly. I have just returned from the annual Manufacturers Open House in Elkhart, Indiana. This is the big kick off to the RV Show season and where all of the manufacturers ...
Episode 187: What’s in Kate Dunbar’s RV Pantry?
September 24, 2019 12:05 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MBOn this week’s show Girl Camper Food Editor, Kate Dunbar takes us through her RV pantry. As someone whose spice cabinet consists of salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika I […] The post Episode 187: What’s in Kate Dunbar’s RV Pantry? appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 186: Kate Dunbar’s Girl Camper No Knead Overnight Bread
September 17, 2019 03:08 - 27 minutes - 15.8 MBOn this weeks show Kate Dunbar walks us through her 4 ingredient Dutch Oven bread. You will feel like a Parisian baker when you pull this from the pot. I’ve […] The post Episode 186: Kate Dunbar’s Girl Camper No Knead Overnight Bread appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 185: Kate Dunbar’s Campground Apple and Pear Crisp
September 10, 2019 02:03 - 18 minutes - 10.4 MBOn this week’s show, friend of the podcast, Kate Dunbar is sharing her campground Apple and Pear Crisp recipe. What a great way to take advantage of summers bounty. Kate […] The post Episode 185: Kate Dunbar’s Campground Apple and Pear Crisp appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 184: Kate Dunbar – the Campground Gourmet – Fajita Chicken and Rice
September 03, 2019 02:08 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MBKate Dunbar is in the house today and she is sharing her Girl Camper Chicken Fajita recipe. Food seems to taste better at the campground and Kate, founder of The […] The post Episode 184: Kate Dunbar – the Campground Gourmet – Fajita Chicken and Rice appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 183: Ford Expedition Review plus Pros and Cons of SUV versus Truck
August 27, 2019 06:05 - 50 minutes - 23.2 MBFun with Ford! I recently had the opportunity to test drive the Ford Expedition for a week. I have been considering switching from my F150 truck to an SUV so I put the question out there to Girl Campers - do you prefer an SUV to a truck and, if so, why? There were those who would only drive a truck and others that only want an SUV. Here are some of the pros and cons from our Girl Camper Poll. PRO TRUCK The bed of the truck is a great place to dump dirty stuff you don't want in your SUV...
Episode 182: Marlene Caraballo and Multi Generation Camp Outs
August 20, 2019 00:57 - 37 minutes - 21.2 MBMy guest today is Marlene Caraballo. She's a wife of 30 years, mom to three almost grown sons, an avid blogger at Cheers 2 Chapter 2 and a long time RVer who is now looking Chapter Two straight in the eye and, guess what, it’s looking good for this almost empty nester. I invited Marlene on the show today to talk about her annual RV vacation to Myrtle Beach and how what started out as a cheap way to travel, has turned into something that is keeping her family ties tight. Marlene was not born...
Episode 181: Camp Addict Co Founders Talk Full Timing
August 14, 2019 00:00 - 39 minutes - 13.6 MBOn this week's show I interview friends, travel companions and business partners Kelly Beasley and Marshall Wendler. Their paths crossing turned into a grand blessing for the RV world. Kelly is full of chutzpah and courage and made her dream of full time RVing a reality. Once in that world she met a "technical nerd" named Marshall Wendler. Marshall possessed all the qualities us non techies love in techno nerds, starting with a passion for research and an ability to simplify things that seem ...
Episode 179: RV Safety Classes with Walter Cannon
July 30, 2019 06:03 - 40 minutes - 22.9 MBWalter Cannon has dedicated his career to RV Saftey. He was a founding member of the RV Safety and Education Foundation, an organization created to increase awareness of RV saftey issues and create educational materials for that purpose. Over the years the Foundation has grown to be a comprehensive source for all things related to RV safety. I first met Walter when he and I were both speaking at the same RV show. I was fairly new to RVing and towing a little trailer with a big tow vehicle. T...
Episode 178: Tips for Being a Happy Camper
July 23, 2019 06:33 - 37 minutes - 21.7 MBDoes the prospect of a camping trip sometimes become stressful? Are you tempted to just settle for an evening around your neighbors fire pit? You are not alone. Today I am giving you a set of tips that I have honed over the years that make camping trips, whether just a weekend or weeks away at a time, way easier to manage. The difference between a happy camper and an unhappy one often comes down to planning. Having a plan and working that plan can often make a trip Plan Ahead Plan Your Cam...
Episode 177: Frequently Asked Questions – Part Two
July 16, 2019 06:14 - 44 minutes - 25.7 MBI had a lot of fun last week answering listeners questions and this week I am wrapping up this installment of FAQ's. There's a lot of information out there and plenty of trusted resources. When I am unsure of something I pull in an expert which is why you will see links here to past podcasts with those "in the know." Part Two - FAQ’s Submitted by: Ginny McKinney Can you be a Girl Camper if you have never camped before? I can’t say yes to this in enough ways! I am so glad to have the oppor...
Episode 176: Girl Camper FAQ’s answered by Janine
July 09, 2019 05:50 - 37 minutes - 21.7 MBOn this week's podcast I am answering listeners questions! I think it is so important to remember that for many, this camping thing is all brand new and we definitely want to be the site that says, "There's no such thing as a dumb question" so, here we go! Submitted by: Michelle Cole Travel Trailer vs motor home with toad behind - Which would have better gas mileage? Answer: This is so much a matter of personal preferences. In 2018 I did a podcast episode on the many different types of RV's...
Episode 175: Water Sports 101 with Mary Ellen Arndorfer
July 02, 2019 06:35 - 52 minutes - 30 MBOn this week's show returning guest Mary Ellen Arndorfer returns to gives us the 411 on how to start enjoying water sports. Kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding and surfing are great ways to play in the water and get outdoors. I grew up in the midwest and spent time at our cousins summer home on Lake Geneva, Wisconsin where we all learned to water ski. It was so much fun. I was pretty much off the water until one of the Girl Campers brought her kayak on a trip. We all took a turn around the l...
Episode 174: Mid Size SUV’s with a Tow Capacity of 5K or More
June 25, 2019 06:45 - 42 minutes - 24.1 MBMy guest this week is award winning radio and TV host Alan Taylor. Alan is a 30 + year veteran broadcaster and auto expert. He also hosts the popular Entrepreneur Weekly Podcast for Entrepreneur Magazine. He has worked with Motor Trend, Car and Driver, Inc. Magazine and Popular Science. He is a regular contributor to ABC's "LIVE with Kelly & Ryan" as well as guest appearances on CBS, CNN, Fox News, NBC and the SPEED channel. I asked Alan to come on the show to talk about midsize SUV's and li...
Episode 173: First Annual Camp-In Camper College
June 18, 2019 04:16 - 36 minutes - 16.8 MBOn this week’s show I am excited to announce our first annual Camp-In Camper College. I developed Camper College when I first founded Girl Camper in 2014. I wanted to […] The post Episode 173: First Annual Camp-In Camper College appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 172: Learning to Camp with the Hip Homeschool Moms
June 11, 2019 05:52 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBDid you know that a campground is a great place for non RV owners to learn about camping? Did you know that they are also a great place to host an event? Hip Homeschool Moms, Trish Corlew and Wendy Hilton recently took their followers on one of their Homeschool Road Trips to explore the World's Longest Cave System at Mammoth Cave in Kentucky. Rather than the usual hotel arrangement they've used in the past for their HEART (Homeschool Enrichment Adventure Road Trips) trips, they chose Yogi Bea...
Episode 171: Downsizing to RV Full Time
June 04, 2019 07:09 - 45 minutes - 20.8 MBOn this weeks show I welcome returning guest, Sandy Newkirk. I first interviewed Sandy way back in Episode 12 of the podcast. Sandy and I met when she happened by my house on her way to a garage sale and saw me in my driveway working on my vintage camper. She pulled up and asked if it was for sale. I explained that I was a "Girl Camper" and used it to camp with other like minded women. She felt immediately that she was mysteriously led down my street to hear those words. I invited her over an...
Episode 170: Setting Your RV Up at the Campsite
May 28, 2019 05:55 - 21 minutes - 9.91 MBHave you wondered if there's a pecking order to setting up the RV once you arrive at the campground? Well, there is! Today I am going over the steps to help you make sure you don't make a costly mistake but, before we cover that I want to chat for a minute about the whole backing in thing! If you've been at this for a while, please think back to your beginner days and remember the fear that once struck your heart at the mere thought of backing a trailer or motor home into a site. Bear with us...
Episode 169: Building the Best Campfire
May 21, 2019 07:56 - 25 minutes - 11.6 MBDo you love the roar and crackle of a good campfire? Are you mesmerized by the flickering lights, glowing embers and radiating warmth? I've got some tips on building the perfect campfire! Ingredients Tinder or fire starters Kindling Dry hardwoods Rake Ring Fan or bellows Fireplace gloves or tongs Lighter Start by preparing your ring or stone circle. Remove old debris and rake around the outside of your ring to make sure that any combustible materials are away from the ring...
Episode 168: RV Wet Bath Hacks
May 14, 2019 06:15 - 15 minutes - 7.03 MBHave you found the perfect trailer but are afraid to pull the trigger because it has a wet bath? Are you imagining sloppy pools of water on everything and mold incubating on the walls? Think again. RV's with wet baths can keep a trailers weight down significantly and give you added floor space where you really want it. Here are a few of the tips I've employed in my RV wet bath. Keeping Towels Dry Put towels up high by creating a shelf out of spring rods. You can create a shelf with two ...
Episode 167: RV Kitchen Hacks
May 07, 2019 17:58 - 23 minutes - 10.7 MBMy Favorite RV Kitchen Hacks I want my RV kitchen to do everything my home kitchen does and I am always scouring for RV kitchen tips because it has to do all of that in 10% of the space. Here are a few of my favorites!! Magnetic Knife Holder - Chef style magnetic knife holders have so many uses in a camper. In the kitchen they can be used to store knives obviously but also to hang other things from. I love the idea of old soup cans on the kitchen magnet holding the potato peeler, wooden spo...
Episode 166: Towing Safety 101
April 30, 2019 16:41 - 32 minutes - 14.9 MBOn this weeks show I am walking you through the basics of matching your tow vehicle to your RV. I am breaking down and defining the terms associated with towing safety. I'm also laying out the formula used to determine what size RV can be safely towed by what sized tow vehicle. Some terms we hear discussed at RV dealerships and on social media groups dedicated to RVing are below. It's a good idea for those new to towing to familiarize themselves with these terms. GVWR - Gross Vehicle Weight...
Episode 165: Girl Camper Favorite Kitchen Items
April 23, 2019 07:07 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBOn today's show I am sharing the results of my online survey asking Girl Campers for their favorite things they won't camp without. There were so many things that I decided to just start with their favorite kitchen things. Whether you Camp Like a Girl with all the comforts of home or go with a simpler style you will probably find something here that you want to take with you. Ice Maker - An indulgence for sure but one that I have learned to love. It's great having ice on demand and not worry...
Episode 164: Spring Gear Guide
April 16, 2019 05:34 - 43 minutes - 20.2 MBOn this week's show I am highlighting some of my favorite new gear. It's time to clean out the camper and find a spot for all the new gear, gizmos and gadgets. Out of the Box Camping is a quarterly subscription box delivered to your door for campers, glampers and RV enthusiasts. If you buy the annual subscription you can get your box with shipping included for $46.25. I think this is a great gift to give yourself or a camping buddy. I love surprises and with this box you not only get a great...
Episode 163: Spring RV Projects with Mark Polk
April 09, 2019 06:07 - 50 minutes - 23.4 MBAre you ready to shake off winter and get that camper ready to roll? Mark Polk is here today to talk about projects you can do yourself to get the camper ready for this season's camping adventures. Mark is the founder of RV Education 101 and an industry expert on safety, maintenance and RV repairs. There are a lot of RV maintenance projects you can do and Mark provides great tutorials and videos to encourage and instruct us. I asked Mark about five things that I normally do myself and he gav...
Episode 162: Renting an RV for a Fly and Drive Vacation
April 02, 2019 06:49 - 1 hour - 28.6 MBOn this weeks show I am sharing all the details of our Fly and Drive vacation to parts warm! We left cold and snowy New Jersey with temps in the 30's and flew to warm and sunny LA. Once there we picked up a Class C Motorhome that we rented from El Monte RV in Van Nuys, California. We were in deep need of sun but also in need of a camping fix. Our trailer had been parked in the driveway for over four months and it would be at least another six weeks before it would be safe to de-winterize it. ...
Episode 161: Boondockers Welcome founder Marianne Edwards
March 26, 2019 01:38 - 55 minutes - 25.6 MBWould you like to camp more and pay less? Would you like to meet fellow RVers and get their tips on the best places to eat, tour and get services […] The post Episode 161: Boondockers Welcome founder Marianne Edwards appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 160: Cast Iron Cooking 101 with Kate Dunbar
March 19, 2019 01:34 - 52 minutes - 23.9 MBI first experienced cast iron food on a Girl Camping trip in Tennessee many years ago with some serious cast iron mavens. Not only was the food delicious but I […] The post Episode 160: Cast Iron Cooking 101 with Kate Dunbar appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 159: The New Ford Ranger – Mid Size Truck
March 12, 2019 08:03 - 50 minutes - 23.3 MBMost people think of the Ford Ranger as that old, small, white truck that service industries used for a fleet vehicle. The cable guys truck. The pest control guy. Your local plumber. The Ranger was everywhere you looked from it's debut in 1987 until production stopped in 2011. The truck was small, practical and inexpensive. Ford has brought back the Ranger and it is NOT your light duty, clean up the back yard, truck anymore. This mid size truck has a EPA estimated MPG of 21/26 city and highw...
Episode 158: Road Trip Mojo Music – Festivals Explored
March 08, 2019 02:25 - 44 minutes - 20.6 MBOn this week's show I am chatting with friends and co founders of the Road Trip Mojo site about the music festival scene and Rving. These two things go hand in hand and Jeff Zbar and Barry Bluth have a love for both. They've combined that love to create a website that helps fellow music and Rving aficionados find the festivals, navigate the best ways to get there and introduce us to those in the know. I first met Barry and Jeff at the Florida RV Show two years ago. They are both from Florida...
Making the Decision to Full Time RV with Leslie Abbott
February 26, 2019 16:12 - 55 minutes - 25.4 MBHave you ever dreamed a really big dream? A dream that wouldn't make sense to most people? Have you ever thought of just chucking it? Quitting your job, selling your house, retiring early and hitting the road for a year or two? Leslie Abbott of southern California did and within one year of dreaming the dream, she made it happen. She retired early, sold her house and bought a Class C motor home and set out to see the country and connect with old friends. Leslie’s Minnie Winnie and her tow ...
Episode 156: Analysis Paralysis – Choosing the Right RV Now!
February 19, 2019 09:50 - 38 minutes - 15.9 MBAre you stuck in analysis paralysis? Have you seen so many RV's that you can no longer remember which one had the Murphy bed and which was the bunkhouse? There comes a time when you have to take all the spreadsheets, pros and cons and checklists and just PICK ONE before you miss out on another season of camping!! Here's one more checklist to help you choose the right RV for you. . Tips for Choosing an RV Determine if you are going with a towable or a motor home. They each have their pros...
Episode 155: Keeping Camping Resolutions
February 15, 2019 20:55 - 37 minutes - 30 MBOn this weeks show we are talking about keeping those camping resolutions. I polled the Girl Campers on line to see if they had made any Camping Resolutions for the New Year. They sure did and here are the top six and a few tips for helping to keep them. So many people said that camping more often was a goal for 2019. Sitting around a campfire with friends, new and old, is always at the top of my list of favorite things to do. #6 - So many people want to attend more music festivals. That's ...
Episode 155 – Keeping Camping Resolutions
February 15, 2019 15:55 - 37 minutes - 30 MBOn this weeks show we are talking about keeping those camping resolutions. I polled the Girl Campers on line to see if they had made any Camping Resolutions for the […] The post Episode 155 – Keeping Camping Resolutions appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 155D: Transforming with Bob Thompson: Dealing with Setbacks
January 22, 2019 08:57 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBMaking a New Year’s resolution can be a little like setting a date to have lunch with a friend that always cancels. Sometimes we don’t really believe we are going to have to make good on it. In our series ‘Transforming in 2019’ we are taking a serious look at the things that keep us from doing the things we want to do. In week one we talked about The Mind Game. How to get in the right frame of mind for success? In week two our conversation focused on Dealing With Stumbling Blocks. What a...
Transforming with Bob Thompson: Dealing with Setbacks
January 22, 2019 03:57 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBMaking a New Year’s resolution can be a little like setting a date to have lunch with a friend that always cancels. Sometimes we don’t really believe we are going […] The post Transforming with Bob Thompson: Dealing with Setbacks appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 155C: Transforming with Bob Thompson – Creating an Action Plan
January 15, 2019 07:40 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBAccording to Bob Thompson, transformation expert and founder of Legion Transformation Centers, in order to accomplish anything you need a strategic plan, You also have to do things that make you uncomfortable. You have to be willing to be radical. On today's show we continue our series on transforming. In week one we talked about The Mind Game and how to create a belief in yourself. On week two's show it was all about the stumbling blocks and how we have to create an environment for success....
Transforming with Bob Thompson – Creating an Action Plan
January 15, 2019 02:40 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBAccording to Bob Thompson, transformation expert and founder of Legion Transformation Centers, in order to accomplish anything you need a strategic plan, You also have to do things that make […] The post Transforming with Bob Thompson – Creating an Action Plan appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 155B: Transforming with Bob Thompson: Dealing with Stumbling Blocks
January 08, 2019 07:51 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBChange is hard! Eighty percent of those that make a New Years resolution have dropped it before February first. If we are going to get serious about change we need more than a desire to change or a frustration with our current state of affairs. We need a plan and that's what we are doing for our Mini Episodes in January. We're breaking down the trip hazards of change and this week we are chatting with transformation expert, Bob Thompson about how to deal with the stumbling blocks that are ine...
Transforming with Bob Thompson: Dealing with Stumbling Blocks
January 08, 2019 02:51 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBChange is hard! Eighty percent of those that make a New Years resolution have dropped it before February first. If we are going to get serious about change we need […] The post Transforming with Bob Thompson: Dealing with Stumbling Blocks appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 155A: Transforming with Bob Thompson – The Mind Game
January 01, 2019 08:48 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBOn today’s show I’m starting a five part series on transforming. I know lots of us have made New Year’s resolutions and set goals for what we want to accomplish in the coming year. It has been several years since I set a New Year’s resolution. I stopped doing it because I never finish them. Statistics show that 80% of people abandon their goal by February. Only 8% accomplish their resolution. I decided to look into the psychology of why we don’t accomplish the goals we set and look for ways...
Transforming with Bob Thompson – The Mind Game
January 01, 2019 03:48 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBOn today’s show I’m starting a five part series on transforming. I know lots of us have made New Year’s resolutions and set goals for what we want to accomplish […] The post Transforming with Bob Thompson – The Mind Game appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 154: Closing out 2018 and a Forward Glance at 2019
December 25, 2018 03:20 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBOn today’s show I review a few highlights and low lights from my 2018 travels. I logged over 15.5K miles and spent 98 nights in my trailer. I set out […] The post Episode 154: Closing out 2018 and a Forward Glance at 2019 appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 153: Wonderful Women In Waxahachie 3
December 18, 2018 14:18 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBIt’s finally here!! All the details on our third annual Wonderful Women In Waxahachie event!! April 25-28, 2019. Registration is now open! To listen to the podcast with ALL the […] The post Episode 153: Wonderful Women In Waxahachie 3 appeared first on Girl Camper.
Mini Max Trailer Raffle !!!
November 27, 2018 14:10 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBMy summer of fun with my Mini Max by Little Guy Trailers has come to an end and the good folks at Liberty are donating her to charity!! BUY TICKETS […] The post Mini Max Trailer Raffle !!! appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 149: Tips for Buying a Class A with Jo Lynn Black
November 20, 2018 03:35 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBThe Girl Camper dream comes in different sizes and for Jo Lynn Black, Texas retiree and quilting enthusiast it was as big as her home state! When she first dreamed […] The post Episode 149: Tips for Buying a Class A with Jo Lynn Black appeared first on Girl Camper.
Episode 148: Kate Dunbar – Campground Gourmet Cookbook Debut
November 13, 2018 04:05 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBI am happy to welcome Kate Dunbar to the podcast today. She’s a former restaurateur, the genius behind Kate’s Curios Kitchen blog, Campground of the Week Podcast correspondent and hostess […] The post Episode 148: Kate Dunbar – Campground Gourmet Cookbook Debut appeared first on Girl Camper.