I’m a woman and camp with my daughter. I avoid buying pink and purple camping items and I always make sure to have two adult chairs out along with the smaller camp chair my daughter uses.

One tip I was given when boondocking is make certain your rig is pointed in the direction of escape as you don’t want to be messing around trying to turn everything around.

A great sign is one that says "There is nothing here worth dying for"

I travel in a small van; instead of a dog crate, I just hang a leash with a large studded collar outside and a couple of large dog dishes are outside my door. Both store under my driver's seat out of the way. I also have a DVD of a barking, growling dog with a man's voice asking the dog what's out there (I'm a solo woman). I secure a webbing strap to both by front doors, tying them together at night, same for the side opening door, with a bell hung from the strap so if someone is trying to pry open my doors they are restrained and I am alerted in time to grab my wasp spray---or the 16 gauge :) I do have a decal of a large dog, also hunter related decals and I got two sets of beach sandals/camp shoes that I not only set out side with a chair and a couple of stools, a couple of cups I put on the larger pair over my shoes and walk around the camp leaving the larger tracks. I have never had any problem in many years of travel

I just found your site and subscribed. I am a 79 year widow who converted my minivan into a camper for one. I have camped in New England and the Eastern U. S., almost completely in National and State Forests. I have had many great experiences. I do subscribe to the theory that if it doesn't feel right, leave!! The only time I didn't listen to my gut my vehicle was broken into while I was out hiking, so I learned my lesson! Will be following your site. Thanks.

Anonymity is the best security. If you’re on social media or keep a blog/vlog give yourself a 2-3 day delay on posts so your public audience doesn’t have any idea where you’re at. You can always stay up to date with trusted family and friends via text or email. Keep personal data off your social media including your friend’s list so you don’t have a stranger approach you with a “common friend” ice breaker. Trust your gut ALWAYS! Don’t engage in conversation with folks who may be intoxicated or impaired. Don’t feel like you’re going to offend someone if you pack up and leave. Your safety is far more important than unintentionally offending someone.

Excellent tips! Camping alone is peaceful but also a tad nerve racking at the same time. Luckily I have a dog, a gun, and I’m 6’5” 280 so I don’t get intimidated easily. But I always get a little anxious when I hear a vehicle approaching my camp, especially at night.

Used to do wilderness tent camping by myself. Before I started I found a personal alarm. It was on a lanyard and had a hook at the bottom. I could tie the lanyard to my tent zipper and hook it on the bottom. If anyone tried to unzip my tent the alarm would be pulled and set off. Not sure what the decible level was, but it was painful and blood curtailing. If I was staying at a camp ground, I'd always do a quick demonstration with the camp host. That way they'd know what it was and who. I'd also wear it on hikes. Animal deterrent. Arizona where I did most of my hiking and camping solo wilderness is open carry. So wearing a firearm in a holster was a major deterrent to animals of the human variety. Happy camping. Stay safe out there.

The one no one seems to suggest (as far as I've seen) is a MAG light. That strong beam in your eyes and that metal up side the head will work!

I carry two additional things: a high power flashlight that can temporarily blind someone, and a stun gun that will let you have a little fun with the guy you just blinded.

I have a thermal sight which I use to scan the area before going inside for the night and again before bed. Kind of spendy but so worth it. And I have a AMD-65 with a backpack full of mags.

Thanks for all the tips. Keep them coming! This channel has been such a blessing for us. We have learned so much from everyone.

Great advice! My wife and I are elderly and although we are avid campers, we will be heading out on a couple of journeys in the next two years utilizing some boon docking sites and are a little nervous. You have given us some fantastic tips on staying safe that are greatly appreciated. Have wonderful journeys, we're Jealous that you get to do this at such a young age!! Hopefully we cross paths! Good luck! Travel safe! and we hope Peace finds it's way to you!

Nice job ! On my “to do” list is adding an inside the camper ‘panic button’ to activate a loud bullhorn under the camper , & a strobe lite on top. Equally effective for inquisitive bears & nosy bad guys at 3am. Consider how best to use your tow vehicle dash & rear view cams to get a nice video of perps. But DO enjoy the sights & sounds (or lack of) that nature provides... love them waterfalls !

Thank you! I'm planning to start Rving for the first time now that both of my parents recently passed and no longer have the role of being their caregiver. I plan to travel alone with my dogs.

I have tent camped for thirty plus years...the gut feeling is your best. In all of those years, we had a gun continue to blast 2-3 times on camp road in a state park ( we stayed still...never revisited that park again!) and suspicious activity ( drug dealing) at spot nearby while primitive camping. We took down in middle of night when storm.moved in... afraid to leave before, of course...) I have experienced two other campgrounds where we had to reside and it was an unrestful night...but we escaped. These all make good stories now! Please don't be afraid to camp, those of you hesitant. We have found it's the drive thru folks that are most likely to be wary of...not a fellow camper. Just my two cents. Thank you for the video. Haven't boondocked yet but will eventually.

I travel in my RV with two large German Shepherd dogs. They are a great deterrent to predators, but they do limit some of your activities. You can't leave them alone in the vehicle for very long, and in fact, it is illegal to do so in a lot of places. In summer, it can get dangerously hot in a vehicle if your ac fails. The dogs require a lot of your time to take care of their needs. So it's hard to go to a museum, a restaurant, or any other activity that takes a long time. Those are generally out on my trips. Of course, if you are boondocking, you are probably not doing a lot of those kinds of things. If you are just hanging out in the woods, hiking, fishing, or just chilling while enjoying the scenery, dogs are a great thing to have along. If an area bans my self defense pepper spray, and/or my firearm, I don't go there. There's a unlimited number of beautiful places to see that don't do so, so I will just go there instead. You have some great tips, though. Very common sense, but lots of people don't think about security enough.

I never thought of useing the panic button on my key, great idea!! Thx!

Great advice! Well done. I especially liked the part at the end where you said if you don’t feel comfortable or if you feel uneasy listen to your gut and find another place. There was a large ‘X’made out of sticks right behind you in that shot. This could indicate a “territory” or “turf” marker. If you feel like you’re being watched accompanied by an uneasy feeling this could indicate presence of a predatory animal. We have instincts for a reason. Thanks for the advice.

Here's another tip … if you DO answer the 3:00 am knock at the door, put on a balaclava, open the door and say "this one's mine!!!!" And, close the door again.

I have the Garmin inReach which has been a life-saver when I've camped in areas without cell service.

@3:19 You speak of SAFETY tips, then pull in forward. Try backing in to park. Quicker loading/unloading. Quicker leaving.

I have traveled alone several times when my sister couldn't go with me. I find that praying & knowing when God tells you where not to park is very helpful. He's also protected me in situations that I couldn't prevent. If you're paying close attention, He will also show you who you can & cannot trust! God bless you & thanks for the good advice.

No. 19 take two buddy s with you Smith and Wesson

You have some good ideas. As for setting out an additional pair of shoes, I suggest using some good-sized cast-offs from a friend. You want the shoes to appear well-used, not new and shiny. It will give the impression you're going for, and dissuade shoe thieves from stealing them. Also consider taking along at least one "tactical-grade" flashlight (per person), preferably with a variable spot/flood focus and strobe effect.

When solo camping, In addition to the extra set of shoes, I have also put up a small dome tent to make it appear there is more of a group of people camping.

Along with my two babies who are now 17 and 19, your babies are honestly the cutest, sweetest and smartest little people. My favorite thing watching your videos is seeing them and May (Other than the well made, packed with usable, accurate information). You have a lovely family. It makes my heart happy to see that.

I carry a firearm while camping. I suggest that anyone that decides to do the same make sure you receive some training first on how to properly use that firearm. Also, make sure you get night sights on your firearm or it is almost worthless at night. I have a mag light, taser, and bear spray as well. You cover many great ideas in the video. As an active duty police officer, I feel like you covered this topic very well. Thank you.

That's why I got a Class C, so I could leave without having to exit my home.

Tip: Solar powered motion detector light set in a perimeter around the site. Set the sensitivity so it does not pick up squirrels but bigger things ... and don't forget them when you pack up and go!

These are all great tips. Thanks! I would add to let others you trust know your plans and/or your location. When I trail run solo, for example, I always send my husband my location. If you’re out of range, at least give someone your general itinerary.

This is the first of your vlogs that I have seen. I really enjoy the way you communicate with us thru the camera. You don't stand right in front all the time, in 1 spot.....You move around, you change locations and include your family without making their appearances be distracting to what you are saying... I really appreciate your finess and your technique...I am going to subscribe to your channel.....I know this is an older vlog, I just hope that you get a chance to review my comments....

Excellent video, great ideas, concise and to the point! When I first started thinking about what kind of RV I wanted I first started with the possibility of a pop-up trailer. It has the advantage of garage storage. But stealth was important to me and I was told it would take too long to set up and was too obvious (letting others know I was camping, important in a Walmart type situation). So I then thought about a regular trailer but I realized people would see me going from the car to the trailer and know how many people there were, and what I was doing. Then the van idea came to me, and it was the better choice for me because of what you said, you can go from driver’s seat to the RV without exiting the vehicle. No one can really know what is going on and how many people there are. I removed all the stripes and decals to make it more stealth, it is perfect for my usage.

Well thought out video, great info. Thank you for sharing.

I always travel armed. A nice folding 410 in the back pack! And 12 gauge in the camper, your Chauffeur, J Bruce, Hollywood North 🇨🇦

Tacolayo ..I never thought of this before....but my Mother and her Mother told me of this many many years ago....very good deterant on humans(not BEARS) wasp spray is tops all my sister's traveled w/spray close by while driving before carry concealed permits..it really works.thanks for the groovyburni g too....Lol

Great tips, thanks! I would add an airhorn also. Keeping animals/intruder a safe distance and letting other aware of the danger nearby

From what we are reading online and on this forum , we see a need for a safe quiet place to stay overnight or even a couple of days while visiting an area . Anyway we have 16 acres in Upstate South Carolina that has woods and pasture available for Boondockers passing through our area. We have no idea how to set up travelers knowing there's a safe place while passing through. Thinking we would need Boondockers to call not only to see if there is still space for them but also for combination lock on our gate. We'd also ask then to give us their license plate number (just to protect us in case someone isn't honest). It's free but we are going to ask that everyone leave a donation for the use of the land. We wont be charging just only asking that our guest donate something to help us keep up the land (We plan to installing a drop box with envelopes in hopes that all our guest will help us in some way). One day we hope to be able to offer water and power and even that will be offered in hopes of donations and gifts to help offset our expense. For now if someone must have power or water, we can come offer it on a limited bases in cases of emergencies , like with generator problems or what have you. Mainly we have our pasture empty and wont be using for a few more years. And even when cows are on on the land, we only raise 2 each time, still leaving so many places to park on the pasture not being grazed. The land is very nice and no dung remains in the pasture. It's all composted. So anyway if anyone has ideas on how to go about this please let us know. We won't be offer this on craigs list or the like. We only want to offer it on good RV community forums. We want to keep our soon to be fellow Campers, RVers and even tent dwellers safe, where they can get a good nights sleep without worry but we also want our property respected. So however we do this we will need plate numbers , so we know who is who and if anyone disrespects us or our property , we will be able to leave feedback on forums. Please let us know what you think and give us any advice. Thank you, Wirly I received a message to go to boondockers welcome. The problem I see with that web site and others like it is that they are all paid sites. We wanted to help those who don't subscribe to these clubs and sites just so they can find a safe place to park. Not to mention we want to offer our property free with the hopes that each of our guests would offer something to help offset our costs. I don't think the paid boondocker sites allow that from their registered hosts. For us a kindness should be blessed with like kindness. Nothing in life is free but if we all work together , life can be grand. So naw boondockers welcome is not for us as hosts. We want to bless others with a safe place to stay and hopefully they leave behind a little something to help with our costs. We have to mow, weed it all , maintain fences and pay taxes each year and so if we offer our property as a safe harbor we would hope each guest understands that and helps us in someway. Maybe they help my husband stack lumber , or trim the fence line or leave a donation in the drop box but all in all we help them and they return the favor. Everyone is blessed that way. A leach never feels good after draining someone, it just feels stuffed and goes on always searching for another free ride. We don't care for leaches , we are looking for real people with real dreams in a real world. And so how we go about offering our land to like minded people is still a mystery but hopefully word of mouth will work just as it has for hundreds of years. And if our property never sees a camper, RV or tent, all is well, it will see a couple of cows again and those cows will use the land and then pay it forward with a full freezer. ahaha So anyway if someone has ideas how to get the word out throw them our way or hey just pass along the info and soon word of mouth will do it's thing.

As a tent camper I have a self defense box that I keep in my tent. I have recently added a pair of good quality fabric shears with pointed tip. I thought if for some reason, and there can be a number of reasons, that I needed to cut my way out of my tent, then I have the tool. Little did I know that I used the shears right out of the gates. Our adult son became ill and I went to check up on him in the middle of the night in my children's separate tent. I went to unzip our tent and the zipper was totally jammed closed in the extra fabric that covers the tent zipper (for rain protection). It had been catching a number of times before but this time wouldn't budge. We tried and tried but it would not move. I got out the fabric shears and cut off some of the extra fabric around the jam. Then my husband pulled super hard and it unjammed. We opened it up and I cut off the rest of the rain shield. If it were an emergency situation and we couldn't leave our tent...I learned to listen to my instincts for protection and think out of the box.

Thanks for the info. I am a solo female and I am commenting on the part where you talked about solo females who might feel a bit apprehensive about having to come out of their trailer to the car in case of an emergency. I have a SUV and I am going to have the seats taken out the back and put a bed, a make shift toilet, and a sit down shower in it. My TV will also be there. The kitchen and other storages will be my small trailer that I small going to buy. This way if I feel uneasy about an area I can still be in my vehicle where I can just hop in the front and drive on.

Wasp spray, solar powered outside lights, park heading out, tape with big dog growling & barking to go with large kennel, marine signal air horn

A lot of great content in only 10 minutes! Top notch info! I subbed

All great suggestions, thank you for taking YOUR VALUABLE time, to help protect others. Much appreciated. Everyone stay safe out there.I agree with 19, but don’t advertise.

What was really interesting to me is,,,,, your family travels together. I still remember a 4 week trip of western USA back in 1960. We had a 59 chevy 4 door sedan with a carrier on top and the trunk full. Oh there were 7 of us. I was the youngest and I laid in the back window area. Couldn't do that today! 4,000 and a ton of fun! Happy camping!

I like this video! Great job! I am so upset by all the trash in that one site though.

For places that you can't use bear spray. Wasp spray works. The foam kind works best.

Used to do a little undercover for an investigator, and it is shockingly easy to watch people - most folks have no situational awareness at all, even in the boonies when they think they’re alone. It wouldn’t take an hour or two to figure out there isn’t actually a dog or a second person, though those tricks might work for the opportunist looking for a quick score. It’s a fine balance between being safe and aware without being paranoid and ruining the fun and relaxation you came for. Just the cost of our society, unfortunately. The best I’ve figured out for myself as a solo female is concealed/open carry at all times, depending on law reciprocity. I might add a large trained dog when I go full time, though I don’t know if I can get over the wet dog smell! lol

I really appreciated this one...ESPECIALLY the mention of BD groups/safety in numbers. 😊 Your other vid on theft deterrent equipment gave me pause in ever bothering to get a TD in the first place.

Beautiful family! That kid is going to have the best life having parents that keep him/her outside enjoying nature! 🥰

I'm a hazmat chemical tanker driver. I find that a small bottle of caustic soda (sodium hydroxide) sprayed on any skin or eyes will immediately stop any threat. Unfortunately their skin will melt off and they will be blinded instantly, but the threat of harm will immediately cease

These are some really great tips, just wished I watched this video before I was assaulted and robbed in the middle of the night by three guys while car camping. I was lucky that I got away but the lingering effects of that event have prevented me from doing solo trips.

you brought up important safety topics.. we have gotten very soft in our cushy modern world... Life used to be tough up until 100 years ago before electricity, phones and cars. Big guns and tough dogs protected the homestead in those days!

I used to shoot competitively and it is very common at the larger shoots for people to park there rv at the range for the 3 or 4 days. The fact that there is a known people trying to break into RVs parked at the range tells me that carrying is not going to solve all your problems.

If you're not completely comfortable where you are, change locations to someplace where you are comfortable.

Thanks for the great advise. We have not boondocked in a long time, but want to get back to it. Safety from wild animals and nefarious humans has been a concern of ours. We’ll definitely be using some of the tips and tricks learned from your video, and the comments section. Happy Camping!

Alaska everyone is strapped

i have been using spot for about 10 years. helps keep family notified i am ok. using the ok check in feature ( no cost per message ) it also gives a gps location where you are on google map. i also have a solar flood light with motion sensor which I mount on top of the RV. those LED'S really light up the night. my batteries in my SPOT lasted about 2 years.

I spend a lot of time in the woods alone. And I always have a gun on me and usually a long gun close by. And my two shorthairs. I sleep like a baby and don't worry about anyone .

Great video, I grinned at a little before 3:50 where the little human is blinded by her own hat and couldn't figure out what was happening. So cute.

Great work Excellent security advice Noise If you are isolated That might be the reason As it might be seen as a weakness by predatory Criminals So whistle,flare,horns used in soccer matches And of course a mag type torch Or small Bright tactical ones

I always camp with my Glock 26. I'm alarmed 24/7. When going deeper in the woods I camp with my AR15 pistol. Great for larger predators and of course the 2 legged kind. In the woods YOU are 911. YOU are the paramedic. YOU are the first responder. I also carry a well stocked medical bag in my car at all times. I have come across burning cars on the highway. Roll overs on the highway. Seizures on the highway and bad crashes in general. I may not be a doctor or nurse but there might be one on scene who could use the gear I have. I have stopped tent camping too. Van camp, car camp or trailer camp is all I do now. Its safer, warmer, drier and up and away from the critters.

My grandparents have a sticker map even though they are VERY part-time, but over the course of 25 years, they managed to fill in the whole of the lower 48. They don't want to go to Alaska because they don't feel like passing through Canada, and the RV hasn't been to Hawaii for obvious reasons.

Good deal finally someone who offers “Real life “ suggestions. Nice. There’s also a “carry a big stick” approach, Or carry with caution. Be safe and thank you

Your family is adorable. Thanks for the useful tips.

Taser from amazon = $25 I used a boat horn while camping in bear areas. Scared the krap out of the neighbors. Always carried a thumb- flip pocketknife Plugged in an old cellphone in back of van that was on our ‘Find your Phone’ app. Verizon covers all states and most of their counties. Traveled the USA for 2 yrs Worked great when you can’t remember where you parked. Leave your screens up on your van/car etc rear winds plus buy - $8- set of black bed sheets and always cover everything in the back - van looks empty Always travel with a couple of money belts - with money and list of contacts and phone #s. And wear one. You get robbed of wallet and phone you still have $$ and contacts Trust your gut and intuition- You only need to be wrong once. That said in 2 yrs in campsites, motels, AirB&Bs etc we never had a problem. Maybe luck but we also kept our eyes open.

Good stuff, thanks! I'd guess more people are struck by lightning than murdered in their campers. Don't golf in a thunderstorm, don't camp down the creek from the guy cutting firewood wearing a hockey mask, but sometimes lightning just strikes. Probably best to get a cattle dog and bear spray.

2:45 For a serious emergency I wouldn't worry about my camper, everybody get on the truck and let's get the hell out ! BTW ----> VERY GOOD VID AND THANKS A LOT FOR YOUR TIME.

From modified former 16 passenger school bus to converted cargo trailers the #1 rule is less bling, no bragging, don't wash the rig except spring and fall with waxing, take military fold, spade combat shovel and plenty of Frank Zappa MP3 music. That by itself scares 70% off. LOL Cuss intruders out in foreign languages because attacking you will bring the feds and foreign affairs trouble. Always tiny wallet with driver license from your old home and real wallet safely tugged away. Good old Midnight Special 38 and longer range one comes handy beside a double barrel 20 and 12 gauge lead spreader shotgun. For your Dems fire extingusher instead!!! LOL Happy trails. Doc Hackey

I've crossed the Canadian border many times, on my motorcycle (once in my truck), and proudly announce my can of bear spray. Oddly, a pocket sized "pepper spray" is illegal to bring across the border. Bear spray, never a problem. And as to the idea that bear spray is illegal to use on a human, well so is trespassing or meaning to do someone harm. Bear spray is non-lethal and more effective (75 times more on bears) than any fire arm, and is totally legal. I carry 1 big one in the truck and 2 in the camper. Poor sucker that gets a face full of that! I like your idea about 2 pairs of shoes! (size 20???)

I carry the Garmin inreach mini with me when hunting or camping solo.

All the best to you and your fam💗 It’s a shame we even have to think of this when travelling ... May you stay safe and keep exploring this beautiful world of ours

This video has a lot of good advices but it makes me stay at home and not wanting to go anywhere!!

Try and get into camp in daylight. Once in NZ we came in late and what we thought were blankets on the ground from our neighbours was empty bottles! They rocked our van as a joke, but left us alone when we told the to shove off. That is the only time we have had trouble. Generally speaking, vandals/hoons stay clear of RVs as we are the type that will note down licensed plates and or call the cops. Another time we were camping in a carpark which was just a widening of the dirt road. Some young lads thought it would be funny to fish tail past us and spray gravel. The joke was on them as they sideswiped a tree and then skidded across the road into a ditch. They left with bits hanging off their car and the engine sounding none too happy. They left bits of their car behind as well. They were back next morning showing off the scarred tree to their mates. A couple of hoons doing donuts one night and another where they set off a few fireworks. That's it for 45 years of campervan trips. In the last 20 years we have never stayed in a commercial caravan park, only a few paid campsites in national parks etc. Mostly, we camp were there are no people. Maybe once or twice a week there will be a couple of others. Cheers from Australia

Great tips brother,I enjoy your all's videos. I've never been to Alaska so I'm not sure how it works there but in mid Missouri everyone has the right to conceal and carry so we don't have to worry to much about the crooks messing around with people because they know 90+% of the population is armed everywhere they go & have big farm dogs to protect the animals as well as the vehicles so they stick to the 4 big cities and away from the country communities. May the Lord lead you and your family on years of amazing adventures.

Horrible that you have to worry about stuff like this. People suck and ruin everything. Thanks for the information. Be safe out there.

Using "poaching alarms" also called "Sentry Alarms" is great too. People use them to alarm them that people are hunting illegally on their land. It uses ONLY the primer end of a shotgun shell or 22 shell. A wire (ankle high) trips the pin and BOOM! No injuries occur, but one heck of a bang. Shop and around to find what you like.

You forgot the #1 tip of all. Never leave your children outside, unattended, or allow them to wander more than 20 feet from your RV. There are some really evil people out there. Stay safe.

Excellent. Love your transition footage. Subscribed.

Excellent tips for safety! Excellent editing, production, crystal clear audio and video...well done! Now subbed....

Thankyou from Australia We not allowed firearms , and have no bears But wasp spray or chlorine yay thanks I like the front door fastener, man shoes and dog barking hey 👋 awesome

wasp spray is a good deterrent.

Thanks for the great tips. As always, you made (another) helpful video.

A good solid walking stick is good. As a former boyscout "Be prepared" also, Beware is to be aware!

Thumbs up.. I normally do not like videos like this, but you gave a good presentation.

After watching that, I never want to camp again LOL. Just kidding, camped all my life and never had a problem. I do bring by 9mm amd my dog on every trip, it's great for a good nights sleep.

I used to Build Homemade Teardrop Campers on my Channel, but I now Camp in a Van so I can get behind the wheel in the night if I need to, without exiting in the dark like I had to with a Camper.

Good tips and many more in the comments below. One of the best safety tips is to get to know a Cop who has worked the mean drug-infested streets- they can tell you how to quickly assess who you're looking at and what they will probably do. "Street smarts" let you avoid trouble and teach you how to handle it if you can't avoid it. Thieves are likely your most likely problem; most of those don't want to meet any other human in their "work" and will run off, but today their 'greed' is often drug-fueled and those people are very dangerous at times- you absolutely must know how to tell who you're looking at and what their situation is at a glance because they will not be deterred by anything once they've set their goals. The further away you are from 'society' the better in this, but drugs are in remote places now too. Don't get paranoid but do be careful always and everywhere, and always be ready to take any action needed to emerge from any situation intact. Know your enemy and you're halfway there.

A comment about the cell phone signal. You can buy a cell phone booster fairly cheaply. It comes with a small antenna that you mount inside the camper and a Yagi antenna that you mount on a pole outside. Also, I highly recommend getting an amateur radio license (at least the Technician level) and carry a 2m/70cm radio with you. It might be able to reach a repeater when you don't have cell coverage.

Thanks for the great tips guys very helpful

Thanks for the many tips 😊. I'm sharing with our group.

I've been camping all my life, and what makes my family feel safe is the 9mms my wife and I carry EVERYWHERE (with one in the chamber, always), the .357 magnum I keep next to my sleeping bag, and the keltech KSG 12 Gauge shotgun I keep loaded in the trailer. The best tip is never go anywhere that doesn't respect your God-given right to protect yourself and your family. And If you must, then it's called concealed carry for a reason, and it's better to be judged by twelve than carried by 6.

My dad carried spent shot gun shells in a ziplock. At each site he just tossed them on the ground next to the picnic table, or the two umbrella chairs he had set up outside. He always had two chairs even though it was just him. To the other campers it looked as though he was ready to entertain. To the creepers it looked like there were two people inside. Very good advice. I have to admire, that trash really ticked me off. What’s the point of spending time in nature if you don’t care about it?

Am I the only one concerned about the pile of trash?

Great tips! I've been planning to do some solo camping. Gonagain recently highlighted a solar powered motion detector.

The ducks unlimited makes me think they have Foie gras in the ice chest. I don't believe in advertising you have protection until it is needed.Teardrop boon docking alone is a little tricky but I always sleep with the windows cracked , flashlight and lead animal deterrent under my pillow(not really under the pillow but in arms reach) and I am a very light sleeper.

ALWAYS trust your gut. Many people have known they were about to be mugged and ignored their gut feeling.

I used a SPOT for about 6 years. It worked just fine. However, the annual fees doubled and the insurance prices also escalated. Sat phone prices have come down substantially so that may be a better option these days if you are careful with the minutes you use.

Thanks for the TIPS ! 🇳🇱❤️🇺🇸

I just open carry and that is a real Rottweiler laying down next to my lawn chair. My wife really does carry that 870 back into the RV and keeps it on her side of the bed. LED motion lights work well to give you a heads up too.

I wish my job wasn’t so chaotic… I’d love to have a dog out there with me. Been eyeing a malamute. Your vids are so good!