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RV "Boondocking" & WATER - How to Stretch It Out
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@jerhole1 4 жыл бұрын
Would you cover your rv during storage? Possible mildew?
@radiemorgan7020 7 жыл бұрын
i live in the north so i live a lot in my RV winterized....so using less water is a must...here are some of my tips...use a bowl in each sink to catch the used water and use it to flush....i use a composting toilet with urine diverter so i still use a bit of water to "flush" ..and this gives me two gray tanks and no black tank.....when waiting for shower water to get hot catch it in a bucket, and use it to wash dishes....for dishes, wipe out dishes with paper towels then spray them with cleaning grade 6% vinegar and wipe clean (no water)....in between showers use baby wipes or foaming soap....i dont like the spray dry shampoos as they are flammable gas....i live with two dogs and we are always clean and use about 1.5 gal of water per day for everything...except laundry, for laundry i use a 5 gal bucket with lid and a wonderwash (fancy toilet plunger) and wash light cloths to dark in the same water then repeat the process for rinsing ....saves on laundry money and water.....hope this helps someone.
@TammieYoMammie 6 жыл бұрын
Great tips for RV winterized water usage! I've been looking for this specific situation. Thank you, Cindy!
@ZhenteaCa 6 жыл бұрын
The wonder wash is a brilliant idea!
@Mr51Caveman 7 жыл бұрын
In 2000 my family (3 kids and a 4 month old grandson), my in-laws, 2 cats, a Pomeranian, a 34 ft class C towing a 22 ft trailer was moving from Fairbanks Alaska to Panama City Florida (I had been stationed at Eielson AFB.) After driving for about 16 hrs we were somewhere in the Yukon, I was dog tired and had to pull over to sleep somewhere. It was pitch, pitch black ( early February) but I found what I thought was a little pullout. Long story short.....The next morning I woke up and had to let the Pom go out to do his business...I opened the RV door and started to put him out.........OH MY GOD!!!!! I was literally 2 ft away from a thousand foot drop off!!!! I couldn't see it that night but we were parked on the side of a mountain cliff. I almost had a heart attack! I grabbed him, pulled him back inside, gathered my wits and drove off to a more stable place. The Yukon was a very interesting drive! Took us eleven days to get to Florida.
@shekharmoona544 5 жыл бұрын
Boss this is the most awesome story of situational awareness.
@sh-df1bb 4 жыл бұрын
Lord have mercy!! Just the amount of kids and animals you had along for the trip would have tested my nerves lol let alone the cliff discovery!! I will keep your story in mind when we begin our first journey / vacation in our first RV this fall
@davidrobards9587 4 жыл бұрын
Had to be AF, Army would have tied a rope to the dog and let him out. Then trained the kids. Great story
@normnilsson7208 4 жыл бұрын
I live just down the road from PCbch, how did you do through Hurricane Michael !!!
@MrGas420 4 жыл бұрын
Gonna call the ol B.S. card on that story.
@johndrennan1645 9 жыл бұрын
This is a very charming couple. And they have a lot of practical advice delivered short and sweet. I am enjoying their videos.
@RVgeeks 10 жыл бұрын
Great ideas! We use two additional techniques to help save water when showering. First, we run the hot water up into a 1-gallon pitcher until it runs hot, then keep that pitcher in the bathroom and use the water for flushing the toilet. Second, we always shower back-to-back when boondocking so that we only have to run hot water up once. We're lucky that our water heater is directly beneath the shower, so very little water needs to be run to get it hot (less than a quart). The water heater in our first RV was in the very back corner, with the bathroom in the center of the rig, on the opposite side. That filled the pitcher a lot more!
@gerardtrigo380 6 жыл бұрын
Reminds me of the old saying "Help save water, shower with your steady." :D
@Jevandtieriel 4 жыл бұрын
Wow, a quart is a fair amount of water for such a short pipe to your shower. I would have thought it should be more like a cupful. But I like the pitcher for the toilet idea. I think it could also be used for cooking or used in the kettle?
@stephenajones4438 5 жыл бұрын
Whats so great about your videos is it draws participation from other experienced travelers which really helps me a ton
@lorraine7031 9 жыл бұрын
I can't get enough of you kids. The scenery shots are incredible! I also am starting to change my thoughts about camping. I was always worried about hooking up at a campground before night. You have helped take the pressure off. There is no reason we should be timid about pulling off in a safe area and dry camp. Thanks again for your hard work of putting these together. You have SOOO much talent!!
@paulslist1 8 жыл бұрын
I love your channel, I just recently purchased a 28ft because I camped all my life in a tent and as much as that was a great experience, I want to open up a new chapter in my life and start to see north america with a little more comfort because I am not getting any younger
@LongLongHoneymoon 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks, we have tent camped and enjoyed it also, but owning an RV takes things to a different level! Safe travels!
@neilevenden3481 4 жыл бұрын
In our 5 years of Camping in our 15ft Travel Trailer, we have yet to camp with water/sewer hock-ups. Normally we have electrical. This past summer we spent 20 days with just electricity and no water. We do your a Jerry Can (20L) so we can get water, whenever we need it. And at several Provincial Camp Grounds we have a tap not far from our site, so I'll go and fill the kettle for dishes, and coffee. Also we will use the Comfort Stations for showers and as our primary bathroom. This way we never run out of waters.
@snedford 9 жыл бұрын
Maybe someone else added these tips - there's a lot of responses! 1. Brush teeth with 1/2 cup of water. Dip brush, add paste, brush, rinse with a few sips, rinse brush out in the cup with whatever water is left over. 2. Wash dishes in a plastic basin so you capture the water which can then be used to flush the toilet. 3. Take sponge baths. Two small basins, two wash cloths. One basin and wash cloth with soap to lather. One basin with clear water and wash cloth to rinse. Also can wash hair by dipping a cup to pour over. Use a tiny bit of soap and shampoo. 4. Use baby wipes to freshen up between showers. 5. Don't have to flush after every pee. Old hippie saying: "If it's yellow, let it mellow. If it's brown, flush it down."
@andreadeamon6419 5 жыл бұрын
Can also just wash hair and use a leave in conditioner. I had to do that when I had tubes put in my ears when I was almost 30. (Yes I know that's a kid surgery) 52 years later I still struggle with them) I'm also looking into the igloo water system where the jug goes into the bottom. That'll help with drinking/cooking water and I can have an extra jug in the SUV. Fill up at any Walmart, etc
@evelynlarkins4851 4 жыл бұрын
You can wash your hair by putting 2 plastic "dish" pans, sized to fit in each side of your double kitchen sink. One side for wetting hair and putting in the shampoo, for a first rinse. The other side for the final rinse. While you've got your hair wrapped up in the drying towel (conditioning), put the dirty dishes into the first plastic basin, to soak. Scrub them off and transfer the dishes to the second basin for a rinse. You may need to use a small amount of clean water in another third basin to dip the items you put in your mouth: cups, glassware, and silverware. You can then use the "dirty water" from the first basin for your toilet flushing and move the rinse-water plastic basin into that part of the sink where the "dirty water" was. A game of moving the basins around. You get 3 uses out of each basin of water. Need to be careful not to overfill the plastic basins, so they are light enough to move without spilling.
@danmenzel7229 4 жыл бұрын
Instead of toothpaste, I use baking soda. No funny taste.
@DTCigarFather 10 жыл бұрын
You two have DEFINITELY been married for a while now... your finishing each others sentences & thoughts!!!!! :) Love the videos!!!! #Loloho4Ever
@LongLongHoneymoon 10 жыл бұрын
Ha! Great observation - you are right about that. BTW, LOVE the hashtag!!! Thanks for your post.
@ltcajh 9 жыл бұрын
Water got real precious to us in Kuwait. There, and in Iraq, for a while, I used 1.5 liters of water to take a bath. It works. Pour it from bottle onto you, lather, rinse. Just pick up other people's cast off water bottles for the purpose. I used a 5 gallon lard can for washing clothes by hand. Go easy on the detergent. Amazon sells water purification stuff. I bought the larger LifeStraw unit if we have to use rain or pond water.
@LongLongHoneymoon 9 жыл бұрын
ltcajh Yes, it's amazing what little water you really need to take a bath or shower. I will check out the LifeStraw...looks like a useful camping/hiking gadget for sure. Cheers
@ltcajh 9 жыл бұрын
Look at the larger capacity LifeStraw. We lost power (and well) for three days. We used water out of our rain barrels, but didn't use it for drinking.
@ironlog1 7 жыл бұрын
When boondocking, gray water can be used to douse your campfire. Just catch it in a bucket from the dump fitting. Saves using fresh water.
@YourMajesty143 4 жыл бұрын
A retiree from the US Forest Service: 1st and foremost, always extinguish any fire you start until you can put your hand in it. That means mixing and stirring dirt in it for about 20 minutes, and possibly less if you are efficient and practiced. *A quick douse* of water, even 5 gallons worth is *NOT enough,* throwing dirt on top of it is not good enough, it must be completely cool to the touch throughout. Most people do not know when their fire has caused a multi acre wildfire because they are long gone and assume they did a adequate job taking care of their fire.
@RexDeaver 7 жыл бұрын
One way we use less water is by using foaming soap for hand washing. We can lather up without turning on the water and only turn the tap when it's time to rinse.
@LongLongHoneymoon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks, nice tip! We also use foaming soap.
@deniseinight9596 3 жыл бұрын
I have foaming soap as well, thanks for the tip!
@StevenDragoo 9 жыл бұрын
One thought I had is to wash all fruit and vegetables like apples, potatoes, etc. at home before leaving or a stop at a camp ground w fresh water.
@HoneyandMe 9 жыл бұрын
Lots of great tips! Thanks! One thing we do to help conserve water while boondocking is keep a couple of 4 litre water jugs full of drinking water and use those for cooking and drinking. They are small enough so they fit into the trailer sinks while travelling and easy to pour, keep on the counter, and can be used over and over. This way, we can use the tank water for flushing and washing. We also find baby wipes are a huge help in freshening up. Great for cleaning your feet before bed after wearing flip flops all day!
@createallow3126 5 жыл бұрын
Another great vid, thanks! Brita water pitchers don't need to be stored in the fridge. You can transfer the water into any container that fits in your fridge. I would also choose paper plates that are compostable.
@openskies4245 2 жыл бұрын
We fill a non-potable jug (having used the same in-line filter) and filter it into a Brita dispenser and then fill a potable jug that goes in the Yeti (which functions as an ottoman/coffee table/foot rest for our jackknife couch.
@adrianfoca865 5 жыл бұрын
just purchased our 1st Airstream 25FB Flying Cloud and your advice is helping a lot.i am an over the Road truck driver so i have pretty extensive knowledge of what road life is about...there will absolutely be no problems backing up this little trailer.
@anthonybryant5492 9 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the info, we just purchased our 5th wheel RV last year and your videos have been both informative and fun to watch. Thanks and keep up the good work. Neighbors from Georgia.
@sam2753 7 жыл бұрын
Well I guess I won't ever have to worry about the dry shampoo... being bald 'does' have it's perks lol :P
@Pack.Leader Жыл бұрын
An oldie but goodie ! I may be breaking out into the boondocking life in a few months. It's time to get the heck out of RV parks and get moving again. Thanks for all the years of great content.
@RVwithTito 10 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that glimpse into your travels and the great boondocking info! We really enjoy boondocking when we can. We've been out for 3-5 days at a time, but usually with 2-3 teenagers in addition to ourselves. The water goes down quick as the tanks fill up. I usually have to be the water Nazzi. No fun. Our class-c has a water tank about the size of yours and I have been thinking of picking up a couple 6 gal auxiliary water containers to carry around this year. We'll see. Thanks for the tip on the shower head also. I just added one to my Amazon wishlist. Love that scenery up north and those cool drone shots. We enjoy your channel!
@joannemcmurray2155 6 жыл бұрын
We enjoy your informative videos so much. We started RVing when we were 70 so it is a new adventure for us and you have helped us learn the ropes. Thanks so much! Tom and Joanne
@doccolorado 8 жыл бұрын
Yeah! A fun and informative Video, good job and thanks. My tip for water conservation would be to give Dr. Bronner's castle soap a try. (Biodegradable) I work for an outdoor retailer and we sell it in our camping section where I work. I know Amazon carries it, as you might find it in a health food store. THREE drops of this soap on your hands with about FIVE drops of water and it will clean your hands better than any that I have tried. I use it in the shower, wash my hair, etc, with minimal water. My wife stained a shirt when we were RVin' in Missouri and we used a bit of it to take the stain out. I used it in a small bucket and sponge, and it took the bugs off the front of my car & RV !! It says 18 uses, but I can't see the fine print that well, LOL. Good Luck and Happy RVing!
@khm2128 8 жыл бұрын
Castile soap! Rubbing alcohol (70% plus it could probably be diluted farther for just rubbing off sweat & dirt) is a consideration.
@bryandreyfus2146 8 жыл бұрын
In the last half of the 80's, I took my family 0f 5 (parents & 3 kids) on a tour working for a circus where I was the 'commercial' performing in schools about a week before the circus was going to be there. I stayed on the lots where the circus was going to be long before 'boondocking' was thought of. We did this for four years we didn't go home (Wisconsin) in the winter 3 month hiatus except the year I rebuilt our trailer (from the floor up). Would love to tell you how we solved many problems of the road life.
@paulcharbo636 7 жыл бұрын
I love your videos! There are so many RV videos out there but you guys add a personal touch to all of your shows that, after watching several, I feel like I am watching some old friends. My wife and I bought our first RV a few weeks ago (a 1995 class C) and we are planning a few local and semi local trips before we go from Texas to Mount Rushmore this summer. There is no substitute for actual experience, but your videos are the next best thing. Keep it up and thank you!
@jilliteen26 4 жыл бұрын
Great video! We have used most of your hints and also those in the comments. Our record boondocking stay (in our 34 ft class A) is 3 weeks near Lake Havasu. We did use our friends shower in their house a couple times so actually had water to spare at the end. An additional hint for meals: plan ahead and freeze leftovers that can be reheated on paper plates in the MW or in tin foil in the oven or campfire. Looking forward to your next video.
@sheris4184 7 жыл бұрын
You two have been so helpful, I really appreciate being able to just go to YT and find a wealth of information. Practical and sensible, with a dash of humor....... I am just getting set up and ready to go. RV is in the shop and being 'gone over' in preparation. Thank you, I will be following you two, great information and advice. Happy Trails (:
@kathleenkupferman6197 4 жыл бұрын
Just want to let you know how much I am enjoying your posts. We are beginners - have a new Tab 400 and have done only one weekend so far. All of the issues with a large trailer are the same ones we have in a small one. The learning curve is very steep. I'm learning so much from your videos; thank you. Hope we run into you (not literally) someday "on the road".
@raymondjacobsen2912 4 жыл бұрын
Just bought an RV. Waiting for it to come in. You have help me to understand the RV travel life. I have been a tent camper for over 50 years with parents and family. Now to old to sleep on the ground. Thanks for all the tips!!!!
@cindibee7 8 жыл бұрын
I too use the black water tank for dish water. When waiting for the hot water to get to the shower, I use the dish pan to collect that water and it can be used for washing dishes.
@dr.backcrackerbackpacker2493 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I have really enjoyed your channel. My wife and I are about to embark upon our first RV trip, 6 months long, and videos like this are invaluable. I’m sure we are going to make mistakes along the way, but that is part of the process and the adventure.
@rumblestriprambings454 8 жыл бұрын
I'm introducing myself because I have been watching for about a year and I am beginning to feel like a lurker. :) my husband and I bought an airstream, gutted it and are now trying to put it back together. Keep the videos coming! They are informative and keep us inspired to keep working towards getting on the road.
@ericball6652 7 жыл бұрын
I was impressed to hear that your favorite campground is our favorite as well. That was the best camping experience ever.
@Apollo9733us 7 жыл бұрын
For fresh water, look up atmospheric water generators. Its basically a dehumidifier taking water out of the air, they are small, even come with a solar panel and it can generate up to 3 gallons a day depending on humidity, more water, lower less water. Its just basically a DC dehumidifier ran through a filter, there is your coffee and drinking water or even a solar shower. There are a million different ways to save water, but also make water. I have solar panels and Lithium ion batteries in my Camper and a 2000 watt full sine inverter, so its not big deal just to plug it in and 5 hours later I have 1 gallon of water, If I don't need the water I dump it in my fresh water tank and you can get up to 5 gallons of water per day. Grey water you can dump anywhere. Install a composting toilet and eliminate the whole black water tank experience. Unlimited fresh water, more then you will use per day, just pour what you don't use in the tank. You can also find units that are DC and come with a solar panel so power is not an issue, free unlimited water!!
@CarlosGarcia-ij4yg 7 жыл бұрын
Wow.
@chuntley83 7 жыл бұрын
no they cant unless the found a way to defy the laws of thermodynamics. Even if you were in a 100 % humidity even the most efficient units can only produce a few liters in 24 hours, thats with 1500 watts
@colormedubious4747 6 жыл бұрын
"Grey water you can dump anywhere." -- No, you're actually NOT supposed to do that. If you're caught doing so on public land you can be cited and fined.
@kimthompson5631 5 жыл бұрын
Colorme Dubious the video states they were out of the country but that it was not acceptable in the US
@randyjackola 5 жыл бұрын
@@kimthompson5631 I know some campers do release gray water. The main problem is that gray and black exit the same discharge. In my 20 years and two motorhomes, all black water dump valves will leak a little. When you take the cap off, usually an ounce or more will be there. So releasing gray may have a small bit off black with it. Again, releasing gray would not bother me if rv's had a faucet up stream from the dump valve like mine to hook a hose to, then run it down hill from the camp site. But then, you always have the irresponsible few. I've witnessed them too! So! We humans need to be 100% sanitary. But we walk our pets in the campgrounds. But do we take a tray or pan with us and tell fido to urinate and deficate in it, no...
@OurPhilippineAdventure 7 жыл бұрын
Another great informative video with lots of information. Even though I been camping for over 45 years, it is always nice to get other viewpoints on how to do things out there. Thanks. As for showering. My wife is from the Philippines and they use minimum water to shower by using a small bucket and a scoop. Poor a small amount of water over their body, soap up and rinse the same way. It can be done with around 2 Gallons of water if done properly. We done it many times.
@caseytaylor10 8 жыл бұрын
you can always use those paper plates for the fire pit as a way to light it that's what we did as kids growing up when we were camping then there's no waste and who doesn't like a fire.
@TheSeanMichael 8 жыл бұрын
+Casey Taylor Yes, good point! We do the same.
@kimjoya6268 7 жыл бұрын
hello
@bosslady8091 7 жыл бұрын
My name is Diona and I am brand new to RV'ing. I am actually about to purchase my 1st RV this week. I stumbled on one of your videos and I have been hooked every since!! You always give such useful information and it's entertaining as well!! (sometimes I will sit for 1-2hrs watching RV vids on my phone lol sad but true lol)Thank you so much!!!
@pilotmom9755 6 жыл бұрын
Diona Strong How was your first year? I’m purchasing a MH very soon.
@slimbeaux 8 жыл бұрын
Another thing you can do, when washing dishes, is use rivers and creeks if any are around. You're going to boil the water any ways so why not. You don't even have to boil if for that long to be germ free.
@conniewaite1996 5 жыл бұрын
I hope you use a safe soap when dumping grey water,especially in a river
@shekharmoona544 5 жыл бұрын
I drove through Canada and saw those areas by the road. I didn't know what they were for. Learn something new everyday.
@sharonlabarge4115 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all this great information. We are starting out on our first trip in June and are a little nervous. It has really helped to listen to you videos and we both love your occasional bouts of humor. Keep it comin!!!!
@Nineinch51 8 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed your video ..... And yes I will be more than glad to carry my water with me I know it's a little poundage to drag around but Nancy and I have been caught twice and thunderstorms and no water connections and we are so glad our tanks were full
@pasitheathanatosasmr488 7 жыл бұрын
Y'all are awesome! I'm so excited to start my teardrop living journey and I love y'all's tips!
@comradebileski 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you guys for all the work you're putting into this. My Wife, 3yo daughter, grandmother in law, and two lab puppies just embarked on our own journey. I travel for work 3 weeks out of the month and we just pulled the trigger on buying a toy hauler. We are total RV camping noobies and i think your Chanel is really going to make a difference for us . We haven't been "boondocking" yet but I'm sure it will be a challenge with this crew. * I should add that we are on our second week of the whole crew traveling with me in the rig for work. It has been... what's the word.... Exciting? Yea that's it.* Thanks Again
@carolyndavis7797 8 жыл бұрын
Hello, from Catonsville, Maryland. Studhubs and I became empty nester two weeks ago and went to our 1st RV show yesterday. Ready to upgrade from tent camping. Starting from nothing - need a tow vehicle first. Stumbled across your channel last night and have watched a few videos already. thanks for content that is so helpful!
@curth9204 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent thank you we are first timers in Canada a lot of helpful information
@andystewart1580 4 жыл бұрын
After 2 years in the Iraq conflict your tips to conserve water are right on the mark. We received lots of goodie bags from home at the contents Hand sanitizer baby wipes were the #1 and #2 requested items. We used 1 liter bottles of fresh water issued and yeah we stank but all of us did so our sense of smell well, you would have to be rotting to stand out. We were lucky enough to get 1,000 gal bags of non potable water( filled from the euphrates river) that we used for close washing actually using a pump and used washer off the 120 ckt on the gen set finding that each load stole about 50 gal. My experience in black tanks is nill as we dug a hole used the side of a tire or used the nice wooden luxury units as shown in forrest gump, later to actually get the real fiberglass out house. So, thanks for the info on the tanks.
@StevenDragoo 8 жыл бұрын
Hey guys - I really appreciate your seasoned insights. Living vicariously through you - sans the broken foot of course - ouchhh...
@roylafountain5478 4 жыл бұрын
Love your youtube submissions! A near-retired chap looking to embark on the "RV life!" Good information
@tombarnhizer1364 8 жыл бұрын
We recently purchased a Coleman Cheyenne Pup and after taking it on several short camps plan on making our first epic trek from Sylvania OH to Devils Tower in Wyoming via IA, MN & SD. I have viewed several of your videos and found them extremely helpful. We hope to be able to tap in to a WiFi signal from time to time and check in on your post. Thanks and keep'em coming.
@chantalwilson2466 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Tom! My cellphone works as a "hotspot" so I can have wifi for my puter anywhere I go...…. that is if I can get phone signal.
@LongLongHoneymoon 4 жыл бұрын
That’s what we’re doing also. 👍
@darthconnor1973 8 жыл бұрын
My wife and I find your videos very informative. Thanks!
@WanderDano 10 жыл бұрын
as always - great tips! the only thing I can add is that I keep a 5 gallon jug of drinking water in my class B. Then use the holding tank for everything else. I just use an inexpensive hand pump. I have a personal thing about drinking water from campsites and the fresh water tank. When the water gets low I can usually refill it with filtered water at Wal-mart and the like or at least the gallon jugs of drinking water from any grocery. Safe travels
@LongLongHoneymoon 10 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yes, the 5-gallon jug of drinking water sounds like a good idea.
@bjmckirahan9726 7 жыл бұрын
Many Wal-Marts and grocery stores have reverse osmosis water filtering machines that charge around 39 cents per gallon. You can use your container or buy one. The hand pump is a great idea. We use a 3 gallon jug with a built in handle.
@bambambundy6 7 жыл бұрын
Love the Channel! I grew up with motorhomes and when I got old enough the water and dump became my job. Dad always called it the "The Mother Load"! I think just to piss mom off! Thanks and happy trails!
@CarlosGarcia-ij4yg 7 жыл бұрын
lol... Mother load!
@fotoman1527 5 жыл бұрын
Another excellent video. Tip: when we are boondocking we put a collapsible rectangular plastic bin in the sink. All dishwashing is done in that bin. When it is about 2/3 full it gets dumped into the toilet. Very little kitchen sink water goes into the grey tank when boondocking. When we pack up that container compresses and stores in the oven.
@georgiamule 8 жыл бұрын
For long term boondocking water preservation you might check the latest in survival purification technology, both ceramic filtration and UV devices. Thanks for your informative and fun videos.
@donaldduke2233 5 жыл бұрын
THE NEXT EXIT is my travel bible, too. For hand washing you can also use the waterless jells that mechanics use.
@andreaastwood3756 7 жыл бұрын
I must say I have gained so much useful formation from following you. Love your posts. We did our first long distance haul last year driving from NY state to FL. I found your post to be extremely in formative and useful. We just upgraded to a fifth wheel but i like your style and your information is still very helpful. Keep the posts so if. :-)
@Cartists 10 жыл бұрын
Another thing you can do if you are in short supply of water is to do what the boy scouts do. Dig a whole put a cup or something to hold water, make a tent over the top of your hole and than put a rock in the center so that the recycled water will collect on the underneath side of the plastic and drop into the cup or tall clean can etc., check out any boyscout hand book for drinking water. You can also put plastic bag in your toilet and use that to collect your Restroom Habit, I would recommend two bags. After you use it a couple of times collect the bag up and tie it off and put it into a dump station site, if you are short of water.
@LongLongHoneymoon 10 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great tip!
@dustykatz2744 6 жыл бұрын
Great info for a newbie doing research prior to purchasing a trailer. Thank you.
@rayfordhenslee2231 5 жыл бұрын
I just bought a travel trailer and retired with the expectation of traveling to enjoy some state and national parking. I am so happy to to discovered your videos. I've certainly purchased some of your recommended items. Thanks for taking some of the angst away. I would like to see more with regard to making reservations and trip planning. Thanks
@margosaunders5705 6 жыл бұрын
I found you today, watched the Walmart and Water episodes, learned a lot, agree with a lot, you are the best resource I have come upon in a long while! Looking fwd to seeking out more that will complement my experiences. Kudos, guys!
@LongLongHoneymoon 6 жыл бұрын
Welcome Margo, have fun!
@harmoniouscrow 7 жыл бұрын
Boondocking is the main ideal we have for living full time in our RV with our three big dogs :) We avoid people at the best of times. We might go for an RV place once a week (long shower, wash clothes, fill up, dump, etc).
@grege.5687 10 жыл бұрын
Hey Guys! Great video! I don't believe I have introduced myself before but I have been a fan for a little over a year now. My wife and I are finishing up grad school and plan to RV full-time for a while after graduation. We are currently rebuilding/remodeling a Class C and take every opportunity to learn and implement boondocking tips as we go. Thanks again for another great video and we hope to meet you both someday soon!
@LongLongHoneymoon 10 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment! I think you are wise to start doing the RV thing now as you finish grad school. In the past, we paid a lot of money for apartment rent that could've instead gone towards a nice rig. Since you have the inclination, it makes sense to go ahead and pursue it.
@rastus666 3 жыл бұрын
To fill my fresh tank any time I am close to a pond, creek, or river, I got a submersible pump, whole-house water filter to filter silt and sediment, and the blue RV filter to filter all the other stuff. With 100 foot of hose and 100 foot extension cord, I don’t have to get that close. For dry areas and backup, I also have a 6 gallon and 7 gallon plastic water can. The 6 gallon has a long spout which is handy for putting water into the fresh tank. The 7 gallon has a short spout with a valve. When laid on its’ side on an outside table, it’s great for washing hands, filling the coffee pot, etc.
@jimfenderman5215 5 жыл бұрын
We enjoy your videos immensely, as potential Airstream owners.
@carrietakushi2485 8 жыл бұрын
TY! Great info.We are just planning moving up from a small teardrop to a T@B CS-S (small trailer with a wet bath, and sink). The tips will come in very handy as we make this transition.
@brucebeckner3049 10 жыл бұрын
Good stuff! As a long time "water RVer" (i.e. Boater) I'm familiar with some of these problems(salt water is not fun to drink). For dishes, having 2 sinks helps. One sink is for washing. Fill the other one for rinsing. Uses lots less than a running water rinse. Also, fill the sink for face washing and "wet shaving" don't use running water.
@RobertKeenanComp-U-Right 6 жыл бұрын
Love the sense of humor you guys display!
@judyweigl9604 4 жыл бұрын
For dry shampooing, I use a mixture of corn starch an baking soda. It works and it’s cheap. I put my mix in a lidded parmesan cheese container. Using a natural bristled brush is best whichever product you use.
@Scofco 8 жыл бұрын
I am about to take delivery of my first RV and found this video very useful. Thanks for making it for us that are new to the hobby.
@LongLongHoneymoon 8 жыл бұрын
+Scofco Thanks for your kind comment - enjoy your first RV!
@mitchtivi 10 жыл бұрын
thanks for those nice tips! here's one for you. We use it a lot in our small winnebago Rialta. To clean our hand we use baby wipes and to clean the rv, counter top, etc... we use lysol wipes. For "small jobs" they are trowable and don't use water at all. Thanks again.
@LongLongHoneymoon 10 жыл бұрын
Thanks, and you make a good point about the baby wipes. We also carry Clorox wipes (similar to Lysol). They really are helpful. Cheers!
@OldWailer 7 жыл бұрын
I just discovered your videos--thank you. I'm fixing up an RV now and plan to be into it full time by April of this year--information like this is just what I need!
@LongLongHoneymoon 7 жыл бұрын
thanks much for your comment and welcome!
@phoebeconklin1446 7 жыл бұрын
The Loloho Team. are the best ! We are so new at this and they gave helped us a lot !
@LongLongHoneymoon 7 жыл бұрын
thanks Phoebe for your kind comment! Glad to hear our vids have been helpful!
@Formaldehydex 5 жыл бұрын
I got this tip from watching another KZfaq video on boondocking. If you coat your plate with Glad Press 'n Seal you can just peel it off and throw it away, instead of having to wash the dish.
@DancEncounters 5 жыл бұрын
We use paper plates but regular silverware. We clean it with a biodegradable paper towel, using a spray bottle of half and half ammonia and water. The same thing works great for cleaning our pots and pans.
@survivingwithsabot4147 5 жыл бұрын
I think by the time i finish watching all of y'alls videos i will be ready to get into the RV market and live successfully from day to day anywhere, anytime, and with anyone . Again you two made my day. I would love to meet up with you next time you roll through good ole Music City.
@LongLongHoneymoon 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, we love Nashville! Glad our videos have been helpful!
@don69000 10 жыл бұрын
Hi there. First, thanks for a nice post. I've been following RVgeek , and seems they have many good videos about RV . I come from Norway , and have long wanted to go with my wife to the United States to experience the beautiful nature + to rent an RV to drive around the United States . When I saw the video here , it reminded strongly about how we camp here in Norway . Norway has campsites at different places. And when I was little , I was with my parents on vacation and we camped at different places. In the early 70 's, we used the tent . Later in the 80's we went over to the camp wagon. So as you, but in Norway we has much smaller camp wagons that are narrower and lighter than you. In Norway you can camp freely, except on private property. We have an law that says, you can freely camp 48 h. on the same spot. After that, you have to move. There are many Europeans who comes to Norway to experience the beautiful scenery we have. ( We have a very similar nature in New Zeland, so the movie Lord of the Rings could just as well have been recorded here) . What is sad is that Norway is an expensive country . And the tourists who come here are not interested in using campsites . They bring a lot of supplies from their own country, and camps out in nature. Although it is set out garbage cans, they throw down trash in the bushes and empty the gray water directly in nature. In addition, they fill up the freezer with fish that they have fished here , and sell it in their home countries. So we have some challenges in this regard . In Europe it is different. There are more structured and separate spaces for RV and it is made maps where they are allowed to run and camp. Back to tips and tricks. You are doing much the same as we do when we camp. We use paper plates, paper cups, plastic knives and forks. It is also poppular to use disposable barbecue. Drinking water we buy at the store, and the bottles can we mortgage afterwards. Water for washing and the other, we have the plastic tanks, and since there is plenty of water in Norway in the form of rivers and streams, you can fill this for free at gas stations and campgrounds. Norway is not as large as the U.S., so it does not take long to drive to a place to refuel, water or buy propane tanks at gas stations. It is very nice to see how accessible it is with you in the United States regarding the RV. We have much to learn from you and maybe we have something to learn from you as well? :-) Good luck on your trip. Enjoy the nature, silence and freedom. Greatings from Norway.
@dreamages9838 7 жыл бұрын
we stay in Walmarts a lot never had a bad experience and I love alabama rest stops. Thanks Tim and Cheryl Putnam from Chandler Az
@ad98548 10 жыл бұрын
Very well done. I truly enjoy your relaxed and natural "personas" in your videos. Good information presented well.
@LongLongHoneymoon 10 жыл бұрын
Thanks. In these chat videos we are really just being ourselves (which is probably fairly obvious, for better or worse!). It's kind of refreshing to just roll the camera and talk about these topics. I really appreciate your observation.
@sandylake304 5 жыл бұрын
Hey, just getting started in my toy hauler and I ave found your tips to be very helpful. Thank you and keep up the good work guys!👍
@arlipscomb 8 жыл бұрын
Take a look at the Sawyer line of water filtration products. They are very effective in removing contaminants as well as bacteria and viruses. One thing you have to watch out for in washing is that you can still ingest enough water to be a problem. A small quantity of regular (non-scented etc) bleach can go a long way in killing the bugs if you are in an area without safe water.
@gwarbrock4838 4 жыл бұрын
Researching to finally hit the full-time thing in the near future. You vids are top notch and extremely helpful! Keep filming!
@markaustin4370 3 жыл бұрын
I put my soapy dishes in a rack in the sink then use my tea kettle with hot water to rinse all the dishes at once. A water saving trick from my grandmother that also sanitizes the dishes.
@danscheall2497 8 жыл бұрын
Howdy folks, Good job on video. Thanks. My wife and I, in those years, went with a Toyota cab-over camper 20'. You get used to small-small. Don't make 'em anymore (too bad). But now a 25' RV-Ford (Bt. used RV Cruise Am -better made unit). Can't disagree with anything. Keep up the good work.
@marktwain368 5 жыл бұрын
This was great! So many little details that make the difference between pleasure and oh-oh.
@margaretlautenschlager8943 6 жыл бұрын
We use clean up disposable sheets that are inexpensive and very handy! No water required in between uses. Clean up sheets for face or body, or general use are available right in those Walmarts you are overnight parking in!
@tymtell2699 10 жыл бұрын
I think you two are living the dream.Thumbs up.
@lauriegerse7993 6 жыл бұрын
Hi. I love your videos. We have a 1951 36 ft. Royal Spartenette fully restored by us. We rent our house on VRBO and stay in the trailer during the summer months getting ready to travel in the winter. We will keep watching your vids.
@uweschroeder 7 жыл бұрын
Very useful information. What you didn't mention though is that using different soap makes a lot of a difference. I use those Method Foam dispenser soaps (don't like the soap itself, but the dispensers are great and you refill them with a 50/50 mix of water and your favorite liquid soap - in my case Peppermint from Dr Bronners or African Black Soap - Whole Foods has that one). If you foam the soap using a foam dispenser it rinses off a lot quicker. You can basically wash your hands with less than 3 oz of water. The African Black Soap rinses off real well and is perfect for showering. So it does make a difference what type of products you use. The basic potassium based liquid soaps rinse off easier than shower gel, same goes for the good old soap bar vs. some fancy stuff (Trader Joe's has great soap bars for cheap). Let alone, the good old products cost a lot less.
@LongLongHoneymoon 7 жыл бұрын
Agreed, and great point about the different soaps! It makes a big difference with regard to how easily they rinse off (and therefore how much water is consumed).
@victorgomes7585 9 жыл бұрын
Lovely to hear your comments about the autumns colours all around you. I guess you are living in the present moment:-) and the comedy bits and the practical aspects on water consumption etc. thanks for sharing:)
@LongLongHoneymoon 9 жыл бұрын
Victor Gomes Thanks for your comment! Hope the video is helpful to you.
@macbeckett259 5 жыл бұрын
I have tons of friends who are backpackers. I live in Peru and host Couch Surfers. One friend carries extra large wet wipes. He uses them for "bathing" in between being able to use a real shower. He uses one for his face and body then one for the southern regions. By doing that you should be able to stretch your water usage.
@yafolla 8 жыл бұрын
I'll be a newbie out there in approx 1 year. Gotta say I started to feel like I can do "This" after watching your comprehensive presentations. When I order my trailer it will include a composting toilet. No "Tar-Pit" water tank for the Kid.
@brianwofford3831 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the wonderfully informative video. We have come into RV ing from sleeping on the ground tent camping and backpacking,so this trailer stuff is awesome and so luxurious. So, all your suggestions are helpful. Sponge baths and using less water washing dishes is a normal excercise when backpacking.
@mikephillips9311 4 жыл бұрын
I have a 50 gallon tank of extra water in the truck bed, right behind the cab, doesn't really take up that much space. A small 12 volt transfer pump simply doubles our water capacity when needed. We only fill the extra tank if we know we will be doing an extended dry camp so we rarely have to transport the extra weight very far. Works out quite well. Between what we & the pets consume (& hosing off muddy dog feet occasionally), what goes in the black tank & dousing our fires with plenty of gray water, our gray tank capacity handles it very well.
@davidmciver9483 4 жыл бұрын
I have had full solar for the past year. It has changed our camping experience totally. Because I did not do the installation myself it was expensive so after 90 FREE nights it has cost more than twice what that number of park stays would have cost. The difference has been worth the freedom. I no longer consider ‘camping’ to be ‘parking’ 10 feet from another ‘camper’.
@robertgullickson8758 7 жыл бұрын
Excellent video production! You two are inspiring. Thank you for sharing your experiences.
@rbsamar 7 жыл бұрын
They have something new to me. My husband was in the hospital for a week can't take a bath at all for 5 days. So they give us the package and tell us to wash yourself with it. So we got back to TN I was looking for the package so I can was him. This stuff is the bomb it's great for camping I'm looking forward to trying it when we go camping but I felt very clean and very refreshed. Here is the name of this Assurance Premium Washcloths Ex large pre-moistened.
@hammer-r 4 жыл бұрын
We camp a lot in Colorado where the sun always shines. We use the solar showers and set up a shower curtain For modesty. Water in one for a few hours and it’s almost too hot by itself. We can do 1 1/2 to 2 showers per bag if you are water frugale.
@usafinn1 10 жыл бұрын
I really knew most of what you had to say, but it's a refresher so good enough. My wife and I finally got our house sold and will hit the road At the end of August. We have planned this for years and are really excited to get going.
@LongLongHoneymoon 10 жыл бұрын
Thanks, hope you are having fun out there!
@jimpiper5297 7 жыл бұрын
Re using alcohol-based hand sanitizers: though these can be generally effective using proper technique (which includes scrubbing your finger tips in the palms of your hands), they are NOT effective against "cooties" that originate in your gut (colon). Hand washing with soap and water is the minimally effective method (better using Hibiclens or Betadine soap) to sanitize your hands after they become, shall we say, 'contaminated.' And, this from an RN with a lot of experience dealing with nasty cooties.
@tootsla1252 5 жыл бұрын
Jim Piper Thank You!!! I'm a frequent cruise ship traveler. Princess Cruises now has very nice hand washing stations outside each buffet entrance PLUS an attendant who motions you to the station, then gives you a squirt of alcohol based sanitizer before you enter.
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