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The Evolving Leader‘Fake News and Why We Fall For It’ with Sander van der LindenDuring this episode of The Evolving Leader podcast, co-hosts Jean Gomes and Scott Allender discuss the pervasive issue of misinformation and its implications for society with Professor Sander van der Linden. Sander is Professor of Social Psychology in Society in the Department of Psychology at the University of Cambridge and Director of the Cambridge Social Decision-Making Lab and has also held posts at Princeton and Yale University. His research interests centre around the psychology of human judgment and decision-making and in particular he is interested in the social influence and persuasion process and how people are influenced by (mis...
2025-03-261h 03
Upland NationBird dog, shotgun industry insiders tip us on choke tube manufacturing, launching a new magazineWe peek behind the curtains with insights from Scott Trulock of Trulock Chokes on everything from the state of the industry to why steel quality counts, and an explanation of what TSS really is. Then Chris Ingram talks about launching a new magazine for sport dogs of all stripes (and their owners) from the United Kennel Club and American Field. From content strategy to nitty-gritty, Chris shares his plans.
Listeners tell us what they're doing in the off-season, and "Fix It" tunes up your hunting vest.
You get a chance to win a pair of...
2025-03-1854 min
Hunting MattersScott Linden: The Voice of Upland HuntingOn this episode of Hunting Matters, we sit down with Scott Linden, the creator and host of Wingshooting USA, the most-watched upland hunting TV series in America. Scott is a seasoned outdoorsman, writer, and media expert with a deep passion for bird dogs, bird hunting, and the great outdoors. We’ll talk about his journey through television, his Upland Nation podcast, and his mission to help hunters access public lands and wild birds. Plus, we’ll discuss his latest initiatives and what’s next for the world of upland hunting. Tune in for an insightful and entertaining conversation with one of the...
2025-02-171h 07
Upland NationBird dog training - on a hunting trip? Why not? Here's how.If you're like me, the um, standard of excellence you expect from your dog (and he from you) has devolved since opening day. That got me thinking: why can't we train our dogs during a hunt, or a hunting season? Well, you can. You may not do as much, or as frequently, but there are a ton of things you can do to help your dog stay on his "A" game during a hunt. I'll offer some suggestions.
I'll also get a bunch of related observations and suggestions off my chest that might help you finish the...
2024-12-1054 min
Upland NationPro bird dog trainer "re-shapes" our thinking on how dogs think, use of e-collarsTalmage Smedly joins me for an in-depth conversation on why dogs do what they do and how we can guide them. He calls on his horse training experience as well as a different perspective on how e-collars and commands in general can be used. If you're looking for a new way of working with your dog, he's got it.
We'll cover his views on how to use an e-collar, what instincts shape a young dog, using a leash and checkcord, and the advantages of "positive punishment," among other things. He'll help us fix some of our steadiness...
2024-12-031h 09
Upland NationThanksgiving reflections from you on birds, dogs, friends, family and beautiful places ... and a tech tipYou are one lucky so-and-so. Great dog, friends in the field, tolerant spouse, incredible hunting spots. This soon-to-be annual podcast celebrates it all as we give thanks for everything to do with bird hunting.
Your comments, ideas, photos, add to the season's wonderment, warm feelings, and fuel our constant state of gratitude. But I'll also offer a tech tip that might be of use to you on your next road trip.
And it's all brought to you by: Sage & Braker Mercantile, LandTrust.com, HiVizSights.com, Pointer shotguns, @midwayusa, #midwayusa, MidwayUSA, Mid Valley Clays and Shooting...
2024-11-2636 min
Upland Nation30-year pro grouse guide on what makes him smile, beautiful places and the joy of newnessTim Linehan guides forest grouse hunters ... in Montana. He's been an Orvis-endorsed outfitters for over 30 years chasing ruffies, duskies, blues, sooties ... or whatever they're calling the critters these days. He'll share strategies, including how to start a hunt; tactics when a dog points; shooting advice and habitat types for each species. We also share stories on the joys of bird hunting from good shots to young dogs, and the real reasons we hunt.
Great tips from a couple listeners on dog emergencies and how to avoid them; "Handle It" covers a question from Neil Higgins of Minnesota...
2024-11-191h 09
Upland NationBird hunting "Industry Insiders" spill the beans on boots and choke tubesWe talk with two leaders in their categories: Scott Trulock of Trulock Choke Tubes and Mark Strickland of Crispi US about their products, new gear in the pipeline, trends in their space, and the care and feeding of our boots and shotguns. Whether you're shopping for new stuff or simply want to take better care of your current gear, they've got advice.
We'll also look at some of your beautiful photos from the field and in "Handle It" I'll offer a way to warm up your pup after a cold day in the field.
And...
2024-11-121h 12
Upland NationBottle & Mic edition: chukar opener debrief from the field ... 3 friends, 3 dogs and a few more birdsJoin my friends Dave and Tom on our somewhat-annual gathering in the desert of southeast Oregon for the chukar and valley quail season opener. In what's become an informal reunion of new and old friends we reminisce on old dogs, an epic opening weekend, some foibles and incredible hunting. Trigger warning: there's a lot of philosophizing, too.
But somewhere among the joking and joshing are lessons on why we hunt, what dogs do to us - and for us - and even a tip or two.
And it's all brought to you by: Sage & Braker M...
2024-11-0549 min
Upland NationBONUS: Hunt like a Ninja with 30 tips on stealth & sneakiness for public-access birdsBONUS EPISODE: How's your season going? Not finding - let alone hitting - enough birds? Well I've compiled a pile of suggestions and observations that might help, especially if you're hunting walk-in and public ground. Often, being a bit sneakier, subtle and deliberate will get you closer to a better shot. From pre-hunt preparation to approaching a dog on point, here are 30 or so things I've learned the hard way so you don't have to.
And it's all brought to you by: Sage & Braker Mercantile, LandTrust.com, HiVizSights.com, Pointer shotguns, @midwayusa, #midwayusa, MidwayUSA, Mid Valley Clays...
2024-10-3145 min
Upland NationPro guide & trainer on chukar hunting, gear, training and tacticsMy former neighbor and current friend Tim Curry of Central Oregon Sporting Dog brings me up to speed on neighborhood news and a lot of practical advice on dog training and chukar hunting. From introducing gun fire, to introducing birds to a pup, what chukars really eat and where they go, to introducing an electronic training collar the right way, he's got things figured out.
Tim also has some hard-won advice on getting a dog in the "Handle It" segment, and listeners offer tips on what to bring in your truck on a hunting trip.
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2024-10-291h 11
Upland Nation29 bird hunting tips you won't have to learn the hard way - my notes from guys smarter than meYup, nothing wrong with stealing good ideas, especially when they were offered sincerely and will help others (i.e., YOU). Here are over two dozen suggestions from pro guides, pro trainers, field trialers and hunt testers plus good hunting buddies. Now, you won't have to learn the hard way - they already did!
From dog training and handling to hunting strategies, here are bits and pieces to keep you and your dog more productive and your dog safer. Finding birds to finding public-access hunting areas, here are some lesser-known ways to make your hunt epic.
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2024-10-2253 min
Upland NationWrecked hotel rooms and bird hunting with two dogs: Q&A and hunting two dogs togetherYour worst travel-dog nightmares ... that niggling question you have ... and why hunt two dogs at the same time? We cover a lot of ground on this episode, including a new feature "What's on your mind?"
I'll answer questions you've asked on everything from rattlesnakes to sending a dog for a missed bird, even offer an RV buying tip. Then, a sharing session on the pro's and cons of hunting two dogs at the same time. Insights and cautions, encouragement and practical advice too. Finally, we share the funny stories of life on the road with dogs...
2024-10-1558 min
Upland NationPro bird hunting guide on prairie birds, dogs and tipping your guideFrom the field: I have a lengthy, broad-ranging conversation with Trevor Walz of LandTrust.com and a pro bird hunting guide. From conservation and management to handling dog disputes, what's in his vest to habitat needs and hunting strategies for prairie grouse, we cover it all. Tipping a guide? He's got a suggestion and rationale. Finding birds? Listen carefully. Then, listen again.
There's something for every bird hunter in this discussion from eastern Montana.
And it's all brought to you by: Sage & Braker Mercantile, LandTrust.com, HiVizSights.com, Pointer shotguns, @midwayusa, #midwayusa, MidwayUSA, Mid Valley...
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Upland NationBottle & Mic: debriefing a Montana sharptail road tripBottle & Mic ... first in a series of road trip debriefs, reflections on a trip I'm on with observations, suggestions, and ruminations fueled by a wee dram or two.
This bonus episode comes from Lincoln, Montana enroute home from a sharptailed grouse hunt that included weather challenges, practical hunting magic, dog stories, and a lot of appreciation for rural America and the people we meet along the way.
Now, pour another one and pass that bottle please.
And it's all brought to you by: Sage & Braker Mercantile, LandTrust.com, HiVizSights.com, Pointer shotguns, @midwayusa...
2024-10-0347 min
Upland NationYour worst bird-hunting nightmares: lost or hurt dog ... some suggestions, and fueling him for peak performanceI hope it never happens to you - that eerie silence when you hoped to hear collar tags jingling, knowing your dog is well and truly lost. Or, he limps back, bleeding. As the season gets into full swing, what better than to prepare for each of these situations?
I'll offer a four-step strategy for finding your dog, from preparation to gear, to starting your search. There may be something there that will help you, based on my own experiences over the years.
Then, what's in my dog-care kit? I'll cover the stuff I carry...
2024-10-0150 min
Upland NationBird hunter, shooting instructor on subgauges, shooting technique and what we're doing wrong & rightChampion target shooter and avid bird hunter Dave Fiedler of Mid-Valley Clays and Shooting School joins me for a wide-ranging and fun conversation about all things shotguns and wingshooting. From ballistics to buying a new shotgun, what we could do better in the field to the funnest target game, we've got the um, "field" covered.
We also talk about the right gauge for the right bird at the right time of year, and the most important thing to do to your shotgun at the end of a hunt. In our "Handle It" segment I answer Eric Thompson's...
2024-09-241h 08
Upland NationShoot better ... than me! A couple-dozen hints, hacks and last-ditch efforts for those who miss the broad side of a barnI’m television’s worst shotgunner. It’s almost a badge of honor. The most frequent compliment I hear is “You shoot worse than I do!” I gladly own it.
That’s where these tips come in. They started as a sort of log – a journal – of things I’ve learned while hunting, at the range, and even dry-firing at home. Often, they were last-ditch efforts when everything else failed. Or, epiphanies from out of nowhere that saved the day. They’re no substitute for a good course of study, a shooting lesson, or careful practice. But when nothing else wo...
2024-09-171h 05
Upland NationPublic-access bird-finding guru: desert birds from chukar to quail, and where they skulkDown to brass tacks we go with writer, editor, publisher Jim Matthews. He's been helping desert hunters find publicly-accessible game birds since the nineties, and he'll dial us in to finding some of the spots, strategies and tactics we need for valley and Gambel's quail, chukars, and the occasional mountain quail. Jim will take us from habits to habitat, what to look for when scouting (we could all do more of this, he says), and where to look when a place is "shot out."
Jim also keys us to his four-step bird-finding formula, how rain, snow, wind...
2024-09-101h 21
Upland NationBest in the Vest ... what I carry in my bird hunting vest (with a little help from my friends - YOU!)Are you ready yet? Listen carefully to what I'm carrying this season in my hunting vest and you may change your answer.
I've re-configured and loaded new gear into the ultimate western hunter's strap vest ... anything that might help keep you safe, your dog productive, and help you shoot better. Oh, and bail out your hunting buddy, too. From getting found, to caring for Fido, to route finding and first aid, here's the stuff you, I and our friends have decided is worth the weight. There's a right way and a wrong way to wear it, too...
2024-09-0347 min
Upland NationBonus: Sharptail primer ... where to go and what to do once you get thereI've pulled together all my notes on places I've hunted and fantastic advice from pro guides and experienced DIY hunters. If you're enroute to sharpie country, there might be something in this that'll help.
All sharptails, all the time on this bonus episode ... it's the start of the season for "America's bird," so enjoy the stories, strategies and hunting advice.
And it's all brought to you by: Sage & Braker Mercantile, LandTrust.com, HiVizSights.com, Pointer shotguns, @midwayusa, #midwayusa, MidwayUSA, Mid Valley Clays and Shooting School, TrulockChokes, HiViz shooting systems, Purina Pro Plan Sport and FindBirdHuntingSpots...
2024-08-2957 min
Upland NationBird hunter, inspirational conservationist & visionary: Larry Potterfield, founder of Midway USA is our "Industry Insider"In our continuing "Industry Insider" series, I talk with Larry Potterfield, who founded Midway USA on a wing and a prayer, selling shooting supplies to enthusiasts. He's grown the company into an international power player in most outdoors categories, and is overseeing a growth spurt that includes a new state of the art distribution center and headquarters building.
We talk company history and philosophy, then go far afield to talk bespoke shotguns, quail hunting, youth shooting, conservation, shooting driven birds, safaris around the world, building a lake for kids' fishing, and how to buy a used shotgun.
2024-08-271h 12
Upland NationBird dog trainer: say no to whoa and other better ideasHe's probably trained or handled more NAVHDA Prize 1 Utility dogs than anyone at his Sharp Shooter's Kennel; Clyde Vetter is a dog trainer with a different way of thinking about his passion: creating elite hunting dogs. He's created a training philosophy used by many of his fans and followers that sometimes flies in the face of conventional wisdom. But as his email signature says, "Let Success Make The Noise," not self-promotion. His test records are his success. The noise comes from his legion of dedicated friends and customers.
In a wide-ranging discussion, we cover the lure of...
2024-08-201h 22
Upland NationHunter, conservationist, CEO: Ben Jones updates us on the RGS/AWS re-organizationA lot of water under the bridge since we last talked: pandemic lockdown, a major restructuring of his organizations, and a new puppy. Ben Jones is CEO of the Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society, and we've got a lot of ground to cover. We'll get an update on the new strategic direction and how it's affected the groups' operations and funding, jump into the groups' works on the ground and politically, and talk habitat, conservation and ... puppies.
Ben has some tips for ruffed grouse and woodcock hunters, puppy training advice, and shares the most important...
2024-08-131h 10
Upland NationBird hunter, dog trainer, PF/QF CEO charts a new course including reintroducing birds, stopping the plow on grasslandsShe's had more than a year to get her footing and boy has she! Pheasants Forever/Quail Forever CEO Marilyn Vetter is guiding the 40-year old organization through a time of major strategic transitions and a new era of accountability and metrics-based policy. We talk about the group, its goals, measuring their progress and of course, dogs and hunting.
An avid bird hunter and skilled dog trainer, Vetter covers a wide variety of topics from reintroducing wild birds to newly-rehabilitated habitat, to alliances that may not make sense ... until she explains them. Key aspects of the upcoming...
2024-08-061h 32
Upland NationBONUS: getting into the back-of-beyond ... tips, tricks, hacks and hints ... and why you should goIn this episode I outline some of the practical and philosophical reasons to go deeper, risk a blown tire, and possibly your health. I share some of the lessons I've learned walking miles of wilderness for wild birds that you can apply in your own adventures.
If you're up for the drive, the walk, and the risk, there is massive reward at the end of the trek. See if you don't agree.
And it's all brought to you by: Sage & Braker Mercantile, LandTrust.com, HiVizSights.com, Pointer shotguns, @midwayusa, #midwayusa, Midway USA, Mid Valley Clays...
2024-08-0335 min
Upland NationPro pheasant guide tramples a few myths; you'll be a better bird hunter for itWild pheasants in Big Sky country ... with advice from a seasoned guide and friend, Al Gadoury of 6X Outfitters. Al will take us to school on ringnecks, along the way dispelling some myths about habitat and wild bird behavior. He'll also offer advice on the right way to employ blockers (not what you think), and his method for pairing a flushing dog with a pointing dog. We'll get dozens of tips on tactics and strategy, dog care too, and Al answers a listener question, too.
Listeners share their thoughts on when to start a youngster, and "Handle...
2024-07-301h 02
Upland NationChukar guide dispels myths and dispenses tips; meet the Cesky FousekIs cheatgrass really the magic potion for chukar hunters? Pro chukar guide Grant Richie addresses some long-held notions about this bucket-list bird, from habitat and feed, to proven tactics and strategies. Grant runs hunts in the legendary Hell's Canyon region, some of the most rugged chukar terrain in the U.S. He offers tips and advice on finding birds, handling dogs on the running devils, and shares some of the more unusual places he's found them.
Grant also shares his love of the Cesky Fousek dog breed, offering insights on their hunting style and heritage. Four game...
2024-07-231h 13
Upland NationChampion trainer takes us to school on steadiness from A-Z; retrieving from A-around T or thereaboutsJake Bartells re-joins us to share his hard-won wisdom on training dogs to the highest level. His bonafides include multiple NAVHDA Versatile Champions and a 12-year-old daughter who's learned enough to have her own dog entered in the Invitational Test this year.
You want help with your dog's steadiness, well Jake's got a step-by-step tutorial you can take to the bank ... er, podium. We'll get a good start on retrieving too. The ideas, background and rationale may sound a little different from what you're used to, but the methods (instilled by his mentor, master trainer Clyde Vetter...
2024-07-161h 09
Upland NationBONUS: bird hunting destination ... western Kansas. Where, when, why and howI'm recounting one of my many visits to this incredible state, often overlooked by passionate pheasant hunters hell bent on one of the Dakotas. Take three days, in three different places, that may offer an alternative to the usual spots for this year's road trip.
We'll explore public and walk-in habitats in the midst of pheasant country, Kansas style.
And it's all brought to you by: Sage & Braker Mercantile, LandTrust.com, HiVizSights.com, Pointer shotguns, @midwayusa, #midwayusa, Midway USA, Mid Valley Clays and Shooting School, TrulockChokes, HiViz shooting systems, ESPAmerica, Purina Pro Plan Sport and...
2024-07-1333 min
Upland NationBird hunter & author on the spirit of hunting ... and access to more hunting groundHe's been through the wringer, but came out the other side stronger, more resilient and committed to the therapeutic value of hunting. Avid pheasant hunter and theologian Tony Jones outlines it all in his new book The God of Wild Places, and in this fascinating interview from the floor of Pheasant Fest. Starting late in life, Tony's outdoor journey began during a low point, and along with the love of a loyal dog he lifted himself from rock bottom to a point of grace.
Spiritual, religious, or just plain grateful to be worshipping the great outdoors, you...
2024-07-091h 01
Upland NationPublic land bird hunting: lessons from a self-taught expertThis guy, like many of us, has learned things the hard way so you don't have to. Keng Yang (@kengyang1) is a hardcore DIY hunter from Minnesota who inspired us at Pheasant Fest last year with ideas and tips on finding new public access hunting land. His personal experiences are lessons for all of us.
From the floor of Pheasant Fest we talk dogs, hunting strategies, and devote considerable time to researching and accessing walk-in and publicly-owned ground.
Listeners share their must-have dog gear, and the "Handle It" feature covers a little trick you can...
2024-07-021h 03
The Boardroom Podcast091 - Gary LindenGary Linden is well-known for his big wave surfing and shaping prowess. He's also the foremost expert on Agave surfboards. In this episode of the Boardroom Podcast Gary talks Agave, Balsa and the always interesting Volume vs. Thickness debate, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-03-1959 min
Biz Mafia : Where Business Gets MadeEP 9: Scott Mueller: The Man Who Changed The Solar Energy GameSolar power is like a superhero in the ever-changing world of energy where being eco-friendly is of utmost importance. In this episode of the BizMafia podcast, we have an inspiring conversation with Scott Mueller, the co-founder of SolarLeadFactory and a pioneer in the solar energy industry. Scott's journey in the solar industry is nothing short of inspiring. Scott's interest in solar energy was sparked during his junior year abroad in Spain. After graduating from UC Davis, where he was involved in green building and sustainability initiatives, he dove headfirst into the industry. He played a...
2024-03-121h 05
The Flower PodcastExploring the World of Clematis with Alla Olkhovska of Linden Grove GardensI am excited for this week's episode of The Flower Podcast, where I chat with the Alla Olkhovska of Linden Grove Gardens from Kharkiv, Ukraine. When Erin Benzakein of Floret shared Alla's story with me, and I visited her website, I discovered Alla's incredible garden of flowers especially her amazing work with clematis. Alla's not just a gardener; she's a treasure chest filled with knowledge. Her digital book and seed collection open a window to the vast and varied world of Clematis, (and other flowers) revealing species and varieties that I promise will have you at hello. L...
2024-02-061h 08
Gary Lewis OutdoorsmanHunting Trucks (and pointing dogs) with Scott LindenHis name is Scott Linden and he’s the host of the Upland Nation podcast, host of Wingshooting USA and founder of www.findbirdhuntingspots.com We talk about our favorite shotguns and favorite bird dogs and discuss how to set up your truck for extended hunting trips for both big game and upland bird hunts. We also talk about how to dip your toe into the sport of upland bird hunting. Good advice you are free to share. I think you’ll enjoy this conversation with one of hunting’s best conversationalists. If you want to support free speech...
2023-06-3049 min
Leave Your MarkUltimate Fighting Therapy with Heather LindenSend us a textEP 309 features Heather Linden who currently serves as the Director of Physical Therapy for the UFC Performance Institute. Prior to joining the UFC, Heather worked at the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee Sports Medicine Division and was the director of an outpatient orthopedic clinic in Los Angeles. Heather also worked at the Colorado Springs Olympic Training Center for over six years as part of the USOPC’s multi-disciplinary sports medicine team. She has been on staff for Team USA at the London, Sochi, and RIO Olympic games. Heather’s UFC responsibilities include injury prev...
2023-03-071h 04
The Boardroom Podcast Archives - Surf Splendor068 – Gary LindenAn iconic surfboard shaper to champion surfers and the local crew, a big wave surfer, a world traveler, a big wave contest promoter and judge – yes Gary Linden is all of these things. But of course labels never really do justice. I’ve always viewed Gary Linden as a do-er. He gets stuff done. A …
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2022-05-301h 44The Boardroom Podcast068 - Gary LindenAn iconic surfboard shaper to champion surfers and the local crew, a big wave surfer, a world traveler, a big wave contest promoter and judge – yes Gary Linden is all of these things. But of course labels never really do justice. I’ve always viewed Gary Linden as a do-er. He gets stuff done. A proponent of Agave stalk as a surfboard blank, Gary is also gearing up to produce another Big Wave event at his beloved Todos Santos Island. Let us begin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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RV Travel PodcastOut & About: Fishing beyond the obviousYou’re parked and settled in. Time to hit the lake. Find “structure” and you’ll have a better shot at the big ones … or in my case, the “small ones.”
More ideas at the Out & About pages of RVTravel.com
2021-12-0200 minRV Travel PodcastOut & About: get away, but not too far awayQuick. Get a map and find the closest desolate patch within a half hour of your house. Here's why.
Want more? Go to the Out & About pages at RVTravel.com
2021-11-2501 minRV Travel PodcastFrom Indy car to American Coach ... Helio Castroneves won four Indy 500s ... and loves his motorhome!Four-time Indianapolis 500 winner and American Coach owner Helio Castroneves gives us a quick tour of his rig, how he's customized it, and how he uses it at a race and traveling from track to track. It's his sanctuary, and he shows us why.
Think your trips are long? This 24 Hours of Daytona winner shares driving tips for the rest of us in our own RVs. And how the heck do you stem boredom when you're driving all night?
Helio outlines his dream RV'ing destination and gets our advice on a must-see South Dakota stopover.
2021-11-2540 minRV Travel PodcastOut & About: Are you fire-building-challenged?A campfire is the cap to a fantastic day outdoors. It’s where the fish you caught get bigger and the peak you climbed grows taller. The biggest challenge is finding dry tinder – the little stuff that sparks your fire’s first flame. Here's a tip using stuff you already have around.
Find more outdoor ideas at RVTravel.com's "Out & About" pages.
2021-11-2201 minRV Travel PodcastOut & About: A one-minute ounce of prevention helps your RV live longerRecreational vehicle preventive care is never fun, hardly fashionable, but always a good idea. Save some money and aggravation with these tips to help your RV live longer.
2021-11-1801 minRV Travel PodcastOut & About: How they “duck” cold feetCamo’d up in your blind, or driving past a pond in your RV, you’ve seen them: Ducks and geese standing for hours on solid ice, yet they never suffer from frostbite. Wonder how?
Want more ideas? Go to the Out & About pages of RVTravel.com.
2021-11-1500 minRV Travel Podcast”Out & About”: Crowded national parks ... go here, not thereYou’d think with summer over, crowds at America’s popular national parks would dwindle. Uh uh. These western parks offer the same experience as the “big names,” without the mob scene.
Want more? See the "Out & About" pages at RVTravel.com
2021-11-1101 minRV Travel PodcastRV Travel podcast: avoid nightmares - learn from our consumer advocateRVTravel.com's Russ DeMaris shares victories in our ongoing battle against machines and the people who sell and service them! He offers advice for those facing the Cummins DEF sensor flame-out, cautions us on tire purchases, and provides tips on pre-purchase inspection to getting some level of satisfaction on everything from scheduling to completing an RV repair.
We also learn about a new technology in RV skirting from the inventor.
The RV Travel podcast is brought to you by Clear20 water filters, TearDropShop.com, Campgroundviews.com, Airskirts.com, and RVTravel.com’s Who Makes What gu...
2021-11-0837 minRV Travel PodcastRVT/Sirius satellite radio‘s ”Out & About”: campground crowding? Here‘s how to beat the bots.“Bots” are computer code that online bandits use to hammer campground reservation websites, grabbing every vacancy in seconds. Here are a couple suggestions on beating them to the punch ... er, campsite.
2021-11-0401 minRV Travel PodcastSirius Satellite Radio‘s RVTravel.com feature: an uncrowded alternative to ”crunched” campgroundsIn this week's "Out & About": You’ve heard about the feeding frenzy at campgrounds. So, how to avoid the mob scene? Drive off the beaten path just a bit.
2021-11-0201 minRV Travel PodcastRVT‘s ”Out & About” satellite radio feature: Travels with Charlie, or Fido, or Fluffy or RexOn this week's 60-second feature, purebred or happy-go-lucky mutt, these travel tips may help your four-footed camping friend ... and you!
2021-10-2801 minRV Travel PodcastRVT‘s Sirius satellite radio feature: Put your best feet forward"Out & About": there’s a right way and a not-so-right way to hike. Avoid blisters, leg cramps and cranky kids with these tips, all in just 60 seconds!
2021-10-2600 minRV Travel PodcastRVTravel.com‘s Sirius satellite radio feature: are your pictures really worth a thousand words?This week's "Out & About" offers tips from the professionals on making your cellphone photos more share-able, getting more "likes," telling your story better, and earning you bragging rights!
2021-10-2101 minRV Travel PodcastRVTravel.com‘s Sirius satellite radio feature: America‘s favorite outdoor sport: are you a player?This week's "Out & About" is your guide to watching wildlife. 60 seconds of tips and tricks from the professionals on enjoying the country's most popular outdoor activity.
2021-10-1901 minRV Travel PodcastRVTravel.com‘s ”Out & About” on Sirius satellite radio: what to do once you get there, and whyThis week on the RVTravel.com Sirius/XM satellite radio feature: "Ommm" and other excuses for exploring beyond the campsite. Find another dimension - and possibly, your inner "you" - on your next RV trip with these easy activities.
2021-10-1401 minRV Travel PodcastNew Sirius satellite radio ”Out & About” feature: Hug a tree and other ways to explore once you‘re parkedIn our new Sirius/XM satellite radio feature, kids, grandkids, or just yourselves ... a bit of structure helps free you to enjoy the sights, smells, sounds and touch surrounding your campsite.
2021-10-1200 minRV Travel PodcastIs the ”RV shortage” pure propaganda? Save your life with electrical-system precautions.Save your life with Mike Sokol's hard-won advice and horror stories about RV electrical systems. Who's fooling whom when it comes to the national RV inventory ... an on-the-ground report from the nation's biggest RV show and dealer lots.
RVTravel.com electricity guru Sokol scares the beejesus out of us with the fatal risks in some RV park pedestals (he recommends one simple tool that might save your life), how we might inadvertently destroy water heaters and electrical systems, and how to correctly retrofit your rig with lithium batteries so your investment doesn't go up in smoke. Plus...
2021-10-0842 minRV Travel PodcastNew Sirius satellite ”Out & About” radio feature: shake off the road dust when you get to your campsiteNew Sirius/XM Satellite feature from RV Travel.com!
Once you're leveled and settled, here are some simple ways to get your legs stretched and restore your circulation - by moving! 60 seconds of helpful ways to get a little exercise.
2021-10-0701 minRV Travel PodcastNew Sirius Satellite Radio feature! ”Out & About” offers fun, informative RV and outdoors helps and hints in 60 secondsOur new RVTravel.com feature is now on Sirius/XM satellite radio! Here's the debut episode:
Dealers say this is the most important part of a used RV pre-purchase inspection. They won't take a trade-in if this critical factor is ignored and neither should you. Whether you're buying or selling, do this first.
2021-10-0501 minRV Travel PodcastTear it out, fix it up … “RV with Tito” shares his personal upgrades plus Spartan recall, fuel mileage data and find a vacancy with this new serviceEpisode 26: Home improvement … on wheels! Brian Pursel of “RV with Tito” shares some of his top upgrades from solar to plumbing, suspension to seating. News you can use, industry info, and your thoughts on going without electricity all this week on the RVTravel.com podcast.
Here’s the rundown:
[3:15] News: A service that will notify you when a campsite becomes available … who’s buying RVs these days, and where they go with them.
[6:30] Brian Pursel of YouTube’s “RV with Tito” starts by telling us about some of his favorite boondocking destinations, then shares some of his...
2021-09-2453 minRV Travel PodcastJust an RV Minute: Alternatives to the mob scene at national parks, western editionIf you want to avoid the lines, crowds and craziness, here are some unsung places that have the same amenities.
2021-09-2302 minRV Travel PodcastWhat a dealer looks for before buying a used RV, a hero saves a toad, Jayco staff bolts, how much is Winnebago stock worth?Episode 25: News you won’t get anywhere else, plus insider information from an RV insider-dealer, and his advice on the hidden problems you need to watch for when buying a used RV. COVID restrictions at RV parks, a recall, RV sales figures, value of Winnebago stock over past 10 years. Here’s the entire line-up:
[3:55] News: RV sales figures year to date, COVID restrictions for unvaccinated travelers at RV parks, a hero saves a toad and prevents an accident.
[7:30] Uncle Josh Winters, the RV Nerd at Haylett RV, clues us into who dealers are coping with dema...
2021-09-1747 minRV Travel PodcastJust an RV Minute: Top four tips for beginners to help your RV live longerTake care of your rig, it will take care of you. Scott outlines the four things every RVer should put on their "to-do" list.
2021-09-1501 minRV Travel PodcastRVTravel.com podcast: Tony’s top picks … the coolest RVs on the market right now, Forest River recallOur own Tony Barthel shares his top picks for creative, innovative, just-plain-cool new rigs. We take an insider’s look at the newest offerings from RV builders, from all-electric to somewhat-traditional. Tony also shares advice for you next time you’re shopping for a new RV.
There’s also news and travel trends, a Forest River recall, and your feelings about holding tank gauge reliability. Here's the rundown.
[3:35] The RVTravel.com survey question. Results later in the podcast. News: visitor numbers at our first national park, who are those new RV travelers?
[7:10] Tony Barthe...
2021-09-1051 minRV Travel PodcastJust an RV Minute: Matthew McConaughey on why he RVs and you should tooThe Academy Award-winner shares his motivation for jumping in the Airstream. (About 2 minutes to listen.)
2021-09-0901 minRV Travel PodcastJust an RV Minute: tips from readers, on finding a campsite during the crunchNanci Dixon's article has some great ideas from readers, so does host Scott Linden. Takes about 2 minutes to listen!
2021-09-0302 minRV Travel PodcastRV Travel podcast: Industry insiders spill, Camping World owner "Made a Deal," new Class C from Coachmen, news, recall, who boondocks?The brain trust from RV Business magazine join us for predictions, trends, timely information and their take on the industry’s 800-lb. gorilla, Marcus Lemonis, too. A recall you should heed, news and information, preview a new Class C, and your thoughts on boondocking … all on this edition of the RVTravel.com podcast. Listen here to the podcast in one click! Here’s the line-up, with time codes if you want to fast-forward.
[2:17] Scott asks the question: have you boondocked for a week or more? Answer – to come!
[2:58] News: what the heck is Marcus Lemonis up to wi...
2021-09-0345 minRV Travel PodcastRVTravel podcast: Ghosts will get your campsite! Recall, dealing with bad neighbors and helping a fellow RVer DIYEp. 22: RV travelers' bane: phantom reservations and “no vacancy” outrage! In this episode we take on technological hurdles to getting a campground reservation. RV Travel.com senior writer Mike Gast outlines the evils of “bots” and automated reservation-stealers and offers a few work-arounds.
Recalls, work on the road, industry news and what’s on your minds and where you’re going from our social media. Plus, the results of our survey question: have you ever moved due to a bad neighbor? … and your creative solutions.
[2:00] Scott answers a question about a campground, and helps you help a reader...
2021-08-2741 minRV Travel PodcastJust an RV Minute: Screech-crunch-ouch.Avoid them with well-adjusted trailer brakes in Scott Linden’s RVTravel.com “Just an RV Minute.”
2021-08-2401 minRV Travel PodcastRV podcast: Drive thru campgrounds before you get there, find them with your phone, recall: don't go up in flamesNews you need, a better way to book campsites by “seeing” them first, and using your phone to guide you to RV adventures … they’re all on this week’s RVTravel.com podcast hosted by Scott Linden. Listen here in one click!
Here’s the rundown:
[1:30] News: why book now for fall travel destinations? Dealer chain gobbled up – does it affect you and your rig?
[4:06] Mark Koep, founder of Campgroundviews.com, shows us how a new technology helps us virtually “drive through” a campground on video, inspecting each site, then booking it online.
[16:10] Reca...
2021-08-2029 minRV Travel PodcastJust an RV Minute: Finally, Google might help you boondock ... if you're "crazy" enoughShort tips and tricks from Scott Linden and RVTravel.com on using your cellphone to find better boondocking. (2 minute listen)
2021-08-1802 minRV Travel PodcastHot news ... RV Odd Couple talks buying a campground and averting a divorce ... Colorado guv says "welcome RVers"Episode 20: RV Radio on the Internet! From embarrassment to “welcome,” hot news to cool places, all this week on the RVTravel.com podcast hosted by Scott Linden. Here’s the lineup, with time codes so you can skip to whatever you want! Listen here in one click!
[2:30] News and information on another Camping World acquisition, RV Masterclass changing hands, new Forest River Class B, and Canada says welcome … maybe.
[6:45] John and Mercedes, the RV Odd Couple spills the beans on their recent campground purchase, the trials and tribulations of finding a “home base” for themselves and their “R...
2021-08-1352 minRV Travel PodcastRVTravel.com's "Just an RV Minute": Terrible tire troubles ... and how to avoid them!It'll just take a minute, honest: Ignored until they kill you ... or at least kibosh your trip! You love ‘em and you hate ‘em but to avoid most tire dangers, heed these tips from my colleagues at RVTravel.com.
Get all the details on tire care at RVTravel.com; this "Minute" made possible by CampgroundViews.com.
2021-08-0901 minRV Travel PodcastRVTravel.com's "Just an RV Minute": What campsite crunch? Tips get you closer to your favorite camp space.Argh! Crowded campgrounds are the norm these days and your frustration level might be as high as the price of an RV space. But it doesn’t have to be.
Scott Linden shares a short list of useful tips from the experts at RVTravel.com, made possible by Campgroundviews.com.
2021-08-0901 minRV Travel PodcastRVTravel podcast: Industry news, dog poop, bad backers and more gripes ... get them off your chest. Plus, a recall that could save your life!Episode 19 of the RVTravel.com podcast: (Trigger warning: dog poop is discussed at length and in detail :)
Get it off your chest! Kate Doherty of RVTravel.com shares her list of gripes, pet peeves, and all that annoying stuff that gets on our nerves … or are you “that guy?” It’s your chance to vent, too. Go ahead, yell back at the phone or computer … just pick up after your dog, please. It’s all in good fun! We also cover news you can use, including a recall that could save your life.
[3:45] First, the news: A new...
2021-08-0652 minRV Travel PodcastRVTravel.com podcast: breaking news ... tires, fires and staying safe on the road, good news on the crowded campground frontEpisode 18: Don’t watch your rig go up in flames! Listen here in one click. This week on the RVTravel.com podcast, Scott Linden is joined by Trey Selman of the RV Safety & Education Foundation. Trey helps us keep the shiny side up, talks weight and balance, tire failure and do you really need nitrogen in your motorcoach tires? Plus, news about those crowds at your favorite RV park, a travel trailer recall and an uptick in new campgrounds under construction.
[2:00] News: the number and type of RVers traveling this summer, and why … RV tire failure alert, new...
2021-07-3046 minRV Travel PodcastRV Travel podcast: Info you won't find anywhere else! Making an RV Travel television series, tips from the RV Geeks, industry news and RV pricingEpisode 17: Industry news, sales trends, new RVs, plus international RV travel, tips and advice, bucket list destinations, laughs and insider information behind the scenes at The RVers television show, this week on the RVTravel.com podcast. The team behind and in front of the camera, including The RV Geeks, are Scott Linden’s guests this week. Listen here in one click! Here’s the line-up with time codes so you can pick your favorite topic:
[2:00] Scott has breaking RV news, trends, sales and pricing trends … [7:15] Anthony Nalli, executive producer, on the genesis of The RVers TV series. At [9...
2021-07-2359 minRV Travel PodcastRV travel podcast - exclusive info! Meet Nomadland movie breakout star Bob Wells. His tips, philosophy, and what we can learn from "van life"Ep. 16: [1:30] Host Scott Linden shares survey results from RVTravel.com on our buying habits. [5:10] Bob Wells, breakout star from the Academy-Award-winning film Nomadland, joins host Scott in a wide-ranging and deeply-moving discussion. “Just another event in a very strange life,” he says of the film. But it’s much more than that. He talks about the van life, the nomadic lifestyle, and why he serves fellow travelers. He relates an uplifting, optimistic take-away from a movie that is stark, desolate and full of personal challenges for the characters in the film – and in life. Listen here in one click!
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2021-07-1649 minRV Travel PodcastRV Travel pro's save us ... from ourselves! Mobile apps to make RV'ing easier and saferEpisode 15: Scott Linden and his guests are making RV life easier, simpler, safer, more productive and more FUN! When you’re done listening to this podcast you’ll be ahead of the curve from a practical and technological standpoint. Listen here in one click!
[4:30] Mark and Julie Bennett, YouTube’s ”RVLove” personalities help us learn from their hard-won experience, sharing the things they wish they’d known before they went full-time. Their suggestions are useful for anyone with any RV!
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2021-07-091h 01RV Travel PodcastMexico travel warnings – and wonders … Number One trick for Number Two problems … Renovating your RV into a “home.”Episode 14: This podcast is for RV adventurers, DIY’ers, and those who wannabe either! Plus, RV maintenance we can do so we don’t have to wait for a service appointment. And your own thoughts on the WalMart parking situation lead off the discussion.
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[3:20] Your comments on the long slow demise of free WalMart parking, from the RVTravel.com Fa...
2021-07-021h 04RV Travel PodcastPreview: Actor, author, RVer Matthew McConaughey talks his new book, Airstreams, destinations, and driving tipsRVTravel.com Podcast - Here's your preview of episode 13: We go Hollywood, and then far away from it. One of Time magazine's “Most Influential People in the World," Emmy, Golden Globe and Academy award winner, actor and author Matthew McConaughey joins host Scott Linden exclusively on the RV Travel podcast. He's in his Airstream as we talk, and now on your phone and computer. The SAG Award-winning actor gives RVTravel podcast listeners a tour of his Airstream, and oh, we'll also talk about his New York Times best seller Greenlights and how so much of the book is relevant to...
2021-06-3000 minRV Travel PodcastActor, author, RVer Matthew McConaughey talks his new book, Airstreams, destinations, and driving tipsEp. 13: We go Hollywood, and then far away from it. One of Time magazine's “Most Influential People in the World," Emmy, Golden Globe and Academy award winner, actor and author Matthew McConaughey joins host Scott Linden exclusively on the RV Travel podcast. He's in his Airstream as we talk, and now on your phone and computer. The SAG Award-winning actor gives RVTravel podcast listeners a tour of his Airstream, and oh, we'll also talk about his New York Times best seller Greenlights and how so much of the book is relevant to RV travelers.
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2021-06-2436 minRV Travel PodcastIndustry insider spills the beans on dealer tricks and traps, and Geeks show us how to take better cell phone picturesThis week’s RVTravel.com podcast is so incendiary, we’ve actually had to bleep out some parts. On the lighter side, Geeks on Tour help us take better cell-phone photos. Here are the details:
At timecode 3:05 Are you a “spiral notebook commando?” If you want to avoid ripoffs, you should be! Kevin Frazer of Cheyenne Camping Center goes to town on RV dealer’s unscrupulous selling practices, tricks and traps. From his take on the motives of “chain-type” dealership groups, to financing, add-on costs, extended warranties and how customers are just a means to an end. [We’ve bleeped...
2021-06-1848 minRV Travel PodcastFind a spot near Yellowstone, buy your own, tour the "Trees of Mystery," and learn how to get RV service when you need itEp. 11: Find more places to park, a mysterious destination, why a service appointment is so hard to get … plus a Yellowstone RV park that has room for you this summer. It’s all part of the RV Travel podcast … radio for the Internet!
At 2:00, host Scott Linden connects you to an RV Park in West Yellowstone that has vacancies, if you act fast.
At 7:20 Ryan Kuchler of landdocker.com explains his new service matches RV site owners with potential users. He’ll forecast trends and help you find RV spaces for sale or rent, from short-term...
2021-06-1546 minRV Travel PodcastRV Travel podcast: vacancies in Yellowstone, magic and mystery, why service takes so longEp. 11: Find more places to park, a mysterious destination, why a service appointment is so hard to get … plus a Yellowstone RV park that has room for you this summer. It’s all part of the RV Travel podcast … radio for the Internet! Click and listen here.
At 2:00, host Scott Linden connects you to an RV Park in West Yellowstone that has vacancies, if you act fast.
At 7:20 Ryan Kuchler of landdocker.com explains his new service matches RV site owners with potential users. He’ll forecast trends and help you find RV spaces for sale or re...
2021-06-1146 minRV Travel PodcastRVTravel podcast: a campsite for you in Pigeon Forge, safer water, leave a legacy, tour the new Dynamax EuropaEpisode 10 of the RV Travel podcast is “on the air” right here. It’s like talk radio on the Internet: one click and you’ll get experts answering host Scott Linden’s questions – and yours, too. You’ll find places to go, learn from your friends in the RV world and have some fun along the way.
Pick and choose when and what you listen to – at home, while reading RVTravel.com, or on the road with Apple Podcasts. Here are the topics and time codes:
2:37 YES Vacancy! Scott shares a carefully-researched destination RV park that actually ha...
2021-06-051h 20RV Travel PodcastBig developments at RVTravel.com; how supply & demand affect you; hacking the campsite crunch; save a few bucksEpisode #9: A wide-ranging episode full of useful information, whether you're searching for a campsite, buying or selling an RV, trying to keep your rig functioning well, or want to save a few bucks on everything from campsites to diesel fuel.
At 3:40 on the timeline, RV Advice Facebook group members offer suggestions on ensuring your refrigerator stays cool as summer's scorching temperatures affect its performance. At 8:30, RVTravel.com founder Chuck Woodbury announces his new role and recent developments at the website, and trends in the industry that we should be following. Next, at 23:40, new news editor Mike Gast's...
2021-05-2952 minRV Travel PodcastRV Travel podcast, the "odor episode": propane primer, a black tank that doesn't stink, that new-trailer smellEpisode #8: It’s our “odor episode!” Our noses go from propane, to black water, to that new trailer smell! We’re solving your problems, keeping you safe, and getting an in-depth look at a cool little trailer – tour conducted by the company founder!
Starting at 5:10 in the podcast, Brian Cordill of the Propane Education & Research Council takes us to school on the stuff, from safety, do’s and don’ts, and best practices to why it stinks … including do you really need to shut off your fridge when you’re traveling or re-fueling your rig? …
At 25:05 on the time...
2021-05-221h 09RV Travel PodcastRV Travel podcast: stuff you won’t get anywhere else ... industry news, must-have accessories, and a VIP tour from the builderEpisode 7: Insider information times three this week on the RV Travel podcast. First, host Scott Linden gathers three of the biggest names in the industry from RVBusiness.com: Sherman Goldenberg, Rick Kessler and Greg Fore offer insights into manufacturers’ thinking and how it affects us. They provide advice for RV travelers from their unique perspective on everything from campsite availability to new models and technology – some still on the drawing board.
Patrick and Patty McCormick of YouTube sensation “Travels with Delaney” give us their top five picks for awesome RV accessories, plus advice on traveling with pets includin...
2021-05-151h 15RV Travel PodcastGet your rig ready ... pro's help us organize our heads, the inside and outside of our RV, for summerEpisode 6: Host Scott Linden helps you get that rig road-ready for this season! Experts weigh in on everything from backing and towing to organizing the interior and exterior, and the “righter” way to deploy your power awning and extend the life of your batteries.
RVTravel.com writer Mark Polk of RV Education 101 helps us drive like a pro, and will alert us to some common goofs we make when hooking up and driving, including why your “pivot point” is so critical. Brian of “five2go” video fame will square away cupboards, closets and kids/grandkids, and share with us the...
2021-05-081h 07RV Travel PodcastFreedom. Backing. Beauty. Convenience. What else is there to life?Episode 5: Freedom is the byword here this week, from overnight visits to wineries and ranches, to readers' advice on a most critical issue ... while maintaining a healthy relationship with your spouse afterward!
RVTravel.com readers offer 99 tips on backing your rig into tight spots with humor and aplomb, while staying civil and keeping a smile on everyone's face.
Joel Holland, CEO of Harvest Hosts outlines his big expansion plans for the company, which helps you find overnight parking at unique destinations from breweries to museums. It might be your alternative to a WalMart parking lot...
2021-05-0155 minRV Travel PodcastTires to tech, staying connected, plus a factory tour of the new "Hitch" travel trailerEpisode 4: Host Scott Linden helps you have more fun, stay safe, and connect with the kids!
Let's talk: about your feelings on those bright lights at campgrounds … on other people’s RVs! Tire expert Roger Marble tells us which tire gauge to buy, how to extend the life of your tires, what you should always do before you head out of the driveway, where to look on your RV for all the tire information you need, why RV tire pressure is higher than cars and pickups. And why your tires are the red-headed stepchild of the RV indu...
2021-04-2558 minRV Travel PodcastTour Yellowstone, critical electrical considerations, tour the Jayco 1/2-ton towable 5th wheelEpisode 3: This week: advice from our electrical system guru including the right way to hook up your generator, and why "wall warts" are a bad thing. Readers and listeners share their favorite cooking gear, a listener takes us on an RV tour of Yellowstone offering tips travel strategies and time savers, we'll learn what a camp host does, and jump feet-first into the campfire debate.
We also get a personal factory tour of the new half-ton-towable Jayco Eagle 25.5REOK fifth wheel.
Seasoned RV veteran or newbie, there's something here that you probably don't know...
2021-04-181h 18RV Travel PodcastLove RV life a little more ... tour the new Safari Condo ... hack the reservation thingEpisode 2: This week’s episode of the RVTravel podcast is all about quality of life … on the road, and the hose knows ... how do you store your fresh water hose? Host Scott Linden gets opinions from readers and listeners on that mundane but critical issue.
Plus, advice on off-grid camping for newbies from an expert, and how to hack the campground reservation system from a KOA pro. And the debate goes on: in the RV world, does size really matter? The ongoing debate on RV length and your opinions and we cap the podcast with a tour of t...
2021-04-091h 01RV Travel PodcastTour: new Sol Dawn trailer, dip a toe into boondocking "light," keep your dog sane, save your eyesight, reader opinions on the campsite crunchEpisode 1: The inaugural episode of the RVTravel Podcast is chock-full of information to make your RV’ing life more fun, safer, and eliminate some of the hassles we face on the road and in the campgrounds. Host Scott Linden talks with RVTravel.com founder Chuck Woodbury about the organization, and he also reminisces about epic RV’ing moments in his life. If you’re fed up with the frustration of trying to get a reservation, you might learn enough to try boondocking … light … with a website and app that soften the transition from campground to “dry” camping.
If you have a...
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