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Curtis and Rhandi · Curtis and Rhandi

Oh my gosh! We are sooooooo excited! Our loan came through today on our Fiver! We are soon (within 30 days) to be the proud owners of a Heritage Glen 337BAR!!!!!! We are so happy - extra happy because we got great terms on our loan! It will take over 30 days before we can actually pick it up - which is goo...

Gpndavid · Gpndavid

We owe a great deal to all the RV Dream veterans and founders. Feeling a bit guilty that once we started full-timing, we have not been on the forum. We moved in to our motorhome 1 June and I am still juggling work, family commitments and the RV lifestyle. We have traveled from Maryland to Alabama to Cal...

NWescapee · NWescapee

http://www.citylab.com/weather/2015/10/a-13235-mile-road-trip-for-70-degree-weather-every-day/411406/?utm_source=atlfb

Ed and Beth · Ed and Beth

We are still trying to make our decision on which 5er we will purchase, but have decided our home will be a 5er. We are in a little pinch carefully watching weights and carrying capacities as we purchased a new truck a few months ago - before our plans took a sudden leap. Our truck is a RAM 2500HD, gas. 12,90...

Sushidog · Sushidog

http://www.doityourselfrv.com/rocket-inspired-atomic-camper/

Barbaraok · Barbaraok

We're set up for the winter in Mesa. If anyone is nearby give us a holler. We're at Val Vista Barb

Second Chance · Second Chance

We're at the Pointes West Army Resort on a large lake about 20 miles northeast of Augusta, GA. My wife had some foot surgery today, so we have to stick around until a post-op visit next week. So... two weather systems are conspiring to cause some "1,000 year" flooding in the Carolinas this we...

Camper Chronicles · Camper Chronicles

Hi all, Since many of us in the dreamers class are experiencing their one year on the road anniversary, I took a stab at blogging about folks I've kept up with and included some basic statistics on the class. Although I know it doesn't include every couple, I went ahead and posted it at http://camperc...

The Bear II · The Bear II

Last night I dreamed we were camping in a desert but mountain type setting with a group. My DW & I had left the trailer and walked over to the campfire area where the group socializes. Sometime later, I went back to the trailer to discover it had been ransacked. It was weird because the trailer was...

Big Mike · Big Mike

Today we bought our first RV. 2002 Fleetwood Pace Arrow 37A Gasser. One owner, inside storage with 38k miles. In another posting I mentioned what the dealer is including:Tires, replacing windshields, batteries, etc. We are getting closer to completing steps to getting on the road. #1-minimi...

Cartap · Cartap

We hooked up to city water and all seemed fine. All of a sudden water came pouring out the potable intake valve. What are we doing wrong?

Fergizmo · Fergizmo

Like Howard & Linda teaches at all their rallies, there is no 'right' way to RV full time. It is all up to the individual. We just completed our 2nd year on the road, and while I was updating our web page and blog with our yearly stats, I was wondering how our numbers compared with you all. Our Year Two nu...

Terry and Jo · Terry and Jo

When we downsized to move from a 2250 square foot home on 3/4 of an acre, there was so much that we either sold or gave away. One of the hardest things for me to give up were the 60-some original oil paintings that my mother had painted. (We did keep a few smaller ones, and those hang on our RV walls.) Howev...

Cartap · Cartap

We're buying our first RV and considering either a used diesel or new gas. During our shopping experience, someone commented that you'll be surprised how much you go in and out of the camper. That made me wonder if using passenger door to enter the diesel is a pain? Thoughts? Thanks in advance!

bobpahl · bobpahl

Hi all, Remember me? I was at the October 2013 RV-Dreams Rally in Franklin, NC. Found my 2007 30' Airstream Classic last Labor Day. Stored it for the winter here in Minnesota waiting for my 62nd birthday. Retired from Ecolab April 30th and spent May moving from my apartment to the trailer. I've sp...

NWescapee · NWescapee

Yep, we did it again. We ignored the 2-2-2 rule, we traveled on a weekend, had a one hour time change that was not in our favor which meant we arrived after the RV park office was closed, ready for a late dinner by the time we got here and yet we still feel like we made the right decision. We knew we had to tra...

sissys · sissys

Was a happy day, got the chance to meet Coleen and Jerry, Thanks for starting out day off with a smile!!!!! Hope if/when anyone may arrive in mesa, we can all share some time. Happy Travels

NWescapee · NWescapee

Earlier this summer we got the unexpected news that my teleworker status was being revoked and I was now tied back to my Bellevue WA office and expected to be in the office on a regular basis. That of course, put us in to a big spin, trying to figure out where to live, how to stay mobile as much as possible, e...

mcphelps7 · mcphelps7

How about the new home page picture for RV dreams! That image of Howard fly fishing has been very inspiring over the years. Rocked my world a bit to see it change. Keep up the inspiring work Howard and Linda!

jrzygrl64 · jrzygrl64

Hi Everyone! I believe I had warned you all that I would be doing a second year one end blog post. The first one was more about "stuff" while this one is more about (at the title says) thoughts and reflections. There are a few topics that got left out of the first one that I talk about also. Than...

The Bear II · The Bear II

This past week while staying at an RV Resort near San Diego I decided to conduct an un-scientific test. The outside daily temps were around 84 degrees with 68% humidity. Let me set the scene: The spot we were in faced north and south with no shade trees. Our 20 year old 38ft 5th wheel is equipped with a Duo T...

NWescapee · NWescapee

I know there's a search feature here on the forum, which I really appreciate. Is there a way to also search on the Blog for RV Dreams? Ex. I remembered that Howard and Linda had boondocked in the Borrego Springs area so I was trying to locate those posts. I was thinking it was Dec of 2011 and it turned ou...

lb311 · lb311

This forum (& Howard's blog) helped me tremendously in the past few years by encouraging (and showing me exactly) how to transition to the full-timer lifestyle. Now that I've just completed my first year as a full-time RVer, I thought I'd share a blog post about how it has changed my life. http:/...

Technomadia · Technomadia

We’ve long felt that data on today’s RVers could be critical information to have when designing services, approaching companies or fighting unjust legal rulings.Knowing how many of us there are out here, and some of our basic demographics can shape so many things. Especially as the demographics o...

Talensnana · Talensnana

This was posted on another RV group member by a former cop. It is good for all of us to remember.Recently while camping, I noticed several vehicles at a Wal-Mart in the parking lot with Campground parking permits hanging off the mirrors.As a safety precaution, folks remove the parking permit once...

TRAILERKING · TRAILERKING

Has anyone had experience with this? I wanted to get RV insurance through Goodsam or Progressive. They don't offer for a Canadian registered vehicle but they both said as long as the RV is registered in a State they can provide coverage. I can still be a Canadian resident and travel with the RV back and f...

LifeBeganInaWinnebago · LifeBeganInaWinnebago

We started our RV experience when we got married almost thirty years ago with our 1970 Winnebago Chieftain that we honeymooned in Estes Park. We then purchased a new 1992 custom van and popup camper that has taken us until last week when we purchased a 2002 Holiday Rambler Imperial. We are excited to...

PROFILE Picture · hasanchez

Hello Everyone............simple question........How do I go about adding my Picture to my Profile? I'm a bit new here and still learning this great website. Thanks! Henry Sanchez Sacramento, CA

CAB · CAB

Newbie needs direction. New RV queen matress needs bedding. Should I get a waterproof, bug and allergen resistant matress pad cover? I'm worried that it will be hot to sleep on due to plastic. An issue? Yet, I want to protect my investment. It is stored aprox 6 mos per year in an outdoor storage pr...

Blackvelvet55 · Blackvelvet55

My last post is now gone completely without explanation. Did I step on someone's toes?

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	OMG - WE GOT OUR FIVER!!!!! (Preview) Oh my gosh! We are sooooooo excited! Our loan came through today on our Fiver! We are soon (within 30 days) to be the proud owners of a Heritage Glen 337BAR!!!!!! We are so happy - extra happy because we got great terms on our loan! It will take over 30 days before we can actually pick it up - which is goo...	Curtis and Rhandi	20	2529	05:29 PM Oct 26, 2015 by dhshaw
	Report from 4 months Full-time (Preview) We owe a great deal to all the RV Dream veterans and founders. Feeling a bit guilty that once we started full-timing, we have not been on the forum. We moved in to our motorhome 1 June and I am still juggling work, family commitments and the RV lifestyle. We have traveled from Maryland to Alabama to Cal...	Gpndavid	9	1896	05:38 AM Oct 26, 2015 by heyduke
	For those of us chasing those perfect 70 degree days! (Preview) http://www.citylab.com/weather/2015/10/a-13235-mile-road-trip-for-70-degree-weather-every-day/411406/?utm_source=atlfb	NWescapee	1	1995	08:44 PM Oct 21, 2015 by fun2travel
	Scooter carriers for 5th wheel? scooter 5er carrier (Preview) We are still trying to make our decision on which 5er we will purchase, but have decided our home will be a 5er. We are in a little pinch carefully watching weights and carrying capacities as we purchased a new truck a few months ago - before our plans took a sudden leap. Our truck is a RAM 2500HD, gas. 12,90...	Ed and Beth	4	5278	01:07 PM Oct 18, 2015 by Ed and Beth
	Rocketship Camper (Preview) http://www.doityourselfrv.com/rocket-inspired-atomic-camper/	Sushidog	8	1642	07:04 PM Oct 8, 2015 by SuzieQ
	Set up for winter in Mesa (Preview) We're set up for the winter in Mesa. If anyone is nearby give us a holler. We're at Val Vista Barb	Barbaraok	12	1444	10:34 PM Oct 7, 2015 by TRAILERKING
	Anyone in the Carolinas right now? severe weather South Carolina North Carolina (Preview) We're at the Pointes West Army Resort on a large lake about 20 miles northeast of Augusta, GA. My wife had some foot surgery today, so we have to stick around until a post-op visit next week. So... two weather systems are conspiring to cause some "1,000 year" flooding in the Carolinas this we...	Second Chance	9	2405	08:01 AM Oct 4, 2015 by Second Chance
	Dreamers Class of 2014 One Year on the Road!!! (Preview) Hi all, Since many of us in the dreamers class are experiencing their one year on the road anniversary, I took a stab at blogging about folks I've kept up with and included some basic statistics on the class. Although I know it doesn't include every couple, I went ahead and posted it at http://camperc...	Camper Chronicles	3	978	08:44 PM Oct 3, 2015 by jrzygrl64
	Weird Dream (Preview) Last night I dreamed we were camping in a desert but mountain type setting with a group. My DW & I had left the trailer and walked over to the campfire area where the group socializes. Sometime later, I went back to the trailer to discover it had been ransacked. It was weird because the trailer was...	The Bear II	9	1234	03:13 PM Oct 3, 2015 by LifeBeganInaWinnebago
	Took a Huge Step for Our Future Today (Preview) Today we bought our first RV. 2002 Fleetwood Pace Arrow 37A Gasser. One owner, inside storage with 38k miles. In another posting I mentioned what the dealer is including:Tires, replacing windshields, batteries, etc. We are getting closer to completing steps to getting on the road. #1-minimi...	Big Mike	2	907	11:46 AM Oct 3, 2015 by Camper Chronicles
	Help. Newbies out for first time! Water probs. (Preview) We hooked up to city water and all seemed fine. All of a sudden water came pouring out the potable intake valve. What are we doing wrong?	Cartap	4	811	07:58 PM Oct 2, 2015 by Barbaraok
	There is no 'right' way to full time RV (Preview) Like Howard & Linda teaches at all their rallies, there is no 'right' way to RV full time. It is all up to the individual. We just completed our 2nd year on the road, and while I was updating our web page and blog with our yearly stats, I was wondering how our numbers compared with you all. Our Year Two nu...	Fergizmo	24	2470	06:42 AM Sep 29, 2015 by The Sages
	What's Your "Useless" Take-a-Long Keeper? (Preview) When we downsized to move from a 2250 square foot home on 3/4 of an acre, there was so much that we either sold or gave away. One of the hardest things for me to give up were the 60-some original oil paintings that my mother had painted. (We did keep a few smaller ones, and those hang on our RV walls.) Howev...	Terry and Jo	11	1758	05:00 PM Sep 25, 2015 by MikkiNJay
	Passenger entry door awkward? (Preview) We're buying our first RV and considering either a used diesel or new gas. During our shopping experience, someone commented that you'll be surprised how much you go in and out of the camper. That made me wonder if using passenger door to enter the diesel is a pain? Thoughts? Thanks in advance!	Cartap	8	1305	09:13 AM Sep 20, 2015 by Barbaraok
	I did it - retired April 30th, went full-time June 1st! Hazzah! (Preview) Hi all, Remember me? I was at the October 2013 RV-Dreams Rally in Franklin, NC. Found my 2007 30' Airstream Classic last Labor Day. Stored it for the winter here in Minnesota waiting for my 62nd birthday. Retired from Ecolab April 30th and spent May moving from my apartment to the trailer. I've sp...	bobpahl	6	1372	08:46 AM Sep 16, 2015 by PIEERE
	Breaking all the rules!! (Preview) Yep, we did it again. We ignored the 2-2-2 rule, we traveled on a weekend, had a one hour time change that was not in our favor which meant we arrived after the RV park office was closed, ready for a late dinner by the time we got here and yet we still feel like we made the right decision. We knew we had to tra...	NWescapee	8	1650	03:53 PM Sep 15, 2015 by Camper Chronicles
	Met new friend!!! (Preview) Was a happy day, got the chance to meet Coleen and Jerry, Thanks for starting out day off with a smile!!!!! Hope if/when anyone may arrive in mesa, we can all share some time. Happy Travels	sissys	0	806	05:19 PM Sep 12, 2015 by sissys
	Update on our change in plans / work situation (Preview) Earlier this summer we got the unexpected news that my teleworker status was being revoked and I was now tied back to my Bellevue WA office and expected to be in the office on a regular basis. That of course, put us in to a big spin, trying to figure out where to live, how to stay mobile as much as possible, e...	NWescapee	5	1693	01:10 PM Sep 10, 2015 by Barbaraok
	Woa! New home page picture! (Preview) How about the new home page picture for RV dreams! That image of Howard fly fishing has been very inspiring over the years. Rocked my world a bit to see it change. Keep up the inspiring work Howard and Linda!	mcphelps7	4	998	08:26 AM Sep 9, 2015 by PIEERE
	Year ONE - Thoughts and Reflections (Preview) Hi Everyone! I believe I had warned you all that I would be doing a second year one end blog post. The first one was more about "stuff" while this one is more about (at the title says) thoughts and reflections. There are a few topics that got left out of the first one that I talk about also. Than...	jrzygrl64	4	1407	07:09 AM Sep 5, 2015 by jrzygrl64
	Air Conditioning Test (Preview) This past week while staying at an RV Resort near San Diego I decided to conduct an un-scientific test. The outside daily temps were around 84 degrees with 68% humidity. Let me set the scene: The spot we were in faced north and south with no shade trees. Our 20 year old 38ft 5th wheel is equipped with a Duo T...	The Bear II	0	852	12:48 PM Sep 4, 2015 by The Bear II
	Search function on the RV Dreams blog?? (Preview) I know there's a search feature here on the forum, which I really appreciate. Is there a way to also search on the Blog for RV Dreams? Ex. I remembered that Howard and Linda had boondocked in the Borrego Springs area so I was trying to locate those posts. I was thinking it was Dec of 2011 and it turned ou...	NWescapee	4	1154	09:11 AM Sep 3, 2015 by Howard
	1st Year of Full-Timing Now in the Rear View Mirror! (Preview) This forum (& Howard's blog) helped me tremendously in the past few years by encouraging (and showing me exactly) how to transition to the full-timer lifestyle. Now that I've just completed my first year as a full-time RVer, I thought I'd share a blog post about how it has changed my life. http:/...	lb311	11	1532	02:11 PM Aug 31, 2015 by shystywolf
	Take the RVer Census - Let Your Voice Be Heard! (Preview) We’ve long felt that data on today’s RVers could be critical information to have when designing services, approaching companies or fighting unjust legal rulings.Knowing how many of us there are out here, and some of our basic demographics can shape so many things. Especially as the demographics o...	Technomadia	5	1418	07:17 AM Aug 31, 2015 by Camper Chronicles
	Remove your camping tags when sightseeing for safety (Preview) This was posted on another RV group member by a former cop. It is good for all of us to remember.Recently while camping, I noticed several vehicles at a Wal-Mart in the parking lot with Campground parking permits hanging off the mirrors.As a safety precaution, folks remove the parking permit once...	Talensnana	8	1658	07:39 PM Aug 30, 2015 by Barbaraok
	Canadian registering an RV in the U.S. (Preview) Has anyone had experience with this? I wanted to get RV insurance through Goodsam or Progressive. They don't offer for a Canadian registered vehicle but they both said as long as the RV is registered in a State they can provide coverage. I can still be a Canadian resident and travel with the RV back and f...	TRAILERKING	2	788	06:18 PM Aug 30, 2015 by canuck
	New to us RV (Preview) We started our RV experience when we got married almost thirty years ago with our 1970 Winnebago Chieftain that we honeymooned in Estes Park. We then purchased a new 1992 custom van and popup camper that has taken us until last week when we purchased a 2002 Holiday Rambler Imperial. We are excited to...	LifeBeganInaWinnebago	2	1002	09:36 AM Aug 30, 2015 by LifeBeganInaWinnebago
	PROFILE Picture (Preview) Hello Everyone............simple question........How do I go about adding my Picture to my Profile? I'm a bit new here and still learning this great website. Thanks! Henry Sanchez Sacramento, CA	hasanchez	6	1265	08:26 AM Aug 24, 2015 by hasanchez
	RV matress covers (Preview) Newbie needs direction. New RV queen matress needs bedding. Should I get a waterproof, bug and allergen resistant matress pad cover? I'm worried that it will be hot to sleep on due to plastic. An issue? Yet, I want to protect my investment. It is stored aprox 6 mos per year in an outdoor storage pr...	CAB	2	1215	07:29 AM Aug 24, 2015 by CAB
	What happened? (Preview) My last post is now gone completely without explanation. Did I step on someone's toes?	Blackvelvet55	7	1660	09:25 PM Aug 23, 2015 by Bill and Jodee
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