After a long travel day, you arrive at the campground. Now what? These motorhomers drew upon their own experience to add to this month’s discussion:
Provide a tip or trick that makes setting up camp easier.
Once you have selected a campsite, let your husband park the motorhome, and you walk the dog. That way, no arguments or wrong directions will be given! Plenty of other RVers likely will be on hand to give him advice. While you are exploring the campground, you will discover where the garbage cans are located, as well as the bathrooms, laundry, clubhouse, and other facilities. It’s a walk worth taking. If all went well back at the campsite, when you return, the RV should be parked, chairs out, and a cold drink waiting.
Weta Berger, F205425
Brownsville, California
First and foremost is getting into the campground before dark! It is easier to find the campground entrance as well as navigate your space. We also try to unhook our towed vehicle on a level area before pulling into our space, which makes things go a lot easier all the way around. Having two people work on setting up makes things go quicker. We also made a list of what needs to be done in what order: e.g., hook up electric first to get the AC running; put jacks down and level the coach; check for items that moved during travel before extending the slideouts; check outside for tree branches before putting the slides and awning out, etc. We’ve also made a list to use for closing up camp, which includes putting the antenna down and closing the roof vents.
Sharon & Jon Miller, F415845
Dillsburg, Pennsylvania
If we are not familiar with the campground, we like to look at the site first before pulling in. We make sure there are no maneuvering obstructions, including low-hanging limbs. I inspect the power post to rule out reverse polarity and also look for anthills. These checks slow the setup time but eliminate some potential problems.
Bill Hendrix, F761s
Erie, Colorado
Future questions:
1. Gas or diesel: Which type of motorhome do you prefer, and why?
2. Describe a craft, hobby, activity, or sport you enjoy during a motorhome trip.