Learn To RV: The Podcast

Send us Fan MailCommunity Spotlight Is Sponsored by RV Roofing Solutions A used RV with ants crawling through it. A 27-foot Winnebago bought on the spot instead. And six years later they’re still rolling. Our Captain’s Logs are a Chicago-area family of four + three dogs who RV part-time around two full-time jobs, two teenage daughters, and a full school and activity calendar. Tasha sat down with the self-proclaimed Captain Pete and his Co-pilot Meghan to talk Disney strategy, packing systems, the RV breakdown that put them to the test, and why the RV community turned out to be the best part of the whole thing. Learn How:•        A canceled dance schedule & COVID lockdown finally got them into an RV •        The real math behind part-time RVing starts in November•        They make the most of a family trip to Disney & if they’d choose the campground or the hotel•        They pack their 40-foot Super C & the Captain’s logistics and operations for a family of four•        A roadside scare ended in an overnight truck stop stay •        The community became the most unexpectedly rewarding part of the journey•        To make this lifestyle work for you Links & Resources:🚐 rvroofingsolutions.com🔗 Find Meghan & Pete (Our Captain’s Logs): ourcaptainslogs.com📘 Facebook: Our Captain’s Logs📸 Instagram: @ourcaptainslogs🎵 TikTok: @ourcaptainslogs📺 YouTube: Our Captain’s Logs📅 RV Rallies: learntorv.com/rv-rally-calendar🤝 RV Community & Groups: learntorv.com/rv-community👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com📺 YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Podcast: learntorvthepodcast.com 💛 Support the Pod:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Have an RV story about making part-time (or full-time) life on the road work for your family? Share it in our Facebook community or email [email protected] to be featured on a Campfire Confessions episode!✨ If Meghan and Pete’s story got you thinking about your next trip, subscribe, share, and review at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailTracking Weather on the Road Is Sponsored by RV Roofing Solutions Weather isn’t just small talk when you travel in an RV — it’s a safety issue. Jennifer and Tasha discuss how they track weather on the road, the specific apps that have saved their trips (and maybe their rigs), and the hard lessons they’ve learned from brownouts, water spouts, tornadoes, and hail. From AQI (listen to learn what it is!) to evacuation strategies, they cover the weather topics RVers don’t talk about enough. Learn How:•        To tell the difference between a tornado watch & warning•        To keep the AQI on your radar & your health top of mind•        Weather apps can change the game for your route planning•        To manage if your campground doesn’t have a storm shelter•        To build a simple weather routine that protects your family & your rig Links & Resources:🚐 RV Roofing Solutions: rvroofingsolutions.com🗺️ RV Weather (route-based forecasting): rvweather.com⛈️ Weather Underground: wunderground.com☀️ NOAA Weather: noaa.gov/weather📱 WeatherWise App: weatherwise.app🌪️ Ryan Hall Y’all: ryanhallyall.com🐛 WeatherBug (lightning strike tracker): weatherbug.com🌡️ AccuWeather: accuweather.com👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com 💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕) 💬 What’s your most memorable weather lesson from the road? Share it in our Facebook community. Have a wild story to share around the campfire? Email [email protected] to submit it for Campfire Confessions. If yours is read on the air, we’ll send you a Campfire Confessions sticker! ✨ If this episode kept you safer, subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and leave a review. Your support keeps the stories coming!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailSponsored by RV Roofing Solutions What would you do if a breast cancer diagnosis landed in the middle of your full-time RV life? Jennifer Skinnell and her husband Mike have been living their don’t wait motto since 2019, and when life threw them the ultimate curveball, they didn’t stop rolling. Jennifer, a creative writer, quilter, and Learn To RV contributor, shares the raw, real story behind the Skinnell’s life on the road, their unforgettable Alaska and Baja California adventures, and the book she wrote to help others facing the unthinkable while chasing their dreams. This episode is for anyone who keeps saying “someday” — because someday isn’t promised. Learn How:•        Waiting to start your RV journey could cost you more than you think•        To manage routine medical care, mammograms, dental, and follow-ups as a full-time RVer•        To navigate a serious health diagnosis while living on the road•        RV tours like Fantasy RV Tours can unlock experiences you’d never plan on your own•        To travel Alaska and Baja California by RV and survive the dust•        Full-time RV life shapes your relationship and your resilience Links & Resources:✍️ Jennifer Skinnell — Author & RV Writer:•        Author website & books: jenniferskinnell.com•        Travel blog: theramblingquilter.com•        Don’t Wait: Our Full-Time RV Journey Through Breast Cancer — available on Amazon🚐 RV Resources:•        Fantasy RV Tours — Guided group RV tours to Alaska, Baja, and more•        Learn To RV Blog•        Escapees RV Club🎤 Visit Our Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Podcast Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel 💛 Support the Podcast:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, exclusive episodes, + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕) 💬 Have you dealt with a health challenge on the road, or are you still waiting to take that big trip? Share your story in our Facebook community! ✨ If this episode resonated with you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review. Your support helps!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailSlow Travel, New Horizons Is Sponsored by RV Roofing Solutions Most RVers know how to dump their tanks and boondock overnight at Walmart, but taking that same adventurous spirit overseas can feel intimidating. Jennifer and Tasha sit down with Suzy May of Wander WorldSchool to map out how RVers can take slow, long-term travel global. Whether traveling with teens, as a couple, or solo, dig into the mindset shift, the money, and the logistics that make international travel more affordable and far less overwhelming than it looks from the driver’s seat. Learn How:•        Fast, packed itineraries can cost more than slow, long-term travel•        The first question before crossing a border shapes everything after•        The “Schengen shuffle” & the 90/180 rule really work for U.S. passport holders•        To know if a digital nomad visa is worth the hassle or if a tourist visa is plenty•        Some families cut their housing costs to almost nothing while traveling•        To plan for the four budget buckets every international trip really comes down to•        A points-&-miles approach stretches one set of flights across months•        To prep kids & parents for culture shock, jet lag, & food allergies abroad with simple steps Links & Resources:🚐 rvroofingsolutions.com🌍 Suzy May / Wander WorldSchool: suzymaywander.com🎧 Wander WorldSchool Podcast: wanderworldschool.com🌍 Suzy’s Tanzania Episode: Listen here📘 Suzy’s eBook, Tracker & Resources: beacons.ai/suzymaywander📱 Follow Suzy: TikTok | Instagram | YouTube | Substack🏡 House Sit to Travel for Less: trustedhousesitters.com🏆 Great American RV Scavenger Hunt: learntorv.com💰 Make Money on the Road: learntorv.com👥 Roadschooling Facebook Group👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com🎤 learntorvthepodcast.com📺 Watch: Learn To RV Channel 💛 Support the Pod:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew — first 7 days free! Early access + bonus content + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Dreaming about taking your travels global? Have a Campfire Confession or a tip we missed? Email [email protected]. If it’s read on air, we’ll send you a sticker!✨ Subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and leave a review. Your support keeps the stories and rigs rolling!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailCommunity Spotlight Is Sponsored by RV Roofing Solutions An RV power inlet on fire, a wife yelling, and a fire extinguisher emptied. For Navy-trained electronics tech and master-technician’s son Matthew Putman, that night didn’t end the adventure. It sparked a mission. Jennifer visits with the veteran inventor behind Strain Guard to talk about the failure point most RVers never think about, the two-year search for a fix that didn’t exist, and how a challenge from his wife turned into a patent-pending product built to protect families and their rigs. Learn How:•        One in four RV electrical failures trace back to a single overlooked failure point•        A power inlet caught fire & haunted Matthew afterward•        Matthew’s first prototype failed his wife’s approval & what she demanded instead•        Strain Guard delivers a surprise benefit that Matthew never anticipated•        After-market solutions can help your power draw, heat, & peace of mind•        Often you should really be swapping out that heavy power cord•        A Navy tech chose slow, tested, & steady over cashing in fast Links & Resources:🔌 Strain Guard: strainguard.com✉️ Email Matthew: [email protected]⚡ RV Voltage Explained: learntorv.com/rv-voltage🔧 RV Basics: learntorv.com/rv-basics🚐 rvroofingsolutions.com📅 RV Rallies: learntorv.com/rv-rally-calendar🤝 RV Community & Groups: learntorv.com/rv-community👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com📺 YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Podcast: learntorvthepodcast.com 💛 Support the Pod:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Do you have an RV story about resilience, a clever fix, or a product that protects your rig? Share it in our Facebook community or email [email protected] to be featured on a Campfire Confessions episode!✨ If Matthew’s story sparked something, subscribe, share, and review at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailPesty Buggers Is Sponsored by RV Roofing Solutions A farmhouse view, wildflowers, a soul finally at rest — and then a trail of nibble marks straight down a sleeve of lemon Oreos. In this episode, Jennifer and Tasha trade their most unforgettable RV pest stories, from scorpions and ghost ants to animals with a taste for roof sealant, then get practical about keeping the pesty buggers out. Because RVs have thinner walls and more ways in than a sticks-and-bricks, they focus on family-safe, low-toxic prevention you can actually use in a tight space with kids and pets and what to do when something sneaks in anyway. Learn How:•        Your RV is an easier target for pests than any house •        To identify penetration points most RVers never think to seal •        To battle ants, rodents, wasps, and more with family-safe, low-tox options that won’t fill your rig with chemicals•        “Miracle” pest hacks actually hold up & which are just campground folklore•        Some sealants attract bigger pests & what crows & raccoons can do to a roof•        Seasonal critters can follow you down the road, plus what jobs you should call in pros for•        A park manager named Ralph saved the day & tried to move in Links & Resources:🚐 rvroofingsolutions.com🐭 Mice in the RV: learntorv.com/mice-in-the-rv🪲 Ticks & Alpha-Gal Syndrome: learntorvthepodcast.com      Threats to Watch For: learntorv.com/rv-travel-health-threats🔧 RV Basics: learntorv.com/rv-basics🏆 RV Scavenger Hunt: learntorv.com/the-ultimate-summer-scavenger-hunt🎤 learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com📺 YouTube: Learn To RV Channel 💛 Support the Pod:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew — first 7 days free! Early access + bonus content + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕) 💬 Got a pesty bugger horror story or a fix that saved your rig? Share it in our Facebook community or email [email protected]. If it’s read on air, we’ll send you a sticker! ✨ Subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and leave a review. Your support keeps the stories and rigs rolling!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailCommunity Spotlight Is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsA year and a half of planning, a camper and a truck bought a week apart, and a launch date set. Then twenty-four hours on the road that would have sent most families straight home. Nearly five years later, Ashliy and Jake of WanderAboutFullTimeRV are still rolling in that very same rig. Jennifer met the full-time RV couple at an Xscapers event and sat down with them to talk roadschooling, workamping with kids, and the hard-won mindset that keeps them rolling when life on the road refuses to go as planned. Learn How:•        They’re still in their original rig nearly five years later & what they do instead of buying new•        Two very different workamping jobs shaped what their kids took from the road•        The homeschool-to-roadschool path to an accredited high school diploma•        A teen learned earning his own money at a Sunday-morning volunteer gig•        Ashliy built a growing brand on short, no-fluff phone videos, no fancy gear required•        A one-word answer keeps them going when the road gets hard•        It’s really like to be a woman running RV maintenance Links & Resources:🚐 rvroofingsolutions.com🔗 Find Ashliy & Jake (WanderAboutFullTimeRV): linktr.ee/ashliysutterfield🏆 2026 Ultimate Summer Scavenger Hunt: learntorv.com📚 Roadschooling: learntorv.com/roadschooling💰 Make Money While Full-Time RVing: learntorv.com💵 Make Money on the Road: learntorv.com🤝 RV Community & Groups: learntorv.com/rv-community📅 RV Rallies: learntorv.com/rv-rally-calendar👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com📺 YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Podcast: learntorvthepodcast.com 💛 Support the Pod:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Dreaming about taking your family full-time or already roadschooling and figuring it out as you go? Share your story in our Facebook community or email [email protected] to be featured on a Campfire Confessions episode!✨ If Ashliy and Jake’s story gave you the nudge to just buy the RV, subscribe, share, and review at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailBeyond the Brand Is Sponsored by Tow Tether If your trailer broke away at highway speed, you’d trust your breakaway cable to do its job. But where did you hook it up? Jennifer sits down with Andy Garcia, co-founder of Tow Tether, to unpack a towing safety gap most RVers don’t realize exists. What began as a fleet compliance fix for a concrete company grew into a simple, made-in-America device that could change the way you hook up your rig. Learn How:•        A breakaway cable attached to the wrong point can fail when you need it most•        Tow Tether gives your breakaway system a dedicated, independent anchor point•        Tow Tether installs in under a minute, includes its own tool, & only goes on one way•        An overlooked DOT regulation costs some haulers hundreds of dollars per stop•        A year of real fleet testing shaped a stainless-steel design built far beyond the standard•        Tow Tether fits travel trailers, fifth wheels, boats, & utility trailers alike Links & Resources:🔗 towtether.com⛰️ 2026 Ultimate Summer Scavenger Hunt👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV📺 YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Website: learntorvthepodcast.com💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus and exclusive content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Know an RVer who hooks their breakaway cable to the chain? Share this episode — it could be the safeguard they didn’t know they needed. Have a story for Campfire Confessions? Email [email protected].✨ Subscribe so you never miss a Beyond the Brand drop on Wednesdays at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailNational Park Changes 2026 Is Sponsored by RV Roofing Solutions The rules changed at the gate this year, and a surprise there can throw off an entire trip. In this episode, Tasha and Jennifer walk RVers through the major 2026 National Park updates — from passes to pricing to staffing — so you arrive prepared instead of caught off guard. They keep it fair, factual, and friendly, with a few light campfire stories and some heavy moments along the way. Learn How:•        The America the Beautiful Pass changed in a big way for 2026•        New tiered pricing with an added $100 surcharge (on top of the entrance fee) now hits certain visitors at 11 of the most-visited parks•        Fee-free days got an overhaul •        Three popular parks just dropped a requirement that frustrated trip planners•        Staffing shifts may quietly change what you find when you arrive•        One free app & a little prep time can save your trip when you step out of cell range•        A simple bookstore purchase puts money straight back into the park•        Junior Ranger booklets are still around at most locations Note: Junior Ranger booklets are still available throughout the National Park System, but some parks now charge for them. Check nps.gov to see if there is a charge at the park you are visiting. Links & Resources:🏞️ NPS Trip Planning & App: nps.gov🏆 Great American RV Scavenger Hunt: learntorv.com/2026-the-ultimate-summer-scavenger-hunt🐻 Bear Safety in Yellowstone: learntorv.com🦌 Wildlife Encounters on the Road: learntorv.com🚐 rvroofingsolutions.com  |  📞 888-847-7010👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com🎤 learntorvthepodcast.com📺 Watch: Learn To RV Channel 💛 Support the Pod:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew — first 7 days free! Early access + bonus content + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕) 💬 Heading to a park this summer? Share this episode with an RVer who books last-minute. Got a national park memory or a tip we missed? Email [email protected]. If it is read on air, we will send you a sticker! ✨ Subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and leave a review. Your support keeps the stories and rigs rolling! Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailCommunity Spotlight Is Sponsored by RV Roofing Solutions Twenty-three years of chasing a career across the country gave Jeanine and her husband Chad plenty of practice at starting over, but life on the road asked a harder question: how do you build real friendships when you never stay anywhere long? In this Community Spotlight, Jennifer sits down with the self-described introvert behind The Random Rovers to talk about finding your people when you’d rather hang back, and why their motto really is “random.” Learn How:•        A self-described introvert builds genuine friendships without knocking on a single door•        One accidental black eye turned into an instant icebreaker on their very first trip•        Being “friendly on purpose” looks different when you’re the quiet one in the rig•        A last-minute flight to Vegas says everything about going to your community instead of waiting for it•        “See you laters” beat goodbyes & the one contact-info habit that keeps friendships alive•        Why rallies may be the easiest place on earth for an introvert to make friends Links & Resources:🚐 rvroofingsolutions.com📺 Find The Random Rovers: youtube.com/@TheRandomRovers📸 @therandomrovers✉️ [email protected]🤝 RV Community & Groups: learntorv.com/rv-community📅 RV Rallies: learntorv.com/rv-rally-calendar💰 Make Money on the Road: learntorv.com/how-to-make-money-on-the-road🎤 Ep. 2.32: Friendship w/ Joni Leigh: learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com📺 YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Podcast: learntorvthepodcast.com 💛 Support the Pod:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕) 💬 Are you an introvert finding your people on the road or still working up the courage? Share your story in our Facebook community or email [email protected] to be featured on a Campfire Confessions episode! ✨ If Jeanine’s story gave you the nudge you needed, subscribe, share, and review at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailGeysers, Groundhogs & Paper Maché Is Sponsored by RV Roofing Solutions Every RVer has a tank story. Some are funny. Some are not. And some end with a power washer wand where it absolutely should not go. In this episode, Jennifer and Tasha sit down with Tim of Prime Tank Pros, a full-time RVer turned professional tank cleaning expert with thousands of tanks cleaned and a law enforcement career that never, ever prepared him for this. Whether you’re a first-timer who just realized your RV has three kinds of tanks or a full-timer wondering why your sensors keep lying to you, this one’s for you. Learn How:•        The one-two rule keeps you from a time capsule of regret•        A leaky valve left open for two years turns waste to concrete & why that matters when buying used•        The Valterra Flush King outperforms the built-in black tank flush on most coaches•        Ice cubes, Dawn dish soap, & flushable wipes are myths•        Sensors work or don’t work & what to watch instead•        Full-timers and weekend warriors need different tank care schedules•        To sanitize your freshwater tank the right way•        DIY tank repair can cross the line but a pro hydro jet cleaning resets everything to zero Links & Resources:🚰 Prime Tank Pros: primetankpros.com  |  📞 308-227-9506🏆 Summer Scavenger Hunt: learntorv.com/2026-the-ultimate-summer-scavenger-hunt🔧 RV Basics: learntorv.com/rv-basics🚐 rvroofingsolutions.com🎤 learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com📺 YouTube: Learn To RV Channel💛 Support the Pod:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew — first 7 days free! Early access + bonus content + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕) 💬 Got a tank horror story or a fix that saved the day? Share it in our Facebook community or email [email protected]. If it’s read on air, we’ll send you a sticker!✨ Subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and leave a review. Your support keeps the stories and rigs rolling!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailCommunity Spotlight Is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsShe had a five-month-old, a toddler, a Houston zip code, and a husband running a remote marketing company. And in six weeks flat, they sold the house, shed most of their stuff, and hit the road. Three years later, Missy Jack of Jack Adventures Await has three kids (you read that right; one more than when they started!), 38 national parks under their belt, and a perspective on family RV life that cuts right through the highlight reel.Learn How:•        Six weeks was all it took to go from “what if we RVed?” to full-time life•        Having a baby in an RV is actually possible•        Missy & her husband stay connected as a couple and how date nights look for them on the road•        Saying goodbye is the hardest part of friendship•        “Speed dating at the playground” can help you find your RV tribe•        Road life expanded Missy’s circle in ways a sticks-and-bricks life never did•        Foraging for wild onions has motivated a four-year-old•        Missy is getting through the one thing nobody told her about RV life before hitting the road Links & Resources:🌐 Jack Adventures Await: loganjack.com📸 Instagram: @jackadventuresawait🎵 TikTok: @jackadventuresawait🔗 Pillar: pillar.io/jackadventuresawait🤝 RV Community: learntorv.com/rv-community📚 Roadschooling: learntorv.com/roadschooling🎤 Ep. 2.32 – Finding Your People w/ Joni Leigh: learntorvthepodcast.com🎤 Ep. 2.40 – Solo Dad Ron the Nomad on Friendship: learntorvthepodcast.com🚐 rvroofingsolutions.com🎤 learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com📺 YouTube: Learn To RV Channel💛 Support the Pod:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 RV parent with littles or dreaming of it? Share your story in our Facebook community or email [email protected] to be featured on a Campfire Confessions episode!✨ If Missy’s story spoke to you, subscribe, share, and review wherever you listen or at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

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Send us Fan MailDyslexia Isn’t a Barrier Is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsThree of Jennifer’s seven kids are dyslexic. So, is her husband, Frank. For years, she didn’t have the right tools. In this episode, Jennifer sits down with Russell Van Brocklen, a New York State Senate-funded dyslexia researcher and founder of dyslexiaclasses.com, to talk about what dyslexia really is, how to spot it in your child, and a research-backed method that took one student from the 11th-percentile reading level to the 64th in less than nine months.Learn How:•        Two questions can tell you in minutes if your child may be dyslexic•        Pens, pencils, cell phones, & tablets may be making things worse•        Brain science explains why dyslexia causes struggles with sentences, spelling, & grammar•        You can use a step-by-step method with kids as young as 7 to build college-level writing skills from the ground up•        Dyslexia can actually be an unfair advantage•        Roadschooling families can take action today, even without IEP coordinators or a school system•        To get a free 30-minute consultation with RussellLinks & Resources:🧠 Russell’s Program: dyslexiaclasses.com📚 Find the Course: skool.com — search “Dyslexia Classes”🚐 rvroofingsolutions.com🏕️ Roadschooling Resources: learntorv.com/roadschooling📘 College Credit on the Road: learntorv.com✏️ Back to School with IXL: learntorv.com👥 Roadschooling Facebook Group🎤️ learntorvthepodcast.com👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch: Learn To RV Channel💛 Support the Podcast:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew — first 7 days free! Early access + bonus content + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Did this episode hit close to home? Share it with a roadschooling family who needs it. Have a story for Campfire Confessions? Email [email protected]. If it’s read on air, we’ll send you a sticker!✨ Subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and leave a review. Your support keeps the stories and rigs rolling!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailCommunity Spotlight Is Sponsored by RV Roofing Solutions He left his tech career, packed up his kid and parrots, and hit the road with just a why and the will to take the next small action. At a content creators event in Tampa, Jennifer crossed paths with Ron the Nomad, a solo RVing dad who’s building a full-time life on the road. His story is one of quiet intention, relentless resourcefulness, and the kind of fatherhood that refuses to stay comfortable. Learn How:•        A solo dad traded a St. Louis apartment for a Class A motorhome•        An introverted single parent gets intentional about friendship •        Ron challenges his teenager to build his network at rallies•        The road offers cultural education you can’t find in a classroom•        3D printing, AI consulting, social media, and genealogy research fund a life on the road•        The fears in your head can be overcome•        Faith, community, and finding your people gets done as a nomad Links & Resources:🔗 Find Ron: pillar.io/ron.m.davis🤝 RV Community: learntorv.com/rv-community💰 Make Money on the Road: learntorv.com/how-to-make-money-on-the-road📅 RV Rallies: learntorv.com/rv-rally-calendar🎤 Ep. 2.32: Friendship w/ Joni Leigh: learntorvthepodcast.com🚐 rvroofingsolutions.com🎤 learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com📺 YouTube: Learn To RV Channel💛 Support the Pod:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Are you a solo parent on the road or dreaming of it? Share your story in our Facebook community or email [email protected] to be featured on a Campfire Confessions episode!✨ If Ron’s story lit something up in you, subscribe, share, and review at learntorvthepodcast.com! Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailMore Than a Fuel Card Is Sponsored by Open Roads It started with a simple question: “Can I put this in my RV?” In three months, that one question led to 5,000 customers. Today, it’s a program that’s saving full-timers, weekend warriors, and everyone in between thousands of dollars on diesel, campgrounds, tires, insurance, and more.  Jennifer sits down with Gina Leeper, President and CEO of Open Roads, to break down everything this program offers, and why the window to lock in the biggest savings is almost closed. Learn How:•        The free Open Roads fuel card works & how easy it is to sign-up at myopenroads.com•        To access more than 35 merchant partners & nearly 4,000 fuel discount locations across the U.S.•        Love’s newest discount is now live & how Open Roads looks to spread these savings this year•        The VIP program unlocks $5,000+ in discounts RVers can really use•        The first 5,000 VIP members lock in their $99 rate for life•        Open Roads’ members help provide clean water across 4 continents when they purchase fuel•        Adventure Genie, the AI-powered trip planning tool inside the app, shows fuel stops, campgrounds, & stops along your route•        Open Roads’ first-ever rally hits Pigeon Forge, Tennessee this fall & spots are going fast Links & Resources:🚐 myopenroads.com          Registering for the Nov. Pigeon Forge Rally? Don’t forget! Tell [email protected] Gina told you about it on Learn To RV the Podcast: Beyond the Brand!📅 RV Rally Calendar: learntorv.com/rv-rally-calendar👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV📺 YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎤️ learntorvthepodcast.com💛 Support the Podcast:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus and exclusive content, early access, + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Already an Open Roads member? Share this episode with an RVer who’s still paying full price at the pump. Have a story for Campfire Confessions? Email [email protected].✨ Subscribe so you never miss a Beyond the Brand drop on Wednesdays at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailBeyond the BBQ Is Sponsored by RV Roofing Solutions Most people associate Memorial Day with campgrounds, cookouts, and the start of summer. But for military families on the road, it’s something else entirely. Jennifer, Tasha, and guest host Ashley Gallaher of Campfires and Motors talk honestly about what this day means when someone you love has served or didn’t come home. Learn About:•        The real difference between Memorial Day & Veterans Day & why it matters•        Why “Happy Memorial Day” can land differently than intended•        How veterans experience this day privately & how military spouses support•        The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the POW/MIA table, & other traditions many don’t know•        How to teach your kids about the holiday’s history•        Resources for veterans & military families who may be struggling 🌐 Crisis & Support Resources:🚨 Veterans Crisis Line: 988, press 1 | Text 838255 | VeteransCrisisLine.net/chat📱 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741📞 Military OneSource: 1-800-342-9647 | militaryonesource.mil🧠 Veterans Affairs: mentalhealth.va.gov/suicide_prevention💛 healingwarriorhearts.org🌟 americasgoldstarfamilies.org🌹 americangoldstarmothers.org🤝 valorwell.org Links & Resources:🚐 rvroofingsolutions.com🏕️ campfiresandmotors.com👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com👥 Free: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV📺 Watch: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ learntorvthepodcast.com 💛 Support the Pod:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew — first 7 days free! Early access + bonus content + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕) 💬 Know a veteran or military family who needs to hear this? Share this episode. Have a story for Campfire Confessions? Email [email protected]. ✨ Subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and leave a review. Your support keeps the stories and the rigs rolling!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailCommunity Spotlight Is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsTwenty-two years of RVing, a 40-foot Tiffin Allegra Red, and a love of the road that a life-changing diagnosis couldn't stop. At the Adventure Bandits Bash in Texas, Jennifer met Thomas and Denise of the Golden Life Travelers. They shared how they started small and upgraded through five rigs to build a life defined by community, faith, family — and the kind of resilience that doesn't ask for permission. Learn About:•        Starting out as a young couple with no RV community & how one campground rally changed everything•        Why Thomas walks 2–2.5 miles, five days a week, & what it's doing to his numbers•        What PK is & how a live donor could change Thomas's life•        How to participate in the #WalkForAKidney challenge & how you could be featured on their Golden Life Travelers YouTube channel•        What Thomas & Denise would tell anyone standing at the edge of the RVing plunge•        How Adventure Bandits introduced them to the modern RV community & why their YouTube channel hit 13,000 subscribers in just a few months Links & Resources:📺 youtube.com/@GoldenLifeTravelers🎵 Golden Life Travelers TikTok: @goldenlifetravelers🏕️ youtube.com/@AdventureBandits1📅 RV Rallies: learntorv.com/rv-rally-calendar🤝 RV Community & Groups: learntorv.com/rv-community🚐 rvroofingsolutions.com🎙️ Podcast: learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com📺 YouTube: Learn To RV Channel💛 Support the Pod:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕) 💬 Do you have an RV story about resilience, community, or life on the road? Share it in our Facebook community or email [email protected] to be featured on a Campfire Confessions episode!✨ If Thomas and Denise's story moved you, subscribe, share, and review at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailBeyond the Parking Lot Is Sponsored by RV Overnights There's a better way to overnight than a truck stop or a big box parking lot. Jennifer sits down with Rob, co-founder of RV Overnights, to unpack how a bootstrap tech startup became one of the most talked-about memberships in the RV space, and why over 1,500 small businesses, farms, breweries, and nonprofits across the U.S. and Canada are now inviting RVers to stay overnight. Learn How:•        A $49.99/year membership unlocks unlimited overnight stays with no nightly fees•        Military, first responders & FRVA members qualify for exclusive discounted pricing •        27+ filters & a unique hashtag search help you find the right experience •        The Stay Score system builds accountability for both RVers & hosts, keeping the ecosystem fair for everyone•        The Loyalty Program rewards members with up to 20% off renewals — & the top 100 point-earners get a free year•        92% of host locations welcome pets & the new Pet Discount Program adds $1,000+ in savings•        RV Overnights is actively seeking new hosts Links & Resources:🏕️ rvovernights.com👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV📺 YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Website: learntorvthepodcast.com💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus and exclusive content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕) 💬 Know an RVer still doing parking lots? Share this episode and discover what's waiting on the other side of the road. Have a story for Campfire Confessions? Email [email protected].✨ Subscribe so you never miss a Beyond the Brand drop on Wednesdays at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailThe Road’s Safety Net Is Sponsored by RV Roofing Solutions Kay Peterson hit the road in 1972 with eight kids and a vision. She built Escapees RV Club from a hand-written newsletter and then built something else: a safety net for the community she loved. In this episode, Jennifer visits the Escapees CARE Center in Livingston, Texas, the only program of its kind in the U.S., and brings back three voices that will change how you think about the road ahead.Learn How:•        CARE is not a nursing home & not just for older RVers•        Residents stay in their own RVs on-site, with meals, laundry, nursing support, & transportation included•        An Xscaper used CARE after surgery & what it looks like for a solo, working-age RVer•        Volunteers receive a free site + meal stipend, & summer help is critically needed right now•        The Learn To RV CARE Challenge: why just $10/month from 100 listeners = $12,000/year for real residentsLinks & Resources:🚐 rvroofingsolutions.com🏠 Escapees CARE Center: escapeescare.org💛 Donate to CARE: escapeescare.org/donate❓ CARE FAQ: escapeescare.org/faq🛒 iGive.com (designate Escapees CARE): igive.com🤝 Escapees RV Club: escapees.com⚡ Xscapers: xscapers.com👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV🌐 RV Community Resources: learntorv.com📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ learntorvthepodcast.com💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew — first 7 days free! Early access + bonus content + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Know someone who needs to hear this? Share this episode — it’s free and could be the exact lifeline a fellow RVer needs. Have a story for Campfire Confessions? Email [email protected].✨ Subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and leave a review. Your support keeps the stories and the rigs rolling!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailCommunity Spotlight Is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsShe grew up in an RV but she feels more at home 3k' above it. At 19, Maddy is a licensed pilot, youth aviator mentor, and Southern Sky Magnolias member. Hear this road-raised trailblazer talk about breaking into a field where women make up just 7%, racing 2,400 miles across the sky, and how to encourage the next generation of pilots. Learn How:-      An aviation legacy shaped Maddy's destiny-      Pioneering women like Amelia Earhart established the Air Race Classic-      Aviation programs promote the next generation of pilotsLinks & Resources:✈️ Southern Sky Magnolias:-      Facebook: Southern Sky Magnolias-      Instagram: @southern_sky_magnolias_arc-      Threads: @southern_sky_magnolias_arc-      GoFundMe: Help Southern Sky Magnolias Soar in 2026🏁 Air Race Classic:-      Air Race Classic Instagram-      Air Race Classic Website🛩️ Aviation Programs:-      Women in Aviation Int’l-      Girls in Aviation Day-      Ron Alexander Youth Aviation Program🎙️ Podcast: learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com📺 YouTube: Learn To RV Channel💛 Support the Pod:-      Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)-      Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Have an RV kid doing incredible things? Share in our community or [email protected] to be featured in Campfire Confessions!✨ If Maddy has you looking up, subscribe, share, and review at learntorvthepodcast.com! Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailBeyond the Brand Is Sponsored by Rivet Supply Co.What started with a sticker from a state park and a husband who refused to put it on a brand-new Airstream door became one of the most recognizable products in the RV community. Kristina and Joel Bram sit down with Melissa Bond of Rivet Supply Co. to hear the story behind the Original Adventure Board — a laser-cut acrylic memory display that has turned up in campgrounds, Airstream factory showrooms, and living rooms across the country.Learn About:•        How a camping trip, a state park sticker, and one creative husband sparked a business•        What makes the Adventure Board different from just putting stickers on your rig•        The Airstream partnership and what it meant for a small Indiana-based brand•        New products launching in 2026 — including a national park sticker book and a limited-edition 250th anniversary board (only 250 made)•        Why growing slowly is actually a business strategy worth hearing about Links & Resources:🏕️ Rivet Supply Co.: rivetsupplyco.com/learntorvUSE DISCOUNT CODE: LEARNTORV10 for 10% offGET THE LIMITED EDITION New USA 250 Adventure Board (only 250 made)National Parks Sticker Book📸 Follow Rivet Supply Co. on Instagram: @rivetsupplyco👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV📺 YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Website: learntorvthepodcast.com 💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus and exclusive content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕) 💬 Got a favorite adventure sticker story? Share it in our Facebook community. ✨ Subscribe so you never miss a Beyond the Brand drop on Wednesdays at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailFinding Your People Is Sponsored by RV Roofing Solutions The open road is full of beautiful campgrounds, but who are you sharing them with? Jennifer and Tasha discuss one of the most unspoken struggles in RV life: finding and keeping your people. Joined by new solo RVer and podcaster Joni Leigh, they go beyond the Instagram-perfect campfire reels to the honest story of loneliness, rejection, resilience, and unexpected connection on the road. Learn How:•        Nearly half of adults over 40 experience loneliness but never talk about it•        To make “friendly on purpose” work — even as an introvert•        Quality over quantity changes everything•        Joni Leigh finds her people, even after losing her travel companion•        To find the new Learn To RV friendship series Links & Resources:🚐  rvroofingsolutions.com🎤  Find Joni Leigh:   YouTube: @JoniLeighOfficial   jonileigh.com   TikTok: @jonileigh11   Facebook Group – The Hive   Facebook: Joni Leigh   Instagram: @jonileigh111   Pinterest: JoniLeigh11👥  Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV🌐  RV Community: learntorv.com📸  Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉  RV Resources: learntorv.com📺  Watch: Learn To RV Channel🎙️  learntorvthepodcast.com 💛  Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew — first 7 days free! Catch the full uncut Joni Leigh interview + bonus content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕) 💬 Did this episode hit close to home? Share your friendship story in our Facebook community. Want yours read around the campfire? Email [email protected] to submit it for Campfire Confessions. If it’s read on air, we’ll send you a Campfire Confessions sticker! ✨ If this episode found you at the right moment, subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and review. Your support keeps the friendships and rigs rolling!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailMeet Maddy, an amazing 19-year-old pilot who comes from a long legacy of skies! She talked with us for a few minutes at the FRVA rally in Perry, Georgia, and this Thursday you can catch Tasha's full interview with her on Community Spotlight to learn about her upcoming race! Don't miss it!Links & Resources:✈️  Southern Sky Magnolias Air Race Classic Team:-        Facebook: Southern Sky Magnolias-        Instagram: @southern_sky_magnolias_arc-        Threads: @southern_sky_magnolias_arc-        GoFundMe: Help Southern Sky Magnolias Soar in 2026-        Buy Team Tumblers-        Sponsorship Deck (Google Slides)Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailCommunity Spotlight Is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsHow'd a tomato plant set a family on a new road? Jennifer Sansford's family went from HOA to snowbirds and haven't looked back. LTRV’s Jennifer chats with Canada’s Jennifer about border crossings, roadschooling kids, building community, and growing business in their RV life.Learn How:-      What's in the freezer can keep you from your destination-      RV Business Hub fills a gap for mobile entrepreneurs-      LegalShield protects nomad business owners & families-      International RV fams work on visasLinks & Resources:🚐 rvroofingsolutions.com🛡️ Shield Your Journey:-      Shield Your Journey Facebook-      shieldyourjourney.com🏢 RV Business Hub:-      RV Business Hub Facebook-      RV Business Hub Community🛣️ Resources:-      RVing with Kids-      How to Make Money on the Road-      RV Community & Groups-      Full-Time RV Living Guide-      Miacademy-      Gathering of Nomads-      Thousand Trails Membership🎙️ Podcast: learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Our Free Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 RV Resources: learntorv.com📺 YouTube: Learn To RV Channel💛 Support Us:-      Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)-      Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Are you international, an entrepreneur, or a nomadic family? Share your story in our Facebook community or email [email protected] to be read on Campfire Confessions!✨ Inspired? Subscribe, share, and review at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailBeyond the Brand Is Sponsored by RV Weather Most RVers check the weather. Few actually understand it. Even fewer still know there’s a tool built specifically to route them around it. Jennifer visits with David Titley, retired U.S. Navy Admiral and founder of RV Weather Enterprises, to reveal the critical gaps your standard weather app is leaving open and what happens when 50 years of military meteorology moves into an Airstream. Learn How:•        Crosswinds, haboobs, and severe weather demand more than a phone app•        The U.S. Navy’s ship-routing strategy became the backbone of RV Weather’s SureRoute feature•        To set weather limits before you leave instead of reacting on the road•        RV height clearance factors into your weather routing•        Free tools are available right now at RVWeather.com with no subscription Links & Resources:🌦️  RV Weather – Drive Smarter. Travel Safer.:  rvweather.com  USE DISCOUNT CODE: LTRV25📧  Contact:  [email protected]👍  RV Weather on Facebook:  facebook.com/RVWeather👉  More RV Life Resources:  learntorv.com👥  Join Our Free Facebook Community:  Learn To RV: The Community📸  Follow Our Adventures:  @LearnToRV📺  Watch on YouTube:  Learn To RV Channel🎙️  Podcast Website:  learntorvthepodcast.com 💛  Support the Podcast:Patreon  (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus and exclusive content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee  (drop us a tip ☕) 💬  Got a weather story from the road? Share it in our Facebook community.✨  Subscribe so you never miss a Beyond the Brand drop on Wednesdays at  learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailWhen the Road Raises Them Is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsIt's one thing to plan a launch. It's another to actually drive away. In part 2, Tasha and Jennifer pick up where they left off last fall, living the reality of kids who've flown the nest. Tasha just did a 20-hour solo drive after dropping Rosewood off in Maine. And Jennifer's in Texas helping her sons navigate a housing transition. If you've ever wondered what the other side of the campfire looks like when your kids finally pull out of the site on their own, this one's for you.Learn How:•        A roadschool upbringing on the road shapes young adults in surprising ways & what seasoned RV parents say they'd do differently•        Tools like Life360 give peace of mind without crossing into helicopter territory•        Workamping & seasonal gigs open exciting doors for young adults outside a traditional path•        Care packages, connections, & intentional check-ins look like when your kid is 20 hours away•        Pulling a rig out of storage after two years is never as simple as it sounds & what that means for a backup planLinks & Resources:•        🚐 RV Roofing Solutions: rvroofingsolutions.com•        💰 Make Money on the Road (Workamping Guide): learntorv.com•        🗺️ RV Community Resources: learntorv.com•        📍 Life360 Family Location App: life360.com•        🎙️ Website: learntorvthepodcast.com•        👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Community•        📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV•        👉 RV Life Resources: learntorv.com•        📺 Watch: Learn To RV Channel 💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Going through a launch of your own or just survived one? Share your story in our Facebook community. Have a story you want read around the campfire? Email [email protected] to submit it for Campfire Confessions. If yours is read on the air, we'll send you a Campfire Confessions sticker!✨ Did this episode hit close to home? Subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and leave a review. Your support keeps the stories — and the rigs — rolling!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailCommunity Spotlight is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsWhat do you do when retirement calls and God answers with an RV? For Joni Leigh, RV life wasn’t the plan but the assignment. Tasha chats with this leadership coach, solo RVer, and podcast host in an amazing episode that nearly didn’t happen.Learn How:-        A nonprofit CEO turned retirement into adventure rooted in purpose & healing-        One precocious kid signed her family up for a mission trip & an Airstream-        Solo RVing means only 1 checklist & 1 person to blame when things go sideways-        The Big Talk at the Table Podcast is creating space for women who feel stuck, invisible, or unsure of what’s next-        Confidence doesn’t come first. It catches up.Links & Resources:🚐 rvroofingsolutions.com🎤 Joni Leigh — Big Talk at the Table Podcast:-        YouTube: @JoniLeighOfficial-        jonileigh.com-        TikTok: @jonileigh11-        Facebook: Join The Hive & Joni Leigh-        Instagram: @jonileigh111-        Pinterest: JoniLeigh11🛣️ Learn To RV:-        Lifestyles-        Basics-        Community🎤 Website: learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch: Learn To RV Channel💛 Support the Pod:-        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)-        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Are you a solo woman RVer or thinking about hitting the road on your own? Share your story in our Facebook community or email [email protected] to be featured on a Campfire Confessions episode!✨ If Joni’s story lit a fire in you, subscribe, share, and review learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailBeyond the Brand Is Sponsored by Henderson’s Line-UpThree generations. One family. Sixty-five years of keeping motorhomes on the road — and doing it right. In this episode of Learn To RV: Beyond the Brand, Jennifer sits down with Tommy Henderson, the newest generation to take the helm at Henderson’s Line-Up in Grants Pass, Oregon. From his grandfather’s 1961 alignment shop to a nationally recognized suspension and chassis performance brand, Tommy shares what it really means to build a business on integrity, faith, and a deep commitment to the RVing community.Learn About:•        How a small-town Oregon shop became a destination for RVers traveling from across the country•        What a Road Performance Assessment actually involves & why RVers drive hundreds of miles to get one•        Why alignment is about more than just toe & what most shops miss•        How overloading your rig affects your tires, safety, & liability on the road•        The SuperSteer brand — what it is, how it started, & how to order parts even if you can’t make it to Oregon Links & Resources:🔧 Henderson’s Line-Up: hendersonslineup.com📧 Service: [email protected] • 📞 541-479-2882🛒 SuperSteer Parts: supersteerparts.com📧 Sales: [email protected] • 📞 888-898-3281📺 Henderson’s Line-Up YouTube: youtube.com/@HendersonsLine-Up📺 SuperSteer YouTube: youtube.com/@SuperSteer👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus and exclusive content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Does your motorhome have a suspension story? Share it in our Facebook community.✨ Subscribe so you never miss a Beyond the Brand drop on Wednesdays at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailTires, Brakes, Suspension & TPMS Is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsWhat’s rolling under your RV matters more than most RVers ever realize — until something goes wrong at 65 mph. Jennifer and Tasha are joined by special guest cohost Rick Steelman, a leading expert in RV Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems, for a conversation that could save your rig, your sanity, and maybe your life. From blowouts on Texas highways to brake failure in Florida and a heart-pounding descent down Tioga Pass, this episode is packed with real stories from real roads.Learn How:•        Tires become the number one failure point on an RV because of temperature, not pressure•        To decode your tire’s date code & to know when yours are past their prime•        UPS, FedEx, & RV owners keep their drivers safe•        Often your brakes should be inspected, stopping distance increases when towing, & to identify the signs of brake trouble•        Suspension can affect everything from tire wear to crosswind stability•        When to repack your wheel bearings & what happens when you don’t Links & Resources:🚐  RV Roofing Solutions: rvroofingsolutions.com🔧  TST Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems: tsttpms.com⚙️  Henderson’s Line-Up: supersteerparts.com🛑  Performance Trailer Braking: performancetrailerbraking.com📞  Performance Trailer Braking: 405-626-7009🛡️  RV Safety Tips: learntorv.com/rv-safety🔩  RV Maintenance: learntorv.com/rv-maintenance👥  Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Community📸  Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉  More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺  Watch: Learn To RV Channel🎙️  Website: learntorvthepodcast.com💛  Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Had a tire blowout, brake scare, or suspension story from the road? Share it in our Facebook community. Have a story you want read around the campfire? Email [email protected] to submit it for Campfire Confessions. If yours is read on the air, we’ll send you a Campfire Confessions sticker!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailCommunity Spotlight is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsWhat does it take to build an RV rally community without a playbook? For Don of The Flock RV Rally Company, it took military grit, a Facebook comment, and a lot of listening. Jennifer chats with this Jayco owner about bridging the gap between RV manufacturers and real owners and what it looks like to coordinate rallies across North America with a truck packed with door prizes.Learn How:•        A 27-year military veteran turned a love of people & travel into thriving rallies•        The Flock welcomes all Jayco umbrella brands & sometimes their friends•        To get manufacturers, service techs, & product development teams to your campground•        Listening to community — not entertainment — makes a great rally•        To build lasting friendships on the road•        Virtual vendors expand RV rallies•        NY may hold the destination you’ve never visitedLinks & Resources:🚐 RV Roofing Solutions: rvroofingsolutions.com🐦 The Flock RV Rally Company:•        theflockrvrallycompany.com🛣️ Resources:•        RV Rallies & Events•        Full-Time RV Living Guide🏕️ Destinations & Campgrounds:•        Letchworth State Park, NY•        The Ridge Outdoor Resort, TN🔧 Brands & Vendors:•        Jayco•        Lippert•        Dometic🎙️ Website: learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch: Learn To RV Channel💛 Support the Pod:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop a tip ☕)💬 Been to an RV rally that changed how you travel? Share your story in our Facebook community or email [email protected] to be featured on a Campfire Confessions episode!✨ Feel inspired? Subscribe, share with a friend, and review!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailDon't Pet the Fluffy Cows Is Sponsored by RV Roofing Solutions Wildlife encounters on the road can be breathtaking or a cautionary tale. Tasha and Jennifer dig into what happens when people get too close for comfort. From the viral "tourons of Yellowstone" to a bear conditioned by human food, and thermal features hot enough to melt a shoe, these are real stories and real stakes.Learn How:•        "Tourons" became a social media movement & why it's not a joke•        To put the 4 universal wildlife rules into practice•        To apply the 25- & 100-yard rules & Jennifer’s easy way to visualize those distances in the moment•        To handle a bear encounter, use bear spray, & hike to keep animals moving along•        Thermal features, wildland fires, snakes, & other wildlife hazards should be treatedLinks & Resources:🚐 RV Roofing Solutions: rvroofingsolutions.com🦌 Wildlife Encounters on the Road: learntorv.com🔒 Personal Safety on the Road: learntorv.com🏕️ National Park Service: nps.gov⚠️ Outdoor Hazards: nps.gov🗺️ Trip Planning Guide: nps.gov🎙️ The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper: cnn.com🩹 First Aid Kits: mymedic.com👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Had a wild encounter out there? Share it in our Facebook community. Have a story you want read around the campfire? Email [email protected] to submit your Campfire Confession. If yours is read on the air, we'll send you a Campfire Confessions sticker!✨ If this episode kept your crew safer on the road, subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and leave a review. Your support keeps the stories coming!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailFostering to Full-Time RVing Is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsWhat does selling your house 4 weeks after having a new baby look like? To pack up 4 kids under 6 and hit the road in a 46-ft 5th wheel pulled by a semi? For Rhea's Wandering Rocks Family, it's homeschooling on the coast, chasing history at national parks, and building a like-minded community 1 campground at a time. Jennifer and Rhea talk slow chaos, sweet surprises, and dreams that made Wisconsin feel too small.Learn How:•        A family of 6 planned a life-changing road debut way back in 2020 & made it reality in 2024•        To balance remote work, 4 littles, & roadschooling in 350-sq ft of freedom•        A custom-built semi-truck solved 1 of RVing’s biggest work-from-home challenges•        Fostering & adoption shaped a family’s path to the open road & continues to connect them across state lines•        To build community when you’re new to the road•        To embrace slow chaos & resist touristing your way through every destinationLinks & Resources:🚐 RV Roofing Solutions: rvroofingsolutions.com🏕️ The Wandering Rocks Family: thewanderingrocksfamily.com📘 Facebook: The Wandering Rocks Family📸 Instagram: @thewanderingrocksfamily🛣️ Full-Time RV Living Guide: learntorv.com/rv-basics👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 RVing with Kids: learntorv.com/rving-with-kids🏕️ Thousand Trails: thousandtrails.com🗺️ Fort Frederica National Monument: nps.gov/fofr👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com🎤 Website: learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, exclusive episodes, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Are you an RVer with a story to tell? Share it in our Facebook community! Want yours read on a Campfire Confessions episode? Email it to [email protected].✨ If Rhea’s story moved you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailBeyond the Brand Is Sponsored by Blu Technology RV water is more unpredictable and less regulated than most travelers realize. In this episode of Learn To RV: Beyond the Brand, Tasha sits down with Rodrigo Barrera, Vice President of Sales at Blu Technology, to unpack the real story behind campground water quality, what's actually lurking past that basic inline filter, and how a veteran-owned company that got its start during COVID is changing the game for full-timers, weekenders, and everyone in between. Learn About:•        Why campground water is far less regulated than most RVers assume, and what that means for every hookup•        How Blu Technology went from hospital UV sterilization to pioneering a lighter, smarter RV water filtration system•        What makes a true three-stage filtration system different from the basic inline filter hanging off most rigs•        The role NSF certification plays in protecting your family and why not every product on the market has it•        How Blu Tech's mission extends beyond the RV community to global clean water access through water.org Links & Resources:💧 Blu Technology: goblutech.com👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com 💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus and exclusive content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕) 💬 Drinking the campground water — or hauling cases of bottles instead? Tell your water story in our Facebook community. ✨ Subscribe so you never miss a Beyond the Brand drop on Wednesdays at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailTracking Weather on the Road Is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsWeather isn’t just small talk when you travel in an RV — it’s a safety issue. Jennifer and Tasha discuss how they track weather on the road, the specific apps that have saved their trips (and maybe their rigs), and the hard lessons they’ve learned from brownouts, water spouts, tornadoes, and hail. From AQI (listen to learn what it is!) to evacuation strategies, they cover the weather topics RVers don’t talk about enough.Learn How:•        To tell the difference between a tornado watch and warning•        To keep the AQI on your radar and your health top of mind•        Weather apps can change the game for your route planning•        To manage if your campground doesn’t have a storm shelter•        To build a simple weather routine that protects your family and your rigLinks & Resources:🚐 RV Roofing Solutions: rvroofingsolutions.com🗺️ RV Weather (route-based forecasting): rvweather.com⛈️ Weather Underground: wunderground.com☀️ NOAA Weather: noaa.gov/weather📱 WeatherWise App: weatherwise.app🌪️ Ryan Hall Y’all: ryanhallyall.com🐛 WeatherBug (lightning strike tracker): weatherbug.com🌡️ AccuWeather: accuweather.com👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕) 💬 What’s your most memorable weather lesson from the road? Share it in our Facebook community. Have a wild story to share around the campfire? Email [email protected] to submit it for Campfire Confessions. If yours is read on the air, we’ll send you a Campfire Confessions sticker!✨ If this episode kept you safer, subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and leave a review. Your support keeps the stories coming!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailCommunity Spotlight is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsJess Walker traded a 2,300-sq-ft FL home for 350 sq ft of freedom and never looked back. As one half of The Walkers Wandering and founder of Jess Lifestyle Marketing, Jess brought 20+ years PR and marketing expertise on the road with her and her husband in 2024. Tasha talks with this award-winning marketing consultant about launching a business on wheels, staying connected with clients, and what 43 states of national parks and hidden towns have taught her about intentional living.Learn How:•        Jess runs a thriving business from an RV•        Jess left corporate life & launched her business on the road•        To stay connected to clients & pivot even in the hard times•        To feel liberated when you downsize, not limited•        To balance work, adventure & relationships•        To find your audience & grow your brand with measurable resultsLinks & Resources:🚐 RV Roofing Solutions: rvroofingsolutions.com💼 JessLifestyleMarketing.com:●      Facebook●      Instagram●      LinkedIn●      Watch: 1000 Ways to Market Your Business Reel🐾 The Walkers Wandering:●      Facebook●      Instagram●      YouTube🛣️ Learn To RV:●      Making Money on the Road●      Full-Time RV Living Guide🎙️ learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 More Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV💛 Support the Podcast:●      Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, exclusive episodes, + swag)●      Buy Me a Coffee (drop a tip ☕)💬 Have a campfire tale? Email [email protected]. It might get read on our Campfire Confessions episode!✨ If Jess inspired you, subscribe, share with a friend, and review!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailBeyond the Brand Is Sponsored by FlagPole BuddyJennifer sits down with Dave and Christine Jahnz — and their spirited office manager Sasha — the team behind FlagPole Buddy, to uncover the origin story, the innovation, and the community at the heart of this beloved RV brand.Learn How:•        A weekend in the desert, a bungee cord, and a G.I. Joe sparked an idea•        The Hershey RV show landed FlagPole Buddy in Camping World•        FlagPole Buddy is as useful for remote workers as it is with flag flyers•        The full product lineup — from ladder mounts to Starlink Mini solutions built for Overlanders — are built to the highest quality standards•        FlagPole Buddy sets itself apart in a market that’s gotten crowded fast Links & Resources:🏕️ FlagPole Buddy: flagpolebuddy.com📸 Instagram: @flagpole_buddy👍 Facebook: facebook.com/flagpolebuddy📖 Read the FlagPole Buddy story: learntorv.com/flagpole-buddy-story📡 WiFi on the Road: learntorv.com/working-from-the-road👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com 💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus and exclusive content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕) 💬 Do you fly a flag or run Starlink from your rig? Tell your campsite setup story in our Facebook community!✨ Subscribe so you never miss a Beyond the Brand drop on Wednesdays at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailCampground Etiquette Is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsNot all campground rules are posted on a sign and some of the most important ones never will be. In this episode, Tasha and Jennifer get into the campground etiquette conversations other RV podcasts aren’t having: from the infamous campfire opener that may or may not get edited out, to what really happens when you cut through someone’s site at 5 a.m. or an e-bike rider doesn’t know how to brake.Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a full-timer, there’s something in this one for you.Learn How:●      To respect your neighbors’ space, even if the bathroom is just on the other side of their rig●      To handle noise, lighting, pets, and campfires in ways that keep the whole campground happy●      Pools, hot tubs, and laundry rooms all come with unspoken rules●      Posted speed limits make a bigger difference than you think●      To protect your kids — and your neighbors’ kidsLinks & Resources:🚐 RV Roofing Solutions: rvroofingsolutions.com🏕️ RVing Etiquette: learntorv.com/rving-etiquette🐕 Doggy Etiquette on the Road: learntorv.com/doggy-etiquette⛽ Diesel Fill-Ups & Truck Stops: learntorv.com/diesel-fill-ups-truck-stops-are-a-great-bet🔄 Thousand Trails Has Changed: learntorv.com/thousand-trails-has-changed👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Got a wild campground story of your own? Send it to [email protected] — if yours gets read on air, we’ll send you a sticker!✨ If this episode resonated, subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and leave a review. Your support keeps the stories coming!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailCommunity Spotlight is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsWhat does it take to solo RV across 21 states, work in 30 hospitals, and share your rig with two cats and a ball python? Candice Cameron has been figuring that out since she was 29. Tasha sits down with this solo female RVer and traveling surgical technologist to talk about the career that makes her road life possible, the pets that keep her company, and the hard-won lessons she’s picked up at truck stops, campgrounds, and everything in between.Learn How:●      A career in surgical technology creates the ultimate mobile work setup●      Solo women RVers are quietly changing the culture at campgrounds●      Harvest Hosts and Good Sam fit into a life of extended-stay RVing●      To build confidence behind the wheel of a 31-foot rig●      To keep pets (including a 4.5-foot ball python) happy on the road●      To trust your gut when safety is all on youLinks & Resources:🚐 RV Roofing Solutions: rvroofingsolutions.com🔒 Wyze Home Security: wyze.com🏕️ Harvest Hosts: harvesthosts.com🌟 Good Sam: goodsam.com/club🐾 RVing with Pets — Learn To RV: learntorv.com/traveling-with-pets👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com🎤 Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, exclusive episodes, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Are you a solo RVer — or dreaming of hitting the road on your own? Share your story in our Facebook community! Ready to hear your story read on our Campfire Confessions episode? Email it to [email protected]. ✨ If Candice’s story inspired you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailBeyond the Brand Is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsJennifer, Tasha, Joel and Kristina are back for a Beyond the Brand episode with a big announcement: Learn To RV is launching its own course. In this episode, the team discusses what the course covers, who it’s for, and why they built it, plus details on a pre-launch deal that won’t last long.Learn About:-        Why the Learn To RV team decided a course was the next step for the brand-        What’s inside the course and why it goes deeper than any blog ever could-        A certain infamous black tank story that makes the case for RV education better than anything else could-        The pre-launch pricing and what’s included for early supporters-        A bonus course from a respected industry brand partner, included free for the first five days onlyLinks & Resources:🚐 RV Roofing Solutions: rvroofingsolutions.com📚 Learn To RV: The Course: learntorv.com/thecourse or www.learntorvthecourse.com          Learn More: learntorv.com👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn To RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎤 Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Thinking about getting on the road? Share your questions in our Facebook community — and tag a friend who keeps saying, “I could never.”✨ Subscribe so you never miss a Beyond the Brand drop on Wednesdays at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

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Send us Fan MailTicks & Alpha-Gal Syndrome Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsTicks aren't just creepy — they can change your life. In this eye-opening episode, Tasha and Jennifer dig into one of the most underreported tick-borne conditions on the rise across the U.S.: Alpha-Gal Syndrome. Tasha shares her family’s personal journey after her son David was diagnosed last year, revealing how a single tick bite triggered a red meat and mammal-product allergy that impacts everything from grocery shopping to dining out on the road.Learn How:•        To identify Alpha-Gal Syndrome and which ticks (yes, more than one!) can cause it•        Alpha-Gal Syndrome is spreading into new regions and what that means for RVers and outdoor explorers•        Alpha-Gal hides in everyday food products and medicines, not just red meat•        To know you should talk to your doctor•        Practical steps can protect your family on the trail Links & Resources:🚐 RV Roofing Solutions: rvroofingsolutions.com🌿 Mayo Clinic, Alpha-Gal Syndrome: mayoclinic.org🏥 Cleveland Clinic, Alpha-Gal Syndrome: my.clevelandclinic.org🛒 Fig App (grocery scanner): foodisgood.com🥾 Hikas Gaiters by Gear Envie (outdoor protection): gearenvie.com🍳 Allergen-Sensitive Cooking on the Road: learntorv.com👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Impacted by a small creepy crawly in a big way? Share your story in our Facebook community!✨ If this episode opened your eyes, subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and leave a review. Your support keeps the stories coming!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailBeyond the Brand Is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsJennifer has an idea, and this time, Joel and Christina Bram from the Community Spotlight series are along for the ride with Tasha. In this special announcement episode, the four hosts pull back the curtain on an exciting new weekly series launching April 1st: Beyond the Brand. Airing every Wednesday, it’s a short-form interview series designed to spotlight the small businesses and passionate founders shaping the RV community — one story at a time.Learn About:•        What Beyond the Brand is and why it’s launching•        Why the first featured company is NOT RV Roofing Solutions and the heart behind that decision•        What types of brands will be featured and why it’s about stories, not sales pitches•        How businesses can get featured, including a special half-price offer•        How listeners can suggest brands they want to hear on the showLinks & Resources:🚐 RV Roofing Solutions (sponsor): rvroofingsolutions.com📋 Learn To RV Media Kit on Pillar: pillar.io/learntorv/mediakit📣 Advertise With Us: learntorv.com/advertise-with-us📧 Pitch a Brand for the Show: [email protected]👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Know a brand that belongs on Beyond the Brand? Tell us in our Facebook community or email [email protected]!✨ Share this episode with your favorite small business owner — and subscribe so you never miss a Beyond the Brand drop on Wednesdays at learntorvthepodcast.com!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailFaith, Family & Full-Time Miles Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsJoel and Kristina Bram nearly hit the road back in 2010 before kids, before COVID, before anyone had a roadschooling playbook. Life had other plans. Fast-forward through infertility, a global pandemic, and a sideswiped truck in Florida, and the Brams are closing in on 5 full years on the road with 3 kids. They also happen to be the marketing minds powering Learn To RV behind the scenes.Jen sat down with the Brams to talk about what it takes to build community on the road, keep a family thriving through the hard seasons, and run a full-service digital marketing business from wherever you're parked.Learn How:●       The first 6 months nearly ended their RV journey●       An unexpected moment convinced them full-time life was possible●       The RV community showed up for them in a way no church building had●       To balance extroverts & introverts on the road●       To find faith & fellowship while traveling●       To fund full-time travel with remote workLinks & Resources:🚐 Joel & Kristina Bram:●       Travel with the Brams on Facebook●       Instagram: @travelwiththebrams●       pillar.io/travelwiththebrams●       ReFocus Digital Marketing●       KB Travel Professional🙏 Faith on the Road:●       Gathering of Nomads — Learn To RV Podcast●       gatheringofnomads.com🎙️ Visit Our Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel💛 Support the Podcast:●       Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, exclusive episodes, + swag)●       Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Five years in or just getting started — what does community on the road look like for you? Share your story in our Facebook community!✨ If this episode resonated with you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review. Your support helps!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailPaws Claws & Life on the Road is Sponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsNomad life doesn’t have to mean leaving your pets behind. Jennifer and Tasha are joined by four special guests — Ashley and Steve from Campfires & Motors, Teal from Towed You So, and a very secret surprise guest host — for a laugh-filled, real-talk conversation about what it actually takes to travel full-time with your animals. From reactive dogs and emergency vet visits to ferret math and speedy animals with built-in racing stripes, this one’s for every RVer who refuses to leave their furry, spikey, or slimey family member behind.Learn How:•        To source pet food on the road, even for large breeds or special diets•        To handle emergency vet care far from home and why digital records are super important•        Exotic pets can work on the road•        To help pets adjust to a new rig and frequent moves•        To avoid impulse adoptions (and what can happen when you don’t)Links & Resources:🚐 RV Roofing Solutions (sponsor): rvroofingsolutions.com🐾 RVing with Pets (blog): learntorv.com/traveling-with-pets🐕 Ashley & Steve — Campfires & Motors: campfiresandmotors.com🦔 Teal — Towed You So: towedyouso.com🐶 Westley the Frug🏪 Tractor Supply (pet food + in-store vet clinics): tractorsupply.com👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus and exclusive content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip☕)💬 Do you travel with pets? Share your best tips and funniest road stories in our Facebook community!✨ If this episode made you smile, subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and leave a review. Your support keeps the stories coming!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailSponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsTLDL: She traded a chiropractic practice for a portable table so she could roadschool 3 kids across 49 states and discovered a whole new career along the way. Meet Dr. Kristi Corder. She did all that from an RV with her husband Brent. Nearly 8 years later, she still consults as a homeopath nationwide and adjusts spines across Texas. And she's launching her twins into adulthood after a childhood on the move.Jen sat down with Kristi to talk about the journey from no-way-no-how to full-time RVer. Kristi shares what she’s learned about wellness, posture, holistic care, and raising kids outside of a normal school year.Learn How:•        A Disney World trip accidentally became full-time RV life•        To adapt a chiropractic practice & build a homeopathy one on the road•        To maintain posture & spinal health while working remotely•        To find chiropractic care on the road•        Homeopathy differs from home remedies•        Raising teens on the road changes how they launch into adulthoodLinks & Resources:🩺 Dr. Kristi Corder: drkristicorder.com🚐 RV & Wellness Resources:•        The Joint Chiropractic•        Roadschooling — Learn To RV•        Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta🎙️ Visit Our Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel📛 Support the Podcast:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, exclusive episodes, + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Managing health on the road? Share your story in our Facebook community!✨ Subscribe, share, and leave a review. Your support helps!Disclaimer: Dr. Kristi Corder is a licensed chiropractor and certified homeopath. The information she shares is educational and not intended to be medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult your medical provider for medical advice.The information shared here is based on personal experience and individual choices. Learn To RV, Learn To RV: The Podcast, and all related persons do not claim to be medical professionals. Nothing discussed should be considered medical advice. Consult a qualified health care provider before making health or wellness decisions.Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailSponsored by RV Roofing Solutions Afraid life on the road means giving up your books? Jennifer is joined by full-time RVer and health insurance advisor Dealora Snyder, a fellow book dragon, to bust that myth wide open. With Tasha busy moving into her new rig, Dealora steps in as guest host to share her own confessions, tips, and tricks for staying well-read while living the RV life.From Little Free Libraries to audiobooks, there are ideas for every kind of reader — digital, physical, or audio — without compromising your storage space.Learn How:•           RVers can access hundreds of books for free or almost free•           Digital library cards work on the road•           Audiobooks can replace screen time on long travel days•           Physical book lovers can keep reading without the clutter•           Families & roadschoolers can find curriculum & kids’ books affordably•           Virtual book clubs connect readers across time zonesLinks & Resources:🚐 RV Roofing Solutions (sponsor): rvroofingsolutions.com📚 Libby: libbyapp.com🎵 Chirp: chirpbooks.com🎧 Hoopla: hoopladigital.com📖 Amazon Kindle: amazon.com/kindle🎶 Spotify: spotify.com📍 Little Free Library Map: littlefreelibrary.org📚 Book Club is My Alibi (Facebook): Join Here🏫 RoadSchooling Resources: learntorv.com/roadschooling📍 RV Travel Tips: learntorv.com/travel-tips👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Podcast Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel🎙️ Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com💛 Support the Podcast:Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus and exclusive content, early access, + swag)Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip☕)💬 Are you a book dragon? Share your favorite reading spots and go-to apps in our Facebook community!✨ If this inspired your travel-day listen, subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and leave a review. Your support keeps the stories coming!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailSponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsHow can you be an RVing family if your partner's firmly against it? Brooks Smothers, host of the RV Out West and See America podcasts, shares how a borrowed tent trailer changed his wife’s mind and how a busted slide taught him more than he wanted to know.Brooks and his family are weekend warriors from the Pacific Northwest. They upgraded to a bunkhouse in 2020. He's an RV show speaker, hosts two RV travel podcasts, and is one of the most knowledgeable voices on RVing the PNW and Canada.If you’ve ever wondered if weekend RVing is worth all the effort or dreamed of exploring the PNW but don’t know where to start, here's your inside scoop.Learn How:•        A loaner RV can turn a reluctant camper into an enthusiast•        To navigate part-timer burnout  •        RVing Canada differs from the U.S.•        To build a 10-day PNW loop in 5 days•        A vintage VW Westfalia rental can get you into the wilderness•        To find the best local food & hidden gems wherever you campLinks & Resources:🎤 Brooks Smothers:•        RV Out West podcast & website•        See America podcast, part of the RV Miles Network of Podcasts •        Instagram & Facebook: @RV_Out_West🚐 Mentioned Here:•        Peace Vans — Vintage VW camper rentals, Seattle•        RV renting across the U.S. blog•        RV Roofing Solutions (episode sponsor)🏕️ RV Resources:•        Learn To RV Blog•        Parks Canada🎤 Our Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Join For Free on Facebook: Learn to RV: The Podcast Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel💛 Support the Podcast:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, exclusive episodes, + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 Weekender or full-timer, share your biggest RV challenge in our Facebook community!✨ Love this? Subscribe, share, & leave a review.Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailSponsored by RV Roofing SolutionsNobody actually loves spring cleaning. Not even people who are very good at it. But as RVers, we do it anyway, and Jennifer and Tasha are here to make it a little less painful and a lot more practical.Whether you're deep cleaning a single rig or, staring down two rigs at once like Tasha, here is your room-by-room guide to decluttering, organizing, and deep cleaning your way to a fresh season.Learn How:•   To know when it's time and that's different for every RVer•   To make a plan before you touch a single cabinet•   To clean your roof the right way and which products to avoid•   To organize your RV, room by room•   Tension rods, IKEA Trones, magnetic strips, and other hacks change your space•   Important sanitizing your fresh water tank is and why it shouldn’t be skipped•   To tackle organization year-round with Jennifer's 30-60-90 trickLinks & Resources:🚐 RV Roofing Solutions (sponsor): rvroofingsolutions.com🏠 RV Organization Tips That Work (blog): learntorv.com/tiny-space-big-wins-rv-organization-tips-that-work🍳 How to Set Up Your RV Kitchen (blog): learntorv.com/how-to-set-up-your-rv-kitchen-essential-tools-spacesaving-tips-and-smart-storage-ideas🧽 How to Wash Your RV (blog): learntorv.com/how-to-wash-your-rv-expert-tips-for-a-spotless-finish🌱 Is Your RV Ready for Spring? (blog): learntorv.com/groundhog-day-is-here-is-your-rv-ready-for-spring👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Podcast Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRVThePodcast👉 More RV Resources: learntorv.com🎙️ Our Website: learntorvthepodcast.com📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel💛 Support the Podcast:     Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, + swag)     Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)🎥 Thanks to @GratefulGlamper on YouTube for the board game decanting tip!📬 Got a campfire story? Email [email protected]. We may read yours on air!💬 Got a cleaning tip or find a crazy thing in your rig? Share it in our Facebook community!✨ Motivated to tackle that pile? Subscribe, share learntorvthepodcast.com, and leave a review. Your support helps!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon

Send us Fan MailSponsored by RV Roofing Solutions 🎧 Note: Due to technical difficulties, Rick joins by audio only. In our video version, his audio is paired with a photograph in place of live video.Rick Steelman and his wife Dawn have RVed for 13 years and just crossed into full-time life six months ago. Rick is the creator behind roadcruiser.life, a resource built for travelers who want more than just miles. They want stories.Tasha and Rick have a conversation about why travel days don’t exist in Rick’s world. Rick shares the kind of road smarts and legendary pit stops that make you want to pull your RV over and look around, like a legendary Mississippi steakhouse and Quartzsite boondocking.Learn How:•        You can measure every great road trip•        To plan the trip of a lifetime without blowing your budget•        A plug-and-play boondocking solution doesn’t require solar or a generator•        To use free tools to plan epic, time-smart routes•        The Escapees network could change how you RV•        To find off-the-beaten-path stops that will become your best storiesLinks & Resources:🛣️ Rick Steelman — Road Cruiser:•        Website & audio tours: roadcruiser.life•        TST Tire Pressure Monitoring System: tsttruck.com•        Furkot (free time-smart routing app): furkot.com🏕️ RV Resources:•        Escapees RV Club•        Thousand Trails•        FRVA Georgia Rally•        Learn To RV Blog🎙️ Visit Our Podcast Website: learntorvthepodcast.com👥 Join Our Free Facebook Community: Learn to RV: The Podcast Community📸 Follow Our Adventures: @LearnToRV👉 More RV Life Resources: learntorv.com📺 Watch on YouTube: Learn To RV Channel💛 Support the Podcast:•        Patreon (Join the Campfire Crew for bonus content, early access, exclusive episodes, + swag)•        Buy Me a Coffee (drop us a tip ☕)💬 What’s the best off-the-beaten-path stop you’ve ever made? Share it in our Facebook community!✨ If this episode resonated with you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review. Your support helps!Support the showWatch us on YouTubeJoin Our Community on FacebookFollow Us On InstagramVisit our WebsiteJoin us on Patreon