Creating Family Connections One RV Adventure at a Time
For months we’ve been working behind the scenes with a talented group of designers to give The Touring Camper a complete overhaul. And now that the new website is finally launched, I hope you will agree that it was worth the wait! From the new logo to the easier to navigate format, we are delighted with how the new platform has come together. For a quick
You may have seen over on our social media accounts that we recently got a new puppy. Her name is Resa, which means “to travel” in Swedish, and she will indeed be traveling with us early this summer on our RVing adventure. We’ve never camped with such a young puppy, though, so I’m sure we will have lots to learn. Thankfully we have had a
Several years ago when our kiddos were small and our budget smaller, we were in a season where taking long or frequent RVing adventures was not possible. At the time Jarrett was neck-deep in summer classes and course work related to his doctoral program. With almost every weekend spent attending Friday and Saturday classes, and the days in between filled with hours of reading and
Every year when the temperatures dip in the north, dozens of RVers make their annual trek to the tip of an island oasis in Georgia. Jekyll Island’s mild winter temperatures make it an ideal location for “Snowbirds” to escape the ice and snow. It’s so popular, in fact, that some people make campground reservations as far as three years out! (See our Jekyll Island Campground post to
For years we have heard amazing things about Jekyll Island. People raved about what a beautiful and fun place it was to visit. Internet searches uncovered gorgeous driftwood beaches and charming historic homes. Thus we were excited this spring to have the opportunity to work with the Jekyll Island Authority and spend a week camping on the island so we could explore all it has
As an RVing family, we spend a LOT of time in the car. While the kids are content to entertain themselves with movies, Kindles, and a whole bag full of various activities, breaking up the monotony of the drive can be a bit more challenging for the driver. Although Jarrett is often content to just take in the scenery, I like to pass the miles
Nearly 18 years ago Jarrett and I transplanted to western Pennsylvania when we started our college careers at a small school in Grove City. At the time we both thought we would only live in the state temporarily until we exited with degree in hand. But one job offer and a wedding later we found ourselves official PA residents. And it was only the beginning of a
Several years ago Jarrett and I read an article about a place nicknamed the “Cape Cod of the Midwest.” To locals it’s just called Door County, Wis., a 70-mile long peninsula along Lake Michigan that is dotted with resort communities and pastoral farm land. But every year, more than 2 million visitors flock to the region, which boasts five state parks, 11 historic lighthouses, and more
Last week we shared how storing our camper in the South saved us time and money this winter. And while this plan worked out really well for us, having a camper in storage forced me to prep and pack entirely different from the way I typically get ready for our camping trips. Usually our camper is parked right next to our garage, so loading the RV
Spring has sprung, and I know many of you in the North are counting down the weekends until you can pull those sleepy campers from their long winter’s rest and hit the road again. As you get ready for the camping season by organizing the camper and loading things back in, here’s some important information…
Tucked away at the tip of an island oasis in Georgia is a place that some would like to keep a well-kept secret. Jekyll Island, which began first as an exclusive club in the late 1800s, is today a family-favorite location for vacations and a sought-after spot for Snowbirds to weather winter. Thanks to a collaboration with the…
