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    StressLess Camping RV podcast

    A podcast for anyone who wants to make their next RV and camping experience a StressLess Camping adventure. With road trips, RV tips, RV hacks, destinations, deals from our experience as RV industry veterans Peggy and Tony Barthel's weekly campfire chat, along with their guests, is a great way to enjoy some StressLess Camping.
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    Getting your RV ready for camping season with Dustin from Cal RV Specialists

    Getting your RV ready for camping season with Dustin from Cal RV Specialists

    What are the important things to do to get your RV ready for camping season? We speak with Dustin Simpson from Cal RV Specialists to find out how to avoid pitfalls and enjoy a season of StressLess Camping. Dustin’s got some great tips and advice including some thing you may not have thought of. 

    We also talk about RV frame flex, hiking in the Jemez Mountains, a great RV breakfast recipe and an RV that’s sort of not quite an RV. 

    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0245

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping

    Checking in with Hughes Autoformers - the Power Watchdog people

    Checking in with Hughes Autoformers - the Power Watchdog people

    On this week’s RV & camping podcast we speak with Brett Thomas from Hughes Autoformers about the thinking, need and functionality of their Power Watchdog. There are lots of choices out there - what makes this our preferred choice for over 6 years? 

    We also test an RV bidet and have the debut of a new more affordable line of travel trailers including one that could be an office, a bunkhouse, a toy hauler and more in one unit. Plus we spent four days off the grid camping in a post card - for $10 a night!

    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0244

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping

    Full-time RVers make honey and travel with their bees

    Full-time RVers make honey and travel with their bees

    This week’s StressLess Camping RV and travel podcast comes to you from the Quartzsite Sports, Vacation, and RV Show. We speak with Scott and Karen Keene, of Keene’s Raw Honey. Scott and Karen travel full time - and so do their bees! 

    We also share a recipe that we learned from our friend Cindy while we were in Quartzsite, for a crowd-pleasing biscuit and gravy breakfast.

    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0243

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping

    A journey to inspire your journey with the Journey Church online

    A journey to inspire your journey with the Journey Church online

    Many RVers have told us that not having a worship community has held them back from expanding their travels. This week we talk to full-time RVers and operate The Journey Church Online, a mobile option that could make a big difference for some travelers.  

    We also visit a Renaissance Festival, check out an easy camp recipe and even explore some new Class C RVs that have successfully replaced the generator. 

    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0242

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping

    Finding places that aren’t always places with What3Words

    Finding places that aren’t always places with What3Words

    With a map of the entire globe What3Words is a very unique way to pinpoint everywhere on earth and share that location with friends, family and emergency service providers. This app can also be very helpful to RVers and campers for finding these places to make our lifestyle more convenient and safer. We speak with What 3 Words to find more details and how we can benefit from this free tool.

    We also look at a few essentials to keep your RV safe from electrical issues and even sample some delicious food prepared in an RV. 

    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0241

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping

    Around the campfire with friends - boondocking kitchen gadgets

    Around the campfire with friends - boondocking kitchen gadgets

    This week’s StressLess Camping RV and travel podcast comes to you from the desert in Quartzsite, Arizona where our fellow travelers share some of their favorite - and least favorite - RV kitchen gadgets for off-grid camping. We got together with a group of boondockers to share ideas, tips and techniques for making the RV kitchen a more useful and delicious place to be. 

    This gathering of campers are friends from our StressLess Campers Facebook Group, a fun and friendly resource for RVers new and old. We had a great time with awesome people in our inaugural gathering. 

    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0240

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping

    Live from Quartzsite - a boondocking water saving breakthrough

    Live from Quartzsite - a boondocking water saving breakthrough

    This week’s StressLess Camping RV and travel podcast comes to you from the Quartzsite Sports, Vacation and RV Show where we got to see some of the coolest new gadgets including one that could potentially really extend the amount of time you can spend off the grid by saving a tremendous amount of water you use in the shower. 

    We get to meet with the inventor and see his motivation and just how you might be able to use only a gallon or less of water in your RV for a shower. 

    We also look at a very pricey RV that is very different than what you may have seen before. 

    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0239

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping

    An affordable high-quality Class B van

    An affordable high-quality Class B van

    With Class B RVs being so popular most of them are so expensive that you might need a second job to buy one. But we found a company who makes a high-quality conversion that is also remarkably affordable. Plus they’re designed to be reconfigured in minutes if. Join us as we learn more about these remarkable conversions. 

    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0238

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping

    Creating our new overlanding camper with a Flated Air Topper

    Creating our new overlanding camper with a Flated Air Topper

    This week’s StressLess Camping RV and travel podcast has us talking the founder of Flated, a company that makes air toppers for pickups. These unique air toppers take the place of a traditional fiberglass pickup cap and utilize the same technology as a stand-up paddle board to make an easy-to-install and very affordable solid pickup cap.  

    We also share our plans for this new gadget and how we’re going to use it for some new and exciting adventures. 

    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0237

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping

    Coming to a campground near you - our travel plans for 2024

    Coming to a campground near you - our travel plans for 2024

    On this week’s StressLess Camping RV podcast we share our travel plans for 2024. We often find out that we’re near you too late so we thought we’d share where we’re going so we might be able to find you in 2024. From the tools we’re using to the tips for planning this is where we’re headed. 

    We also warn you about a ticking time bomb that may be in your RV and what we’ve done to prevent further damage from this common RV problem.   

    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0236

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping

    Looking forward - RV trends and predictions for 2024

    Looking forward - RV trends and predictions for 2024

    On this week’s StressLess Camping RV podcast we look at RV tech and trends that we’ve reviewed in the past and are promising trends for 2024. From things that RV companies hope you like to new ideas to ideas that leave us scratching our heads, this collection of technologies and trends can help you enjoy more StressLess Camping.   

    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0235

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping

    Reflecting on eight years of RV Christmas camping

    Reflecting on eight years of RV Christmas camping

    On this week’s StressLess Camping RV podcast we reflect back on eight years of Christmas camping and how we’ve celebrated this special time of year in the time since we first bought a Rockwood Mini Lite. 

    Wait, it’s been eight years, three campers and tons of memories?

    Join us on this retrospective of our unique, and sometimes goofy, and often StressLess way of celebrating.  

    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0234

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping

    Mike Morse - a pretty great guy who hand makes campers

    Mike Morse - a pretty great guy who hand makes campers

    After a chance encounter with Mike Rowe another Mike, Mike Morse, got a lot of attention for his hand-built teardrop campers and we get to speak with him about a lifetime of camping and adventures on this week's StressLess Camping RV podcast.  

    Our RV of the week is a whole new line of premium fifth wheels and we have the story of how these came to be and where you can find one.  

    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0233

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping

    More RV gadgets and gizmos for StressLess Camping

    More RV gadgets and gizmos for StressLess Camping

    We love RV gadgets and gizmos so on this week’s StressLess Camping RV podcast we revisit some of our favorite RV gadgets and gizmos that we use regularly. From frivolous to fancy to fantastic these are some things we’ve found that still make us happy after using them for a while. These time-tested RV gadgets aren’t necessary but they certainly are fun and have become a part of our RV adventure. 

    We also take a look at a new travel trailer from that has incredible counter space and plenty of seating in a small package. 

    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0232

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping

    Our favorite camping and boondocking essentials for StressLess Camping

    Our favorite camping and boondocking essentials for StressLess Camping

    What kind of things do you absolutely need when outfitting an RV? On this week’s RV and travel podcast we look in our own baggage compartment to see what we find essential for StressLess Camping. These are the things that we use every time we head out. 

    But we also have things we love when we go boondocking and camping off the grid. This collection of gadgets, gizmos and RV essentials are great tools as part of your go-to collection. 

    We also take a look at a new trailer from Grand Design that might be one of the best small trailers we’ve ever seen. This class busting model is a great small trailer. 

    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0231

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping

    Is now the time to shop for RV extended warranties?

    Is now the time to shop for RV extended warranties?

    Did you know that RV warranty companies change pricing based on the calendar year? If you’re considering an RV warranty you may find much better terms or a potentially longer contract today rather than early next year? And some buyers get a warranty to help sell their RV. We talk about ways to save money and get more with Jim Hoffman from Wholesale Warranties.

    We also do a bit of winter camping and even talk about a new trailer that feels stylishly vintage. 

    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0230

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping

    RV with your tribe - finding fellowship, fun and folly

    RV with your tribe - finding fellowship, fun and folly

    How do you find your tribe on the road? Where are the like-minded people who love adventure, travel and beer? This week we speak with April and Debra from Camp Carpe Diem about just this and how their RV gatherings promote friends, fun and folly.

    And don’t forget the collaborative brew that’s a part of this for our friends who appreciate beer.

    We also look at our past Thanksgiving episodes and a whole new truck that could really change the game in the towing a travel trailer.

    You can find our show notes and more at our home on the web: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0229

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

    RVing in New Zealand with author traveler and adventurer Lisa Jansen

    RVing in New Zealand with author traveler and adventurer Lisa Jansen

    What is freedom camping, are the campgrounds really crowded and what are some things to see in New Zealand? We speak with author Lisa Jansen who has spent five years traveling New Zealand in a camper van and written three books including Life Done Differently, The Nomad’s Ultimate Guide to New Zealand and One Size Does Not Fit All. 

    We finally talk a bit about our new tow vehicle and why this is a gadgetpalooza and then look at a new super reconfigurable travel trailer. 

    You can find the show notes for this episode, photos and more at our home on the web here: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0228

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

    Put Alaska on your map with Traveling Robert

    Put Alaska on your map with Traveling Robert

    Have you thought of taking your RV to Alaska? Is this a bucket list item for you but you thought it might be too daunting? We speak with Robert Morales, aka Traveling Robert, about his adventure in Alaska. Then we talk to a guide who takes RVers to the Last Frontier. If you haven’t wanted to go in the past, this episode of the StressLess Camping RV podcast might just change your mind. 

    After that adventure we peer into the future at one of the most groundbreaking new RV concepts we’ve seen. This new RV breaks the mold and could spell the future of towable RVs. 

    You can find this episode wherever you get podcasts or at our home on the web here: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0227

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

    Creepy stories from around the campfire - 2023 edition

    Creepy stories from around the campfire - 2023 edition

    This year’s fifth annual Halloween podcast episode where we share some creepy stories from around the campfire. From ghosts to Bigfoot, spirits and scary sounds these spine-chilling tales might have you packing up camp and running for home…or they might be just the places you’ll want to haunt soon. Even some of our audience shared some of their own creepy tales. 

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

    You can find the Bigfoot video, notes and more at our home on the web here: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0226