Keystone Reviews: Cougar 29 BHL

Keystone Reviews: Cougar 29 BHL

by Janine Pettit This Girl Camper is making a big change in the way I camp. I don’t want to give up quiet nights by the campfire, grilling burgers with family and friends or falling asleep to the sounds of nature, but with a full-time job and three new grandchildren,...
Keystone Reviews: Hideout 32TQS

Keystone Reviews: Hideout 32TQS

by Janine Pettit I’ve been diving into Keystone fifth wheels looking for the perfect model to park at a seasonal site and head out to for mid-week breaks from my home office, family weekends with my children and grandbabies and girlfriend and girl camper getaways that...
Rent Before You Buy

Rent Before You Buy

RVShare team mate Fiorella Yriberry shares with us the value of renting before choosing to buy. Intro to RV Life: Rent Before You Buy  I’ve spent the last four years calling the open road my home as a full-time RVer. My husband and I jumped into this lifestyle...
This Grandma Is Going Seasonal!

This Grandma Is Going Seasonal!

By Janine Pettit We all know there are seasons to each life and I recently entered a new one that I have been longing to be in – the grandparenting season. In less than 22 months our family welcomed three grandchildren, and let me tell you, it’s been a blast. Suddenly...
Girl Camper Choice: 2023 Little Guy Micro Max

Girl Camper Choice: 2023 Little Guy Micro Max

Girl Camper VP of Operations, Lesa McDermott, tells us about her latest camper, a 2023 Little Guy Micro Max. She has owned several different kinds of RVs, but this is her first small teardrop. What else have you owned? My husband and I have a Keystone Montana 5th...
Camp Style: Demetrias Brown & Her Scotty Sportsman

Camp Style: Demetrias Brown & Her Scotty Sportsman

Demetrias Brown, a Girl Camper based in Maryland, tells us about her 1968 Serro Scotty Sportsman, Tonga and describes her camp style. When and where did you purchase your Scotty? I purchased it in March 2016. It was listed for sale in the Tin Can Tourists Facebook...
Down Time? Organize Your RV

Down Time? Organize Your RV

Many of us have to put away our RVs for the winter and I like to use this time wisely to organize my RV. Starting my camping season with a freshly stocked and organized interior space is such a good feeling. I have a few things I like to do. Take Stock First step to...
Puerto Rico: El Yunque National Forest

Puerto Rico: El Yunque National Forest

It’s easy to fall in love with Puerto Rico’s gorgeous beaches (there are close to 300 of them), its almost perfect weather (average temperature is about 75 degrees) and its historic cities (Old San Juan dates back 500-plus years). But any visit should also include a...
Community as a Means for Meaning and Longevity

Community as a Means for Meaning and Longevity

By: Georgina Berbari Social connection is a vital aspect of our overall wellbeing. People with strong community support systems tend to live longer and healthier lives, according to a myriad of studies. Conversely, the stress of too much isolation has been compared to...
Aromatherapy on the Go: Essential Oils for Outdoor Wellness

Aromatherapy on the Go: Essential Oils for Outdoor Wellness

By: Georgina Berbari Outdoor enthusiasts wouldn’t trade a day in nature for just about anything. Whether you’re soaking in the beauty of the natural world, going for a hardcore hike, or planning an adventurous camping trip, it can be helpful to bring essential oils...
How solo travel boosts personal self-confidence

How solo travel boosts personal self-confidence

By Georgina Berbari For some, the thought of traveling alone can be a scary or overwhelming thing. For others, it might feel like an amazing adventure. Perhaps you’re somewhere in between: Excitement mixed with discomfort is likely where a lot of people stand in terms...
Guide to making new friends for introverts

Guide to making new friends for introverts

Article by Georgina Berbari For introverts, making new friends can feel like the most daunting of tasks. It’s a lot easier to stay in the sanctuary of your own company, a well-established comfort zone. Plus, socializing can feel downright draining at times. But there...
Gray Water Tank Conservation Tips

Gray Water Tank Conservation Tips

By Lisa Dempsey Gray Water Tank Conservation at the Campsite When I have the choice between full hook-ups with sewer access or just electric and water, I choose full hook-ups for my trailering adventures so I don’t have to worry about gray water tank...
RV Water Set-up with Girl Camper

RV Water Set-up with Girl Camper

Essential RV water system setup tips with Girl Camper’s own Kim Foley MacKinnon. This informative video features expert advice and showcases top-quality Camco Manufacturing products

Flipping the Script of the New Year’s Resolution 

Flipping the Script of the New Year’s Resolution 

As a new year begins, we have an opportunity to set new, healthy aspirations for the 12 months ahead. This year at Girl Camper, we reflected on what New Year’s Resolutions would look like if they were less about achievement and more about cultivating a supportive...
When Brakes Break

When Brakes Break

by Shari Sullivan You know what they say about nothing good lasting forever? I found that out first hand a few weeks ago and it was quite an experience. Sudden loud noises are usually a bad thing One morning after a recent December Girl Camper event I planned to take...
Welcoming 2024 from our Editor in Chief

Welcoming 2024 from our Editor in Chief

I like to look at January as the season of rest. The holiday festivities are behind us and most of us have indulged a bit too much. I say rest,  but it never lasts long with me because resting means time to meditate on new ideas and plan, plan, plan. So, while I...
Girl Camper Choice: Jayco JayFlight

Girl Camper Choice: Jayco JayFlight

Ginny McKinney shares some insights about her latest RV choice, a 2021 Jayco JayFlight SLX7 183RB, her sixth RV!  Why did you buy this particular RV?  I needed something that was lightweight and easy to tow with my aging truck. Jayco has always been a reliable...
Camp in a Ski Resort Parking Lot

Camp in a Ski Resort Parking Lot

The Pacific Northwest prides itself on rugged self-reliance and an enthusiasm for the outdoors, but did you know it was possible to camp in a ski resort parking lot? With so many Northwest ski resorts located on Forest Service land and with nearby affordable...
Delicious Cheese Soup

Delicious Cheese Soup

The ultimate cold day comfort food is soup and we love delicious cheese soup! Back in the day, some home cooks made this by just adding cubed Velveeta cheese to canned cream of cheddar soup! But it’s really easy to make from scratch and you get to control the quality...
Life is short, decorate those shoes!

Life is short, decorate those shoes!

At the North Texas Christmas campout, Ol’ Fashioned Christmas, we had a craft one afternoon that was a big hit with the attendees. And, once pictures were posted on Facebook after the event, a bunch of other Girl Campers fell in love with the project and wanted to...

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