At one time open fires were our only means of cooking and this is still a favorite option for many campers. Whether you choose charcoal briquettes, flavor-imparting hardwoods or a coal bed from wood purchased at the camp store, open fire cooking requires some skill...
by Dana Botz, Minnesota Guide On May 17-19, a group of hungry women, and one small bread-loving child, got together to make and break bread. They learned how to make sourdough bread from start to finish—from feeding their starter to baking and eating. We found that...
When the outside temperatures climb, you depend on your vehicle’s cooling system, so it’s important to know how it works. The cooling system of any vehicle performs a very important job, to prevent the heat-producing engine from overheating and quite possibly seizing...
Generations of travelers may still recall the sloped teal roofs of stores and the billboards scattered along major highways that for decades advertised the famous Stuckey’s pecan log rolls. While it may have faded away in recent years, thanks to one woman,...
~EDITOR’S NOTE: Sadly, Melissa “Moe” Wheeler passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025, after a short battle with cancer. Moe, you will be greatly missed by one and all. We celebrate your life with a raised glass, making every breath count in true Moe...
https://media.blubrry.com/girlcamper/content.blubrry.com/girlcamper/Lippert-RV-Owners-school.m4aPodcast: Play in new window | Download (36.3MB)Subscribe: RSSIn this episode of the Girl Camper podcast, host Lesa McDermott welcomes Dan Sacha and Lauren Raven from...
By Lisa Dempsey Did you know that going outside for as little as five minutes a day can boost your immune system’s health? I am sure this is one of the reasons Girl Campers, well into their 70s and beyond, are still hitching up their campers and hiking...
Brooke Whipple says she basically came out of the womb wanting to be an adventurer. “I like hard work, I like to be physical, and I like to take stuff to the edge,” She says. No one could argue with that. From spending 28 days completely alone in Mongolia with...
By Lisa Dempsey Welcome to my video on “Trailer Tips and Tricks for Hitching Up and Backing into Your Site.” Surely, whether you’re a seasoned camper or just starting your RV journey, backing a trailer into a tight spot can be a nerve-wracking...
Minor cuts and burns are often just a part of camping. You are careless while cutting vegetables or firewood or perhaps unfamiliar with your propane stove or how to build a campfire. Like everything else, attention and prevention are the keys to avoiding cuts and...
I’m a dog mom. My Boxer girl, Shiloh, often camps with me. Any of you dog moms out there know what that means…… dog hair! Sleepy Shiloh Shiloh and the Rustic Trail Black Bear The Rustic Trail Black Bear You may or may not know that I’m currently testing...
Looking to elevate your next camping trip? Imagine camping in the treetops, being cradled asleep in the arms of a strong oak, then waking up to a red cardinal perched outside your window. Like the cardinal, you too have a bird’s eye view of the landscape. The Cannaley...
https://media.blubrry.com/girlcamper/content.blubrry.com/girlcamper/Overlanding.m4aPodcast: Play in new window | Download (49.0MB)Subscribe: RSSIn this episode of the Girl Camper podcast, your host, Lesa McDermott, focuses on exploring the world overlanding, a form of...
I talk about this all the time: tire safety is such an important topic concerning RVs and is often overlooked. When a tire fails it can be extremely dangerous and it can cause extensive damage. There are lots of reasons for tire failure, such as under-inflation,...
https://media.blubrry.com/girlcamper/content.blubrry.com/girlcamper/Podcast-Coach-C-RV-Tech-Audio.m4aPodcast: Play in new window | Download (21.2MB)Subscribe: RSSWelcome to this week’s episode of the Girl Camper Podcast! Today, we’re discussing everything you need to...
https://media.blubrry.com/girlcamper/content.blubrry.com/girlcamper/Girl-Camper-Events-Bonnie-Shafto.m4aPodcast: Play in new window | Download (24.2MB)Subscribe: RSSWelcome to the Girl Camper podcast. I’m Lesa McDermott, and today’s episode features Bonnie...
https://media.blubrry.com/girlcamper/content.blubrry.com/girlcamper/RV-Mattress.m4aPodcast: Play in new window | Download (36.1MB)Subscribe: RSSWhen you’re out camping, there’s nothing better than a good night’s sleep. In this episode of The Girl...
It can almost seem paralyzing to try to pick out a tent when there are literally hundreds of options on the market. The best place to start is to consider your camping needs and goals. Will you be camping alone or do you need space for a companion? Do you have pets?...
Campground Popcorn ranks right behind s’mores when it comes to open-fire treats. Here are a few tried and true methods for popping the tastiest corn. The trick is a good coal bed, not direct flames. Popcorn “pops” when the moisture in the kernel heats and explodes....
Since humans first made blades from flint stones eons ago, we have been using knives to whittle objects. The earliest kitchen utensils were fashioned from tree limbs and preserved with oils. Many of us today might think of whittling as something past generations did...
https://media.blubrry.com/girlcamper/content.blubrry.com/girlcamper/Nat-Go-RVing-Day.m4aPodcast: Play in new window | Download (46.7MB)Subscribe: RSSAre you ready for an epic camping adventure? 🏕️ This Saturday, June 8th, is National Go RVing Day, and we’ve got...
