13 Senior Camping and RVing Tips

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[@phale925]

Along with #9, carry a weather radio. Know which county you are in. Have an escape route.

[@hammer48ful]

We do a lot of Monday through Friday camping at state and federal parks. They are less crowded and cheaper. As you get older you'll probably have more doctors appointments. We've found a couple of campgrounds that a fairly close so we can still enjoy camping and still make our appointments. We use our RV to visit our kids so we can go to bed and get up when we feel like it and not bother any one else.

[@RVLifestyle]

That's a great strategy! Weekday camping is a smart way to avoid the crowds and save some money. Plus, the convenience of having nearby campgrounds for your appointments is a bonus!

[@Diana-sr5ub]

We just bought a class A RV, our big motivation for buying one was after going south this passed winter with our 2 medium size dogs we found that they were considered a inconvenience to a couple of people we visited. With our own home on wheels we will not run into this issue any more.

[@julieaungst-collins214]

We just bought our first RV - a fifth wheel. We are very excited for this new adventure, so thank you for your tips!

[@1WHATSUP1]

GOOD VIDEO. THANKS

[@bigfoottreestructures2163]

Thank you both for the awesome info!

[@lyndakelly7224]

Comment. WOW I just discovered your channel. It will be so helpful for me. I currently have obligations that prevent me from taking off, but in a few years that will change. I'm doing my research now. The problem will be I'll be in my late 70s by then and on my own. All my expectations are tempered, but I can still dream and plan. I'll be paying attention to your advice. Thank you. Lynda in California.

[@TravelSmallLiveBig]

Great list! The America the Beautiful pass also gets you half of at COE & National Forest Campgrounds. Certain state parks give senior discounts as well - Georgia & Alabama do!

[@RVLifestyle]

Thank you so much for adding to the list! I really appreciate your contribution. It's amazing how many hidden discounts and perks are out there for outdoor enthusiasts. Keep the tips coming!

[@user-ii5xt4ws5x]

This was all very good advice. Thank you.

[@philipgerry5228]

The best rv investment is a good, comfortable mattress and good pillows, so it’s as comfortable as at home.

[@jerrysimeone]

Thanks for the tips. We are into our 60s now and do weekend Rv trips and we want a dog really bad to take with us but as older folk, we are afraid of tripping over one and that’s what stops us. Is there a particular dog that doesn’t have the threat of getting in the way when you are walking around?

[@boredomrebel8945]

A medium to bigger size dog may be best. A lot of times, people who fall when tripping over a dog do it out of reflex in trying not to hurt the dog. With bigger dogs, you can step on them without worrying as much. Plus, you can actually use bigger dogs to brace yourself... or even fall on them! But, above all, you need a well trained dog- no matter the breed. A bigger dog can easily knock you over if they're not well trained. Invest in a dog trainer or learn how to train them yourself and set aside time each day to do so. Another thought is to look into guide dog rejects... these are dogs who were trained to be assistant animals but didn't make the cut.

[@John.Mann.1941]

Edited for typos. @jerrysimone. My wife, and are are weekend (mostly) campers. We take our dogs with us without any problems, they love it. I’m 82 and my wife is 79. Both our two dogs sleep with us on the bed - which works better in the RV since it has bigger bed than our house. That avoids the risk of tripping over them at night when we need a toilet visit, they stay on the bed. At present, our dogs are quite small, a min-pin chihuahua cross and a Jack Russell pug cross. A big dog wouldn’t fit on the bed. We have had at least one dog, and mostly 2 or even 3 dogs of various sizes for the last fifty years, so we are accustomed to having dogs around.
If I read your post correctly you don’t have a dog at present and are not used to one about the house. My suggestion, on that understanding would be to wait until the camping season is over, then get a dog so that you can get used to having one about during the off season. Then start taking your dog with you next camping season, after you gave become accustomed to having your dog around.
Best wishes, dogs are great company.