Thanks guys, this video rocked. Here is a tip to save tons of money for your propane tanks. Never use your heater. The average price to fill a 30# tank is about $30-$35. 2 tanks is about $60-$70. Take that $60 and go to Walmart and get yourself a ceramic, thermostat controlled, variable speed space heater. If you spend a little more you can get one that oscillates. if your plugged into the shore power already, and your not metered on how much juice you can use, just use a space heater. Make sure not to use more then one per breaker or it will trip. We have been full timing it sense September, and there were days when it got below zero and we have only used our heater once and that was just to make sure it worked. A 30# tank will last us about 3 months of cooking and hot water for extended showers. Anyway, just thought I would share that.
Great video. On the Walmarts, pick up your trash RVers. I don't want to lose this place to stay when I'm tired of driving. It's not a campground stay ONE night. Be respectful. I can't believe all the dog poop. Pass on the word, pick it up!!!!
We've been RVing for 35 plus years the first 20 years with two boys.wont give up the memories for anything . your comment on don't buy it till you need it is so true.in jan we bought a new fifth wheel . when i sold the old one in dec you can not believe the stuff i gave away,(all the stuff that we thought we needed)when you get to a campground enjoy whats their is to do there .
You're right. The longer someone RVs...the more stuff they don't need. Before we left, my living room looked like Christmas and only half the items were "essential".
I forget what video had your comment about how you kept the rake for no reason. Today I went out to my RV and removed two Wal mart bags of stuff I have never used. In a small 21'-6" RV, this may not sound like a lot of stuff, but it has freed up a ton of room! I bought so many things when I first started based off of lists and recommendations, but never used because I RV my way, not there way. RV is a unique experience for each of us and thank you for reminding me of that!
Man the timing of this video was perfect! My wife and I are renovating our first RV in preparation for our post army adventures, and we were talking about ways to save and be able to do it off of my retirement/ disability income.
Not going "Out to eat" saves us a ton even on the short weekend trip. Plus cooking in "different ways" like over the fire opens up a whole different kind of experience. Thanks for the tips guys!
You guys are great. My fiance and I are planning our Full Time RV Living takeoff in July of 2018. He turned me on to your channel and I'm hooked..Thank you for all of the great tips and tricks..Enjoy
“Put it down, walk away!” 🤣 My wife and I purchased a fifth wheel this week but I didn’t watch this video until now. In my meticulous planning, I bought EVERYTHING to include the “rug.” Love the videos and I’ve learned a lot from your channel and website!
I love watching your videos! My wife surprised me with a pop up camper for my 40th birthday (Coleman Bayside Elite). She’s so awesome, the only thing she didn’t take into account was the weight. It maxed out my 2006 Honda Pilot so after spending a season towing around Virginia my wife decided it was time to start looking for a truck, obviously I didn’t argue. My wife loves spending time in the mountains mostly because of the amount of wineries that are on the other side of Afton Mtn.This season we will be towing with a 2014 F150 FX4 (I pick it up in a week). We look forward to taking longer trips and we also plan on going home to the “mother land”. The U.P. of Michigan. Our kids just love camping and it’s the only thing that allows us to “disconnect” from our jobs.
Agreed. I'll add, U-Haul is almost always the best price for filling small tanks. In our area, they are $7.50 cheaper for a 30 lb fill over the local Super America (local chain gas station)
My wife and I just discovered your channel about a month ago. We are about to buy our first 5th wheel (sometime in June 2017) and have found your videos to be extremely informative and entertaining! We have been binge watching like a show on Netflix! LOL!
Disabled veterans can get a free National Park pass and in some states free state park passes. With those you get 50% off the cost of campsites. I use mine as often as possible.
How do you boondock without (generator) electricity? Heat/Cool/Air. I did not know about Allstay’s or Cabela’s. Thanks for the tip. I agree that if I had stayed two more days at a park, it would have been cheaper than just 4 days. A week is cheaper. We have a pack that we will sightsee (daytrip) up to an hour away. FYI, if you book on line, you most likely will not get your discount. Call if using a club. Love the tip and tricks about taking food/drinks. We do carry extra water in a thermos. My husband eats once a day and I need a snack every 3 or 4 hours. Museum might be more fun if you ask if they have scavenger hunt list. Most have that, but won’t mention it unless you have a child.
Starting January in Las Vegas all the way through the summer through Cali and Oregon and Washington state and Alaska and when the fall and Winter comes I go to the southern east coast of Florida and the cycle continues again ☺️
Great Job Guys! Just bought a KZ Sportsmen. I'm a RV Newbie. We are about to start our Adventure. Your info is greatly appreciated. It can get overwelming when you get started. Thank you!
Congrats Chad. You're right. So much to do and buy. We created an amazon cart on our website and created a category for RV Essentials and other categories to make it easier to have everything. www.keepyourdaydream.com/kyd-gear/
Man o man do I love your videos ! Absolutely the best I've seen on you tube you should be proud I realize it's not easy . Thank you for sharing with us all I'm in a wheelchair now from an accident with a drunk driver and miss dearly getting out there your videos just refresh me . My wife and I just got a new camper and had a lift installed so soon we hope to be back on the road . Blessings to you and safe travels .
Thank you so much for sharing the ideas. We have been planning our adventure of going full time for a couple years and now we are down to the last 3 months of work. We have gotten our 2017 Chev Duramax (Max) and our 2017 Coachman Chaparral (Chappy) and are in the process of getting our house ready for the market. Now that we are so close, whenever we have a minute, I am rewatching your videos and making notes. We are so excited and looking forward to hitting the road. We appreciate all of your tips and will definitely continue to follow your site.
Excellent advice. Specially about stop buying! Some things you have to have like leveling blocks, surge suppressor, and water filter. But others, not so much. Great Delivery, Great Info. Thanks!
The west coast has the best camping!!!! If your up in Washington and want to see farming on the rolling hills of the Palouse...you can camp out at our farm. We are inland, and not on the coast but very close to the snake river. Love watching your videos, we got our camper last year and love spending family time. We are planning a trip this summer down to Carpinteria to camp at the beach, can't wait !
Many zoos and museums have reciprocal agreements with other museums and zoos in other locations. If you have a membership to a zoo or museum in your home location ASK THEM if they have reciprocal agreements with others. It can be like extending your membership and getting to use it on the road.
Thanks for some great tips! My wife and I just bought a new motorhome last year my wife is retireing in May and I have a little over a year to go. I do have 7 weeks vacation so I can practice for retirement lol your videos are an inspiration! We can't wait to hit the road full time...
Another helpful video. I echo Benjamin's comment on the bike rack. We are 50% done with the restoration of our 1965 Streamline Countess. Super excited. Sounds like we are taking a similar California and Oregon coast trip as you this fall. Can't wait to see your trip and your experiences with Harvest Hosts. Thanks again.
Most museums are free but ask for a "donation" or require a fee for "extras" such as movies or interactive exhibits. Many zoos also offer a free day. Yes, the military is free for the annual national park pass. It's also free for those documented as disabled or volunteers with certain agencies and the senior pass is discounted - currently at $80 (lifetime) or $20 (year)
Great Job guys. We are 21 days out for our first 30 day adventure with our very First RV. We love the tips. Please keep them coming. Another tip. You can stop on Military bases. They have parks too. Thats what we are planning to do.
These are very great tips and great ways to save money. Eating at home is a great idea instead of eating out so much. And camping at Walmart and Cabellas or even staying at BLM land is great for saving money at campgrounds. Great video. See all soon!
Great Vid. We are retiring end of the month. NEWBIES. Gonna get a class C - have a Toad. - In Fla. now but gotta get outta here soon. HEAT !!! Want to head West. But want to try to stay in good weather so our first year won't be too hot. Thanx for all your great vids. and info.
I am in moab,ut. and just found out about the access pass,being 62 . it costed me 10 dollars,what a big saving. also found out that I can use the local pool for a shower and also a swim,all for 5 dollars. wow
Regarding the free days at museums, keep in mind that lots of other people will be taking advantage of them and the museums may be much more crowded than normal! For some people it may be worth it to pay for a less crowded day (midweek is usually best).
My wife and I are soon-to-be empty nesters and have the travel bug bad! This was a GREAT video! Thanks for the tips! I can't wait to try some of this with the love of my life. :D
Sign up for Wal-mart app and use Saving catcher. Scan your receipts and within 3 days if any thing is found to be cheaper at other stores ( minus Costco Same and BJ's) you get the cheaper price. Save them up and then cash them in for a walmart gift card. You will be surprised how it adds up and the only thing you have to is scan it to your phone within a week of purchase.
Absolutely great advice!!! I've found if you can shop for your RV stuff away from the good old RV stores you can save money as well. Hugs to you and yours, Sandy abd Jay Livesay
We're buying an RV in the spring. We'll only be doing road trips in the beginning but when our kids finish school we're going full time RV'ing. Would love to get in touch with you and learn even more.
Congrats Julana! Check out the KYD Insiders - that's exactly why we have it. If you're on fbook, we're talk with the KYD Insider community almost daily and others help answer questions. www.patreon.com/KeepYourDaydream
Wow! What a great video! Those tips are going to save us a ton of money! Love you guys! It was great to meet you in Arizona. God bless and happy travels!
Oh my when you said NM and cold...got a laugh we are there now left 90 degrees in Las Cruces to end up around Gallup with 35 mph winds and possible snow on Friday..yikes glad we filled up on propane in MS...not a week for being on the road for us. KYD. Safe Travels. Great video.
It was chilly there for us too! The only place my water hose froze was AZ! The Southwest gets colder than people think and much hotter than people think ;)
Great tips guys! I'm still in Georgia busy making my campervan " my own" and have some awesome, skilled friends that are doing most of the work....what can I say, I'm blessed! Don't worry, been taking pics of the van rebuild and will get my channel up and running soon! P. S. I love it when I check my notifications and you've posted a new video!
Great ideas other than Harvest Host. Cost more to take the winery tour for 2 people, and buy a bottle of wine, than you'll spend with full hookup at a nearby RV park.
Great tips, thank you for sharing! We just picked up a new toy hauler and will be camping in it over the spring and summer. I've been watching a ton of your videos to get ideas and tips for making the best of our initial trips.
Would really like to see a video on the recording equipment you use. Especially as it pertains to keeping your handheld videos steady and your sound recording mike. It seems you have a small boom mike on the DSLR but I have no clue about the other. I've found the Lightdow camera to be very good and very affordable as a dashcam and for other background footage but my Nikon and Sony work well for video, except the handheld part. Thanks for all the hard work you put into your videos, they are really wonderful.
That's on my list to do. I'll do it sooner than later. All my equipment is in the desc with links. The Rode mic with dead cat is there too. Thanks for the comment.
Great tips guys. And plans are in the works for a 2018 across Canada, Hamilton Ontario to somewhere in BC and back!!! Thanks for sharing your journeys and inspiring us to take ours. Cheers, John
It doesn't have a money-saving aspect to it [??], but you reminded me of a practice that many full-timers use: The 2-2-2 Guide. That is, on travel days, drive 200 miles [or LESS], pull into your campground by 2 PM [if you can/they let you] and stay for at least 2 days. Yeah... It doesn't always work for some things/events, etc. But it's way less hammering on the stress levels! ;) Keep th' greasy side down & keep it 'tweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeen th' ditches, Y'all!!
This is SO helpful! Thanks you guys for putting this together. We are starting our journey, looking at the expenses and thinking, how are we going to do this?? But this is incredibly helpful and inspiring! Namaste!
#LoveAlwaysAdventureOften. Read "The Richest Man In Babylon". It's not about specific ways to save money, but more about money management. It will go great with the money saving tips here.
Nice video you two, if you you go through Oregon and go through the Winston Area, besides all the local wineries you might look at the Wildlife Safari for a day trip. They have some neat wildlife encounters that both you and your children would enjoy. Thanks for the videos.
Great video, as always. We're on the cusp of being able to purchase a small motorhome and have been learning all we can over the past year. Your videos are inspiring and make us want to hit the road all the more. Please keep up the great work. We'll be looking for you once we're able to hit the road...maybe our paths will cross and we can swap stories.
Great video ! I learned something new, always good to do that !! Great tips. I have downsized for my TC from a 27 foot Toy hauler, loving it!! Keeping it small unless I need it, thanks again! All the best to you and your family. Kenny
KYD is a new find for me and I am hooked. What a cute and articulate couple. She is a hottie ! Their posting are filled with great info given in concise and meaningful way.
Thank you for all your valuable info -- you guys are my go-to couple for how to do it right. I haven't left yet, but when I go OTR I'll be watching you daily.
Nice tips, thank you. I'm looking to do this years into the future so hopefully I can remember all this but if I don't, I can watch the video again. Anyways, on topic of museums & I know you're already past Portland so it's too late but for anyone else looking to do fun stuff in the Portland area, OMSI (Oregon Museum of Science & Industry) has a discount day, I think it's the first Sunday of the month if I'm not mistaken. Thing is, you gotta be there super early for discount day since it's packed, like I wanted to see a show in the omnimax (huge imax theater, very amazing) & decided to go on discount day since I was short on money. Arrived there a little over an hour before the show started & there was this massive line going around the corner. I barely made it in there in time, they were closing the doors when I got there but I got in. Still, if anyone is in the Portland area when OMSI has their discount day, it's an awesome museum. Interactive exhibits, submarine tours, a planetarium, the omnimax theater, & even a ride. It's a bit spendy going most days so definitely keep an eye on the website for when the prices are down since it's something the kids will never forget, truly a wonderful experience. I want to be able to go RVing in the future because I want to travel around so bad but my budget is tight, I plan to save up money these next few years & my parents are helping me out with it too thankfully because I could never save up that kind of money on my own. I want to do some writing but I want to adventure, see stuff & experience things so that I can have a better understanding on stuff I might be writing about. My whole life I've lived in Oregon, only adventuring out of state to visit family in Washington or that extremely rare vacation to see friends in California. Last year I got to go on an adventure through California because there was an event I wanted to go to in San Francisco & my mom had an old friend in Ventura who wasn't doing so well in health & she was hosting a birthday party at a very convenient time to the thing I wanted to do so we went through California to do both of our things, yes I used past tense phrasing on my mom's friend on purpose, you can probably guess why but what happened was recent so I'm not going to touch on the subject. Pretty much it takes a lot to get my family to travel & that's the only way I can afford to travel, I save my money to go to Seattle once a year for Emerald City Comicon because it's a very special convention to me & I don't like missing it but that's usually my big trip of the year. I've mainly only been up & down the west coast, heck I've don't even know what it's like going into a different time zone. I've always been somewhere touching the ocean, the idea of being in a landlocked state sounds so weird but I'd like to do that. There's so much to see & do out there but money is the biggest thing keeping me bound to the west coast. I figure RVing might be more budget friendly, especially given you don't need to spend every single night somewhere you gotta pay for like going through California with my mom, what killed our budget was the hotel expense, there were places where we just stayed in for one night on the way further down south just because we needed a place to sleep. The option of staying in a Walmart parking lot isn't open when all you got is a car with only enough room for one person to sleep uncomfortably. My grandparents use to travel to warmer areas in the winter since my grandma hated the cold, she absolutely could not stand the feeling of cold whatsoever. They had a trailer they'd bring & stay in during the winter of which growing up, I thought was super cool. I wish we got the trailer but they sold it when they were still alive since my grandma wasn't strong enough to make the trip anymore. It was a nice little trailer & would save me the trouble of saving up for something like that now. I wish I could ask them about their trips & get advice from them on places they stayed & things they did to save money but I didn't think about that sort of stuff back then. This is the next best thing, probably better especially given my grandpa was losing his mind the last few years of his life. He didn't remember much of anything at all so I probably would of gotten the wrong advice from him, if I got anything at all. This video is so helpful & I hope to be able to remember the stuff from this & your other videos in the future.
1991birthday. Read "The Richest Man In Babylon". It's a great way to manage your money. You can download it for just a few bucks. Cheep RV living TH-cam channel has great tips. You may not need a full on RV to get started. There are alternatives. I've been to PR, every state but two and nine countries. I've changed time zones more times than I can count. Manage your money. Get your RV/van/whatever and get out there.
Another great video, full of great tips. Cant wait to watch the harvest trips, we have been curious about them too. We love the Walmart Hilton, free wifi, McDonald coffee and covers most of our shopping needs.
Thanks for the 10 ideas. I always wondered about buying gear before a trip. Perfect plan buy if need and not just because. Walmarts have been mentioned a lot. Thanks for the video
We have found a way to save money while traveling is being a member of our local science center. They participate in the ASTC Passport Program which is an amazing reciprocal program. Our membership more than pays for itself in a visit or two.
I was talking to a friend this morning and she is using her membership at a reciprocal location in Korea this Summer. I didn't know it, but the ASTC Passport Program is worldwide. Making it an even better deal.
Bonus video, love it. Helps me get over the fact our RV is behind schedule so we won't likely pick it up for a few more weeks!!! Its killing us! lol Keep the great content coming. I am interested in the bike rack as well. :-) Just saying. Thanks guys.
Have yall visited Salida Colorado yet? we have several festivals throughout the year and there is free camping at Salida east and the Arkansas river goes through downtown and there is plenty of places to go hiking.
In Canada the National Parks pass is FREE this year (2017) for residents and tourists - to celebrate Canada's 150!! It's going to be busy but it includes National parks and historic sites! Enjoy!
You can order online in advance to be mailed to you, or at the park gates, or CIBC (a Canadian bank) is now distributing them at branches. Tofino is amazing!! We're headed there this summer too (from Toronto - with our travel trailer). Enjoy!!
Love your videos. Bought a travel trailer last year and have not been in country enough to take it any where but my yard yet. I have a question about the boondocking. I live in Alabama, and it gets hot here, and we have that thing called humidity. We have 2 big season and two 2-3 week blips between them. How does a newbie survive with out power, no ac. I have a generator, but it's not one designed for camping and I don't have 3-4k to just go buy one. I taken alot of your and LOLOHO'S tip to heart! Thanks.
Happy Sunday Beautiful People, I need to apologize to you both. I didn't agree with something you said. When I commented the words came out wrong. Hope except my apologies. I'm full timing in my Pace Arrow. Having the time of my life. I'm a Vice President of a Outlaw Motorcycle Club. Been traveling a bit. Mostly staying at a lot of my brothers driveways. Can't wait for summer. Put the bikes on a trailer and go!!!!!!! Much respect & safe travels, Lobo
A couple of things. I hear a lot about boon docking at Walmart and occasionally cabbalas. I never hear about Menards. They are RV friendly. You will find them in the north central US south to Missouri. For those who don't know, Menards is a home improvement store and much more. A great place to pick up repair/remodel supplies and snacks. Ask about their rebate programs to save you money in the future. We've talked about this already under a previous comment and I know you've read it. But, I wanted to post this here so others can see it. Read "the richest man in Babylon". It's a great financial management book. It has fun, memorable stories and sound rules for managing and growing your money. Thanks for the great videos. Always entertaining and informative.
Thanks for the information. We do a bit of beach camping and found that the outside carpet is a life saver to keep sand out of the RV. But I wonder if there is another solution? Any suggestions?
We will be picking up our trailer in 2 weeks and have camping reserved already, we're so excited! You guys have been VERY helpful with all of the research we did. Amazing job❤
They have first come first serve sites at most parks as well. The private campgrounds and the full hook up rv resorts are also plenty here lol. You guys will find a place either way❤
Thank you for these great ways to maximize our hard earned canadian dollars... Love your channel! Can't wait to start my own "free away from home" time! HappyCamper from Montreal, Canada.
sweet...that was awesome, but you do know that we watch because you guys are pretty cool... see you on the road. MY RV name is Sunshine and our future blog is going to be RV Sol Searching... see you soon!
A little unrelated, but I was wondering about the drone set up that you use. I love the picture quality. Would you mind sharing? y'all have fun and be safe!
We are looking for a travel trailer now. We used to camp in a tent a lot until my husband developed sleep apnea and now has to use a cpap machine so hoping to find a trailer that my truck will pull and still be able to camp. I still have all our camping gear.
Thanks guys, this video rocked. Here is a tip to save tons of money for your propane tanks. Never use your heater. The average price to fill a 30# tank is about $30-$35. 2 tanks is about $60-$70. Take that $60 and go to Walmart and get yourself a ceramic, thermostat controlled, variable speed space heater. If you spend a little more you can get one that oscillates. if your plugged into the shore power already, and your not metered on how much juice you can use, just use a space heater. Make sure not to use more then one per breaker or it will trip. We have been full timing it sense September, and there were days when it got below zero and we have only used our heater once and that was just to make sure it worked. A 30# tank will last us about 3 months of cooking and hot water for extended showers. Anyway, just thought I would share that.
That's a great point! And far less noisy!
How long can you stay in a walmart parking lot? How do you replenish fresh water and dump sewage if you do that?
Add a second on using any version of electric heater vs using your ($) propane...
Thanks!🐳
Great video. On the Walmarts, pick up your trash RVers. I don't want to lose this place to stay when I'm tired of driving. It's not a campground stay ONE night. Be respectful. I can't believe all the dog poop. Pass on the word, pick it up!!!!
And take TWO shopping carts in the store with you from the parking lot even you don't need either one.
We've been RVing for 35 plus years the first 20 years with two boys.wont give up the memories for anything . your comment on don't buy it till you need it is so true.in jan we bought a new fifth wheel . when i sold the old one in dec you can not believe the stuff i gave away,(all the stuff that we thought we needed)when you get to a campground enjoy whats their is to do there .
You're right. The longer someone RVs...the more stuff they don't need. Before we left, my living room looked like Christmas and only half the items were "essential".
Why would someone dislike this? How could this video have been made better?? It’s awesome!
I forget what video had your comment about how you kept the rake for no reason. Today I went out to my RV and removed two Wal mart bags of stuff I have never used. In a small 21'-6" RV, this may not sound like a lot of stuff, but it has freed up a ton of room! I bought so many things when I first started based off of lists and recommendations, but never used because I RV my way, not there way. RV is a unique experience for each of us and thank you for reminding me of that!
Man the timing of this video was perfect! My wife and I are renovating our first RV in preparation for our post army adventures, and we were talking about ways to save and be able to do it off of my retirement/ disability income.
Not going "Out to eat" saves us a ton even on the short weekend trip. Plus cooking in "different ways" like over the fire opens up a whole different kind of experience. Thanks for the tips guys!
You guys are great. My fiance and I are planning our Full Time RV Living takeoff in July of 2018. He turned me on to your channel and I'm hooked..Thank you for all of the great tips and tricks..Enjoy
Welcome! June will be here before you know it.
I'm curious if you guys ended up doing the full-time RV living? If so, how is it going?
“Put it down, walk away!” 🤣 My wife and I purchased a fifth wheel this week but I didn’t watch this video until now. In my meticulous planning, I bought EVERYTHING to include the “rug.” Love the videos and I’ve learned a lot from your channel and website!
I love watching your videos! My wife surprised me with a pop up camper for my 40th birthday (Coleman Bayside Elite). She’s so awesome, the only thing she didn’t take into account was the weight. It maxed out my 2006 Honda Pilot so after spending a season towing around Virginia my wife decided it was time to start looking for a truck, obviously I didn’t argue. My wife loves spending time in the mountains mostly because of the amount of wineries that are on the other side of Afton Mtn.This season we will be towing with a 2014 F150 FX4 (I pick it up in a week). We look forward to taking longer trips and we also plan on going home to the “mother land”. The U.P. of Michigan. Our kids just love camping and it’s the only thing that allows us to “disconnect” from our jobs.
That's awesome. Expect a GVWR video soon.
use tractor supply for ur propane can get 2 tanks filled for the price of one
Agreed. I'll add, U-Haul is almost always the best price for filling small tanks. In our area, they are $7.50 cheaper for a 30 lb fill over the local Super America (local chain gas station)
Thank you for these videos! We just bought our first ever travel trailer and there is so much for us to learn!!!
The Toledo Museum Of Art is in the nation's top 10 and is always free.
My wife and I just discovered your channel about a month ago. We are about to buy our first 5th wheel (sometime in June 2017) and have found your videos to be extremely informative and entertaining! We have been binge watching like a show on Netflix! LOL!
Our fav comments! :) Thanks. Congrats on the new rig!
Disabled veterans can get a free National Park pass and in some states free state park passes. With those you get 50% off the cost of campsites. I use mine as often as possible.
Actually all active duty and retired do too. And you can camp on base. Some of those bases are in very nice areas.
Thank you Veterans for keeping us free!
How do you boondock without (generator) electricity? Heat/Cool/Air. I did not know about Allstay’s or Cabela’s. Thanks for the tip. I agree that if I had stayed two more days at a park, it would have been cheaper than just 4 days. A week is cheaper. We have a pack that we will sightsee (daytrip) up to an hour away. FYI, if you book on line, you most likely will not get your discount. Call if using a club. Love the tip and tricks about taking food/drinks. We do carry extra water in a thermos. My husband eats once a day and I need a snack every 3 or 4 hours. Museum might be more fun if you ask if they have scavenger hunt list. Most have that, but won’t mention it unless you have a child.
Starting January in Las Vegas all the way through the summer through Cali and Oregon and Washington state and Alaska and when the fall and Winter comes I go to the southern east coast of Florida and the cycle continues again ☺️
Great Job Guys! Just bought a KZ Sportsmen. I'm a RV Newbie. We are about to start our Adventure. Your info is greatly appreciated. It can get overwelming when you get started. Thank you!
Congrats Chad. You're right. So much to do and buy. We created an amazon cart on our website and created a category for RV Essentials and other categories to make it easier to have everything. www.keepyourdaydream.com/kyd-gear/
Man o man do I love your videos !
Absolutely the best I've seen on you tube you should be proud I realize it's not easy . Thank you for sharing with us all I'm in a wheelchair now from an accident with a drunk driver and miss dearly getting out there your videos just refresh me . My wife and I just got a new camper and had a lift installed so soon we hope to be back on the road .
Blessings to you and safe travels .
Congrats on the rig! Love hear that! So glad you like the channel. Keep in touch.
I was like a money saving video? Nah, I tune in for the adventures. Man... you even made this video fun to watch!
Ben Lawless Ha. Thx. Sorry we missed you last week. See you next time.
Lots of great info! Today was the big day, traded our old camper in for a new 29ft Bullet with bunk house! Can't wait for our first trip out...
That is an exciting day. Congrats!
We just bought a used RV and I love your you tube videos! Can t wait to pick it up and go travelling! Thanks for all your information.
Come to St. Charles MO and see the old downtown area, cobblestone streets and building and shops 200 years old. Very charming.
Thank you so much for sharing the ideas. We have been planning our adventure of going full time for a couple years and now we are down to the last 3 months of work. We have gotten our 2017 Chev Duramax (Max) and our 2017 Coachman Chaparral (Chappy) and are in the process of getting our house ready for the market. Now that we are so close, whenever we have a minute, I am rewatching your videos and making notes. We are so excited and looking forward to hitting the road. We appreciate all of your tips and will definitely continue to follow your site.
Excellent advice. Specially about stop buying! Some things you have to have like leveling blocks, surge suppressor, and water filter. But others, not so much. Great Delivery, Great Info. Thanks!
Thanks Slim. Essentials and non-essentials. Geez are the non-essentials tempting!
Great Tips! We also love Campendium as a free camping resource. Thanks for sharing 🚐
Will check it out. Never heard of it.
Its great, they have in-depth reviews on state & national parks, rv parks, and free campsites!
Cute couple and thanks for the video! Wife and I getting ready to go!
The west coast has the best camping!!!! If your up in Washington and want to see farming on the rolling hills of the Palouse...you can camp out at our farm. We are inland, and not on the coast but very close to the snake river.
Love watching your videos, we got our camper last year and love spending family time. We are planning a trip this summer down to Carpinteria to camp at the beach, can't wait !
We'll be there. Not sure the route yet. Keep in touch! Follow-us on fbook :)
Many zoos and museums have reciprocal agreements with other museums and zoos in other locations. If you have a membership to a zoo or museum in your home location ASK THEM if they have reciprocal agreements with others. It can be like extending your membership and getting to use it on the road.
Thanks for some great tips! My wife and I just bought a new motorhome last year my wife is retireing in May and I have a little over a year to go. I do have 7 weeks vacation so I can practice for retirement lol your videos are an inspiration! We can't wait to hit the road full time...
That's great. Thanks!
Another helpful video. I echo Benjamin's comment on the bike rack. We are 50% done with the restoration of our 1965 Streamline Countess. Super excited. Sounds like we are taking a similar California and Oregon coast trip as you this fall. Can't wait to see your trip and your experiences with Harvest Hosts. Thanks again.
Okay, geez. I must get this done! It's already on the short list, but it might need to be moved to the top :)
Most museums are free but ask for a "donation" or require a fee for "extras" such as movies or interactive exhibits. Many zoos also offer a free day. Yes, the military is free for the annual national park pass. It's also free for those documented as disabled or volunteers with certain agencies and the senior pass is discounted - currently at $80 (lifetime) or $20 (year)
Great video guys! It's all about value for your money and not wasting it on things you didn't need or wouldn't enjoy!
Great Job guys. We are 21 days out for our first 30 day adventure with our very First RV. We love the tips. Please keep them coming. Another tip. You can stop on Military bases. They have parks too. Thats what we are planning to do.
Never thought of that! Thx
I thought u have to be ex military to stay at their parks
I am. but any ex or fully disabled military like me can get on.
These are very great tips and great ways to save money. Eating at home is a great idea instead of eating out so much. And camping at Walmart and Cabellas or even staying at BLM land is great for saving money at campgrounds. Great video. See all soon!
great tips.
i've used all of them in the last 17 months.
and some museums are free.
i'm in Arley, AL at the moment.
Great Vid. We are retiring end of the month. NEWBIES. Gonna get a class C - have a Toad. - In Fla. now but gotta get outta here soon. HEAT !!! Want to head West. But want to try to stay in good weather so our first year won't be too hot. Thanx for all your great vids. and info.
I am in moab,ut. and just found out about the access pass,being 62 . it costed me 10 dollars,what a big saving. also found out that I can use the local pool for a shower and also a swim,all for 5 dollars. wow
Moab is awesome. Glad you took advantage of the pass. Someone else mentioned they are taking it away. Did you get the lifetime?
Yes! Your coming up here to British Columbia! Our home and one dynamite breath taking place to camp!! 🇨🇦
:) Keep in touch on fbook!
Going to pick up our first travel trailer Friday. Wife and I want to see the country before we are too old to be able to do it. Thanks for the tips!
Regarding the free days at museums, keep in mind that lots of other people will be taking advantage of them and the museums may be much more crowded than normal! For some people it may be worth it to pay for a less crowded day (midweek is usually best).
My wife and I are soon-to-be empty nesters and have the travel bug bad! This was a GREAT video! Thanks for the tips! I can't wait to try some of this with the love of my life. :D
Sign up for Wal-mart app and use Saving catcher. Scan your receipts and within 3 days if any thing is found to be cheaper at other stores ( minus Costco Same and BJ's) you get the cheaper price. Save them up and then cash them in for a walmart gift card. You will be surprised how it adds up and the only thing you have to is scan it to your phone within a week of purchase.
Nice.
Just an update.... WalMart discontinued Savings Catcher as if April this year, sadly. :(
Trish always reminds me of Reese Witherspoon. “BEAUTIFUL”
That was my first thought too. She looks like her, she's even built like her, and a lot of her mannerisms and voice is even like her.
Absolutely great advice!!! I've found if you can shop for your RV stuff away from the good old RV stores you can save money as well.
Hugs to you and yours,
Sandy abd Jay Livesay
Good idea. Thanks Sandy & Jay.
We're buying an RV in the spring. We'll only be doing road trips in the beginning but when our kids finish school we're going full time RV'ing. Would love to get in touch with you and learn even more.
Congrats Julana! Check out the KYD Insiders - that's exactly why we have it. If you're on fbook, we're talk with the KYD Insider community almost daily and others help answer questions. www.patreon.com/KeepYourDaydream
Wow! What a great video! Those tips are going to save us a ton of money! Love you guys! It was great to meet you in Arizona. God bless and happy travels!
What's up Mark! Glad you liked it! Thanks for coming. The meet-up was so much fun.
Oh my when you said NM and cold...got a laugh we are there now left 90 degrees in Las Cruces to end up around Gallup with 35 mph winds and possible snow on Friday..yikes glad we filled up on propane in MS...not a week for being on the road for us. KYD. Safe Travels. Great video.
It was chilly there for us too! The only place my water hose froze was AZ! The Southwest gets colder than people think and much hotter than people think ;)
Great tips guys! I'm still in Georgia busy making my campervan " my own" and have some awesome, skilled friends that are doing most of the work....what can I say, I'm blessed! Don't worry, been taking pics of the van rebuild and will get my channel up and running soon! P. S. I love it when I check my notifications and you've posted a new video!
That's great. So glad to hear things are going well. Hoping to keep up with twice per week. We'll see. Lots of ideas for more weekdays vids.
This is the best channel find, Ever! Add Tofino, British Columbia onto your list. Keep up the great work.
Welcome! Tofino is on the list. Little worried about lack of resv. We're going to wing it. Found that works better overall.
Great ideas other than Harvest Host. Cost more to take the winery tour for 2 people, and buy a bottle of wine, than you'll spend with full hookup at a nearby RV park.
Great tips, thank you for sharing! We just picked up a new toy hauler and will be camping in it over the spring and summer. I've been watching a ton of your videos to get ideas and tips for making the best of our initial trips.
Would really like to see a video on the recording equipment you use. Especially as it pertains to keeping your handheld videos steady and your sound recording mike. It seems you have a small boom mike on the DSLR but I have no clue about the other. I've found the Lightdow camera to be very good and very affordable as a dashcam and for other background footage but my Nikon and Sony work well for video, except the handheld part. Thanks for all the hard work you put into your videos, they are really wonderful.
That's on my list to do. I'll do it sooner than later. All my equipment is in the desc with links. The Rode mic with dead cat is there too. Thanks for the comment.
I use gas buddy app,for the best prices on fuel
Love your video's. Just bought an Imagine Grand Design 30 foot and we are getting ready for our maiden voyage!
Congrats! 👏👏👏👏👏 We're looking at Grand Design too. They look like nice rigs. Enjoy the maiden voyage! #GoSlow :)
Great tips guys. And plans are in the works for a 2018 across Canada, Hamilton Ontario to somewhere in BC and back!!! Thanks for sharing your journeys and inspiring us to take ours. Cheers, John
Maybe. Looking to AK in 2018. We did Toronto and Montreal in Season 1.
It doesn't have a money-saving aspect to it [??], but you reminded me of a practice that many full-timers use: The 2-2-2 Guide. That is, on travel days, drive 200 miles [or LESS], pull into your campground by 2 PM [if you can/they let you] and stay for at least 2 days. Yeah... It doesn't always work for some things/events, etc. But it's way less hammering on the stress levels! ;)
Keep th' greasy side down & keep it 'tweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeen th' ditches, Y'all!!
John Baker Such a great idea. Good input.
This is SO helpful! Thanks you guys for putting this together. We are starting our journey, looking at the expenses and thinking, how are we going to do this?? But this is incredibly helpful and inspiring! Namaste!
#LoveAlwaysAdventureOften. Read "The Richest Man In Babylon". It's not about specific ways to save money, but more about money management. It will go great with the money saving tips here.
I agree. We've read that book too. We also listen to many podcast about location independent businesses.
GREAT tips. don't forget Groupon in the cities you are in for activities, cheaper meals, etc.
Nice video you two, if you you go through Oregon and go through the Winston Area, besides all the local wineries you might look at the Wildlife Safari for a day trip. They have some neat wildlife encounters that both you and your children would enjoy. Thanks for the videos.
Got your email. Thanks!
Great video, as always. We're on the cusp of being able to purchase a small motorhome and have been learning all we can over the past year. Your videos are inspiring and make us want to hit the road all the more. Please keep up the great work. We'll be looking for you once we're able to hit the road...maybe our paths will cross and we can swap stories.
Got a class A for sale if your interested?
That's great! Glad you're enjoying the vids. More to come. Keep in touch.
Wife and I have been watching you guys since day 1. Would love to meet up sometime when you get close to the Pacific Northwest.
Sweet. I remember the comments! We might be doing a meet-up in OR. Not sure where yet. Keep in touch. Will announce on fbook.
Great video ! I learned something new, always good to do that !! Great tips. I have downsized for my TC from a 27 foot Toy hauler, loving it!! Keeping it small unless I need it, thanks again! All the best to you and your family. Kenny
Driving 55 - 60 MPH helps a lot too. Less gas, less vehicle maintenance, and a lot less stress!
Good point. We pretty don't go over 60 anymore.
Excellent advise! You just saved us $1,000!
Also, we need those camp chairs you have there.
Happy Camping
KYD is a new find for me and I am hooked. What a cute and articulate couple. She is a hottie ! Their posting are filled with great info given in concise and meaningful way.
Welcome Ron.
Thank you for all your valuable info -- you guys are my go-to couple for how to do it right. I haven't left yet, but when I go OTR I'll be watching you daily.
Nice tips, thank you. I'm looking to do this years into the future so hopefully I can remember all this but if I don't, I can watch the video again. Anyways, on topic of museums & I know you're already past Portland so it's too late but for anyone else looking to do fun stuff in the Portland area, OMSI (Oregon Museum of Science & Industry) has a discount day, I think it's the first Sunday of the month if I'm not mistaken. Thing is, you gotta be there super early for discount day since it's packed, like I wanted to see a show in the omnimax (huge imax theater, very amazing) & decided to go on discount day since I was short on money. Arrived there a little over an hour before the show started & there was this massive line going around the corner. I barely made it in there in time, they were closing the doors when I got there but I got in. Still, if anyone is in the Portland area when OMSI has their discount day, it's an awesome museum. Interactive exhibits, submarine tours, a planetarium, the omnimax theater, & even a ride. It's a bit spendy going most days so definitely keep an eye on the website for when the prices are down since it's something the kids will never forget, truly a wonderful experience.
I want to be able to go RVing in the future because I want to travel around so bad but my budget is tight, I plan to save up money these next few years & my parents are helping me out with it too thankfully because I could never save up that kind of money on my own. I want to do some writing but I want to adventure, see stuff & experience things so that I can have a better understanding on stuff I might be writing about. My whole life I've lived in Oregon, only adventuring out of state to visit family in Washington or that extremely rare vacation to see friends in California. Last year I got to go on an adventure through California because there was an event I wanted to go to in San Francisco & my mom had an old friend in Ventura who wasn't doing so well in health & she was hosting a birthday party at a very convenient time to the thing I wanted to do so we went through California to do both of our things, yes I used past tense phrasing on my mom's friend on purpose, you can probably guess why but what happened was recent so I'm not going to touch on the subject.
Pretty much it takes a lot to get my family to travel & that's the only way I can afford to travel, I save my money to go to Seattle once a year for Emerald City Comicon because it's a very special convention to me & I don't like missing it but that's usually my big trip of the year. I've mainly only been up & down the west coast, heck I've don't even know what it's like going into a different time zone. I've always been somewhere touching the ocean, the idea of being in a landlocked state sounds so weird but I'd like to do that. There's so much to see & do out there but money is the biggest thing keeping me bound to the west coast. I figure RVing might be more budget friendly, especially given you don't need to spend every single night somewhere you gotta pay for like going through California with my mom, what killed our budget was the hotel expense, there were places where we just stayed in for one night on the way further down south just because we needed a place to sleep. The option of staying in a Walmart parking lot isn't open when all you got is a car with only enough room for one person to sleep uncomfortably.
My grandparents use to travel to warmer areas in the winter since my grandma hated the cold, she absolutely could not stand the feeling of cold whatsoever. They had a trailer they'd bring & stay in during the winter of which growing up, I thought was super cool. I wish we got the trailer but they sold it when they were still alive since my grandma wasn't strong enough to make the trip anymore. It was a nice little trailer & would save me the trouble of saving up for something like that now. I wish I could ask them about their trips & get advice from them on places they stayed & things they did to save money but I didn't think about that sort of stuff back then. This is the next best thing, probably better especially given my grandpa was losing his mind the last few years of his life. He didn't remember much of anything at all so I probably would of gotten the wrong advice from him, if I got anything at all. This video is so helpful & I hope to be able to remember the stuff from this & your other videos in the future.
1991birthday. Read "The Richest Man In Babylon". It's a great way to manage your money. You can download it for just a few bucks.
Cheep RV living TH-cam channel has great tips. You may not need a full on RV to get started. There are alternatives.
I've been to PR, every state but two and nine countries. I've changed time zones more times than I can count. Manage your money. Get your RV/van/whatever and get out there.
Another great video, full of great tips. Cant wait to watch the harvest trips, we have been curious about them too.
We love the Walmart Hilton, free wifi, McDonald coffee and covers most of our shopping needs.
Sweet. We'll keep you posted.
Thanks for the 10 ideas. I always wondered about buying gear before a trip. Perfect plan buy if need and not just because. Walmarts have been mentioned a lot. Thanks for the video
We have found a way to save money while traveling is being a member of our local science center. They participate in the ASTC Passport Program which is an amazing reciprocal program. Our membership more than pays for itself in a visit or two.
Wow. Good idea.
I was talking to a friend this morning and she is using her membership at a reciprocal location in Korea this Summer. I didn't know it, but the ASTC Passport Program is worldwide. Making it an even better deal.
Great concise and informative video! I'll be sharing this on some of the beginning RV groups on FB! Happy Trails!
The Good Journey thx. We love it when our videos get shared in the groups. Doesn't feel right doing it myself. Self promoting is frowned upon :)
Bonus video, love it. Helps me get over the fact our RV is behind schedule so we won't likely pick it up for a few more weeks!!!
Its killing us! lol Keep the great content coming. I am interested in the bike rack as well. :-) Just saying. Thanks guys.
Karen Robertson That dang bike rack video! Okay. I'm on it!
Have yall visited Salida Colorado yet? we have several festivals throughout the year and there is free camping at Salida east and the Arkansas river goes through downtown and there is plenty of places to go hiking.
In Canada the National Parks pass is FREE this year (2017) for residents and tourists - to celebrate Canada's 150!! It's going to be busy but it includes National parks and historic sites! Enjoy!
Sweet. Where do we get one? At the gate. We're hoping to hit Tofino.
www.commandesparcs-parksorders.ca/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=22953&urlLangId=-1&productId=524528
You can order online in advance to be mailed to you, or at the park gates, or CIBC (a Canadian bank) is now distributing them at branches. Tofino is amazing!! We're headed there this summer too (from Toronto - with our travel trailer). Enjoy!!
Can also stay at most truck stops. They have dumping for low cost and parking for RV's. Like the Flying J
We haven't done that yet. Good to know there are dump stations there. Thanks.
That answers my question! I was thinking walmart. So I fuel up. Get a free shower and park. But how long can I park there?
@@KeepYourDaydream Get a Flying J/Pilot card for a discount on dumping.
Thanks guys!
1100 mile trip to Alabama coming soon!
Ten ways noted!
Love your videos. Bought a travel trailer last year and have not been in country enough to take it any where but my yard yet. I have a question about the boondocking. I live in Alabama, and it gets hot here, and we have that thing called humidity. We have 2 big season and two 2-3 week blips between them. How does a newbie survive with out power, no ac. I have a generator, but it's not one designed for camping and I don't have 3-4k to just go buy one. I taken alot of your and LOLOHO'S tip to heart! Thanks.
Join your local museum and there are many museums around the country (and Canada) where you can use your pass for free.
Awesome video. You could definitely apply these tips to van life too. Saving this one!
love all your content, thanks for posting all the equipment links! (and all the other links you diligently post every week)
Hola!!. My wife and I are researching into buying an RV and your videos are great to make a decision.
Thank you guys for a great blog! Keep them coming!
Happy Sunday Beautiful People,
I need to apologize to you both. I didn't agree with something you said. When I commented the words came out wrong. Hope except my apologies.
I'm full timing in my Pace Arrow. Having the time of my life. I'm a Vice President of a Outlaw Motorcycle Club. Been traveling a bit. Mostly staying at a lot of my brothers driveways.
Can't wait for summer. Put the bikes on a trailer and go!!!!!!!
Much respect & safe travels,
Lobo
I have 2 thumbs even though you ran 1 second over the 10 min mark. Enjoying all your videos. Thanks
One will do! Thanks for that Ralph.
Loving your channel more each time. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
Thanks Richard!
A couple of things.
I hear a lot about boon docking at Walmart and occasionally cabbalas. I never hear about Menards. They are RV friendly. You will find them in the north central US south to Missouri. For those who don't know, Menards is a home improvement store and much more. A great place to pick up repair/remodel supplies and snacks. Ask about their rebate programs to save you money in the future.
We've talked about this already under a previous comment and I know you've read it. But, I wanted to post this here so others can see it.
Read "the richest man in Babylon". It's a great financial management book. It has fun, memorable stories and sound rules for managing and growing your money.
Thanks for the great videos. Always entertaining and informative.
Yes, we visited Menards for the first time when we are in MI. Didn't know they were RV Friendly.
Love love loved this video! Thx for sharing! Oh man wish I # you guys on our recent Trailer trip! We just finished 6 weeks of traveling!
jocelyn auyeung :) Thanks!
I’m focusing on Washington. Oregon and British Columbia too!!
Thanks for the information. We do a bit of beach camping and found that the outside carpet is a life saver to keep sand out of the RV. But I wonder if there is another solution? Any suggestions?
We lay down an RV plastic rug. Seems to work well and easy to clean. I agree. Dust can be an issue.
oh wow!!! i just found you guys. good information. I am going to buy an RV hopefully this year and ease into full time.
Welcome!
Thanks for all the great tips, we are newbies and enjoy your videos!
Thanks Kathy!
I'm in BC! It's going to be a beautiful time of year for you guys to be here😊
We will be picking up our trailer in 2 weeks and have camping reserved already, we're so excited! You guys have been VERY helpful with all of the research we did. Amazing job❤
Oh may gosh. We have zero resv. made so far and we already left! We'll start calling.
They have first come first serve sites at most parks as well. The private campgrounds and the full hook up rv resorts are also plenty here lol. You guys will find a place either way❤
First come first serve is an unreservable site. I think they do it so people who can't plan can still get a site😊
The best "tool" you told me about is the Command Hooks. I bought a few of them for our new Camper. :)
Thank you for these great ways to maximize our hard earned canadian dollars... Love your channel! Can't wait to start my own "free away from home" time! HappyCamper from Montreal, Canada.
Fantastic video! Thank you for sharing your adventure and great tips!!! Stay safe and enjoy. C&B
Thanks!
the park pass is free if you are a disabled veteran. I got one a few months back.
What is the requirement? 100% disabled or less?
Some libraries give out a national park pass for free.
sweet...that was awesome, but you do know that we watch because you guys are pretty cool... see you on the road. MY RV name is Sunshine and our future blog is going to be RV Sol Searching... see you soon!
Sweet. Keep in touch. Love the name!
hey, just wanted to let you know about amazon lockers, it will make deliveries even easier for you :)
We just heard about the lockers at our meet-up in AZ. Will check them out for our next order for no other reason than including them in the video.
LOL I look forward to that :)
Loved your video guys, so informative & straightforward. I really appreciate this. Thank you !!
Awesome videos thanks for sharing your experience and lessons learned.
A little unrelated, but I was wondering about the drone set up that you use. I love the picture quality. Would you mind sharing? y'all have fun and be safe!
DJI Phantom 3 Pro. I'll do a video on camera gear soon.
We are looking for a travel trailer now. We used to camp in a tent a lot until my husband developed sleep apnea and now has to use a cpap machine so hoping to find a trailer that my truck will pull and still be able to camp. I still have all our camping gear.
I'm sure you'll find the right rig. There are so many to choose from. Keep in touch.