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05-05-2017, 11:47 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2017
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First time - camp or "camp"
We are picking up our 2016 slightly used Wolf Pup Saturday (tomorrow) and debating whether to actually camp that night at a campground or boondock at my boyfriend's shop. We are completely green. Any advice would be wildly appreciated.
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05-05-2017, 11:53 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: About 30 miles west of Beantown.
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I'd recommend trying it out at home first to shake the bugs out and figure out what works for you.
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05-05-2017, 11:55 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2016
Posts: 362
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I'd say go camping!!! The first time we went camping with our new camper, we treated it like tent camping (in a way). Didn't have water hookups, so bring a case of water, and a gallon jug of water to flush toilet. We still use campground toilets for #2 (sticking with the Rock Star tour bus rule, no #2).
Other then that, go have fun and give it good shake down.
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05-05-2017, 12:24 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2013
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Just have fun... I would camp near tools and supplies the first time or two, but where is the adventure in that?
You won't be boondocking if you run a cord for lights and such...
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05-05-2017, 03:19 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Mar 2011
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Quote:
Originally Posted by wordgirl
We are picking up our 2016 slightly used Wolf Pup Saturday (tomorrow) and debating whether to actually camp that night at a campground or boondock at my boyfriend's shop. We are completely green. Any advice would be wildly appreciated.
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I would recommend staying at a campground. Other RVers are a great resource if you have questions or need help.
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05-05-2017, 04:24 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: About 30 miles west of Beantown.
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Our first ever trip with our camper, we hauled it 1400 miles away.
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2021 Chevy Silverado 2500HD LT 6.6L V8 Duramax
Forever in my memory. Forever in my heart.
Laurie J. Wood 3/22/67 - 8/23/19
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05-06-2017, 02:16 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: Eastern NC
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Quote:
Originally Posted by timfromma
Our first ever trip with our camper, we hauled it 1400 miles away.
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Picked mine up and drove 760 miles for a 2 month stay.
Wonder why some people don't order a camper without a toilet. We have used RV toilets for EVERYTHING they are designed for during 42 years of camping without a problem.
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05-06-2017, 02:53 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Goodyear, Arizona
Posts: 33,790
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Quote:
Originally Posted by CaptnJohn
Wonder why some people don't order a camper without a toilet. We have used RV toilets for EVERYTHING they are designed for during 42 years of camping without a problem.
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I agree. But resale would suffer without a toilet, as the vast majority use it.
But some people are funny when it comes to bodily fluids.
Some people put used TP, in a container next to the toilet, rather than flush it.
Some don't allow anyone to do #2 in the RV toilet.
Some don't allow #1 or #2 in their toilet.
I don't get it or understand it, but fears are fears.
As someone who worked in nursing and as a firefighter/EMT, I got over handling bodily fluids years ago.
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05-06-2017, 03:04 PM
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Cyber Phrenologist
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Southern Crescent
Posts: 1,806
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For one night in a state park?
1. Sandwich fixings
2. Sleeping bags
3. Flashlight
Go for it.
(Toilet paper, but only of you don't like the kind in the bath house)
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05-06-2017, 03:04 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2016
Location: Full-time USA
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If you don't hook up to water and use everything how are you going to check out the plumbing system? The number one thing you could have a problem with.
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05-06-2017, 04:33 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Dunn, NC
Posts: 1,199
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Quote:
Originally Posted by CaptnJohn
Picked mine up and drove 760 miles for a 2 month stay.
Wonder why some people don't order a camper without a toilet. We have used RV toilets for EVERYTHING they are designed for during 42 years of camping without a problem.
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X-2. That's one of the main reasons I wanted an RV. I use a lot of Exit ramps, up and down to take a quick stop to usebathroom. You got it. ise it.
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05-06-2017, 05:31 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: About 30 miles west of Beantown.
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First time - camp or "camp"
Unless its a dire emergency, I will return to the camper from wherever I am to do my business. I love the home court advantage.
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Husky WDH with Sway Control
2021 Chevy Silverado 2500HD LT 6.6L V8 Duramax
Forever in my memory. Forever in my heart.
Laurie J. Wood 3/22/67 - 8/23/19
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05-06-2017, 06:24 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: Eastern NC
Posts: 3,963
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Quote:
Originally Posted by timfromma
Unless its a dire emergency, I will return to the camper from wherever I am to do my business. I love the home court advantage.
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When I had a job ~~ I spent days, weeks, months in hotels and know what they are like. If I had to travel that way I'd stay home. I want my own bed, bathroom, and fridge.
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05-06-2017, 06:50 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Mount Laurel, New Jersey
Posts: 9,230
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I knew someone like that. No using the toilet or shower and no cooking in the rv. If thats the way, stay in a motel and not have and rv!
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05-06-2017, 07:59 PM
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Member
Join Date: Oct 2016
Location: Ontario Canada
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We camped in ours the first night in our driveway. Next weekend took to a provincial park and really broke her in[emoji6]. Keep it simple and have fun.
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05-08-2017, 11:33 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Apr 2017
Posts: 14
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First time - camp or "camp"
Quote:
Originally Posted by Grey Wolf 22
We camped in ours the first night in our driveway. Next weekend took to a provincial park and really broke her in[emoji6]. Keep it simple and have fun.
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[ATTACH]137262we went for it!
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05-09-2017, 09:04 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2016
Posts: 362
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Quote:
Originally Posted by A32Deuce
I knew someone like that. No using the toilet or shower and no cooking in the rv. If thats the way, stay in a motel and not have and rv!
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Im sure there will be the day #2 see's that toilet, but so far, it hasn't been an issue. Nothing beats having a toilet in the middle of the night.
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05-09-2017, 10:07 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Mount Laurel, New Jersey
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Nice when your traveling some where and the need arises!
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