This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast, we welcome Amanda Benson from Dusty Trail RV, who offers tips on safety, as well as DIY repair and maintenance of your RV. Yes, you can conquer your own RV repairs! We visit a Goofy USA location - Cadillac Ranch in Amarillo Texas You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you …

Are you RV shopping? Not all RVs are built the same! We don’t like to read, or hear, that all RVs are poorly built, especially since 2020. And what about tariffs? Could this be the perfect time to buy a new RV or should you wait? This week on the stressless camping podcast we have some quality comparisons that you should do, to help you decide whic…

What do you do if the weather gets scary? Many RVers were caught in the significant storms throughout the midwest, including us, so this week we’ve got some tips for staying safe while RVing when the weather gets angry. While we’re avoiding these storms, our guest Emily looks for storms and the weather we run from - she’s fascinating! Plus we visit…

This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast, we we share lessons we have learned while helping others gain confidence and learn to be Stressless Campers. If it’s time to dewinterzie your RV we have some tips, and we share how we’ve been choosing stops on this leg of our journey. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever…

This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast, we are celebrating episode 300! How did we get here? How have we been consistent for 300 weeks in a row? That’s nearly six years! You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0300 The StressLess Camping podcas…

We’ve got gadgets, we’ve got news and more and, this week on episode 299 of the StressLess Camping RV podcast, we’ve got updates on the nation’s largest RV club, a way to save money on Internet for RVers and even a safety hack that could brighten your day. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcast…

Have you ever boon-barreled? Or cracker-docked? This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast, we take you on our journey from New Mexico to Georgia for the FRVA convention. We share the new overnighting experiences that we tried out. And we share some apps that help us find those unique places. And we did it with zero advanced plans! You can find…

What’s the status of RV repair today? What’s being done to certify more technicians and is there an opportunity for owners to learn more about their RVs? This week we speak with Curtis Hemmeler from the RV Technical Institute about opportunity, repairs and the status of the RV service. Tony also shares a campground that’s really different and we al…

How do you keep your home safe while you’re out on the road? To help answer this excellent question posed by Ron & Wendy we welcome back Michael, who has worked with the police and private security companies. Michael watches over our house while we are gone. He and Tony offer some tips to keep your house safe when you are away stressless camping. Y…

This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast, we visit with Natalie and Brian from Basecamp Bluesky, who share their road trip on Highway 89. This was called America’s First Good Road and it’s beautiful - Natalie and Brian have some great tips and videos. We also have a cute couples’ camper you might like in our weekly RV review. You can find thi…

This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast, we welcome back our friends Scott and Alicia from The Route of it All, who tell us about a service to receive notifications when a campsite YOU want becomes available. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podc…

We learn about a new tool for finding hidden boondocking gems and dump stations with our friend Mark Koep from Campground Views. Find new places to boondock including some destination discoveries and hidden gems. Mark also shares a unique place near Moab. We also have a great set of kitchen pans that may last longer than your camper. You can find t…

We’re coming to you from our meetup in Quartzsite where our friends in camp share their own camping origin stories - and we share ours! Join us this week on the podcast as we hear what inspires our fellow StressLess Campers to enjoy the journey. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://…

This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast, we share with you some of the gadgets and work-camp opportunities that Tony saw while wandering around the Quartzsite Sports Vacation and RV Show You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0291 The StressLes…

This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast, we take a tour of our new Rockwood Mini Lite 2506FK. See how we organized our home away from home and made it just right for our travel and work style. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0290 The Str…

This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast, we look back over 2024 and share a bit of each episode. Perhaps it will spark an interest in revisiting an episode, or, if you are new to the podcast, you’ll learn about an episode you’d like to hear. We have this week’s podcast along with the notes and all the stories that go with this year of episod…

This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast, we look back over 2024 and share a bit of each episode. Perhaps it will spark an interest in revisiting an episode, or, if you are new to the podcast, you’ll learn about an episode you’d like to hear. We have this week’s podcast along with the notes and all the stories that go with this year of episod…

A Christmas Poem - our wishes for Christmas 2024By Peggy Barthel; Tony Barthel

This week we go through our RV tool box to share the things that have been helpful to us on our StressLess Camping adventure. We show you the tools and gadgets and sprays that we always carry with us. Is there something we have that you might want - or do you have something we’ve missed? Join us this week at StressLess Camping. You can find this we…

This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast we look into RV pet monitors for your RV with our friend Patty. Patty’s found a great way to remotely keep track of the temperatures in your RV without a monthly subscription. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.c…

If you’re an RVer do you have a bicycle or an e-bike? Today we’re going to look at several electric bicycles to help you make a decision. Are e-bikes safe? What’s the difference between one and the other and what should you be looking for if you’re an RVer? We have those answers and more here. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web…

We hear from some wonderful friends who weigh-in on a great virtual potluck around the campfire. Grace, Jacqueline, Lesa and Janine all have some tasty treats you can make on your next camping adventure from healthy to sinful. We’ve even got breakfast covered plus some great sides. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever…

We speak with Noah from Camco about some ideas for holiday gifts that can be a big deal at this time of year. From simple to sensational Camco’s got some great tips for fun and functional finds. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0282 The StressLe…

This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast, we get to speak with Dave and Jacqueline Hudson of the Border Hookups. Dave and Jacqueline are a musical duo who travel in their RV full time, entertaining people all over the country with their talents. They also recently hosted the inaugural Romp it Up music festival and campout. Dave and Jacqueline…

We speak about winterizing your RV with Adam Douglas who is our go-to guy for winterizing tips. Should you use compressed air or RV antifreeze for winterization? The full episode and show notes can be found here: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0280By Peggy Barthel, Tony Barthel

This year’s sixth annual Halloween podcast episode where we share haunted haunts and creepy campgrounds. From ghosts to Bigfoot, spirits and scary sounds these spine-chilling tales might have you packing up camp and running for home…or they might be just the places you’ll want to haunt soon. Even some of our audience shared some of their own creepy…

Have you had the wheel fall off your RV? This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast, we speak with Rich Luhr, co-editor of Airstream Life magazine and co-owner of Air Gear dot store. Rich helps us avoid this potential disaster that is not as uncommon as you might think. Yikes! You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever …

Are you killing your RV? This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast, we offer tips for routine RV maintenance so you can avoid killing your RV. Checklists make for stressless camping! We share our experience about a Kansas City BBQ we tried out. Details, the video and more can be found at https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0276 We have t…

Should you go to an RV rally or gathering? Absolutely! On this week’s StressLess Camping RV podcast we share all the reasons why you should plan to attend an RV gathering or rally. No matter what your style of travel is, an RV rally or gathering can be a terrific experience and we have a bunch of reasons why. You can find this week’s podcast at our…

After being surrounded by ever new RV for 2025 we caught a few trends and have some interesting things to share with you. We got to attend an RV dealers-only open house and saw some great new things, some trends, lots of new RVs and some fantastic new technology that could transform your RVing experience. What did we see? We have the answers on thi…

What’s the best kind of RV out there? Should you get a travel trailer, fifth wheel, motorhome, teardrop, pickup camper or something else? This week we go over some pluses and minuses of each configuration. Is there one that stands out as the best? We have more in this week’s StressLess Camping RV podcast. You can find this week’s podcast at our hom…

Eating America - dining for two across the red white and blue. Some of the most memorable meals and flavors we've found in our travels across the USA. You can find more details at our home on the web at https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0273By Peggy Barthel, Tony Barthel

This week on the StressLess Camping RV podcast we are sort of cleaning out our to-do list. We have a few stories that aren’t enough to fill an episode, but just right for a grab bag of camping topics! Plus there’s big news from some of our partners and we may have our own news. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you…

Have you always wanted to redo your RV - give it more style or make it more functional? This week we speak with Alice Zealy from Rain2Shine Ventures about the makeovers she does with RVs. From consulting with people on their ideas to full RV interior builds Alice has a unique take on RV style, functionality and fashion. We also enjoy a diet-friendl…

What’s up with RV quality in 2024? What kind of things are RV companies doing today to make a difference in how RVs are built? We speak with two RV decision makers about what they are doing right now to make a difference. We also visit a competing RV company and look into their efforts. Our safety tip is a simple way to avoid disaster on the road a…

How do you sell your RV - or find a great deal on your next RV? Is there a safe place to list your RV for sale? What’s happening in the RV industry? We speak with Troy Snyder, VP at RV Trader, about some great tools for selling and buying RVs and what’s happening in the industry. We also have an important safety tip plus our stories from visiting R…

On this week’s StressLess Camping RV podcast our guests Mike Sokol, Ben Miller and Scott Herman know their electrical safety and share some great tips to help keep you safe. Then we look at a new version of a favorite gadget and we might have even found our next RV. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getti…

Dave Stewart is not only an RVer and podcaster but also a fly fishing enthusiast. This week on the StressLess Camping RV podcast we get some tips, tricks and stories from Dave including ways to get started in this outdoors hobby. This is a great way to enjoy the great outdoors and Dave is a great spokesperson for the hobby. We also have an importan…

What happens when two RVers go tent camping? Is is a huge success or an unmitigated disaster? Join us this week on the StressLess Camping RV podcast where we go back to our root and have an in tents camping experience. We’ll share the hits and misses and whether we’re going to do it again. Hint: we are! Plus we detail all the camping gadgets that h…

This week on the StressLess Camping RV podcast we speak with Joel Holland from Harvest Hosts. If you haven’t heard, the Escapees RV club is now a part of the Harvest Hosts family of companies and we find out what’s new, what’s different and what’s going to happen now with Escapees. We also check out a new Brinkley travel trailer You can find this w…

This week on the StressLess Camping RV podcast we welcome back our friends Marc and Julie Bennett from RV Love. Marc and Julie are celebrating ten years of RV Love and have some interesting takes on the changes they’ve seen in the past decade, how they created a successful presence and we even talk about the two books they’ve written. We also have …

After five years of the StressLess Camping RV podcast we unpacked our entire trailer and looked at all the things we have. Some things get to stay - something are going on eBay. What makes the cut and what gets the boot? Those are the things we’re talking about as we celebrate five years of the StressLess Camping RV podcast. You can find this week’…

This week we’re coming to you from Sedona, Arizona. Is this a town where you can come with an RV and see some incredible things? We have (11) tips for venturing into Sedona with an RV. It’s actually a pretty great place to be so join us as we adventure into this incredibly scenic town. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wher…

Have you heard of the giant roadside attractions called Muffler Men? These huge fiberglass statues have been bringing people into businesses for 60 years and now there’s a museum celebrating them. On this week’s StressLess Camping RV and travel podcast we come to you from the American Giants Museum in Atlanta, Illinois where we meet several of thes…

We got a sneak peek at a bunch of 2025 RVs and noticed a number of trends. What are they? This week on the StressLess Camping RV podcast we share the things we saw and some new features, new ideas and also things that might be in your next RV. Join us as we come to you from the heart of the RV industry. You can find this week’s podcast at our home …

This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast, we asked our friends to share their best - and their worst - camping stories. We were gathered with fellow Rockwood Mini Lite and Flagstaff Micro Lite owners for a rally at Van Buren State Park in South Haven Michigan. Big thanks to Tony and Tina from TNT RVing and Ben and Scott from ABC Upfitters for…

Have you wanted to install a soft start device to make your RV’s air conditioner run on a smaller generator or power source but been wary of climbing on the roof and modifying the AC? This week we speak with the company’s founder plus RV electricity guru Mike Sokol with the first look at a new device that eliminates going on the RV roof altogether.…

After 20,000 miles on the road we look back on some of the adventures - and misadventures - that we’ve had in our Rockwood Mini Lite 2205s. From incredible adventures to some serious mishaps - highlights and joys that we’ve had across this incredible land. Join us as we celebrate this milestone and recap some of these adventures. You can find this …

How do you avoid breakdowns and travel more StessLess? What can you do to prevent trouble with travel? This week on the StressLess Camping RV podcast we share some tips to keep on trucking without tribulations and enjoy the journey more. We also have an easy recipe that is a crowd pleaser and one of the most unusual RVs we’ve ever seen. You can fin…

Are you familiar with the FMCA, the Family Motor Coach Association? Did you know they have a number of new programs to make a membership more affordable and more accessible? They also have new ways for RVers to connect with the each other and to the internet. This organization has been around a long time but there are a lot of new things that make …