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We hit the mark for wettest weather on record a couple of weeks ago here in Baltimore and it just keeps on coming down. I rescheduled my weekend at Shenandoah River State Park a second time today due to rain. I was planning a solo trip (well 2 if you count my dog) but the thought of huddling...

These tend to hold their value pretty well. You might consider ordering a new one now exactly how you want it and it could be ready by the time things warm back up in the Mid-Atlantic area (though I'm still planning a camping trip this weekend).

I have a similar philosophy about keeping things simple mechanically, thus no plumbing, pumps, water tanks, propane. However, I use the 7 gallon Reliance water jugs and have 2 of these (only use both when boondocking). It's pretty simple to switch on and off the spigot and no pumps to break or...

I hope this won't come across as TMI but I like to reuse 1 gallon water jugs for evening nature calls. I usually go through about a gallon of water each camping trip and thus will just hang on to the empty jug for the next trip. Using a filter like this, it works for men and women...

Hi Randy, Thanks for the review. I'm thinking of just getting a plain grate to use over a fire. I will use logs or rocks to hold it up: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BZCM4KP/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A2EPHDARMLHJEQ&psc=1

So how well does the grill work?

Sounds like you guys are making the best of a very difficult situation. Glad that the CampInn is making it easier for you guys to be close to her in during her time of great need.

So will you still use the CampInn? I'm sure there is a comfy bed in your new rig.

Is this your primary Tow Vehicle? Keep us posted on your travels!

You've got a really cool back yard campground now. I hope it doesn't stop you from traveling around and sampling the other cool stuff out there in the Pacific Northwest.

Let's see some inside pics!

I think lithium battery station should work just fine. Here is what I bought to connect mine to the trailer: Amazon.com: KUNCAN 4FT 12-24V Double Male to Male Cigarette Lighter Plug Extension Cable, with LED Lights, 16 AWG Heavy Duty Cable, Power Charger Cord, Fuse 10A: Automotive It will be a...

I ordered a similar device just prior to picking up my teardrop (#904): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M260BAN/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Along with a 105 watt solar panel: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M8LCDN2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1 It's...

If you have a choice I'd recommend an impact driver rather than a cordless drill for the simple reason that it does not transmit all of the massive torque to your wrist. I have both the Dewalt 20 volt drill and their 20 volt impact driver. On a recent trip, my camping buddy suggested I use the...

I just came back from my 8th trip out to Green Ridge State Forest in Western Maryland. It's safe to say this is my favorite camping spot in Maryland but it is not for everyone. One of the reasons I like camping is to get away from all the trappings of urban life - the hoards of people...

This weekend I did an overnighter out in Western Maryland (Green Ridge State Forest) and got to put the Ascent through its paces. First off, it's interstate most of the way from Baltimore out to the area. Setting the adaptive cruise control at 70 going through the mountains yielded much worse...

Boondocking last night in Green Ridge State Forest in Western Maryland, the temps dipped into the high 20s. I used both of my hot water bottles which I tucked in a couple of hours before going to bed. It made for a comfy nights sleep. I splurged last year on a 2 person Rumpl Down blanket and...

I used to use a sun shower but found that it was often difficult to find a suitable place to hang it. I've moved on to a collapsible bucket and a battery operated shower pump. I heat water up on my stove and dump in the bucket and can set up the shower nearly anywhere. The collapsible bucket...

I plan to bring my 5 gallon propane tank this weekend which should allow me to heat water with abandon - also going to bring along a portable propane fire pit to warm things up at the campsite. If we can scrounge dry wood we'll make a real fire as well but with the rain we're having we might...

I have an old one from West Marine that is made for boats and can go to really low temperatures (to just above freezing if necessary). I've only used it on one weekend and found that it worked ok - the problem being that the area below the ceiling is about 30 degrees warmer than the bunk. I...