The Cost of Older RV Updates: Axl’s New RV Brakes (and Rotors and More)

How we figured out we needed new RV brakes (and more!), which parts ultimately got replaced, and how much it cost. It has been updated to include our experiences and receipts from 2019 and 2022.

How To Do Your Best State Park Camping in PA, OH, WV, and MD

How can you you do your best camping in state parks? Discover what we've learned in 5+ years of weekend RVing in PA, WV, OH, & MD state parks!

Trip Report: The Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) Trail – Pittsburgh to Layton

The Great Allegheny Passage (or GAP) Trail is a 150-mile, year-round biking and walking trail between Pittsburgh, PA, and Cumberland, MD. What is there to see and do from Pittsburgh to Layton?

RV and Outdoors Holiday Gift Giving Guide

Whether you're shopping for an RVer or an outdoor lover, we're on it! Here are some great gift ideas we've curated for you!

Trip Report: Keystone State Park in Pennsylvania

Keystone State Park in southwestern PA offers hiking, fishing, biking, kayaking, and swimming opportunities for day trippers or weekend campers.

Trip Report: Jockey’s Ridge State Park in North Carolina

If you're vacationing in the Outer Banks, make a day trip to Jockey's Ridge State Park to see the amazing dunes and gorgeous sound views!

FLASH REVIEW! Bug Bite Thing

Is it possible to use a $10 suction tool to eliminate the pain and itching caused by mosquito, bee, and other bug bites? We test the Bug Bite Thing out!

Trip Report: Hocking Hills State Park in Ohio

Hocking Hills State Park in south-central Ohio is full of intricate rock formations, colorful sandy hollows, and dark interesting caves winding through a deep river valley.

The Cost of Older RV Updates: Replacing the RV Range Vent Cover

An older RV range vent cover may need replaced if it cracks and then rattles when you drive. This is a quick fix you can handle yourself!

Trip Report: North Bend State Park in West Virginia

North Bend State Park in the wild and wonderful hills of northwest West Virginia offers up beautiful hiking, challenging mountain biking, and relaxing natural views.

Trip Report: Little Pine State Park in Pennsylvania

Little Pine State Park, nestled in a cozy valley of Tiadaghton State Forest in north central Pennsylvania, has challenging hiking trails, beautiful wildflowers, fishable creeks, and a comfortable campground. 

Trip Report: Codorus State Park in Pennsylvania

Codorus State Park is a large, lakeside recreation area in south-central Pennsylvania that is popular with boaters, birders, and fishermen.

FLASH REVIEW! Cast Iron Skillet Handle Holder

Is your iron skillet too hot to handle? How does a silicone iron skillet handle holder hold up to the heat of a hot campfire?

Trip Report: Chapman State Park in Pennsylvania

Chapman State Park in Pennsylvania is a peaceful escape surrounded by wilderness in the northwestern corner of Allegheny National Forest.