Pop Up Camping in COLD Weather | Pop Up Camper Modifications, Items to Bring, & Considerations!

[@ItsPoppin]

What are your must-bring items for cold weather camping?

[@wowitskevin]

I'm now on my second pop up, and the reflectix and pop-up gizmos are MUST HAVES for me now. It's incredible the difference those two things make in helping maintain temp in the bunkends.

[@magics.mom1]

we completely renovated a 94 pop up from the frame up - new walls, new floors, new electric, etc. Our Electric is powered by both solar and generator, but we don't have enough power for a space heater. We ended up getting a buddy heater and found it worked wonders. We camped in bellow freezing temperatures and even got hot! That thing is seriously amazing!

[@smccor3378]

Which buddy heater did you buy?

[@1shaneeka]

That's super encouraging to hear!

[@vaskodimoski5690]

And dangerous don't rely on the oxygen cut off on any of the propane heaters. Many people have died from gas heaters camping make sure you have fresh air coming from somewhere

[@factcheck5017]

Wish they would come back!! Best popup youtube channel …. Im guessing they maybe had a kid ? Love to see family camping

[@timleinart1645]

We have owned 2 different pop-ups and we enjoyed them. ( Me more than my wife tho ! ) We were always hooked to shore power and found that an ordinary electric blanket worked just fine for keeping that mattress warm. Keeping the inside temp just below the condensation level was ideal for us. Always cooked outside as far as food. Had a cassette toilet that worked well for us also. Thanks for your informative vids!

[@markmcconnell7195]

Classic communications structure. Tell 'em what you're gonna tell 'em. Tell 'em. Tell 'em what you told 'em. Well structured and informative.

[@maeallen132]

Extra Blankets! Throw Blankets make great wall coverings for insulation and visual aussthetics if they are graphic ones. Also, cool to touch ceramic space heaters. Handy heater keeps (in our case) toes nice and toasty but will shut off if it gets kicked or bumped. *watch for safety features, they may save a life*

[@eugenepolan1750]

Headlamps are great for setting up in the dark because the light is directed wherever your face is pointing toward....and your hands are free to work with. With LED lights, they can be bright and yet the batteries last a long time.

[@joecote6648]

I have an co/ smoke detector. The same one as I have at home. If you are using a buddy type of heater you will need a co detector. It can save your life.

[@peterfett3609]

We have a Rockwood Freedom 1640LTD that came with the heated mattresses. They work great. We only use them at half power to warm up turn down to low (use flannel sheets and a heavy unzipped sleeping bag as a comforter) when we go to bed. Just need a light hat or cap so we keep the camper heat off or really low at night.

[@gonefishn1975]

Heated mattress pad and electric heater like yours, stays nice and comfy.

[@angienadeau7616]

We have the heated mattresses that came with our2016 Flagstaff MAC. We used them on a chilly night in SD recently. They definitely cut down on the cold that can come up through the bunk ends, but not so warm that you got hot - if that makes sense. We also have a down comforter that we keep in our camper. Makes for cozy sleeping.

[@jonlikesmail]

We love our built-in propane heater on our 2000 Duchmen Voyager pop up. Does a great job and can do several nights on one tank.

[@Utah_Mike]

Cold weather dry camping #1 rule for me in not to have water in the trailer system. I dry camped in mid teens, frozen/cracked water lines are a trip ender. I keep water in jugs.

[@suzi7715]

My husband wanted rugs so I got a nice runner and kitchen sink one from Amazon. They'll definitely help when we go in April, maybe even May.

[@benoitprince1806]

We do camping until mid October here in Quebec, Canada and we do get some cold temperatures in the mid 20's. Since we are off grid we do need propane but for a long weekend with 2 bottles we are OK for running the furnace and the fridge. We do have a spare battery just in case and the hooked battery is also connected to a 40 W solar panel to maintain the power in it. But I will sure try the Reflectick stuff in our bunk ends to see how it works on cooler nights.

[@knorth1089]

Additional: For snow, I like the step pad/carpet cover to knock snow off shoes and a small tray to stack wet shoes. Just a thought!

[@ItsPoppin]

Smart!

[@richardlockwood6229]

A couple of sleeping bags, sweats, and an electric blanket (not to mention, a nearly full bottle of propane) got us through some 20-degree nights last October in the Smokies. I do like the idea of window insulation. Thanks.

[@psahadi]

ElectroWarmth bunk heating pads. 6amps max draw. I have used them and only used it on the lowest two setting. After lvl 3 it got to hot. The heat fills in between the mattress and the blankets. It is 12 volt so plugs right into a jackery battery system or if you have a 12 volt plug in your pop up. I will use the propane heater just to warm up the pop up in the morning if needed.

[@TheNurseArtist]

Great value here, Friend. On to Pop Up Camper Security... many thanks

[@alanthomas8817]

Love your pop-up camper. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences... And taking the dogs :-)

[@summermcnerney2134]

Rechargeable hand warmers are always nice to bring camping!

[@billtodd999]

Yes the heated mattresses are worth it to answer you. My 2015 HW27SC came with them and I have used mine several nights it was chilly. If mine didn't have them built in I would buy the sunbeam version to add. I use them at home on my bed and really like them.

[@godsqtchik]

Great tips. We're finding it helps to bring hot water bottles. We just heat up some water for them & keep them in our bedding while we sleep to help us stay warm at night.

[@UncleFjester]

Thats so Stupid

[@notsofatmike1]

Hot water bottle for mine. Cheap and is good to pre heat your bedding.

[@sawcheryl]

What about putting a tarp or something similar around the bottom of the bunk ends to keep the wind from blowing underneath? Just got my first pop-up. Hubby grew up with them. Looking to do cold weather camping and I’m going to need all the help I can get!

[@Chris_greene]

So glad I live in the Deep South. Snows never a worry…. 🤣🤣😂

[@cowcabobizle]

Great video thanks for all the tips!

[@LearnersandMakers]

Looking to do some cold weather camping this winter, so this is well timed! I really prefer being off grid, but I think we’ll be doing some Oregon coast with hook ups to start. Thanks for the tips!

[@ItsPoppin]

No problem!

[@austinbrewer3685]

They also make click together foam tiles with carpet. We put it throughout our camper for the winter and it made a HUGE difference. The bed heaters are awesome, but adding a chill chaser to the AC made almost no difference to the interior temps.

[@kally22]

Thank you for the tips l! Also you can use thermal reflective insulation from hardware store under your mattress and cut out between the zipper of screen if the windows, helps for shade too. Wool is a great material for warmth and wicking.

[@davehope9144]

I was pleasantly surprised how little power and propane my heater used when the night time temperature dropped to 25F unexpectedly one night in the Rocky Mountains. I was waking up every half hour all night thinking the heat was going to run out.

[@garyhinchey595]

Good quality and large sleeping bags

[@lmallard3788]

We camp in every season in our mid Atlantic state as well as in adjacent states. We have never winterized our campers, but kept a quartz heater in the under storage of our 5th wheel rv. Now we have a pop up and there are many water lines and no good place to keep quartz heaters running efficiently. We store our camper on our driveway, exposed to the elements. We did buy a cover for our popup to protect it from bird bombers and uv rays. I dont want to have to not camp in cooler times. I guess I will have to try different methods to keep our water lines free of freeze damage.

[@ItsPoppin]

Check out our winterization video for sure.

[@shawnthompson3929]

We like to heat up some rocks in the fire and put them in a large pot on the stove at bed time to supplement the furnace. One word of caution is that some rocks can explode so be choosy!

[@cynthialindblom2490]

Slippers or Uggs inside and warm socks for sleeping! Socks will keep the feet warm which goes a long way toward a cozy night sleep!!

[@marshaprice3359]

I saw someone who cut to size the 3mm silver bubble roll insulation and put it in the bed screens.

[@vaskodimoski5690]

Diesel portable heater no condensation. They are about $150 online. Heater stays out side you plumb hose in to blow hot air into living space

[@MrKevnomi]

Are they noisy?

[@vaskodimoski5690]

@MrKevnomi they do make a little bit of noise but you won't hear it in side the camper

[@skipwilliam5639]

great video We do bring everything you have mentioned. And we use the external plug for the heate as well. . What sucks in Canada all our parks close by October 10 so so much for cold weather camping..

[@ItsPoppin]

Oh dang, that does suck. Do private campgrounds stay open longer up there?

[@skipwilliam5639]

@@ItsPoppin The provincial ( your state parks) even the private seasonal ones close around here as well.. They still have to blow out all the water lines and get the park ready for the winter is my guess.. Its frustrating because for some reason here on the Canadian side of Detroit Michigan it will be 75 today.. Mind you they are calling for snow for friday lol

[@solitudeinthewild82]

Great video, my friend! Great winter camp! Enjoyed watching, your and bushcraft skills are terrific! And the surrounding nature is amazing. Cheers from Russia, bro, and welcome to my channel about special Russian bushcraft tips and hacks! Best Regards, Yuriy! ✌😃

[@TheOfficialTarynTots]

Thanks for the tips. We had a house fire and then flood so now my son and I are in our old camper I use to go camping in as a kid and the nights are getting pretty cold here in Michigan. Idk how long we will be in here so I want to be prepared. Tonight is the coldest night yet. He isn't cold being in the middle bed but I'm on one of the ends. My cat has learned where the heater is and likes to get on the edge of the bed when the heater is blowing. It has only gotten cold recently and I was wondering how long 2 tanks of propane usually lasts if anyone knows?? We first turned it on with whatever leftovers propane was in the old tanks. They were so old that when we went to get them filled they were out of date.

[@419lunchbox]

My experience is when I had my 25 ft camper 220 lb tanks would last the weekend and then I upgraded a 240 lb tanks and they would last 7 days

[@TheOfficialTarynTots]

@@419lunchbox We go through about 3 tanks (the size you use for a bbq) a week. Plus, 2 electric heaters, being covered in electric blankets and neing fully dressed with warm socks and hats on. We have a total of 5 tanks.

[@TowMan127]

Just found your channel and subscribed. My wife and I are looking to buy a pop up this year.

[@ItsPoppin]

I can already tell you’ll be a master at towing around your pop up!

[@donnagerregano7473]

How could you add a little extra support under the beds?

[@79Rybred]

Dutch oven is a must

[@thomasjeffrey6750]

Just wondering how to set up and close up with cold vinyl and cold campus. Even in 60 degree weather I find it very difficult to pop in the canvas around the door and pull the canvas down ove the bunk ends. Any ideas?

[@stevenbrogna1100]

Winterize cassette pottie. You can still use it

[@germanhernandez3718]

I like to know what to do when it's windy. Would plastic wrap help? Just an idea.

[@1shaneeka]

I want to know the same thing!

[@UncleFjester]

Works great! wrap your self and you spouse in plastic wrap! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@lmallard3788]

Heated mattresses are nice when the temps drop under 40 degrees, but if a small quartz heater is running at same time, the 15 amp breaker needs to be reset often

[@ItsPoppin]

Try running a separate extension cord to the electrical box, bypassing the pop up’s internal circuit breaker.

[@knorth1089]

Hey there! Thanks SO much for the videos. I always find something new. Can you tell me what state you are in? Also, how is the pvc tube for your supports working out? Think I will try the same on my Coachman Classic 1285sst. Love the sliding storage bins in the front but such a hassle to dig those supports out.

[@ItsPoppin]

We are in the mid-west. The pvc storage tube has been working out well thus far. Another commenter recommended using a lubricant on the threads, which was a very helpful tip. I used silicone on one side and white lithium on the other to test then out and both seem to work well to reduce the threads from binding.

[@steak9201]

heated mattress is great

[@CoconutBlueG]

👍

[@ac1442]

How do you treat the pop outs or what do you do when it rains and the water starts to seep in from the canvas? Do you treat the canvas with anything?

[@ItsPoppin]

If your canvas is allowing in water, hit it with some waterproofing spray. We use Starbrite waterproofer.

[@schutztruppe]

200ah battery for heated blankets. Converter with extension cord into camper and plug in.

[@ADHDavePicks]

What font is on your thumb nail? I love it

[@ItsPoppin]

Flood Std Regular

[@ADHDavePicks]

@@ItsPoppin thanks!

[@robinteranphotography]

what about a generator to keep heaters on ?

[@UncleFjester]

First time camping? 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣You CAN"T run a generator all night long if anyone is whithin a mile of you

[@guyh.4553]

Sorry, but the built-in propane heaters sip propane. I personally have a Mr. Buddy heater but it absolutely roasts you. I don't know where you go but hooking up to electricity is not an option out west. #1 thing in my opinion is good bedding.

[@Fyfferealestateteam]

Most electric space heaters tell you NOT to use them with an extension cord. That can be a fire hazard

[@kr639]

I run a little buddy to a 20lb tank outside

[@ItsPoppin]

I've heard the 20lb tanks have a higher propensity to leak, at least compared to the 1lb tanks - so good call on keeping it outside.

[@mrjtwill]

Ever thought about using a Diesel Heater? Uses less battery, no risk of CO2, and sips fuel.

[@ItsPoppin]

No - wasn’t aware of diesel heaters.

[@mrjtwill]

@@ItsPoppin it is an easy look online. Let me know your thoughts. I have bought one for my pop-up but haven't assembled it or tested it yet personally.

[@xlcelt]

@@mrjtwill I fitted one to my popup, it works great

[@ItsPoppin]

Thanks for the insight guys

[@151bradhatt]

An espar bunk heater would work but then you'd have to have diesel fuel on hand

[@johnwren3976]

12V heated blankets...

[@stevenbrogna1100]

Fill cassette pottie with anti freeze or windshield washer fluid. You can still use it

[@JAGreen-lj9zi]

Please don't use antifreeze it is hazardous to the environment and it gets into the ground water. People don't use that antifreeze anymore. That was an old style for winterize treatment until people found out how badly it affected the water and environment. Don't use it please. Be environmentally safe and responsible. . 🌿🏞️🌤️🐻

[@isabelhernandez7337]

Can you bring a ganeraror? Or a solar generator?

[@ItsPoppin]

I don't see why not as long as the camp ground allows it.

[@SACREDFlRE]

Dehumidifier

[@tatianapanea7565]

Nothing will keep you warm during the day unless you run the propane heater all day. You will burn through 20 pounds in no time.

[@toddthomas1641]

Former Navy Seal buys a popup camper. Lol

[@chrisgreene123]

What is snow?? 😂😂😂

[@Labguy12345]

Lose the Sunglasses… Make you totally unbelievable…..

[@mozberg2191]

some Christian girl and her 2 dogs says you don't need any of this stuff.

[@kevinlegendre202]

To much talk

[@limitless707]

You put your big dogs in cages 🤨🤨🤨 weird .. animal abuse totally

[@ItsPoppin]

Google dog crate training. I think you'll be enlightened.

[@CharissaAlex]

Wow he gave a much more respectful reply than you deserve.

[@robertsandidge441]

Wait you don’t sleep with your dogs? You’re missing lots of warmth right there. My wife and I let our G.S.H.P. And our Bullterrier sleep with us. Very warm and cozy. Even after we upgraded from the pop up to a travel trailer.

[@Adamdub612]

julian Edelman?