Simple RV BOONDOCKING Tips & Tricks // DON'T Do This One Thing

[@robertcolpitts4534]

An excellent video, Stan and Rhonda! In years past, we've boondocked a lot! You gave so many wonderful suggestions; the water conservation ideas are spot on, too. That was exactly what we did! It's hard to believe that was 30 years ago! We didn't have the bladder, or generator or solar (sure wish we did), so we had to make do. We carried 7 five-gallon jugs for water, two extra 40# propane bottles in addition to the 20# bottles, and 3 fully charged deep-cycle batteries. This was for 4 weeks in the Jemez Mountains on a drilling program. We stayed in a Forest Service Campground in our Shasta. There are so many great memories. We made it work, and we were quite comfortable. What we wouldn't have given just for a generator to charge the batteries. Love the videos and seeing y'all one more time! Safe travels, and God bless y'all! Bob and Dottie

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Bob and Dottie, we are currently in Moab. We thought of you today when we were hiking in Arches National Park. The geological landscape is beautiful and incredible. We always love when you share your stories with us! We read your comments very intently because you and Dottie have so much wisdom. Thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@ChasingOurSunshine]

Great tips & ways to save water! We do need one of those buckets 🪣

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

The buckets are great for so many reasons! We got the two pack. Stan gets one and I get the other 😂

[@airstreamer]

That's where we have been getting our propane, but we didn't know about the app. The 30 gallon water bladder works great. Some interesting ideas here. Your little secret with 13 thousand subscribers, lol! We use a percolator every day for our coffee, love it! -Michelle

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Michelle, thank you for joining us! We like sharing our little secrets. Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@cchambersglenn]

Great ideas. I remember you talking about your 5 gallon water jug and the pump. We are now in Custer SP but not really boondocking. We have electricity and are working to conserve water. I also like your idea of using the bucket as your shower water heats up and then using that water for your toilet flush. I will get a collapsible bucket 😊when we get home. We often camp with only electricity at state parks. Another great video! Thanks!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Claudia, hope you are enjoying Custer SP. We miss that place! Safe travels! So awesome you are there! Blessings, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@patleonard2884]

Thanks for sharing your tips for boondocking!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Pat, you are welcome! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@artfisher1615]

Have another one for you Stan. We were going to boondock on a trip to Utah a couple years ago. When reviewing options,I was thinking of taking an extra battery and how to recharge it. I bought a 7-pin trailer plug and wired a cord to the power and ground terminals. Put connector loops on the other end. My plan was to put 1 battery in the bed of the truck,hook up the wire, plug it into the trailer connector, and charge the battery while we drove around the next day without the trailer. Ended up taking my generator instead, but I still keep the cord in my truck just in case.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Art, it is alway good to have other things in your arsenal. Thank you for sharing! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@timf6916]

Good job, you are going to up date your videos to your new trailer. You carry a lot more water now. You the MAN Stan.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Tim, I have a solar too! Everything has changed! Still need my generator! lol 😂

[@TheBimbleEffect]

Great Video. Love the Snap Pad T-shirt

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Thank you for joining us! Sorry for the late response. For some reason it went into our flagged section. We appreciate your kind words! Stan and Rhonda❤️

[@johnnunya4776]

Milk crates for propane bottles is always a great idea.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi John, yes sir great tip! It is what I use. Thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda

[@bobanddangsjourney]

Great tips on this video - we do a lot of boondocking and even we learned a few things... That collapsable sink is really nice - we will buy one of those. And spot on with the propane too - love the Mopeka sensors - and also agree 100% on the generator so much cleaner on propane, but nice to known you can go to a gas station if you need to. We have a Costco close by and they have the best prices around - its the only one in San Diego county that has propane and fortunately near us :) Tractor supply is great too and we use that when on the road when we can. I still have a bunch of 6 gallon jugs I use for water, one day I will graduate to a bladder and pump :) And we have collapsible 6 gallon water jugs we use for drinking water - but they do eventually wear out and leak... Thanks for this guys it is very helpful!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Bob and Dang, we tried the collapsible 6 gallon jugs. We sent them back they were to hard to handle and they leaked. We are so glad we could give you a few tips. Everything has changed with the new rig. I need more water. The instant water heater is a game changer. However, it’s tough to get out of the shower. We have to be very disciplined with these new gadgets. Love you guys! Hope to see you soon. Keep uploading those awesome videos! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@BarbaraMeier-c7q]

So much great information. My husband has a bi pap, so this is perfect! Thank you both so much for your videos. Safe travels! ❤️👍🏻

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

We are so glad we can help! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@NelsonsRetreat]

I enjoyed this one guys, thanks

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Awesome! We are glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@robertdoyen5434]

Wow’s all great stuff. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on boon docking. Thanks From Wisconsin

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Bob and Cathy, thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@dougwilliams3276]

Learned a new trick today. When you turn on the propane for your generator, do it SLOW!! If you turn it on to fast you could flip the slug in it and it will limit or cut off your propane to it. Mine wouldnt stay running and found out that it was the problem.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Doug, that is a good tip! How did you fix it?

[@dougwilliams3276]

@@OverTheHillAdventures you have to turn it off, then take it off the tank. Wait a few seconds for any propane to escape. The restart.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Awesome, thank you!

[@aChangeOfSceneryRV]

The "slug" coffee pot, we had one with our old camper. We used a coffee filter in the basket, just pole a hole in the center. Keeps most of the grounds out.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Great Tip!! Thank you! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@NelsonsRetreat]

@changeofscenery they do have filters now just for these, we use them also , fit perfectly

[@elliejellie22]

We love our Perculator.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

We love ours too!! We call it sludge!! Thank you for joining us!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Blessings, Stan and Rhonda

[@handicampingamerica6356]

Thanks for the shirts and stickers. Received them today

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

You are so welcome!! 🤗 Thank you for letting us know! ~ Rhonda and Stan

[@randypetty3066]

I have 2 2200 watt dual fuel gen sets that I run in parallel. I went with smaller units for handling purposes…my old back isn’t what it used to be. I have only run them on propane. Like you I don’t want to mess with a gasoline can. Also, i am not a fan of ethanol fuel in small engines that aren’t run frequently. I believe that propane will not gum-up like ethanol fuel can….

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Randy, thank you for sharing! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@Therealgirlinthedesert]

I love all your suggestions! We want to go boondocking in our 5th wheel for the first time! Any good suggestions on the BLM land out innQuartzite? We live right next door in Tonopah! We’d love to try it out there.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Definitely wait till the fall or winter. Quartzsite is wide open. You have long term BLM and short term. Road Runner Campground is a short term only 14 days.

[@jimcurry5458]

Hi Stan & Rhonda. I’m sure you’re enjoying your travels and are really busy. Just wondering if plan on doing a video on the installation of your airbags? Are they working out well? Did you notice any changes in the ride and overall towing experience? I’m getting ready to install a B&W turnover ball hitch kit and airbags in our 2024 Silverado HD in preparation for our switch from a travel trailer to a fifth wheel. Any feedback and advice would be appreciated.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Jim, the airbag video is on the list very soon! Traveling makes it a little difficult. We will get it out. The airbags is a game changer and a must. We got the AirLift 7,500XL. Huge difference!! I got them at Amazon. The Airlift airbags are in our Amazon store. I only put 30lbs of air. Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@jimcurry5458]

@@OverTheHillAdventures Thanks. I figured you both were very busy. I really appreciate the response. Safe travels to you, all the best!

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Wow...that was a lot of good information. Thank you. Blessings

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Awe!! Thank you Betty Jo!!!

[@RaaJra1992]

How is the new 5th wheel working out? I love that floorplan.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Russ, absolutely incredible! We have about 3,000 miles on it so far! We are currently in Utah heading to Colorado. Stan and Rhonda 🙏🏼❤️

[@RaaJra1992]

@@OverTheHillAdventures we have had our Imagine 2950 since 2016 when we bought it new. Might go 50/50 full time next year, wife still wants a home base, but that 2903 is at the top of my list so far.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

@@RaaJra1992 yes! Home base is a must in our book. We will do a 6 month review. So far we are blown away by our new rig!! Blessings and safe travels!

[@barbarapalmer268]

Good information.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Barbara, thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@barbarapalmer268]

I use those tubs also

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Those are great!!

[@melodygrandinetti5016]

We use our berkey

[@barbarapalmer268]

We use the same.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

That’s a great tip! We know many folks do. It takes up to much room for us. Stan and Rhonda

[@barbarapalmer268]

We never exchange tanks.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Awesome!! Surprised how many people do! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@Theo8863]

I don’t encourage you to burn your trash in your fire. It stinks for people that have windows open. It will make your food taste like garbage.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

The beautiful thing about boondocking no one is around you. In very rare cases you will be next to someone. The man purpose for boondocking is its free and you can be as faraway as you want.