I have now used my camper to visit dozens of parks.  I has exceeded my expectations.  No leaks, no issues with power, no problem sleeping and getting a good nights rest.  It is easy to tow, coming in at less than 900 pounds, easy to set up, easy to keep clean.  Combined with my truck, I can carry all my gear and still haul my own wood for fires and my kayak.  I have changed out some of my gear, put in different storage combinations, taken out things that I haven’t or don’t plan to use and basically just enjoyed the simplicity the trailer has made of camping.

Some things to ponder:  without a bathroom, make sure you  have access.  Knowing that my better half won’t lock me out at a campsite because she has good clean bathrooms and shower facilities is pretty important.  Make sure you work through any problems that might arise with storms, uneven campsites, wind, etc.   I actually carry an extra two man tent, poles, tarps, etc.  for emergencies.   You need flashlights.  Get a dozen.  Carry one on you at all times.  Have a double walled 20 oz or more container, (Walmart-$7.00).

You need some good camp chairs.  Cheap ones hurt your butt after a few minutes.  Camping is about relaxing, not cramps and back pain.  Get a good stick, maybe a broken shovel handle like mine, to move your wood in the firepit.

If you want to really enjoy your trips, go where others don’t go.  If you must stay at busy campgrounds, be courteous to others.  Keep your radio low, turn off all those extra lights.  Shut the generator down as soon as possible and keep noise down after dark.  Take good coffee, creamer and a good book.  Don’t stress over no having phone service.  Play with your kids if they go.  Walk.  Swim.  Sink your toes in the river.  Enjoy.

I suspect that I will be building another trailer soon.  It was a joy and I can give this one to my sisters so they can come camping too.

Dale

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