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It has been a hot minute! (I promise I am not going to keep disappearing on you all). Between COVID displacement, a real live tornado going through our campground, and going back into the classroom, the past few months have been crazy. I can't wait to tell you all about it.This week I am saying hi again. Talking about what's been happening, and call and talk to Josh about giving him a popup camper, and what his plans are for him and his new little family. Welcome back to the journey. I can't wait to take you all with me. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/restorationrv)

Welcome to our next month long mini-series, Living Big While You Live Small. This week we are going to talk about the mindset of beginning a more minimal life, where and how to sort recycling in your RV/rig, and where to look for recycling centers or bins. I also introduce you to a great blog called https://www.livesmallridefree.com/.I mentioned some great bins from Amazon you can try. The links do give me a little kick back that help offset the cost of podcast hosting. Bin Bags for recycling: https://amzn.to/2HJM3WTStacking Bins with lids:  https://amzn.to/34CmQ9uRubbermaid Hidden Recycler: https://amzn.to/3jFy2XbServices I mention (NOT sponsored):Blueland Cleaning: https://www.blueland.com/Pela Phone Cases: https://pelacase.com/ Urban Junket Laptop Bags: https://www.urbanjunket.com/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/restorationrv)

We are live on location this week - in Cades Cove in the Smoky Mountains. We knew going into this trip that we were going to be totally self-contained, but we weren’t sure about Internet. I am teaching online and I need to be able to reach, and be reached by, students during the week. Being totally off-grid is not an option. After researching many options, we put together a great WiFi system for off grid work - and it worked great until we really got back into the mountains. Final conclusion, this system is perfect when you have a signal to boost - but if there is no signal at all, not much is going to work. Here are the specific bits of gear we use:GL.iNet 4G LTE Router https://amzn.to/3kj0lvuWilson Electronics 30 Feet Low Loss Coaxial Cable https://amzn.to/2HcwdnaWilson Electronics Wideband Directional Antenna https://amzn.to/3k7vnXkSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/restorationrv)

I don't know about you, but I need some rest and relaxation from this year. And finding a quiet spot to boondock is a priority. This week we finish our boondocking series. In it, I discuss my top 5 apps for planning your trip and finding that prime boondocking spot.  If you wanted to try the final app, the code I mentioned is RestorationRV for 15% of Harvest Hosts. Join me next week as I talk about the Internet on the road - both for the fulltimer and the weekend warrior. We will try out a wifi booster in the Great Smokey Mountains, as well discuss what you need for reliable working internet on the road. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/restorationrv)

This week we continue our boondocking series by talking with Josh Hendrick, a well-seasoned boondocker, car camper, and climber; also happily my brother. Josh tells about his time on the road, and shares his tips and tricks for crossing the country more comfortably - like where to find showers and bathrooms, how to climate control, and that we should always have at least one creature comfort to keep us happy during the down days. Join me next week as I talk about the apps and tech that can help you find the perfect boondocking site. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/restorationrv)

Hi fellow Travel Nerds! Welcome to our mini series about boondocking. We are going to talk about the basics of boondocking this week; next week we will talk to Josh Hendrick about his frequent trips across the States; and we end with tips and apps that will help you find where to boondock.So this week - the basics of boondocking!  We discuss what you need to think about (water, power, food, and climate control) and boondocking etiquette, just in case others are around. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/restorationrv)

Are you ready to hit the road, but you are a little unsure about how to travel safely in the time of COVID-19? I have consolidated tips and apps that will help you travel safely and get to your destination without bringing any little viruses with you. In this episode, I discuss CDC guideline for safe travel, apps that will help you plan your backup plans, and tips for staying healthy and safe on the road (I end up sounding a bit like your mom, but just like her, I have only your best at heart). Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/restorationrv)

Hi fellow travel nerds! Welcome to Restoration RV, a place where we talk about all things renovation, vagabond living, and sustainability. Seems like a broad topic, no? Well, yes, but they all also go hand in hand. I strive to live a life where I take less than I give. To do that, I need to renovate what I have, appreciate what is around, and live a more sustainable life. Give our trailer a listen. Every Wednesday, we will be coming to you from our renovation, from the road, interviewing others, learning about various rigs, or how others are enjoying the vagabond lifestyle. See you next hump day! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/restorationrv)

Hi fellow travel nerds! Welcome back to Restoration RV! This week I am talking about gardening on the go. We talk about how you can grow a vegetable garden in your rig, while traveling, and why hydroponic gardening is where it is AT. Join me in the conversation! If you want to read more about this, check out the article I wrote for Medium about the 5 benefits to hydroponic gardening.  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/restorationrv)