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Chasing Our Sunshine
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Hi- We are Joel & Deb, a full-time RV Couple with a spoiled dog, Maya, that downsized, sold almost everything and retired from Law Enforcement. We are both born, raised, and lived in Wisconsin our whole lives. Our stick & bricks (our house) was in Chippewa Falls, WI and we lived in our house for 20 years before selling it in June 2021.
We are 100% debt free and believe in being financially responsible. Our videos cover travel planning, budget, DIY RV projects as needed, destination reviews, and other RV living details.
We hope you join us as we document our adventures in Chasing Our Sunshine throughout the country and beyond… remember life is about moments, not things and you can always create your own sunshine.
If you haven’t joined the Chasing Our Sunshine community, our Sunshine Squad, please do!
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We would appreciate the love 💕 and thanks!
Chasing Our Sunshine ☀️
Joel, Deb and 🐕 Maya
We are 100% debt free and believe in being financially responsible. Our videos cover travel planning, budget, DIY RV projects as needed, destination reviews, and other RV living details.
We hope you join us as we document our adventures in Chasing Our Sunshine throughout the country and beyond… remember life is about moments, not things and you can always create your own sunshine.
If you haven’t joined the Chasing Our Sunshine community, our Sunshine Squad, please do!
Subscribe on RUclips- follow on Facebook & Instagram & webpage: chasingoursunshine.net
We would appreciate the love 💕 and thanks!
Chasing Our Sunshine ☀️
Joel, Deb and 🐕 Maya
RV Show Season 2025 - Complete Guide (Tips for Tampa, Quartzsite & More)
Are you heading to any of the RV Shows in 2025? We have you covered in this complete guide to navigating the RV Show Season 2025! After 3 years of full time rv living we're at the Mesa RV Show sharing insider tips on getting the best deals, comparing top shows like Tampa- Florida RV Supershow, Quartzsite RV Show & Hershey RV Show, and avoiding common first-time buyer mistakes. Hit the RV Show Season for 2025 like a pro!
💡 INSIDER TIPS COVERED:
- Best days & times to attend shows
- Price negotiation strategies
- How to avoid buyer's remorse
- Major show differences
🗺️ MAJOR 2025 RV SHOWS:
- Florida RV SuperShow (Tampa) - Indoor, Huge Selection
- Quartzsite RV Show - Desert Gathering, Boondocking ...
💡 INSIDER TIPS COVERED:
- Best days & times to attend shows
- Price negotiation strategies
- How to avoid buyer's remorse
- Major show differences
🗺️ MAJOR 2025 RV SHOWS:
- Florida RV SuperShow (Tampa) - Indoor, Huge Selection
- Quartzsite RV Show - Desert Gathering, Boondocking ...
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First Time To QUARTZSITE AZ Everything you Need to KNOW for 2025!
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After 3 years of full time RV living and decades in law enforcement, we're sharing our insider tips for staying safe and making the most of your Quartzsite AZ experience. From finding the best camping spots, cost to staying secure in the desert, this guide covers everything you need to know for January 2025. 🎯 QUICK LINKS: BLM Permit Information: www.blm.gov/visit/la-posa-ltva Quartzsite Show S...
Join the RV Community - Finding Your Tribe - Full Time RVing! 🚐
Просмотров 789Месяц назад
Are you looking to find your own RV Community? After three years of full-time RVing, we've discovered something magical - family isn't about where you're from, it's about who you choose to journey with. This Friendsgiving isn't just a meal, it's a testament to the incredible connections you can make on the road. In this heartfelt video, we're sharing our journey of building an authentic RV comm...
Is RV Resorts worth it? Behind the gates of a 55+ RV Resort
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Is RV Resort worth it? 🚨 From enforcing the rules to breaking them? Watch what happens when two retired cops get BUSTED at a 55 RV Resort! 😱 Ever wondered what REALLY happens behind the gates of a 55 RV Resort? As full-time RVers and former law enforcement, we're spilling ALL the beans about life at Voyager RV Resort in Tucson and share the costs and pros and cons with you! 🚐 WATCH NEXT: Is Tho...
Harvest Host Membership Worth IT? Pros and Cons for RVers
Просмотров 10 тыс.Месяц назад
Harvest Host Membership worth it? An honest Pros & Cons for RVers in 2024! | Full-Time RV Living Are you considering joining Harvest Hosts? As full-time RVers and long-time Harvest Hosts members since 2020, we're sharing our honest review of this unique RV membership program. From staying at wineries to museums, we break down everything you need to know about Harvest Hosts, including their NEW ...
Is Medora North Dakota Worth the RV Travels? | Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Просмотров 984Месяц назад
Join us as we explore one of North Dakota's hidden gems - Medora North Dakota and Theodore Roosevelt National Park! After 3 years of full-time RVing (retired law enforcement), we discovered this amazing RV destination. From wild bison to a pitchfork steak fondue dinner with a Broadway-style shows, we're sharing everything you need to know! 🦬 THEODORE ROOSEVELT NATIONAL PARK INFO: - Park Entranc...
Exploring the Enchanted Highway: North Dakota's Hidden Metal Art Masterpiece
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Discover North Dakota's Metal Art Marvel: The Enchanted Highway! Buckle up for an epic 32-mile road trip through an incredible outdoor sculpture gallery. Starting at I-94's Exit 72, we explore massive metal artworks like "Geese in Flight" that transform an ordinary highway into an extraordinary adventure. Watch as we navigate unique parking areas, capture stunning roadside art, and explore the ...
Bismarck North Dakota on a Budget - RV Travels- Free things to DO
Просмотров 6502 месяца назад
Discover the budget-friendly side of Bismarck, North Dakota, as we uncover an array of free activities and must-see places in we found to in our RV travels. We'll take you on a virtual tour of the city, showcasing its captivating landmarks, remarkable museum, and that won't cost you a dime. We share the free things to do in Bismarck North Dakota with you! Get ready to explore Bismarck without b...
Things to Do in Fargo North Dakota with RV Travel Day Mishaps & Blunders
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Join us as we embark on an unforgettable RV adventure to Fargo North Dakota, where we run into some RV Travel Day Mishaps along the way! Get ready for laughter and plenty of mishaps along the way to Fargo ND. True Blue Tuesday clothing and swag! 100% of all proceeds donated to local law enforcement causes! 💙🖤💙 Update: Nov 11, 2024 the company we were using for our swag is not longer doing print...
RV Tire Maintenance & RV Tire Safety - 8 TIPS- The Ultimate Guide & Cost
Просмотров 9633 месяца назад
To help you keep your RV tires in top shape, we've compiled 8 essential tips for RV Tire Maintenance and safety and share the cost for tire for both our RVs. True Blue Tuesday clothing and swag! 100% of all proceeds donated to local law enforcement causes! 💙🖤💙 Update: Nov 11, 2024 the company we were using for our swag is not longer doing print on demand, and have closed our store front. If you...
Mackinac Island Michigan - What to know before you GO! RV Travels
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Join us as we embark on an unforgettable RV living journey to Mackinac Island Michigan, where we share what smell fills the air but Mackinac Island's charm remains intact. True Blue Tuesday clothing and swag! 100% of all proceeds donated to local law enforcement causes! 💙🖤💙 Update: Nov 11, 2024 the company we were using for our swag is not longer doing print on demand, and have closed our store...
Best Portable Power Station with Solar Panel - AllPowers R1500 Power Station
Просмотров 3033 месяца назад
Get ready for an exhilarating discussion about the AllPowers R1500 Portable Power Station with solar panels and how we use it for Full Time RV Living! We're about to dive into its impressive specifications, explore its versatile uses, and even demonstrate it in action. Get ready for an electrifying experience of the AllPower Portable Power Station with Solar Panels! Here is the link to purchase...
Unexpected RV Adventure in Munising Michigan | Kayaking Pictured Rocks
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RV Life brought us to Munising, Michigan! We had planned the ultimate kayaking expedition at Pictured Rocks, but sometimes life has other plans. True Blue Tuesday clothing and swag! 100% of all proceeds donated to local law enforcement causes! 💙🖤💙 Update: Nov 11, 2024 the company we were using for our swag is not longer doing print on demand, and have closed our store front. In this video, we s...
RV Travels to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan / Is Copper Harbor Worth Visiting?
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RV Travels to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan / Is Copper Harbor Worth Visiting?
Don't GO RV Camping in Michigan Upper Peninsula - Porcupine Mountains State Park
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Don't GO RV Camping in Michigan Upper Peninsula - Porcupine Mountains State Park
Northern Wisconsin Camping! Mosquito Invasion 🦟 Minnie RV Living
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RV Shakedown Trip WHAT can ALL go WRONG? Class A Motorhome to Class C RV
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RV TRAVELS bought us to a PLACE we NEVER Wanted to Stay & was it SAFE?
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RV TRAVELS bought us to a PLACE we NEVER Wanted to Stay & was it SAFE?
Unique Things to do in Fredericksburg TX - RV Living Adventures
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Blown Away! Battling High Wind Warning on the Road - RV Living Full Time
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Blown Away! Battling High Wind Warning on the Road - RV Living Full Time
Driving a Class A Motorhome! RV Travels & Prickly Situation!
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Driving a Class A Motorhome! RV Travels & Prickly Situation!
What is Bash? Enjoy Your First Xscapers Annual Bash RV Rally!! Tips & Tricks
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What is Bash? Enjoy Your First Xscapers Annual Bash RV Rally!! Tips & Tricks
Best Things to do in Lake Havasu - Full Time RV Living Adventures
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Saguaro National Park - Free Ranger lead tour & Full-time RV Living
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Saguaro National Park - Free Ranger lead tour & Full-time RV Living
SIX RVers go LOST & deal with FEARS & Deadly Wildlife Encounters
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First Time Boondocking in an RV- Boondocking for Beginners Tips
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Death While Traveling Full Time in a RV / 8 Things to Do for End of Life Planning
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Death While Traveling Full Time in a RV / 8 Things to Do for End of Life Planning
Hi friends! 👋 Fun to have made a cameo appearance in your Q video 👏So many fabulous tips! Thanks for all the in depth info! Looking forward to seeing you soon. ~ Rhonda and Stan
Party on Palmosa was a good time! We are looking forward to see you soon!!
This is the first time I met you guys on RUclips. I enjoyed this video. Listen to you guys advising all the safety tips and rules. Nice to meet you guys the video it looks awesome
Hello!! Thanks for checking out our channel - we hope to see you there in Quartzsite or out on the road!
I liked the maps inserts. But you didn't use it for the location of the 14 days locations.
@@TheBlackLeprechaun that is a good idea and wish we would have thought to add them!
We love HH and Boondocks Welcome and been members for years. Unfortunately the discounts are only for new subscribers, not renewing. So for us Canadians, especially when you tack on the Boondocks welcome feature, it costs us 40% more with the Canadian $. That makes it pretty expensive here. I think we should have the opportunity to take advantage of the discount. Anyway...good for you with your profits from RUclips going to Law enforcement.
@@jerrydaminato743 We do wish there was discounts for return members too! Once you buy in you are supposed to be locked in at that rate for the lifetime of the membership. We wish there were more in Canada to visit as we have been looking for them on our way to Alaska this summer.
Love Harvest Host but could use more in Canada. 🇨🇦
We hope they are expanding in Canada too! We are heading to Alaska this summer and having some in Canada to stay at would be amazing!
How is your 2018 Tiffin Allegro 33aa Holding up? Have you had any problems? We are looking to go full time RV in 6 months and considering a used 2018. Great video. Thanks
Our Tiffin has truly become a cherished part of our journey, standing strong through the test of time. While we encountered a slide issue that we've since resolved, we've embraced the updates we've made, like adding a farmhouse sink. As we prepare to refresh the tiles and carpeting, we wish you all the best as you embark on the exciting adventure of full-time living!
Great and informative video! We met last year at bash and will be staying in the Xscapers section on Plamosa road. We hope to see you there! We are Jane and Brian Beatty. Were originally from the Chicago suburbs, have been full time for 2 1/2 years and travel in a Solitude
@@JaneBeatty-ij2vn The funning thing is we were talking about you and Brian last night as I was you were in the list for NYE group!! Can't wait to see you guy & bring in the New Year! Go Packers!! See you soon!!
Agreed, Fargo is great…specifically the downtown. Should have scooted north to Winnipeg!!!
Downtown Fargo is amazing! We use to go to Winnipeg for an all-cops softball tournament!!
Great video and sounds like a fun vibe. My legit take away was, stay at Lake Havasu resort and enjoy the hour drive down to the fun. 😉
Lake Havasu is a great option!! 😎 We will be there the week before heading to boondock!
Actually, get gas in Ehrenburg.
That is good advice!
Great tips on these shows - we have been to just a few smaller ones - and quartzsite. We will be back there this year - maybe we will bump into you if you are around. Thanks for doing this and have a great holiday season and new year!
@@bobanddangsjourney We will have to make it a point to bump into you guys in Q!!
Generator quite hours in BLM LAND is 10pm to 6am, Stay away from LAPOSA South, they run a lot of open load Gen's in that area
@@kar-r5i4f Thanks for updating the time for us!! Appreciate it!!
Thanks. Well done.
@@MaryAmesMitchell Thanks for letting us know!
We love checking out RV shows. Love to see what’s out there and get different ideas! Thx for sharing! ❤️~Lareka
@@RetiredRoadTripping Seeing what is new out there is fun!
We have our motorhome now so we are interested in vendors or seminars now at shows
@@RickandDarcirvadventures We understand that and sometimes the seminars are good!
Awesome visual production and video editing. So beautiful, sweet and smooth. Much inspired and talented. A real peaceful and relaxing pleasure to watch. Full of poetry and spirit. Good for the mind and the eyes. Great visit and discover. Fabulous filming. Big big big like for this fantastic perform and brighting sharing. Splendid and luminous.
@@OlivierBillaut We appreciate your feedback and we work hard on putting out quality videos.
Thank You for the information you provided in this video. I retired in March of 2024 and have been renting RV's and traveling with my family for about 10 years. I bought a 5th Wheel in 2023 with the intension of spending a lot more time in the out of doors when I retired. I will be attending the Quartzsite RV and Sportsman Show for the first time in January 2025. Just me on this trip. My son and his family live in Scottsdale and I have other siblings and their families in Tucson, AZ and Southern California. I spent all my life in Suburban 10 years and Urban Fire Rescue and this will be part of my decompressing from all the non-sense I experienced in my working life of 46 years. FYI I have 3 brothers all retired LE so I support our brothers and sisters in Public Safety and now you by subscribing to your channel ;-)
@@MarkSBaker RVing is a great way to decompress for sure & retirement is amazing!! We appreciate the support 💙🖤 and hope to get to meet you in Quartzsite!
Thanks. We've stayed at the Tucson KOA a couple of times and this place looks great!
@@jerrydaminato743 We are looking forward to staying here again! Hope you get to stay and enjoy it yourself now!
caution this year the 🌈 are here in the 100,s and actually put down big rocks blocking my way out back to highway and i almost got beat up after telling them to move the rocks so this is no longer in my view a safe place to stay anymore in the short term areas
Oh no! We are glad you didn't get hurt!
I love looking at them. I can't stay in them long it gives me a nauseating headache, the new smell. I like how you said that you can like come and go how you want, and it doesn't seem like it's high-pressured sales, because I think when they try to keep me inside the RV is when I start feeling sick after about 10 minutes.
Until I watched more of your video and then I see, yeah the sales people are there ready and waiting.
@@margaretmartin3143 Deb agrees with the smell and can get to her too! It is nice to see the latest and greatest and different RVs too!
@@margaretmartin3143 haha! Yes they were!! 🤣
Do you guys go to the RTR ?
@@margaretmartin3143 We haven't, we are at Bash!
Hey guys great tips and advance on going RV shopping and looking for an RV. You also included great information on Quartzsite and Florida it was good to see the difference. Totally agree with sticking to a budget! You guys had a lot of entertaining moments and fun lines!! 😊 All locations are very different in the PNW! 😊 Good video!
@@justramblinaround Thanks guys! We are looking forward to Quartzsite
I like your tips but nothing is better than the 2nd amendment will solve most of those problems.
We hold a strong commitment to the principles of the Constitution and the importance of being responsible and safe citizens.
Thank you‼️
You're welcome! Hope it helps! 😊
Windows in a submarine. 😂
@@RescueDiver805 Yep! 😆 🤣
Thanks for using me as the example of watch out for sales people 🙈 Great video and hope you both enjoyed the show!
@@rsasadamrs It was a nice show & thanks for doing your job! Hopefully, you found someone in the RV who works for them at a great deal.
Thanks for sharing your experience with us all. We go to shows for campgrounds and new products. Thanks From Wisconsin
We hope you are staying warm! And Merry Christmas 🎄
Both shows are great, I'm sure! Each has their own uniqueness. - Jim & Michelle
They both are worth going to for sure!!
Great video see you guys at the bash. Thomyt
See you soon & have a Merry Christmas 🎄
You can tell you both are glampers !
@@MarEliGomez-mu1zd We are learning to boondock and have been loving it.
We have plans to go back to the Tampa show this year. It will be sad to be there without you guys. Great tips. 😊 Lynn and Danny
Have fun! We wish we were going with you guys as it was so fun our first time there with you guys!
Отличное путешествие! Чудесный курорт, идеальное место для отдыха! Спасибо за классное видео! Счастливого Рождества!
Thank you and Merry Christmas 🎄
Honor your oaths🇺🇸. We need more public servants who stand for and support the Red, White, and Blue🇺🇸. Not that thin blue line flag desecration culture that has corrupted our public servants mentalities.
@@matthewprespentt4102 thanks for watching 🖤💙🖤
@ no problem, I’m already having to pay for your pension welfare check. Might as well help your algorithm and watch comment. Honor your oaths and stop desecrating the flag 🇺🇸
There is anouther RV show you realey need to go to. Have you heard about the Music City Motorhome Expo? They will have the brand-new line-up of 2026 motorhomes with all the test drives you want. The RV manufacturers will have their top people there to talk to you not just rent a salesman. You commented on food. They will throw in elaborate meals 3x a day, ‘round the clock snacks. Enjoy a crowd-free, kid-free, hassle-free buying experience, not like some where you have to wait in line to just look in a RV. For entertainment at the coming show they will have Country Music singers and songwriters: Sara Evans and Scotty McCreery performing for you.
@@WILDEBILL308 Wow! That sounds amazing!! We haven't heard of it but have it on our list now for sure!!
It's $1495.
@@hugohackenbush6474 Yes it is to weed out the non serious buyers. You get it back if you buy in a year. You can also get discounts through AIM.
Great tips, thanks for sharing!
@@The_VagabondZ_Jim_N_Amy Thanks, guys!!
It looks like a great rv show. I would be tempted.
@@TrekkingwithDebandMike RV shows can be a lot of fun!
Are you heading to an RV Show this year? We hope this video was helpful if you are!! Joel, Deb & 🐕 Maya
My research says you can just go to California especially Oakland, san francisco, la just lets you camp or live on the streets, empty your tanks on the streets for free! They might even give you free money and cell phone! Maybe im wrong but i have seen lots of videos verifying it.
That is definitely one way to go!! 😆
I’ve been in the area for past 5 yrs. Limited fuel? No. Limited laundry? No. I don’t know what your reference is but your comments don’t reflect reality in Quartzite.
This video was for first time RVers coming in for the show for the first time and boondocking for the week of the show. Not geared towards those in the area all winter. We gave advice based on our experience last year boondocking for the week. We said there are gas stations and laundry there, however, best to fill up and have it done beforehand to not have to deal with the crowds during the week of the show.
Why is it infamous?
Quartzsite isn't really 'infamous' - it's actually a huge winter gathering spot for RVers! Up to a million people camp on the public desert land around this tiny Arizona town each winter. It's famous for huge RV shows, incredibly affordable camping (often free!), and a unique community of snowbirds and full-time RVers. Think of it like a winter festival for RV enthusiasts. The primitive desert camping conditions aren't for everyone, but that's part of what makes it special!
Thank you for sharing. Greetings from your new subscriber from Prague 💛💛💛
Wow Prague!! Thanks for subbing!
Fuel is not limited in Q, neither is food. If you mean, prices can be higher, yes. 14 years wintering in Q and we've never had an incident of theft or any other issues. People love to spread misinformation about Quartzsite. #1 is coyotes. Snakes are rarely seen between December and March. Fuel stations are at both ends of town as well as in town. There are 5 different propane sellers here. Not much here to block Starlink's line of site. 😂
Thanks for sharing your tips! And we personally know of people that had thefts from outside their RVs last winter in the LTVA area. Thefts can happen anywhere, we all just need to do our best to prevent them from happening in the first place.
We have not seen snakes but we see Coyotes all the time. They have also been known to grab a small dog on a leash. Some of there info is a little off. I do not worry about our stuff being stolen however we always are camping with friends so usually someone is around. Groceries are limited at least good groceries are. We have a place in Q Mountain and the good food becomes scarce a few days into the big show. They did say it was their year. I have never had a problem getting gas but it is still a good idea to fuel up first so you do not have to wait in long lines while leaving. All though we have a place we like to hang out with our friends that come from all over the country. During the first week in January we spend a few days here and there with different friends. It is a blast there and can't wait to get there next week!!
@ We always support being responsible and doing best to prevent being a victim of a crime in the first place & smart to be boondocking in a group! Thank you for the warning about the coyotes!!
The primary focus message I’m getting here is alcoholic beverages. I’m guessing the demographics for this membership are people who like to drink a lot. Can someone recommend a membership organization geared more toward a non-drinking crowd?
There are non-alcohol places to stay within Harvest Host too, farms, museums, golf courses, churches, and other attractions. And some of the breweries and wineries have amazing food and you don't have to drink at them. You are going to want to look into Boondockers Welcome.
Kinda the same with cruises. I look at a lot of cruise RUclips & advertising about a cruise line & the amount of drink packages they have outweighs the ports of call & sightseeing.
We have only been on one cruise and it was back in 2010.
This will be our first time and we appreciate all the tips! Not sure where we're planning to stay. Kind of winging it at this point so your listing of BLM land was helpful.
@@habigscrapbooks The nice thing is there are some options and don't have to make recreations! We are so glad you let us know this was helpful!! Thanks