Hi Gang! A ton of you have been asking about our chairs! We do LOVE these chairs and highly recommend them. You can get them off of Amazon here: amzn.to/3s38eZs Additional Resources mentioned in this video: BLM Boondocking Rules: gtwy.to/37czvAO 11 Rules for Boondocking on National Forest Land: gtwy.to/3tRL61U Portable Waste Tote (Blueboy): amzn.to/2Zg52NZ Our generator: amzn.to/3d9qEnn
Very good advice. 11. Don't play loud music after quite time. 12. Pick up after your pet. I have plenty more but these seem to happen the most. Lol. Love the chairs.
Something I have done a few times is, if there is a sawmill in the area or a logging operation, check with them. They will usually let you have some scrap slabs or branches too small for them to use. One logging guy even cut the branches into firewood size pieces for us.
Chills me to think so many areas could be closed and off limits by the time I retire, acquire a rig and get out there. Thanks for spreading the word. Leave no trace is so important and respectful of the next to arrive. Take care guys
I truly believe you got it right. Those are the rules that matter. However, our family would also like to bring up; picking up after your pets. The last thing people want to do, is to go boondocking and find the perfect spot full of dog waste... NO, you don't have to pick up everything, but animal waste can make the area uninhabitable... So consider leaving the area better than you found it and that includes pet waste.... Keep up the great work guys... You are the best...
Thanks for addressing the issue of trash in this video. I find it to be one of the most difficult problems for full timers out boondocking. You can’t take it home with you.When spending weeks boondocking last year, we didn’t see any videos on the subject of what to do with our trash. It is very disappointing to find other people’s trash out in the wilderness. In one town we were able buy prepaid trash bags that we could take to the dump when full. At another place, in Utah, I asked at a gas station if I could use their dumpster.
These are great topics. I keep trying to pay close attention, but then I see those super comfy looking chairs and keep wondering where ya'll got those lol Nicely done guys!
Great tips! Definitely all worth knowing and putting into practice. Trash is definitely the number one thing we have come across while boondocking as well. These things will ensure we can all continue to enjoy boondocking for many years to come!
Another GREAT video and another reason why all kids should go into scouting OR at least the family should go camping every year. These things are taught and you do it without even thinking about it, such as Pack in, pack out, leave it cleaner than you found it, latrines, etc. Yes, I was a Den mother and then a Asst. Scoutmaster of my son's Boy Scout troop. Lot's of fun was had! Now, I"m a granma who can't camp "out" like I used to, and have a 5th wheel... that's what I get for laughing at people in RV's now I AM the person in the big RV and calling it "camping'! *shrug*
11. Be mindful of where the washes are located. And keep an eye on the weather. Hard pack road could turn into quicksand after a heavy rain. You taught us that lesson 🤠
I appreciate you guys reminding everyone to be good stewards our free camping areas. I’ll never understand why some people just don’t get it or don’t care. I’m also thankful that you leave your sites better than you found them. I wish others would follow your example. By the way, very comfy looking chairs 👍
We try to do what we can Robert by sharing the info. Thanks for the input! We are loving our chairs! We got them here if you are interested: amzn.to/3qrTzXq
We watched this a little while ago and then we lot power so I didn't get to comment. I love this video. You guys are so good together and Jason is rocking the beard we love it. Keep up the good work and stay safe out there.
If you are going to have a campfire, please have two buckets of sand or several gallons of water nearby. If you get a gust of wind, you can set a large area on fire quickly. Just FYI.
We are finally boondocking for the first time. Thanks for all the tips throughout the years. We didn’t think we would make it a week, but now going on over a month!
Happy Valentine's Day to you too! 💞 Thank you for the tip on the generator. We bought a solar panel and battery pack for our small camper but are looking for a generator!!
We just moved in to our rig and we haven’t boondock yet. It’s nice to learn this rules. Thank you for sharing. We just got a generator, I’m not too sure how loud it is 😳.
Hello it is incredible we have the same problems here in Australia. I still cannot work out how educated humans can be so feral! Great video. Stay Safe from your Aussie nomad friends 🤗
These are very great tips on how to boondock properly. Glad you did this video. Thank you. Oh by the way I saw you both in the Brazen Brits video from last year! Stay safe wherever you may be. Safe travels. See you soon.
We love your channel. You guys are real and show the good and the bad. We know that the Rv life is not all fun like other people make it look. We sure do appreciate you and we look forward to all seeing a lot more episodes.
@@GetawayCouple we subscribed after the 1st video and hit the bell lol. Look forward to your weekly videos. Keep doing what you’re doing. We love watching you guys!!!!
Thumbs up! Cause we have the same chairs! lol, Great video, just found your channel, great job guys! Loose dogs are our #1 "pet" peeve, hope to full time soon!
I am glad you guys talked about this hopefully everyone knows. But just in case they don't thinks for letting me know about this. Love you guys and be safe out there ❤.
I do have the predator generator and that thing is so quiet you won’t be able to hear 50 foot away. Even though I have a battery bank I just use it when I want 110 power
As simple as these rules may sound, people are pretty bad about taking care of nature. As a conservation officer I cite people frequently for violating the rules you have listed. Thanks for the video.
I bet that can be a tough job! We try to do our part and hopefully help educate others or at least make them think. We all have to take care of our nature and beautiful country!
@@ericskelton1438 That is our affiliate link so it should be working. Here's another one just in case. And I just noticed they went on sale, score! amzn.to/3bmtFON
Yes! I was going to add that one too! I have a bully breed and she is ALWAYS on a leash. Many times other unleaded camper dogs come running to us. Very frustrating.
Very Nice and Polite video..... Question? I have not used my camper in other than a camp ground yet.....but do plan to boondock..... I have heard others say they will let their grey water go (not black).... Yes! or No! in boondocking areas....
We have heard that too and we have also heard that regulations about it vary from place to place. Some say it's no different than washing your car, because it's just water and soap. You cannot dump it on BLM land for sure.
Jason's beard is looking tight! We are loving the camp chairs. We are very interested in boondocking. We found this vid super informative. Who do you guys determine how far into the BLM land do you go? Lou & Angie
Awesome! Thank you! It really just varies. If we are caravaning with friends we usually just let them pick the spots and follow them. Thanks for watching! I don't know if you subscribe on our website, but this is a blog we did on essentials of boondocking, but we have several blog articles on there as well. www.getawaycouple.com/bare-necessities-for-boondocking/
How is dumping and dispersing your grey water tank into the bushes any different from using your outdoor shower, or tent campers washing their dishes over the ground? Or relieving themselves in the bush? We have actually used our grey water (sadly, many times) to put out campfires carelessly left behind by others. As for the black tank, I have wondered how discretely dumping it in the bush, away from all camp spots, is any different from the guy driving our local honeywagon that empties our septic tank gold on his personal garden. We have never done this, but since we never put any toilet paper into our toilet, opting instead to place it all into a plastic bag and discarding it with our garbage, how would our dumping it in a field or forest be any different from moose scat. Are you guys aware of how many cities actually dump your raw sewage into lakes and rivers on a regular basis? Again, I'm not advocating doing so but let's be realistic. Of course we should all be good stewards of our planet, but in an emergency situation, and given the right spot, I honestly would not hesitate dumping my tanks. Let the bashing begin. * After reading some comments I had to add and pass on this little tidbit of observed wisdom. In our many years of boondocking and campground stays we have seen a lot - good and bad. As we sat in our RV in a small, no service campground looking out over the beautiful scenery we watched as our neighbors packed up and began cleaning their lot. What considerate people, we thought, as we noticed the guy with a small shovel in hand picking up the poop piles from his rather large dog's weekend business excursions. To our horror he began tossing the stinky messes into the fire ring!! OMG!! Into the fire ring ... where the next campers will do their cooking!!! So, you all know that some people pee on the fires and now you know some toss dog poop in there. Lesson to be learned? Carry a small flat ended shovel and clean out any existing fire rings or pits you may use ... always! God only knows what else may have been tossed in there. And discard your pet waste into a garbage bag or toss it way into the bush where it can do no harm. I doubt it makes for a good cooking fire.
We got them on Amazon, they fold up like camp chairs. There is a picture on Amazon that shows them folded up. Here's the link: www.amazon.com/dp/B084T7DRNG?ref=exp_getawaycouple_dp_vv_d
Aren’t there areas in the US where it is legal to dump the grey tank? I’ve seen people do it sometimes in other states (and you are right, it is gross 🤢). But on one occasion, I was privately having a panic attack watching someone dump and people from our group saw my face and made a point to tell me it was legal to dump grey water in that part of the US. 😳
grey tank water is just dirty water and possible soap in it. Nothing worse than washing a car with soap or taking a shower outside. Black tank water is definitely a no, but in some places grey water is fine.
Thanks for the question, and the response. I think it varies in different places. We have seen campground rules that say no tank dumping of either kind due to a environmental rule in the area.
That all makes a lot of sense. Having hiked BLM lands, I have to agree with packing out what you pack in as rule #1. Can't wait to put a decent battery bank in to try this--need to do that because I put in a residential fridge...
There are so many great places to camp there. We use a system from Battle Born and they are great about helping to figure out what you need. You can check them out here: battlebornbatteries.com/?afmc=28
We're at a campground that doesn't have power/water. Basically boondocking. The guy 3 spots down is committing the biggest generator sin: Using a normal generator, not an inverter generator. And yes, it's loud. Thankfully, we left while he was using it. I have a Predator 3500 and it can't be beat for the price. Should last a long time with proper maintenance.
It's amazing how these simple topics are not common sense to so many. I have to use c-pap to sleep and hate having to run my Yamaha over night. Campgrounds are the worst for etiquette
Thanks. All such common sense items yet sadly there is so much abuse &/or ignorance. Frustrating that abuse exist. Oh, and your last minute request at the end for respectful comments. I get it that there are many critical people & reminding them to be mindful in their post ...very sad that your experience has caused you to remind people of social etiquette. As Ellen DeGeneres says “Be kind to one another”; life is a gift and it is short ...be happy. 😇
We do our best to provide good and useful content to help others learn or experience places. There are always negative people - RVers or not, and we just smile and move on. Thanks for the comments! 😊
#9 definitely! BLM is usually wide open and it is SO rude when people park right next to you. I once had to leave because a guy in a giant 5th wheel backed up to almost touching the front of my van so it violated my view and space. The guy refused to pull forward and there was a lot of room. It is basically bullying people out of a spot. Inverter generator is awesome
If someone had done that to me , I would have fired up my loud Generator and put it as close to that rig as possible, then I would have kept it running all day and night !
It always amazes me how inconsiderate people can be. I've been to many boondocking sites where I've hade to clean up prior to setting up myself. Though we have to remember that the people who are so undisciplined to leave their trash and so forth are really a small percentage of campers and RVers, I'd say less than 5%.
I'm probably the only one who noticed this, but Jason should have probably have chosen a less worn pair of jeans for this video. Otherwise a great video and I totally agree with all 10 points you brought up. It's all (to me, anyway) basic common sense and courtesy, but obviously a LOT of folks lack both. I've tent camped on BLM lands many times and some of the messes I've found left behind by previous campers is just horrendous and appalling.
😂 The jeans! Can't you buy them brand new looking like these? 😂 Glad you like the video. It's sad that the common sense is so lacking. Thanks for watching Lora!
Public land open to us as recreation areas for activities like boondocking. Bureau Land Management (BLM) lands offer an incredible opportunity for free RV parking in some spectacular places. Here's a link to a blog we wrote a while back that contains some links with more information: www.getawaycouple.com/blm-boondocking-rules/
gas generators are completely unnecessary. you just dropped 50-100k on an RV. Spend a few more and kit it out with solar generation and a fat inverter. and you dont need electricity to make coffee. I know I know - everybody do what they do. but it seams silly to shell out a wad and then cheap out. Like the dude with the high zoot porsche dumping the cheapest low octane gas he can find in it.
Hey Jeff, could you please provide a link? We couldn’t find anything about this on the Department of Interior’s website. If this is true, we would very much like to learn more. Thank you!
@@GetawayCouple it was a extract memo under enhancement of public access stating fee areas would be expanded to dispersed areas and closure to open access. Due to being past current 2019-2022 budget proportioning it wont probably be sited again until next budgetary session.
Hi Gang! A ton of you have been asking about our chairs! We do LOVE these chairs and highly recommend them. You can get them off of Amazon here: amzn.to/3s38eZs
Additional Resources mentioned in this video:
BLM Boondocking Rules: gtwy.to/37czvAO
11 Rules for Boondocking on National Forest Land: gtwy.to/3tRL61U
Portable Waste Tote (Blueboy): amzn.to/2Zg52NZ
Our generator: amzn.to/3d9qEnn
Very good advice. 11. Don't play loud music after quite time. 12. Pick up after your pet. I have plenty more but these seem to happen the most. Lol. Love the chairs.
Thanks for sharing! Thanks so much! We are loving them. We got them here if you are interested: amzn.to/3qrTzXq
Something I have done a few times is, if there is a sawmill in the area or a logging operation, check with them. They will usually let you have some scrap slabs or branches too small for them to use. One logging guy even cut the branches into firewood size pieces for us.
Oh what a great idea David! Thanks for sharing!
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Chills me to think so many areas could be closed and off limits by the time I retire, acquire a rig and get out there. Thanks for spreading the word. Leave no trace is so important and respectful of the next to arrive. Take care guys
Exactly, which is why we like to share this kind of info. Thanks for watching Bill! 😊
I truly believe you got it right. Those are the rules that matter. However, our family would also like to bring up; picking up after your pets. The last thing people want to do, is to go boondocking and find the perfect spot full of dog waste... NO, you don't have to pick up everything, but animal waste can make the area uninhabitable... So consider leaving the area better than you found it and that includes pet waste.... Keep up the great work guys... You are the best...
Valid point❗ Great comment - thanks for watching! 😊
Thank you for number five. Many people dont realize that in many places you cant even use deadwood because insects and other wildlife depend on it.
You guys are good ambassadors for boondocking and camping in general. Etiquette towards others would go along way in making everything better.😀
Thanks Bob. We love to share and try to educate. Thanks for watching! 😊
We need more people like you! Common sense has been lost for some humans.
Aww thanks for the comment! 😊 We do what we can to try and help educate people.
Thanks for addressing the issue of trash in this video. I find it to be one of the most difficult problems for full timers out boondocking. You can’t take it home with you.When spending weeks boondocking last year, we didn’t see any videos on the subject of what to do with our trash. It is very disappointing to find other people’s trash out in the wilderness. In one town we were able buy prepaid trash bags that we could take to the dump when full. At another place, in Utah, I asked at a gas station if I could use their dumpster.
That's a great idea - thanks for sharing!
Those chairs look super comfy
We are loving them! If you are interested in them, here's the link: amzn.to/3qrTzXq
These are great topics. I keep trying to pay close attention, but then I see those super comfy looking chairs and keep wondering where ya'll got those lol Nicely done guys!
Thanks guys! We love the chairs! Here's the link: amzn.to/3qrTzXq
All you'll do is leave them in the snow.....LOL
@@captainkirk8806 That was one time!! 😂
Great tips! Definitely all worth knowing and putting into practice. Trash is definitely the number one thing we have come across while boondocking as well. These things will ensure we can all continue to enjoy boondocking for many years to come!
Absolutely!!
Another GREAT video and another reason why all kids should go into scouting OR at least the family should go camping every year. These things are taught and you do it without even thinking about it, such as Pack in, pack out, leave it cleaner than you found it, latrines, etc. Yes, I was a Den mother and then a Asst. Scoutmaster of my son's Boy Scout troop. Lot's of fun was had! Now, I"m a granma who can't camp "out" like I used to, and have a 5th wheel... that's what I get for laughing at people in RV's now I AM the person in the big RV and calling it "camping'! *shrug*
Great points! So happy you have your 5th wheel so you can still enjoy it!! Thanks for watching! 😊
So wish all new RV’s came with a pamphlet or brochure detailing these and normal campground etiquette.
That would be great and even better if everyone would read it! 😊
11. Be mindful of where the washes are located. And keep an eye on the weather. Hard pack road could turn into quicksand after a heavy rain. You taught us that lesson 🤠
Well said! You are so right 😊 Thanks for watching!
I appreciate you guys reminding everyone to be good stewards our free camping areas. I’ll never understand why some people just don’t get it or don’t care. I’m also thankful that you leave your sites better than you found them. I wish others would follow your example. By the way, very comfy looking chairs 👍
We try to do what we can Robert by sharing the info. Thanks for the input! We are loving our chairs! We got them here if you are interested: amzn.to/3qrTzXq
We watched this a little while ago and then we lot power so I didn't get to comment. I love this video. You guys are so good together and Jason is rocking the beard we love it. Keep up the good work and stay safe out there.
Thanks so much!! We really appreciate your comments 😊 Safe wishes to you as well.
If you are going to have a campfire, please have two buckets of sand or several gallons of water nearby. If you get a gust of wind, you can set a large area on fire quickly. Just FYI.
Great point Jim, thank you for the input!
We are finally boondocking for the first time. Thanks for all the tips throughout the years. We didn’t think we would make it a week, but now going on over a month!
Have fun! So glad you have tried it and are obviously loving it. It's a new freedom! Thanks for watching and being a part of the Getaway Gang! 😊
Happy Valentine's Day to you too! 💞
Thank you for the tip on the generator. We bought a solar panel and battery pack for our small camper but are looking for a generator!!
Awww Happy Valentine's Day to you as well. That is awesome! We do love the Predator. Have lots of fun 😊
Homeless cant afford a blueboy. Im so glad your showing the problem guys. I love you
Thanks for watching! We do what we can to help educate people and hopefully people learn from what we have discovered. 😊
@@GetawayCouple you guys are awsome. KEEP ROCKIN THE BEARD BROTHER. lol. Love ya
We just moved in to our rig and we haven’t boondock yet. It’s nice to learn this rules. Thank you for sharing. We just got a generator, I’m not too sure how loud it is 😳.
We were hesitant, and once we started boondocking, we love it! Glad you found the info useful. Thanks for watching and enjoy the journey!
I love those comfy looking chairs that you're sitting and I need to get some new ones myself thanks for the video really good info👍👍
Thanks so much for watching! We love the chairs! If you are interested, here's the link for the chairs: amzn.to/3qrTzXq
@@GetawayCouple 👍
Saw them at Costco today.
@@boonelipsey5393 I bought mine from Costco 4 years ago and love them
Thanks for the link on amazon for you comfy chairs !
No problem!! We love them!
Hello it is incredible we have the same problems here in Australia. I still cannot work out how educated humans can be so feral! Great video. Stay Safe from your Aussie nomad friends 🤗
It's crazy! Thanks for watching Gail, our Aussie nomad friend! Stay safe and have fun! 🥰
Great tips! Love the beard Jason! And those chairs, look so comfy!
Thanks so much! We are loving them. We got them here if you are interested: amzn.to/3qrTzXq
Can hardly wait to boondock. Because im 62. Lol. Love you guys
Thanks for the lift.
KEEP ROCKIN THE BEARD BROTHER. Lol. Ill be watching.
We waited a while before trying it and now we love it! Hope you get to try it soon!
@@GetawayCouple hope to c you out there someday. Were getting ready to retire. Lol
These are very great tips on how to boondock properly. Glad you did this video. Thank you. Oh by the way I saw you both in the Brazen Brits video from last year! Stay safe wherever you may be. Safe travels. See you soon.
Awesome! Thank you!
We love your channel. You guys are real and show the good and the bad. We know that the Rv life is not all fun like other people make it look. We sure do appreciate you and we look forward to all seeing a lot more episodes.
Awww, thanks so much! We do try to keep it real 😊 We try to put a video out every Sunday, so be sure to subscribe to keep up with us!
@@GetawayCouple we subscribed after the 1st video and hit the bell lol. Look forward to your weekly videos. Keep doing what you’re doing. We love watching you guys!!!!
It is too bad I didn’t see this video before we created ours. You have similar tips, but a unique spin. New subscribers here. Thank you for sharing.
Awesome! Thank you! Welcome to the Getaway Gang!
Jason is really rocking his beard. He looks rugged and ready to boondock 👍
😂 Oh the beard comments! We will see how long it lasts! 😂
Love the beard! Thanks for the very conscientious advice.
Thanks Lecia and thanks for watching!!
Good tips. Hopefully newbies will watch this. You pretty well covered it. We love backpacking, and boondocking.
Awesome, thank you!
Thumbs up! Cause we have the same chairs! lol, Great video, just found your channel, great job guys! Loose dogs are our #1 "pet" peeve, hope to full time soon!
Awesome! Thank you! We put a video out every Sunday so be sure to subscribe!
Good information
Thanks ao much and thanks for watching 😊
I am glad you guys talked about this hopefully everyone knows. But just in case they don't thinks for letting me know about this. Love you guys and be safe out there ❤.
Thanks so much Phil! Just trying to "educate" and get the word out. Safe travels to you as well. 😊
I do have the predator generator and that thing is so quiet you won’t be able to hear 50 foot away. Even though I have a battery bank I just use it when I want 110 power
Love it!
Great advice, enjoyed your presentation.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching! 😊
It's important to be aware of local burn-bans 👍
Absolutely!
Okay, I watched the video, but the whole time I was thinking where did they get those chairs?
We asked the same thing
LOL 😆
They have them linked in their amazon affiliate store
Thanks for asking! Here's the link: amzn.to/3qrTzXq
@@GetawayCouple Thank You🙏
great topic...good points...love the out takes...be safe and always have fun
Thanks 👍 we appreciate it!
I like to set up a big BBQ station with wood pit and Buffett for the other boondockers! Live country band and target shooting contest.
NICE!!!!! It's so much fun!
Saw you guys at Gunsight Wash near Why AZ. I also have a Solitude, really like mine.
Nice! We love ours! Hope you liked it there!
Great video guys!!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching! 😊
Hey would you guys ever consider doing a video on the reliability of your Ram pickup truck so far?
That's a great idea - we will add it to the list and see what we can do!
@@GetawayCouple Thanks! 😊
Great points! Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
YES, GOOD RULES
Thanks Tim! 😊
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it
As simple as these rules may sound, people are pretty bad about taking care of nature. As a conservation officer I cite people frequently for violating the rules you have listed. Thanks for the video.
I bet that can be a tough job! We try to do our part and hopefully help educate others or at least make them think. We all have to take care of our nature and beautiful country!
Great list!
Glad you think so!
Great PSA! Sadly the people that are not good campers, don’t watch these type of videos.
Wife wants to know where to buy those camping chairs.
Valid point, but all we can do is try to get it out there. We love our chairs and got them here: amzn.to/3qrTzXq
I'm sure you have said it before or in this thread but too many comments to go through. What are those chairs WOW
No problem! Didn't think to link it in the description. We are loving them! If you are interested in them, here's the link: amzn.to/3qrTzXq
@@GetawayCouple ita coming up as a normal purchase not in your Amazon store ??? Just want to make sure you get the credit your due
@@ericskelton1438 That is our affiliate link so it should be working. Here's another one just in case. And I just noticed they went on sale, score! amzn.to/3bmtFON
Thank you for this! I think the only thing I would add is about pets... being mindful of your dog off leash if other people camp nearby. 🐾❤️
Yes! I was going to add that one too! I have a bully breed and she is ALWAYS on a leash. Many times other unleaded camper dogs come running to us. Very frustrating.
Totally agree! Thanks for the input from both of you 😊
Good topics. I think as more people use RVing as a home vs evolving from Camping, the basic rules were not built.
Good point Diana! Thanks for watching! 😊
I totally agree. People should be handed a rulebook with RV purchase.
Very Nice and Polite video..... Question? I have not used my camper in other than a camp ground yet.....but do plan to boondock..... I have heard others say they will let their grey water go (not black).... Yes! or No! in boondocking areas....
We have heard that too and we have also heard that regulations about it vary from place to place. Some say it's no different than washing your car, because it's just water and soap. You cannot dump it on BLM land for sure.
Some good tips and I certainly can relate to a few of your comments. One question - does your propane fire drain the tanks very quickly?
No it lasts pretty well. Probably no more than using a grill would.
You guys have fabulous content. I look forward to your videos each week. I would love to know more about what Jason is doing to automate the rig.
Thanks for the compliment and thanks for watching! We have been asked for more on the automating subject so it is on our list!
If I'm using biodegradable soap, is it OK to dump some gray water on the ground?
U all are awesome!! 🥰
Thank you so much 😀
Jason's beard is looking tight! We are loving the camp chairs.
We are very interested in boondocking. We found this vid super informative.
Who do you guys determine how far into the BLM land do you go?
Lou & Angie
Awesome! Thank you! It really just varies. If we are caravaning with friends we usually just let them pick the spots and follow them. Thanks for watching! I don't know if you subscribe on our website, but this is a blog we did on essentials of boondocking, but we have several blog articles on there as well. www.getawaycouple.com/bare-necessities-for-boondocking/
Awesome top 10. We are supposed to be higher life forms.....we shouldn’t act like a lower one.
Great comment! Thanks for watching!
How is dumping and dispersing your grey water tank into the bushes any different from using your outdoor shower, or tent campers washing their dishes over the ground? Or relieving themselves in the bush? We have actually used our grey water (sadly, many times) to put out campfires carelessly left behind by others.
As for the black tank, I have wondered how discretely dumping it in the bush, away from all camp spots, is any different from the guy driving our local honeywagon that empties our septic tank gold on his personal garden. We have never done this, but since we never put any toilet paper into our toilet, opting instead to place it all into a plastic bag and discarding it with our garbage, how would our dumping it in a field or forest be any different from moose scat. Are you guys aware of how many cities actually dump your raw sewage into lakes and rivers on a regular basis? Again, I'm not advocating doing so but let's be realistic.
Of course we should all be good stewards of our planet, but in an emergency situation, and given the right spot, I honestly would not hesitate dumping my tanks.
Let the bashing begin.
* After reading some comments I had to add and pass on this little tidbit of observed wisdom.
In our many years of boondocking and campground stays we have seen a lot - good and bad.
As we sat in our RV in a small, no service campground looking out over the beautiful scenery we watched as our neighbors packed up and began cleaning their lot. What considerate people, we thought, as we noticed the guy with a small shovel in hand picking up the poop piles from his rather large dog's weekend business excursions. To our horror he began tossing the stinky messes into the fire ring!! OMG!! Into the fire ring ... where the next campers will do their cooking!!!
So, you all know that some people pee on the fires and now you know some toss dog poop in there. Lesson to be learned? Carry a small flat ended shovel and clean out any existing fire rings or pits you may use ... always! God only knows what else may have been tossed in there. And discard your pet waste into a garbage bag or toss it way into the bush where it can do no harm. I doubt it makes for a good cooking fire.
Could you tell me the name of your chairs? I love them
They are MacSports club chairs and we love them! Here's the link: www.amazon.com/dp/B084T7DRNG?ref=exp_getawaycouple_dp_vv_d
If you can pick this up locally it is $177 cheaper at Harbor Freight.
Thanks Mike!
Where did you get the chairs in this video....they look really comfortable...also, how compact are they for storage?
We got them on Amazon, they fold up like camp chairs. There is a picture on Amazon that shows them folded up. Here's the link: www.amazon.com/dp/B084T7DRNG?ref=exp_getawaycouple_dp_vv_d
Leave no trace!
An absolute must!
People should consider personal safety when boondocking as well and know the laws of the state in which you are in...
Absolutely! Great input! Thanks for watching!
do you boondock by yourself or only in groups? have you ever had any security concern?
We have done both. We try to boondock close to others when are alone. That's not always possible. So far, no issues.
Aren’t there areas in the US where it is legal to dump the grey tank? I’ve seen people do it sometimes in other states (and you are right, it is gross 🤢). But on one occasion, I was privately having a panic attack watching someone dump and people from our group saw my face and made a point to tell me it was legal to dump grey water in that part of the US. 😳
grey tank water is just dirty water and possible soap in it. Nothing worse than washing a car with soap or taking a shower outside. Black tank water is definitely a no, but in some places grey water is fine.
Thanks for the question, and the response. I think it varies in different places. We have seen campground rules that say no tank dumping of either kind due to a environmental rule in the area.
That all makes a lot of sense. Having hiked BLM lands, I have to agree with packing out what you pack in as rule #1. Can't wait to put a decent battery bank in to try this--need to do that because I put in a residential fridge...
There are so many great places to camp there. We use a system from Battle Born and they are great about helping to figure out what you need. You can check them out here: battlebornbatteries.com/?afmc=28
Those chairs look so cumfy, where did you get them ?
We got them off Amazon! And we just noticed they are on sale right now, here's the link if you're interested: amzn.to/3bmtFON
We're at a campground that doesn't have power/water. Basically boondocking. The guy 3 spots down is committing the biggest generator sin: Using a normal generator, not an inverter generator. And yes, it's loud. Thankfully, we left while he was using it.
I have a Predator 3500 and it can't be beat for the price. Should last a long time with proper maintenance.
It's tougher in a campground for sure. We have had to fire ours up on occassion, but try to be mindful. Gotta love the Predator!
Do you guys use Boondockers Welcome?]
We sure have!
Honda generator. Super quiet.
Good recommendation - thanks!
Do you run your generator on the new MORryde slide shelf, or do you take it off first?
We have been running it on the tray and it works great!
I am shocked with your battery and inverter set up you can’t make coffee without running your generator! Or was that before your Battle Borns?
Before!
Please be considerate of others in regards to your pet/s.
Great point Lynn!
It's amazing how these simple topics are not common sense to so many. I have to use c-pap to sleep and hate having to run my Yamaha over night. Campgrounds are the worst for etiquette
Great points Michael! Thanks for watching! 😊
Great reminders. Seems like common sense, but unfortunately common sense isn’t always that common 😬
Right you are Bob! 😊
Thanks. All such common sense items yet sadly there is so much abuse &/or ignorance. Frustrating that abuse exist. Oh, and your last minute request at the end for respectful comments. I get it that there are many critical people & reminding them to be mindful in their post ...very sad that your experience has caused you to remind people of social etiquette. As Ellen DeGeneres says “Be kind to one another”; life is a gift and it is short ...be happy. 😇
We do our best to provide good and useful content to help others learn or experience places. There are always negative people - RVers or not, and we just smile and move on. Thanks for the comments! 😊
#9 definitely! BLM is usually wide open and it is SO rude when people park right next to you. I once had to leave because a guy in a giant 5th wheel backed up to almost touching the front of my van so it violated my view and space. The guy refused to pull forward and there was a lot of room. It is basically bullying people out of a spot.
Inverter generator is awesome
Oh sorry to hear about that experience. 😔 Yes the inverter generator is the way to go! Thanks for watching! 😊
If someone had done that to me , I would have fired up my loud Generator and put it as close to that rig as possible, then I would have kept it running all day and night !
It always amazes me how inconsiderate people can be. I've been to many boondocking sites where I've hade to clean up prior to setting up myself. Though we have to remember that the people who are so undisciplined to leave their trash and so forth are really a small percentage of campers and RVers, I'd say less than 5%.
Great comments and great point! Thanks for watching! 😊
I'm probably the only one who noticed this, but Jason should have probably have chosen a less worn pair of jeans for this video. Otherwise a great video and I totally agree with all 10 points you brought up. It's all (to me, anyway) basic common sense and courtesy, but obviously a LOT of folks lack both. I've tent camped on BLM lands many times and some of the messes I've found left behind by previous campers is just horrendous and appalling.
😂 The jeans! Can't you buy them brand new looking like these? 😂 Glad you like the video. It's sad that the common sense is so lacking. Thanks for watching Lora!
It’s not boondocking if you are constantly running a generator. Fastest way to piss people off.
I guess it's just human nature to tell everyone else what to do, and how to do it.
What is BLM land?
Public land open to us as recreation areas for activities like boondocking. Bureau Land Management (BLM) lands offer an incredible opportunity for free RV parking in some spectacular places. Here's a link to a blog we wrote a while back that contains some links with more information: www.getawaycouple.com/blm-boondocking-rules/
gas generators are completely unnecessary. you just dropped 50-100k on an RV. Spend a few more and kit it out with solar generation and a fat inverter. and you dont need electricity to make coffee. I know I know - everybody do what they do. but it seams silly to shell out a wad and then cheap out. Like the dude with the high zoot porsche dumping the cheapest low octane gas he can find in it.
Jason can you please send me a diagram
Have you seen our solar install video? If not, here is the link: ruclips.net/video/TWzLSluEzX8/видео.html
Hahahahahaja funny
Glad you enjoyed it!
In 2023 BLM is shutting down all dispersed camping in all areas only fee areas are remaining open. Info is available on Dept of Interior site.
Hey Jeff, could you please provide a link? We couldn’t find anything about this on the Department of Interior’s website. If this is true, we would very much like to learn more. Thank you!
@@GetawayCouple it was a extract memo under enhancement of public access stating fee areas would be expanded to dispersed areas and closure to open access. Due to being past current 2019-2022 budget proportioning it wont probably be sited again until next budgetary session.
best boon docking rule.....don't boon dock. Rent a cabin.
Boondocking is definitely not for everyone! 😊
Too bad the obvious needs to be stated.
I know, just trying to help educate and remind. Thanks for watching! 😊
Great tips!
Glad it was helpful!