Boondocking Basics
Learn the core concepts of off-grid camping, boondocking, and overnight parking
Boondocking with a Residential Refrigerator
Yes, boondocking with a residential refrigerator is possible. In fact, several boondockers have installed residential refrigerators into their RVs just because they want the larger storage space. However, it will require a constant source of 110-120 volt power which means...
How Many Batteries and Solar to Run a 5,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner?
A small 5,000 BTU portable air conditioner is a popular choice for many RVers and vandwellers who don't already have a roof-mounted system. But how many batteries and solar panels does it take to run a 5,000 BTU portable air conditioner...
How to Fix a Broken Zipper
That $400.00 sleeping bag you bought at REI becomes useless once its Chinese-made zipper breaks. How do you fix a broken zipper? In many cases, you replace the zipper slider. It's almost always poorly-designed zipper sliders that...
How Do I Keep My Camper Warm in the Winter?
Portable propane heaters are by far the most popular choices for keeping your camper warm in the winter. Portable electric heaters are very effective, but require lots of electricity. You can even get a wood burning stove...
How Do You Prepare for Boondocking?
The best way to prepare for boondocking is to just go do it. Start by camping in your RV or vehicle some place where you feel safe, spend a few days, and find out where you need to improve. One of the popular places to do this is at...
Basic Tools You Will Need for Boondocking
This is a comprehensive list of basic tools you will need for boondocking. You may not ever need these tools, but these tools seem to be the most often used in boondocking, offer the most benefit, and may be the ones that will get you out of the most trouble...
Where Do I Refill a Propane Tank?
Most travel centers like Pilot, Flying J, and Loves will offer propane tank refills. These places are ideal for RVers because they offer more space to get their rigs in and out of...
How Long Will a Propane Tank Last While Boondocking?
Most RV boondockers will make a standard 20 pound (5 gallon) propane tank last for about one week, but it's common for experienced boondockers to stretch one out for two weeks. How long your propane tanks lasts while boondocking...
How Much Water Do I Need for Boondocking?
Our rule of thumb is 1-gallon for drinking per person, per day, and one more gallon per day for cooking, washing, and brushing teeth. How much water do you need for boondocking will vary depending on if you're car-camping, or if you...
How Much Bleach to Sanitize an RV Water Tank?
How much bleach to sanitize an RV water tank varies from one cup per 40 gallons of water tank capacity to one cup per 60 gallons, depending on who you talk to. We recommend one cup per 50 gallons, just to make the math easier...
