Chasing Fish and Rodeos with Stan Cromlish
Stan is a full-time RVer who travels the Pacific Northwest and beyond, chasing the perfect fly fishing waters and the thrill of rodeo life. He shares his journey of adventure, connection, and freedom on the open road while offering practical insights for anyone curious about the RV life from full-time to weekenders. Between casting flies in quiet alpine rivers to experiencing the excitement of the region’s best rodeos, his stories paint a vivid picture of life powered by passion and exploration.
You’ll hear useful RV tips, travel advice, and inspiration to help create your own road-living dreams. Stan shares the top rodeo events, and he even opens up about a few must-visit fly fishing destinations, and his mindset that keeps him moving from one great adventure to the next. So, press play and join the journey.
SHOW NOTES
Episode Show Notes: Chasing Fly Fishing and Rodeos with Full‑Time RVer Stan Cromlish
Introduction to Stan Cromlish – Full‑time RVer traveling the Pacific Northwest and beyond, combining his passions for fly fishing and rodeo.
Life on the Road – How Stan turned remote work into a full‑time RV lifestyle, traveling over 30 states and exploring scenic highways.
RV Journey Highlights – From his first Class C RV to his current 36‑foot Class A motorhome “Birdie B,” fully equipped for adventure.
Learning the Ropes – First‑year challenges including internet connectivity and campground logistics while working remotely on the road.
PNW Campsite in Portland – A road trip stay at Columbia River RV Park in Portland, Oregon plus a fly fishing excursion near Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.
Giving Back on the Road – Stan’s story of helping someone in need while staying at an RV resort outside Portland and what it taught him about travel and kindness.
Fly Fishing Adventures – Getting back into fly fishing, tying flies, guided trips in Yellowstone, and memorable wading experiences on the Deschutes River.
Rodeo Life – From his own rodeo years to attending the Cody Nite Rodeo in Cody, Wyoming codystampederodeo.com+1 and planning for historic events like the Pendleton Round‑Up in Pendleton, Oregon. pendletonroundup.com+1
Booking and Travel Tips – Balancing long‑term campground blocks with spontaneous parking spots, and the value of flexibility on the road.
RV Advice for New Travelers – Stan’s three key pieces of advice: do your homework before choosing an RV, take an RV education course, and read your manuals.
Author Insights – Stan’s nonfiction book about his grandfather plus his RV educational series, available on Amazon, Rolling Smooth: How to Enjoy the RV Life Without Losing Your Cool.
Stan’s Top Takeaways – Adventure, preparation and flexibility are the pillars he uses to live life fully on the road.
Follow Stan on Social Media:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/wanderinggypsyrvlife
Website: https://wanderinggypsyrvlife.com
