Lake Chelan is a four season playground for everyone. For those who live on the ‘Wet’ side of the Cascade Mountains this is where they go to play. Lake Chelan is a beautiful four hour drive from Seattle and in this episode we cover recreational activities, where to find wine, Stehekin, and the best places to RV camp. In the Pitstop, I interview my daughter as we discuss what just makes the perfect S’more.

Imagine drinking great tasting water directly from the tap. Whether you’re a full-time or novice RVer, you know the value of fresh, clean water in your rig. In this episode, I chat with Keith Bernard, CEO of CLEAR2O, one of the leading manufacturers of water filtration systems for RV’s since 2008. We talk about different options and filtration solutions to cover the full spectrum of needs from weekenders to full-timers. In the Pitstop, I share with you about a great little gem of a town in northern Oregon.

Forty one years ago Mt St Helens erupted and created a devastating path of destruction in its wake. I was a six year old boy and still to this day I have vivid memories of this cataclysmic and historical event. In this episode, I share not only my memory of May 18, 1980, but I interview Junelle Kroontje who has been camping with her family for many years around this mountain. She shares with us some great recommendations on where to camp, hikes to take, and places to see. Plus, in our Pitstop, I share 5 tips for making the campsite a little more enjoyable for all.

The greatest Campground Game is not Cornhole, Ladder Ball or even Bocce, but rather the game of Washers. In this episode, we decrypt the history of this American game, discuss the details of game play and share some sporting highlights about what makes this the best game for camping. Plus, in our Pitstop I chat with my son and we discuss the craftsmanship involved in making a Water Weenie — the ultimate water gun.

RV solar solutions are often clouded in mystique and sometimes its limitations are misunderstood. In this episode, we chat with Avanti Lalwani the CEO of Briter Products a manufacturer of RV solar solutions including lithium ion batteries and we clear up just what RV solar can do for your coach. During the Pitstop, we cover what you need to know if your travel plans include taking the Washington State Ferry (WSF).

We chat with Youtuber, The Bourbon Judge as we discuss bourbons and my favorite campfire cocktail, The Old Fashioned. During our pitstop, I share highlights about Kayak Point county park and Campground. Spoiler, it’s a hidden gem located about one hour north of Seattle. Rooted in rich history this campground dates back to over a hundred years ago. This Snohomish county park offers many great activities that are fun for the whole family.

A pop up tent trailer is a great first trailer to get you RV’ing. In this episode we discuss the benefits and some not-so-great things to consider with these types of trailers. We also cover the essential gear you will need to get your pop up tent trailer hooked up at the campground.

Featuring an introduction to your host, Brooks Smothers, while providing a little back history to who he is, why he chose to RV with his family, and answers the question of what makes the Pacific Northwest so special.