If you’re planning your first big camping trip with your family, these RV tips will help you make the most of your time. So, load up your new RV from All Seasons RV and start planning your next RV vacation. You’ll love having the freedom to go wherever you please this camping season!
How to Clean the Black Tank
One of the first things you’ll need to do before you head out to the campground is to learn how to clean your black tank. The black tank is what houses all of the black water from your RV’s toilet, and it has to be cleaned regularly in order to prevent bad smells from seeping up into your living space. Most new RVs offer black tank cleaning systems, which help with the process, but you will still need to practice while the tank is clean before you start trying to clean a full tank.
Overpacking is Better than Not Having What You Need
For your first couple of camping trips, it’s better to overpack than to get to the campground and not have what you need. Be sure to bring plenty of tarps in case of rain. Don’t forget the essentials like sheets for the bed, pillows, plates, bowls, and more. Additionally, you want to stock up on RV toilet paper and other essentials that you may not be able to find once you’re at the campground.
Request a Pull-Through Site or Level Site
My next tip is good for first-timers whether you are pulling a travel trailer or driving a motorhome. Getting a pull-through campsite for your first couple of trips is a great idea. This can help you get a feel for how your RV maneuvers and relieve some of the stress of getting into your campsite before you have experience driving the RV. Pull-through sites are exactly what they sound like, you just pull into the site and around, park, and you’re ready to set up your RV.
Don’t Be Afraid to Ask to Move Sites
Don’t be afraid to ask to move sites if you don’t like your location. Some campgrounds have very uniform campsites, with concrete pads, fire pits, and more, while others have a wide variety of campsites with varying accessibility. If you get to your campsite and don’t like the layout or can’t comfortably get the RV into the spot, don’t be afraid to ask to switch.
Ask the Staff About Their Favorite Sites
Another great tip is when you are calling to book your campsite, ask the staff what their favorite campsites are. Most campground employees have specific sites where they will request if they plan a stay, so take advantage of their knowledge of the campground and get a better spot just by asking.
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