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Fun Bird Awareness Days of the Year
Fun Bird Awareness Days of the Year We love all things nature related! Our favorite activity while at home or while RV Camping is Bird Watching! There are many "birding" days throughout the year and we don't want to miss any but tend to. That is why I created this...
30 Awesome Super Simple Air Fryer Cheating While RV Camping Food Ideas
Introduction to the 30 Awesome Super Simple Air Fryer Cheating While RV Camping Food Ideas Using an Air Fryer to cook super simple meals with RV Camping is absolutely the best way to get a good meal cooked, fast! It is also a great way to make up a fast snack or...
RV Camping with a New Puppy-What You Need to Know
RV Camping with a New Puppy-What You Need to Know There are so many horror stories we have heard of things that have happened to pet owners who take their dogs RV camping for the first time. Believe me, we get it! We currently have 6 chihuahuas ranging from 2 years to...
Top 10 RV Camping Hobbies and Entertainment to Explore
Top 10 RV Camping Hobbies and Entertainment to Explore RV Camping is fun no matter what you are doing, but sometimes you need a little extra fun after a while! We have gathered the best and listed them as our Top 10. We want to share with you the Top 10 RV Camping...
Join Us for Global Bird Weekend Fun!
Join Us for Global Bird Weekend Fun! Bird watching has become a fun way to entertain the family, which was especially true during the stay-at-home Covid-19 times. People became more aware of their surroundings right at home and found a new love for bird watching. Are...
The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Perfect TV for Your RV
The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Perfect TV for Your RV Whether you just bought an RV and are needing to purchase an additional TV for the bedroom or purchased a used RV that didn’t include a TV, deciding between the numerous brands, styles, and options that are...
7 Reasons Why THIS is the Best Portable Barbecue Grill for RV Camping!
7 Reasons Why THIS is the Best Portable Barbecue Grill for RV Camping! We needed to purchase a new Portable BBQ Grill to use with our Motorhome for when we get to go RV Camping again. We researched MANY barbecue grills trying to find the best barbecue grill for RV...
7 Super Simple Summer Salad Recipes for RV Camping
How to Make These Super Simple Summer Salad Recipes for RV Camping Is there anything that tastes better than a nice cold salad in the middle of a hot summer day? Not for us! However, we do not want to spend time in the RV kitchen making a bunch of food either! So,...
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The 12 Important Steps for Towing an RV Safely [Bonus Important Safety Tips for Towing a Boat with a Truck Camper and How to Back Up an RV Trailer]
Hey everybody, Mark here along with Angie to tell you about The 12 Important Steps for Towing an RV Safely with 2 Bonuses of Important Safety Tips for Towing a Boat with a Truck Camper and How to Back up an RV Trailer! Understanding and following these safety tips...
How to Easily Change Out the Door Lock on an RV
How to Easily Change Out the Door Lock on an RV As part of the SOWLE RV series "What You Need to Know NOW to be a Safe RVer", this is also part of our Maintenance and Safety series, and we are going to show you How to Easily Change Out the Door Lock on an RV. We are...
Proper Formalities to Follow When RV Camping in a Campground
Proper Formalities to Follow When RV Camping in a Campground With all the craziness in the world right now (in addition to the “normal craziness”) we thought it would be a great time for all of us to reset and get a grip on the spoken and unspoken rules of RV Camping....
Top 15 Funny Quotes About RV Camping with Dogs
Top 15 Funny Quotes About RV Camping with Dogs RV Camping with dogs is a blast! We know, we go RV Camping with the SOWLE RV Chihuahua 6-Pack! Over our many years of camping, we have heard numerous Sayings and Quotes About Camping with dogs. Here are our Top 15 Funny...
Tips for Entertaining in the RV on Road Trips
Tips for Entertaining in the RV on Road Trips We have taken many roads trips in our Motorhome. Although we enjoy the scenery most of the time, sometimes we get a little bored of just driving on the highway. We decided to make a list of things we enjoy doing together...
5 Tips on How to Spring Clean Your RV
5 Tips on How to Spring Clean Your RV Spring is right around the corner! Just like it’s the best time to begin Spring Cleaning your home, now is the also the time to be thinking about Spring Cleaning you RV inside and out! As I think about that, I now realize...
The Difference Between an RV Park Campground and Resort
The Difference Between an RV Park Campground and Resort Knowing and understanding the difference between an RV Park, RV Campground within a Park, and an RV Resort can be very confusing. Unfortunately, some OWNERS don’t know the difference when they list their...
7 Super Simple Traditional Snacks for RV Camping Sure to Please All
Are you looking for ideas for snacks for RV Camping? Well look no further! We have 7 Super Simple Traditional Snacks for RV Camping that are sure to please all! Check them out below and let us know which is YOUR favorite! 1. Loaded Sheet Pan Nachos Lightly...
Essential Tools for All RV Camping Seasons
Essential Tools for All RV Camping Seasons Many people like to extend their RV Camping time into the winter months like we do. If you’re one of those people who want to give winter camping a try, one thing that is a necessity when RV Camping in the cold winters or...
How to Replace RV Awning Material
How to Replace RV Awning Material The awning material on our Class C Motorhome, aka the SOWLEMOBILE, was dry and rotten. Therefore, it was an absolute must for us to be Replacing RV Awning Material. We wanted to share wit you how to replace RV Awning Material. ...
RV Bathroom Renovation and Remodel
RV Bathroom Renovation and Remodel In a used RV, one of the absolute WORSE things to have to deal with is the RV Bathroom Renovation and Remodel. UGH! YUCK!!! This RV Motor Home was no exception! Removal of Old Toilet The bathroom is the second to last...
RV Living Room Makeover
RV Living Room Makeover The living room is the first thing you see when walking into our new-to-us motor home. The first time I walked into it I wanted to throw away what might have been the ugliest home conversion of a sofa made in all of time. This motorhome didn’t...
RV Bedroom Makeover in 7 Easy Steps
RV Bedroom Makeover in 7 Easy Steps Remodeling our RV Bedroom was one of the easiest parts of the renovation process with our used Motorhome. In comparison to completely Replacing an RV Roof and a complete Front Cab Rehab of a Motorhome, I’m sure you can understand...
RV Kitchen Makeover
RV Kitchen Makeover The kitchen in an RV tends to be one of our favorite areas, probably because that’s where we spend A LOT of our time, LOL! We are not used to having a HUGE kitchen in our Travel Trailer; however, it is MUCH larger than the one we have in our...
How to Replace an RV Roof
How to Replace an RV Roof As a lot of you are aware, we bought this motorhome thinking there was minor damage in the cab. It’s the ugly side of purchasing a used RV. While doing the Front Cab Rehab of a Motorhome, I kept it indoors for a period of about a month. I...
How to Rehab the Front Cab of a Motorhome
How to Rehab the Front Cab of a Motorhome We bought this motorhome thinking it may have a little water damage in the corners. We never imagined we would be doing a Front Cab Rehab of a Motorhome! Before I get into the details of the Front Cab Rehab, I need to give a...
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RV Toilets Everything You Need to Know [Including How to Fix a Clogged RV Toilet with a Poop Pyramid] and the Best Toilet Paper and Totes to Use
RV Toilets Everything You Need to Know [Including How to Fix a Clogged RV Toilet with a Poop Pyramid] and the Best Toilet Paper and Totes to Use We are having some serious (and not so serious) RV Toilet Talks. We will discuss the black tank, replacing an RV Toilet,...
How to Remove Stains from RV Ceiling Fabric
How to Remove Stains from RV Ceiling Fabric “Fabric on an RV Ceiling. REALLY?” I had honestly never heard of such a thing until we purchased our 2nd RV, a Motor Home, with a Fabric Ceiling! I had a hard-enough time trying to keep carpet clean on the floors so the idea...
How to Remove and Replace RV Flooring
How to Remove and Replace RV Flooring This was my thought process when starting: First of all, I thought we had some condensation and water stains from a previous leak. I anticipated just doing some updates and a couple renovations. Above all, the first thing was...
RV RENOVATION REMODEL AND MAKEOVER OH MY!
RV RENOVATION, REMODEL, AND MAKEOVER, OH MY! While researching all the new RVs coming out, we realized again how blessed we are that we have a newer RV Travel Trailer for extended RV Camping Trips! However, we are also blessed to have an older RV Motor Home that we...
10 Tips on How to Protect Your RV with Proper Annual Maintenance
10 Tips on How to Protect Your RV with Proper Annual Maintenance I am sure you have heard, either from the Dealer you purchased your RV from or from other RV’ers, that it is very important to keep up on the maintenance of your RV. If you haven’t heard that from...
7 Super Simple RV Camping Recipes Part 2
7 Super Simple RV Camping Recipes Part 2 We are always looking for ways to make cooking in the RV easier and fast, which is why I was determined to find the best recipes to get it done so I can enjoy RV Camping with the family instead of spending my time cooking all...
The Advantages of the Super Simple Super Pot Skillet for RV Camping
The Advantages of the Super Simple Super Pot Skillet for RV Camping Have you ever been RV Camping when it just started pouring down rain while you are grilling? How about it being too cold to grill outdoors? We have for sure, and we were very thankful to have what we...
How to Create a Weekend Warrior RV Camping Meal Plan
How to Create a Weekend Warrior RV Camping Meal Plan [Recipes Included] We enjoy taking extended RV Camping trips as often as we can, however, sometimes we only have a weekend to get away. Spending time cooking and grilling the entire time is not something we wish to...
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You Need an RV EMS [Why A Surge Protector Isn’t Enough]
You Need an RV EMS [Why A Surge Protector Isn’t Enough] Do you have a Surge Protector for your RV? It might surprise you to hear that an RV Surge Protector isn’t enough to save your RVs Electronics and Appliances. Do you want to learn how to save your RV’s Electronics...
A Better Connection While RV Camping in Nature
A Better Connection While RV Camping in Nature Do you Disconnect from all those devices and reconnect with your family on a regular basis? If you don’t, maybe it’s something you should consider. RV Camping is a great way to do just that! Get away from all the...
How to Setup a Device for Streaming TV While RV Camping
This article is an UPDATE to our original article TV While RV Camping. We have had many people tell us how happy they are with the Apple Device that we suggested and how it allows them to watch TV While RV Camping! However, we have also received MANY...
#1 Way to Get TV While RV Camping
Why do you need TV while RV Camping? TV while RV Camping? WHY? YOU'RE CAMPING! First of all, we don’t watch much TV while RV Camping, however, when it’s too cold to go out or too rainy, things change. Furthermore, there are so many games you can play!! ...
Our Favorite Meal While RV Camping
Our Favorite Meal While RV Camping OK, so we are going to make this short and sweet! Our Favorite Meal While RV Camping is Smoked Pork, Smoked Barbecued Baked Beans, Simple Coleslaw, and a crisp dill pickle. Finish it off with a bowl of Simple Peach Crunch and I am...
Funny Things Seen and Heard While RV Camping Part 2
Funny Things Seen and Heard While RV Camping Part 2 Well we told you there would be more funnies after our article on “Funny Things Seen While RV Camping Part 1-‘Cause We All Know There WILL BE MORE!” There HAVE been more and even more of them tend to be OUR FAMILY...
How to Keep the Sun Off Your RV Camping Site with an RV Awning Sunshade Screen
How to Keep the Sun Off Your RV Camping Site with an RV Awning Sunshade Screen The sun is out, and its beautiful outside! You want to be outside enjoying it, but the afternoon sun is beating down on the front of your RV so much that you feel stuck inside or risk a...
Exploring the State of Kansas and Its Parks
Exploring the State of Kansas and Its Parks Kansas is a beautiful state for RV Camping adventures. There is so much to do and so much history to observe and learn about! Let’s get to Exploring the State of Kansas from an RV Camping state of mind! ~Travel TO Kansas Not...
Organize Your Travel Goals with the SOWLE As You GOAL Free Printable Travel Binder Pages
Organize Your Travel Goals with the SOWLE As You GOAL Free Printable Travel Binder Pages SOWLE RV is excited to announce our new Travel Binder! The SOWLE As You GOAL FREE Printable Travel Binder Pages are available now! What Do the Acronym’s Stand For?...
7 Amazing National Park Pass Options
7 Amazing National Park Pass Options The America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass allows your vehicle entrance into over 2,000 federal sites within the United States! Furthermore, there are a few different National Park Pass Options to...
5 Essential Steps of Planning for an Epic RV Camping Trip
5 Essential Steps of Planning for an Epic RV Camping Trip It’s no secret I have OCD. I must have a plan. I am really trying to teach myself the rule to “live in the moment” but it’s going to be a long journey to learn that rule! The plans I make can fall apart in so...
5 Best RV Camping Membership and Individual State Park Pass Options
5 Best RV Camping Membership and Individual State Park Pass Options If you go camping very often at all, an RV Camping Membership may be something you should consider. We have always gotten a state park camping pass each year because we knew we would be camping mostly...
The Silent Killer in an RV
Recently, I was watching ABC World News Tonight with David Muir. There was a story that absolutely broke my heart and has been weighing on me since I watched it. That’s why I decided I must publish an additional article on RV Camping Safety with a focus on The Silent...
How To Safely Leave Your Pet in an RV Alone
How To Safely Leave Your Pet in an RV Alone (For A Short Time) We see these questions asked all the time on Social Media… “How do we keep our pets safe while RV Camping”? “Is it safe to leave our pets in an RV alone”? “What if the power goes out while we...
Top 12 RV Safety Tips You Need to Know Now
Top 12 RV Safety Tips You Need to Know Now! Ensuring your family’s safety within an RV should be your number one priority. The following items will keep you safer and give you peace of mind while RV Camping. Here are the Top 12 RV Safety Tips You Need to Know Now that...
What You Need to Know BEFORE Purchasing a Used RV
What You Need to Know BEFORE Purchasing a Used RV Searching for a used RV can be a daunting task. Believe me, WE KNOW! We recently told you about Why We Purchased a 2nd RV and then updated you with The Ugly Side of Purchasing a Used RV! However, when you finally find...
The Ugly Side of Purchasing a Used RV
The Ugly Side of Purchasing a Used RV First, back in February, we announced that we purchased a 2nd RV and explained WHY we did this; especially since we had already found Our Perfect RV in a Travel Trailer! Well, as things usually go when purchasing anything used,...
WHY WE PURCHASED A 2ND RV
WHY WE PURCHASED A 2ND RV When you think about how much value a brand-new RV loses as soon as you drive it off the lot, it may make you question if you’re not better off purchasing a used RV. But where do you start? Who do you trust? What do you know about purchasing...
How to Document RV Camping Memories
How to Document RV Camping Memories Oh, the memories of family vacations! There are so many ways to save those memories from each vacation you take. We have tried many different ways and are sure that you will be able to find just the right way to start documenting...
13 Must-Have Accessories for Your RV Microwave
13 Must-Have Accessories for Your RV Microwave My awesome friend told me about these new Microwave Products when she was here to visit. She thought they might be something I would be interested in trying while RV Camping. Heck, if they’re easy to use in the microwave,...
How to Use an RV Oven Without Burning EVERYTHING!
How to Use an RV Oven Without Burning EVERYTHING! Many people we have spoke with tell us that they do not ever use their RV Oven. When asked “why?”, the usual response is “everything comes out burnt”! Don’t be afraid to use your RV oven! You can use it without burning...
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How to Easily and Effectively Organize Your RV Kitchen [25 Awesome Ideas]
How to Easily and Effectively Organize Your RV Kitchen We love RV Camping and have for so many years, however, one of the main struggles we have had for all those years was storage and organization. We are always looking for ways to get rid of all the clutter,...
RV Camping Severe Weather Awareness Part 4
RV Camping Severe Weather Awareness Part 4 ~Our Stories Part 4~ This is our 4th article about RV Camping Severe Weather Awareness. These are our stories of things we have either witnessed or been through. We hope that our “lessons learned” will help others to really...
RV Camping Severe Weather Awareness Part 3
RV Camping Severe Weather Awareness Part 3 ~Our Stories Part 3~ We have taken many RV Camping Trips in our lives. Most of them occur with no problems and no weather related issues. However, there have been a few travel adventures we have taken that have resulted in...
RV Camping Severe Weather Awareness Part 2
RV Camping Severe Weather Awareness ~Our Stories Part 2~ Severe weather preparedness/awareness week is in the first part of March in the state of Kansas, where we live. Each state has its own specific time for weather preparedness depending on the type of severe...
RV Camping Severe Weather Awareness Part 1
RV Camping Severe Weather Awareness ~Our Stories Part 1~ Severe Weather Alerts and Knowledge National Weather Service Awareness and Preparedness Every state in the U.S. has weather safety events for the public to gain Severe Weather knowledge as part of the NWS...
Top 20 RV Camping Quotes
Top 20 RV Camping Quotes RV Camping Quotes. You have probably heard or seen them on Facebook or on signs. Well here are our favorites! The Top 20 RV Camping Quotes! 1. There are 2 kinds of people in this world. The kind that like camping and the kind we...
Funny Things Seen While RV Camping Part 1
Funny Things Seen While RV Camping Part 1-‘Cause We All Know There WILL BE MORE! There have been many Crazy, Funny Things Seen While RV Camping over the many years we have camped. Some even come from our own family! RV Camping is a Fun Tradition I have...
How to be Prepared for Cold Rainy Days with Kids in the RV
How to be Prepared for Cold Rainy Days with Kids in the RV Top 10 Indoor Family Camping Themed Games We don’t spend a lot of time inside the RV if the weather is cooperating, however, when RV Camping, you’re bound to end up with a few days of rain or cold weather...
Accessible RV Camping IS Possible for those with Special Needs (See How We Have Done it for Over 20 Years)
Accessible RV Camping IS Possible for those with Special Needs (See How We Have Done it for Over 20 Years) I have said many times that Accessible RV Camping and Music, in general, both play a huge part in our lives. Today was no exception to that regarding the music...
Top 7 Outdoor RV Camping Games
Top 7 Outdoor RV Camping Games “I’m bored”! Most parents hear this from their kids at some point while camping but in our case it’s usually the ADULTS! Haha! So, what better way to spend time with family and friends than to play games! While camping, weather...
Join Us for the Great Backyard Bird Count GBBC
Join Us for the Great Backyard Bird Count GBBC Are you looking for a fun activity while RV Camping or from home? Needing something to entertain the kids during a 3-day weekend in February? We have a great idea for you! The Great Backyard Bird Count GBBC takes place...
Top 15 FREE RV Camping Apps
Top 15 FREE RV Camping Apps Apps in the Technology World provide you with real-time information at your fingertips at any point in time. The RV Camping Apps allow you the same, but when they’re FREE it makes them even better! Here are our favorite Top 15 FREE RV...
Geocaching While RV Camping
Geocaching While RV Camping Geocaching While RV Camping is a great hobby to have! It is a great way for families to participate in a fun activity together no matter the age range! What is Geocaching? Geocaching is a recreational activity that is done...
Chihuahua Health Problems You Need to Know About Before Taking them RV Camping
Chihuahua Health Problems You Need to Know About Before Taking them RV Camping Whether you are a seasoned Chihuahua Pet Owner or a Newbie to the Chihuahua World, one thing is for sure, once you have a Chihuahua in your home, you will be hooked! Chihuahuas are one of...
12 Chihuahua Facts You Need to Know Before Taking them RV Camping
12 Chihuahua Facts You Need to Know Before Taking them RV Camping We love RV Camping and w love taking our SOWLE RV Chihuahua 6-Pack with us RV Camping every single time. However, we have learned t about Chihuahuas and know the likes and dislikes of ours very well....
Experience Spiritual Growth: SOWLE RV’s Top 10 Devotionals and Stories
Experience Spiritual Growth: SOWLE RV's Top 10 Devotionals and Stories I love my daily devotional time. If I miss it, my day tends to just feel “off”. I especially like reading by the fireplace or in our Window Room with my son, Aiden. I read his Daily Devotionals and...
How YOU Can Help Project FeederWatch from Home or While RV Camping
How YOU Can Help Project FeederWatch Our son, Aiden, has special needs and because of those special needs, he received Homebound Services through our school district. A few years ago, one of his teachers began to implement a new program called “n2y” short for News to...
7 Super Simple RV Camping Recipes Part 1
7 Super Simple RV Camping Recipes Part 1 Searching for 7 Super Simple Recipes for RV Camping I really wanted to come up with 7 Super Simple Recipes for RV Camping in the Fall but wanted recipes that could be used all year long because they are so good! I needed a...
Crockpot Cheating While RV Camping
Crockpot Cheating While RV Camping | Recipes: 4 Packet Roast, Philly Cheese Steak, Chicken and noodles, Potato Soup, Stuffed Peppers, and Zesty Stroganoff | I went on a mission to create some of our favorite meals (that usually take a lot of time using the stove top) to be made easily in the Crockpot. This also gave us many more options to have a home cooked meal while camping when the guys couldn’t grill because of weather. | Included are 6 Crockpot Recipes for you to enjoy! | SOWLE RV
Join Us for October Big Day!
Join Us for October Big Day! October Big Day? What is that?? October Big Day is a day dedicated to Bird Watching and Bird Counting in a single day event. Furthermore, it began, obviously in October, for the first time in 2018. Due to the large amount of migration...
How to Go RV Camping with Dogs and Must Haves
How to Go RV Camping with Dogs and Must Haves Camping with dogs, SIX chihuahuas to be exact, sounds SUPER FUN doesn’t it! It doesn’t have to be difficult and we have found quite a few ways to keep them ALL HAPPY! RV Camping with Dogs There are many...
How to Create Inspirational and Motivational Nature Photography
How to Create Inspirational and Motivational Nature Photography Are you interested in learning how to create inspirational and motivational Nature Photography? Well, you have come to the right place! Photography doesn’t have to be difficult to learn. In fact, there...
How to Bird Watch for Beginners
How to Bird Watch for Beginners When we put up our first bird feeder in our backyard, we knew nothing about birds. However, if you feed them, they will come! You will have so much entertainment while watching birds and the great thing about it is ANYONE can enjoy it!...
The Perfect RV: How We Found the One for Us and How You Can Too!
The Perfect RV: How We Found the One for Us and How You Can Too! Recreational Vehicle purchasing. It sounds so easy to just go out and buy one and use it, right? That doesn’t necessarily work for everyone! It certainly did not work for us! It took time, patience and...
Learn Strategies for Successful RV Camping
Learn Strategies for Successful RV Camping Our G.O.A.L. at SOWLE RV is to “Get Out And Live” and explore the world around us. “Learn Strategies for Successful RV Camping for Beginners” is for beginners as well as for those of you who are looking for an improved RV...
Gear Up for Adventure: RV Camping Accessories You Will Love
Gear Up for Adventure: RV Camping Accessories You Will Love! Having what you need when you arrive at your RV Camping Campsite is important. Arriving without something you needed can lead to a large amount stress on what otherwise should and would be a great RV Camping...
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