RV Texas Y'all Podcast: Recent Episodes
Tom & Stacie, RV Texas Y'all
Hey y'all! Welcome to the RV Texas Y'all podcast! We're Tom and Stacie Langland, Native Texans and full-time RVers. Join us each week as we explore the Great State of Texas and Beyond one campground at a time. We'll share RV park and campground info, RV maintenance and tech tips, road trip stories, Texas history, things to see as you travel and more! We're on a mission to experience life, not just live it. And we're taking you along for the fun!
This week we sit down with our friends, fellow full-time RVing content creators, Mark and Sue from Our Journey in Myles. We always have a blast spending time with them.We hope you have as much fun listening to this episode as we had recording it! For links to everything we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 43 Show Notes on RVAmericaYall.com.Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter to get updates on our newest content: https://rvamericayall.com/newsletter.Check out our videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rvamericayall.Support this Podcast via PayPal!Music Credits: https://www.storyblocks.com/
In this episode, we visit with the new President and CEO of Freightliner Custom Chassis, Kevin Bangston and FCCC's new Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Akbar Ghous.
For links to everything we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 42 Show Notes on RVAmericaYall.com.
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This week we're joined by our friends and fellow full-time RVers Bob and Tracy from Minnesota who follow their curiosity as they explore North America in their motorhome.
Traveling full-time since 2019, Tracy and Bob share resources they use for learning more about the areas they travel in, how they keep up with their travels, tools they use for planning, what a typical travel year looks like for them, and must visit places that they recommend.
They also talk about unexpected challenges they've faced and finds that they have discovered by traveling at a slower pace.
For links to everything we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 41 Show Notes on RVAmericaYall.com.
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This week we're joined by our friends Deanna and Mike, an RVing couple who own and operate a seasonal lodge and motorcoach resort in Wisconsin. They share their RVing story, how they came to own a resort and how their RVing experiences impact their business.
Mike and Deanna share how they became RVers, some of the places they have traveled over the years and what it's like visiting state parks with a 45' long coach.
They also talk about finding the right timing to get into the resort business, what it was like launching a new venture during COVID, how they are working to build a sustainable seasonal business, and how it's all working out so far. Is this the retirement they expected?
Deanna and Mike are a wealth of GREAT information for things to see and do as you are traveling in Northwestern Wisconsin between April and October, including outdoor adventures, festivals, museums, live music, Mom/Pop shops, and all of the unique fun.
To see pictures of Gathering Place Resort and Lodge and links to everything we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 40 Show Notes on RVAmericaYall.com.
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No matter how new or old your RV is. No matter what type of RV you have. No matter how well you take care of your RV. Sometimes things happen. And when something goes wrong, calling the right folks first can save you time, money and a whole lot of stress.
So when things don't go as planned and you find yourself needing assistance, who are you going to call for help?
For tips we forgot to mention and links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 39 Show Notes on RVAmericaYall.com.
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Spring Training Baseball was always on our bucket list. Now we've completed 2 seasons of Spring Training in Florida. We've learned a quite a bit and heard a lot of questions and unexpected experiences from first time visitors. So this week we're sharing our tips for taking in Baseball Spring Training.
For tips we forgot to mention and links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 38 Show Notes on RVAmericaYall.com.
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After years of research, Al and Marilyn from Connecticut chose a 36 foot Grand Design fifth wheel as their full-time home on wheels. In this episode, they share why they chose their RV, their travel adventures, challenges and tips for living on the road.
Marilyn and Al share their downsizing story, what it was like moving from a house into an RV, and how they handle living together in such a small space.
Folks who are interested in what it is like facing medical challenges while traveling should definitely listen to this episode. Marilyn faced a major leg injury just a few months into their full-time journey, thousands of miles from their starting point and on what they consider to be their first "regular" trip as full-time RVers. She underwent surgery and months of therapy, changing their travel plans dramatically and learning to live with limited mobility in their fifth wheel.
Also in this episode: how Marilyn and Al plan their travels, what they do to see family along the way, what has changed about their travel schedule, their favorite things to do as they work their way across the USA, and more.
Just like our recent guests, Joanna and Randy and Eva and TC, Al and Marilyn began RVing just before they became full-time RVers. They've learned a lot and they've seen a lot in just a few short years!
For more information and links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 37 Show Notes on RVAmericaYall.com.
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This week we visit with Eva and TC, full-time RVers from Florida who travel the United States in their motorhome named Sweet Pea. They share their RVing adventures, tips and challenges they've faced since they became full timers back in 2020.
Eva and TC have been traveling in their Newmar Dutch Star 4369 since they became full-time RVers. They ordered their rig specifically for full-time travel. And yes, their travels began during Covid.
In this episode, TC and Eva share how they decided to sell their house to travel, why they chose the Dutch Star as their "first and last" coach, why her name is "Sweet Pea", some of the unusual things that they carry, modifications that they have made to their rig and more. And as a bonus, Eva is a retired accountant who shares how full time travel is working out for them financially.
For more information and links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 36 Show Notes on RVAmericaYall.com.
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This week we sit down with Joanna and Randy, full-time RVers from Kentucky who went from no RV to living full time in their big rig motorhome. They share their story of how they got here and how it's working out so far.
Randy and Joanna have been traveling full-time since 2022. They travel in a 2014 Entregra Anthem Class A diesel motorhome with their 2 large pups (Loretta Lynn and June Carter). They carry their motorcycle and tow a 2-door Jeep.
Hear all about Joanna and Randy's RVing adventures, their travel style, challenges and more in this week's episode!
For more information and links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 35 Show Notes on RVAmericaYall.com.
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This week we sit down with our friend Ron Gustafson, founder, builder, and owner of Jamaica Beach RV Resort to talk about his park in Galveston and the huge announcement his family has made recently regarding a new resort they are developing, Twin Oaks Resort.
We've been visiting Jamaica Beach RV Resort on Galveston Island in Texas every year since 2013. The 3-generation Gustafson / Salois Family founded, developed, built and operate this park. Over the years, we have watched as they have worked tirelessly to build a top destination park on the Texas Gulf Coast.
During our recent stay, the family announced that they have purchased land between Houston and San Antonio (right off of Interstate 10) to develop a new RV resort. Ron shares their plans for the new resort in this episode.
We are very excited to see the "old Texas charm" that will be Twin Oaks Resort. Be sure to scroll down this page to see pictures of the property.
This episode is not complete without a mention of Ron's wife and the matriarch of the Gustafson family, Dora. Dora passed away unexpectedly recently. In the 10 years that we knew her, Dora always had a smile on her face and a focus on hospitality. We miss you Dora.
For more information and links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 34 Show Notes on RVAmericaYall.com.
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This week we sit down with our friends Kelly and JR who travel part-time in their 33' Wildwood travel trailer. They share their adventures, challenges and RV travels.
Both RVers when they were growing up, JR and Kelly's RVing adventures together got off to a very rocky start with a series of near disasters from traffic accidents to tornados. Adding on to that, Kelly lives with an ongoing health condition and you might think they would have given up on RV camping. But not these two! Seven years later, they are still enjoying traveling in their camper.
JR says they are blessed that they are "too hard-headed to give up" and Kelly says their adventures are "like Robin Williams". But anytime they are camping, it is relaxation time. So how do they make time for the adventures? How far do they go? How do they decide what to pack for a trip? And what's coming up for their future travels?
Hear all about Kelly and JR's RVing adventures in this week's episode!
For more information and links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 33 Show Notes on RVAmericaYall.com.
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This week we're joined by our friends Betty and Howard, part-time RVers who travel for months at a time exploring the United States and Canada. But their road trips don't just stop at RV travel. Betty and Howard recently completed a 9,000 mile road trip from Texas to Canada in their Jeep Wrangler!
Of all of our friends (and we are blessed to have many), these two are among the most non-stop, energetic, let's go see it all folks in our lives!
In this episode, Howard and Betty sit down to talk about how they became RVers, how they plan their trips, how those trips have expanded in length and more. They are quickly checking off the US states and Canadian provinces visited and we LOVE hearing about their adventures!
For more information and links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 32 Show Notes on RVAmericaYall.com.
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Every RVer has a unique story. This week on the RV America Y'all Podcast, our friends Buddy and Jeanette share their travel experiences as full-time boaters, full-time RVers and work campers.
For more information and links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 31 Show Notes on RVAmericaYall.com.
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As full-time RVers are lives are full of change. Every day is different, every adventure is unique, and our travel plans change constantly! It is not unusual for us to look back at the end of the year and say "Wow! That didn't play out like we expected." But 2023 held a lot more changes for us than most other years.
In this episode, we talk about the changes we faced this year and how those changes will impact our travels and this podcast.
For more information and links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 30 Show Notes on RVAmericaYall.com.
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Seasonal travel destinations are considered seasonal for a reason. Historically, an overwhelming majority of the area's tourists and part-time residents visit during a particular season. A Colorado ski town's prime season might be Winter. A popular beach town might boom during Summer. Often the popular season revolves around weather. And sometimes the off-season means that most, if not all, of the town's businesses are closed.
The shoulder seasons occur between the off-season and the prime season. These in-between seasons occur in late Spring and early Fall in Northern Michigan (the top of the mitten... just south of the Upper Peninsula).
So what is it like visiting a traditionally seasonal destination during a shoulder season? Were we crazy to visit Northern Michigan in early May?? Listen to this week's episode to find out!
For more information and links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 29 Show Notes.
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This week we're visiting with brothers Craig Rose and Kirk Rose, the founders of Hearthside Grove Luxury Motorcoach Resort in Petoskey, Michigan. We talk about what it was like growing up in Petoskey (a small town in Northern Michigan), their family history of RVing, and how they evolved from making chocolate and ice cream to building a destination Class A motorcoach resort in their hometown.
Craig and Kirk also share a local's perspective on some of the enormous number of fun and interesting attractions that have brought thousands of visitors to this area every summer for more than 125 years...
For more information and links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 28 Show Notes.
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Traveling by RV during the summer is a tradition for generations of Americans. There are definite benefits to RVing in the summer and many reasons why it's so popular. However, there are some challenges to summer travel as well.
This week we're talking all about the good and the bad of Summer RV travel, plus we're sharing tips to stay safe and comfortable while traveling during the summer months.
For links to things we talked about in this episode and a few tips we forgot to mention, check out our Episode 27 Show Notes.
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Every RV rally we've ever attended has it's own personality. The Cajun RV Rally is BIG in personality! This week, we sit down with Don and Sandie Grutzmacher, organizers of the Cajun RV Rally. This rally is held annually in South Louisiana and is a celebration of music, food, culture and all things Cajun. Definitely add this rally to your list of things to do!
For links to things we talked about in this episode and a few tips we forgot to mention, check out our Episode 26 Show Notes.
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A lot of RVers (ourselves included) are attracted to RVing, at least in part, because they want to visit the US National Parks. Over the past several years, we've visited several major National Parks as well as US National Monuments, National Wildlife Refuges, National Seashores, National Recreation Areas and National Historic Sites. Sometimes we've camped inside the national park and other times we've stayed at an RV park or campground outside of the national park.
In this episode, we discuss what you should consider before showing up to RV camp in a US National Park, the benefits of camping inside the park and the benefits of staying outside of the park (yes, there are pluses and minuses to each). We also share some tips and resources that we use to help us make the decision on whether or not to RV camp inside a national park and how we choose a campsite that will fit our Class A motorhome and our needs.
If you'd like to watch some of our National Park experiences (including our campsites), check out our National Parks Video Playlist! (We've embedded 3 of these videos in this episode's show notes... we camped inside Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area and Dinosaur National Monument and outside of Rocky Mountain National Park.)
For links to things we talked about in this episode and a few tips we forgot to mention, check out our Episode 25 Show Notes.
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There is A LOT that we enjoy about full-time RV life! As full-time RVers, we get to experience a seemingly endless stream of beautiful landscapes, interesting places, unique regional flavors, and great people. BUT, with all of the great things about full time RVing, the lifestyle is NOT all rainbows and butterflies. In this episode, we talk all about the challenges we have faced over the past 4 1/2 years as full-time RVers.
For links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 24 Show Notes.
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One of the things we love most about RVing is that we can bring our pets along for the fun. We love having our dog (Star) and our cat (Astro) with us as we travel. But as much as we love them, traveling with pets brings along a unique set of challenges.
We've been RVing with our fur babies (both cats and dogs) for more than 10 years now. We've learned a lot along the way. So this episode is all about RVing with pets: pet health and safety, getting pets used to traveling, and where we keep the litter box!
For links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 23 Show Notes.
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In the last episode, we talked about how we plan our RV travels. But no matter how much you plan and how perfect the trip looks on paper, sometimes things can and do go wrong. So today we're talking about something that RVing has taught us: Over the years, we've learned to expect the unexpected!
Like we mention this week, we've experienced the trifecta of issues that most RVers fear the most...
For links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 22 Show Notes.
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We love to travel by the seat of our pants sometimes, wingin' it as we go and deciding where to stop for the night as we travel. But with the growth in the number of folks RVing over the past several years, trip planning has become more important. In this podcast episode, we share why we plan, how we plan and some of the road trip planning tools that are helpful to us.
For links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 21 Show Notes.
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Big rig, tiny camper, and everything in between, when it comes to RV sizes there is truly something for everyone. But why is RV size something you should pay attention to? In this podcast episode, we discuss why Size Matters when it comes to RVs!
For links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 20 Show Notes.
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In our last podcast episode, we talked all about our ever-growing bucket list. We recently checked off one of our bucket list worthy destinations when we visited beautiful, historic Savannah, Georgia!
We spent a week exploring Savannah, and we quickly learned that 7 days is not nearly enough to fully experience everything that this beautiful and historic city has to offer. So this week, we're talking about our first trip to Savannah: where we stayed in our RV, what we did while we were there, and how we saved money and found a ton of interesting attractions to visit during our stay.
Spoiler Alert: We absolutely LOVED Savannah and will definitely be back!
For links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 19 Show Notes.
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When we became full-time RVers, we thought that we would quickly check items off our bucket list. While that is true to an extent, the reality is that as we have traveled, our bucket list has continued to grow. In fact, like our friend and fellow full time RVer, Deb, says: our Bucket List has become a "Barrel List" because our bucket overfloweth.
In this episode, we're talking all about bucket lists! What makes something bucket list worthy? How do you find these places? Does a place need to be a major icon (like a National Park) to be included on a bucket list? Does it even need to be a place? And how do we plan our travels to check things off of our list?
For links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 18 Show Notes.
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We were RVers for many years before we attended our first RV rally. We had no idea what to expect from a rally, that there were different kinds and sizes of rallies or if an RV rally was worth the time and money. We attended our first RV rally in 2019 and have participated in many since. We have come to really enjoy RV rallies and always look forward to experiencing new rally groups.
In this episode, we discuss the different rallies we have attended, the benefits of each and what types of rallies we plan to sign up for in the future.
For links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 17 Show Notes.
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We are honored to be joined again this week by our friends Brett Davis (Founder, CEO and President) and Angie Morell (National Director of Sales) from National Indoor RV Centers (NIRVC). Brett and Angie and their team recently returned from the Newmar Dealer Meetings getting a first look at the 2023 Newmar Motorhomes lineup. They share their experiences from the event and some of the new features that they are most excited about on the 2023 Newmar motorhomes.
For links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 16 Show Notes.
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We sit down with our good friends, Brett Davis and Angie Morell. Brett is the Founder, President and CEO of National Indoor RV Centers (NIRVC) and Angie is the National Director of Sales. They share some background history on Angie and how she became the YouTube Star and face of NIRVC that we have all come to know and love over the years.
If you have watched motorhome tour videos on YouTube, then you have surely seen Angie's videos. She is every bit as friendly, warm and personable in person as she appears on video. We are proud to call her a friend and we are happy to be customers.
Folks who know that we know Angie often ask us what she is like "in real life". It was so much fun sitting down with Angie and Brett for this episode to learn more about the person behind the videos.
For links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 15 Show Notes.
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This week we're talking about a place that is a Bucket List destination for a lot of RVers... Walt Disney World Resort in Florida... and more specifically, Fort Wilderness Campground. We share our experience with RVing at Fort Wilderness, the campsites, the transportation, the amenities. And we answer the big question: Do we think staying at Fort Wilderness is worth the cost?
For links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 14 Show Notes.
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One of our ongoing goals for years is to live a healthier life. Like many folks, we are always working to take steps to improve our health and hopefully gain active years of life together.
This week, we're sharing some of the steps we have taken over the years to be healthier. We thought that the process would become easier when we became full-time RVers, but that wasn't the case. We still have to work at it every day and make positive, healthy choices. Healthy living is an ongoing process for us and we are certainly not perfect. But in this episode, we talk about some of the healthy choices that work for us.
For links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 13 Show Notes.
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If we have learned anything from our almost 3 complete years as full-time RVers, it is to embrace change.
Our plans change ALL the time and for a lot of different reasons. In this episode, we talk about some of those changes, what we've learned and why embracing change is just part of the adventure for RVers.
For links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 12 Show Notes.
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This week, we introduce you to our friend, Jason Mabie, also known as The Headlight Guy! Jason is a great RV technician with over 20 years of experience in the industry. He is part of the team at Master Tech RV Custom Coach and Marine in Elkhart, Indiana. Since the age of 16 years old, Jason's passion has been headlights. And today, amongst his many RV related skills, Jason Mabie is the Headlight Guy.
We talk with Jason about how he became so interested in headlights and how he has become an expert in RV headlight replacement and customization. He also shares the importance of good headlights, even for those of us who prefer not to drive at night, and the difference between standard RV headlights and aftermarket upgrades.
As we mentioned in this episode, this is NOT a paid endorsement. We paid Master Tech RV for all of the recent modifications to our 2021 Newmar New Aire (including new headlights handbuilt by Jason!). We are extremely happy with the thoroughness and attention to detail that Jason and the staff at Master Tech RV have given to us and our motorhome.
In our Texas Tidbit this week, Stacie talks about the official and not-so-official symbols of Texas (including some submitted by our audience).
And in Tom's ABCs of RVing: H is for Hula Skirt?!?
To see more on these topics, including links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 11 Show Notes.
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This week, we sit down to visit with Tim and Austin Klenk, father and son team at Master Tech RV Custom Coach and Marine in Elkhart, Indiana. We first met Tim and Austin when we attended their seminar at the FMCA Rally in Minot, North Dakota back in 2019. From that point forward we knew they were the right folks to install our dream RV solar and lithium battery system.
Fast forward a couple of years and here we are at Master Tech RV having an extreme solar and lithium system installed on our Newmar New Aire 3343. How extreme is the system that the Master Tech RV team is building for us? Tim and Austin explain some of the details in this episode, so make sure you hit the play button and check it out.
To see more on these topics, including links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 10 Show Notes.
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Where the heck have we been?? LOL It's been a few weeks since our last podcast episode. Sorry about that! Life has been pretty crazy for us over the past several weeks. And we have a lot to catch you up on.
This week we're talking about what it was like changing RVs as a full-time RVer. It was definitely a challenge! (Especially since our Tiffin Breeze sold a full month before our Newmar New Aire was ready for us!) In this episode, we share how we met the challenge and what we did with all of our stuff while we were between RVs. Would we do it again?
We also talk a bit about where we are today, our recent RV road trip, what we're up to and what you can look forward to in the next podcast episode.
This week's Texas Tidbit: historic West Columbia, Texas.
And in the ABCs of RVing: G is for Grey Tank.
To see more on these topics, including links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 9 Show Notes.
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This week we talk about why we think Red Bay, Alabama is a special place for RVers. We've made Red Bay an annual stop for the past couple of years. This small town, founded in 1907, is full of good, honest, friendly and hard-working folks... many of whom are highly skilled at every type of work under the sun when it comes to motorhomes.
Red Bay AL is home to Tiffin Motorhomes and the Tiffin Motorhomes service center. So you will always see a ton of Tiffins, old and new around town. But, many of the vendors and RV service shops in and around Red Bay are happy to use their talents to work on, repair or improve just about any type of RV.
We share our thoughts on Red Bay and its people, where to stay when in town, where we like to eat, and fun things to do in the area.
In our Texas Tidbit this week, did you know that a Texas road trip can take you practically around the world? (and actually beyond!)
And in the ABCs of RVing: F is for Fresh Water Tank.
To see more on these topics, including links to things we talked about in this episode, check out our Episode 8 Show Notes.
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In this episode, we share our recent experience at the FMCA (Family Motorcoach Association) Convention in Perry, Georgia. The organization welcomes all types of RVs, both motorized and towable. Each year they hold 2 big rallies, which they call conventions; one in the Spring and one in the Summer. The Perry rally was our second big FMCA rally. We attended the FMCA convention in Minot, North Dakota in August 2019.
We share what to expect from an FMCA rally, what we enjoy most, and tips for attending a big RV rally like an FMCA convention.
In our Texas Tidbit this week, we talk about Texas State Parks returning to "normal capacity". What does that really mean? Are all parks completely open and fully operational right away? And what do we expect for the coming weeks?
And in the ABCs of RVing: E is for Egress!
To see more on these topics, including links to things we talked about in this episode and a discount on FMCA membership, check out our Episode 7 Show Notes.
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In this episode, we visit with two of the owners of Jamaica Beach RV Resort on Galveston Island, Ron Gustafson and Aric Salois. Ron and Aric share what it's like working together in a 3-generation family-owned and operated business, what life is normally like at their destination RV resort on the Texas Gulf Coast, and the unprecedented challenges they faced during Winter Storm Uri.
We rode out the storm in our RV at Jamaica Beach RV Resort. We share the hightlights about how we prepared for the storm, how that preparation worked out and a few things we learned along the way. To see more of the details on how we prepared, the experience of being in the RV for 84 hours without power in freezing temps (and a week without potable water), and more tips for RVing in freezing weather, check out our Episode 6 Show Notes.
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In this episode, we sit down with our long-time friend and third generation owner of Topper's RVs, Larry Troutt III. Larry talks about what it was like growing up in the RV industry, how things have changed, and what he expects to see in the future. Topper's RVs is a family-owned and operated RV dealership located just northwest of Houston, Texas. The small business was started by Larry's Granddad, continued by his Dad, and now Larry. (Actually, all three generations share the same name: Larry Troutt.)
Larry also shares what it's been like owning an RV dealership during COVID, his thoughts on the future of RV shows, and what customers can expect from manufacturers and dealers going forward.
In this week's Texas Tidbit, Stacie tackles the age old saying "Everything's Bigger in Texas". Is it???
And in The ABCs of RVing: D is for Dry Camping! Tom shares a bit about boondocking.
For links to what we talk about in this episode visit our Episode 5 Show Notes.
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In this episode, we introduce you to our long-time friend, fellow RVer, Texas Master Naturalist, Park Volunteer, Certified Interpretive Guide, and Kayak Trip Leader "Ranger" Tom Shaughnessy! Tom will be joining us on future episodes of the podcast to share his vast knowledge of the great outdoors in a new segment we're calling "Get Outside With Ranger Tom".
In our Texas Tidbit this week, Stacie discusses a bit about the 31 Flags Over Texas??? There are actually a lot more than 6 important flags in Texas history!
And in The ABCs of RVing: C is for Converter! Tom talks about the role a converter plays in your RV and how it can impact your trip.
For links to what we talk about in this episode visit our Episode 4 Show Notes.
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This week, we're talking camping etiquette: the do's and don'ts of campground behavior. From campfires to pets to parking... we share the unwritten rules that we always follow in the campground.
In this week's Texas Tidbit, Stacie shares the history of how Christianity came to Texas.
And in this episode's ABCs of RVing, B is for Batteries! Tom shares some tips on protecting the heart of your RV: your house batteries.
For links to what we talk about in this episode visit our Episode 3 Show Notes.
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This week, we're sharing some of the tips we've learned over the years about buying an RV. We talk about how the RV buying experience might look a bit different this year thanks to the Pandemic, things to think about before you buy your next RV, and why research is more important than ever.
In this episode's Texas Tidbit, we tell the story of one of our favorite subjects, the start of the Texas State Parks system. There's probably more to the story than you know!
We're also introducing a new segment: the ABCs of RVing. This week, A is for Amps! Tom explains the difference between 30 amps and 50 amps.
For links to what we talk about in this episode visit our Episode 2 Show Notes.
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In this episode, we share why we became RVers, our RVing experience and what inspired us to become full-time RVers. We also talk about how and why we launched RV Texas Y’all and how it has led us to start this podcast.
In our Texas Tidbit segment this week, we'll answer a question we hear a lot... Why isn't there any BLM land in Texas? The answer just might surprise you!
For links to what we talk about in this episode visit our Episode 1 Show Notes.
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We're Tom and Stacie Langland. We are Native Texans and Full-Time RVers and we've been sharing our road trip adventures, RVing tips, and more on our website, RVTexasYall.com since 2013. We launched our YouTube Channel to share videos of our travels, tips, and cooking demonstrations in 2016. And now we are really excited to be bringing the fun to the podcast world! Welcome to the RV Texas Y'all Podcast! We're glad you're here!
If you'd like more info on us or the things we talk about today visit Our Podcast Trailer Show Notes
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