As a very long time RVer and camper (more than 4 1/2 decades), I’d have to say that you’ve covered most of the “unwritten rules”. The only one I would add right now is “don’t run the generator all night unnecessarily.” I was recently camped in a tent at a free campground in southern Colorado. The night cooled down nicely, so that opening windows would have been appropriate for the RVers there, but the occupants of a large motor home ran their generator all night long instead. At that same campground, another camper played “music” very loud until well after 2 a.m. Maybe the motor homers were trying to block out that noise! One night at Lake Powell some 20 years ago, a group from Salt Lake pulled in at about 2 a.m. and started noisily setting up camp. One of them was especially obnoxious, mimicking Bill Cosby’s Fat Albert. It didn’t take too long before I’d had enough. I shined my 50,000 candle power spot light on him and told him to quiet down-and he did! The next day he came over and apologized-just wasn’t thinking. Except for that first encounter, they turned out to be good campground neighbors. Later that same week, another group put a pair of huge speakers on top of their truck and blasted the campground with acid rock. When I asked them to please turn it down, I was greeted with some pretty vile language, and instead they turned it up louder. I turned them into the Chief Ranger, and he sent their biggest Ranger to evict them. It was fun watching that-the one with the dirty mouth made the mistake of mouthing off to him, but instead of writing a citation, he picked up “mouth” by the shirt collar so that his feet were dangling in the air, then nicely said, “sir, you have exactly 30 minutes to vacate, or I’ll be back.” Old fashioned, but it worked-they packed up and were gone in much less than 30 minutes. I’d say common courtesy is the overall rule to follow, but for some people, they need it written down, I guess.
I've only run into this certain issue once but stay within your campsite. In Myrtle Beach a couple years back, our next door neighbors thought they pretty much owned the place. They had a little fence for their dog right up to our RV and even let their dog crap under our RV. They took our picnic table and even plugged an extension cord into our pedestal. When I brought these issues to their attention, they acted as if I were putting them out. The next day, thankfully, they moved to another spot.
Good for you for standing your ground. You did all RV'ers that they would come across in the future a huge favor. I am very new to RVing but it seems like some things shouldn't even need to be said if people use common sense.
Maybe not a rule but it's a pet peeve of mine. Other campers seem to only want to chat you up at two times... when you just arrived and are setting up and when you're breaking down to leave.
Robert D or if you are aware of that fact slow down a touch so there’s a gap to let them pass. Pace matching pisses me off just like left lane stalling.
Cigars included but don't smoke any tobacco products around other people! Lots of people also don't want to smell incense or perfume or cologne either when they're out camping.
Great advice!! I worked at a private RV resort and a public RV park and these rules are very accurate! I would also add that even though it's daytime don't blast your music as loud as you can. Just because you enjoy it doesn't mean the entire campground will.
Having full timed ourselves for 6 years, you hit the nail on the head! Some people just think the world revolves around them and them only! Another unwritten rule; leave your campsite cleaner than when you arrived!
Rule #11: Don't yell to someone sitting right across from you at the campfire for hours on end. I can't say how many times this happens, mostly at state or provincial campgrounds. It seems like teenagers and young adults are the worst. They literally yell instead of talking.
Amen, Amen, Amen! I would like to see this be required viewing at all campsites! As an avid traveler of the National Park, I can't tell you how many trips have been spoiled with campers that are either inconsiderate or ignorant of campground etiquette! Thanks for posting! :)
Treat everyone like they are your best friend even though they are strangers. That way if somebody is doing something that is offensive or annoying you might approach them in a more kindly manner. Trust me this really does work!
I go camping with some work buddies every year, multiple times a year. I run into a problem with them that typically gets us in to a verbal argument that gets rather heated about them wanting to play music too loud. I agree that it's extremely rude and it makes me look bad when I'm with them. Thanks for backing up all of us with manners!
While things you said are true, we've turned into a Me-Me society and people don't care about others and will do what ever they want. Ones like #7, if someone wants to listen to loud music at 3am they will because they want to and don't care about anyone else. And if you say something, they will act like you are wrong for butting into their business. It's sad how people are acting these days.
People who practice this kind of thinking, need to have it thrown back in their face. They have to sleep sometime. Payback Time! Then is the time to jack up your music or generator next to them. Assuming it won't disturb the other campers of course. First I would approach them and ask kindly that they keep the music or noise down.
My neighbor was like that he turned his music on at 11:00 every night with loud base and would go until 2:00 or so, if i we asked him to turn the music down he would call us nasty names, not fun with a infant. Then karma kicked in he lost his job was forced to move far away for work and he rented the house out (the new tenant was a police officer) to great people. The house has since been sold to a respectful family thank you Karma,
I appreciate your advice and tips. One thing I will never understand is why the RV industry has begun putting outdoor tv hook-ups and outdoor speakers on units. Why? Having a tv and outdoor speakers blaring is a nuisance and is totally inconsiderate to others. I absolutely blame the RV industry for starting this unnecessary trend and I think folks who loudly use outdoor tvs and speakers in rv parks and campgrounds are rude.
I understand, but I still think they are a counterproductive trend in the rv industry. Outdoor tvs and speakers are against why most folks want to rv and camp--to "get back to nature". Tailgaters belong in football stadiums, not rv parks. Just my way of thinking. Shame on the rv industry for this nuisance!
WONDERFUL what y'all are doing,but times are changing, I'm 60 so I get what you are saying.Maybe the campsites will need to do a division of camp,"Night Owls"& "Gone to bed with chickens"N.O. get all night lights,smoking,outdoor TV,music at night, while GTBWChickens,have lights out, silence after10&no smoking !Again,LOVE what you are saying.
As a former trucker, the rule on multilane urban highways is for slower heavy rigs (semis & buses) to take middle lanes on 6- and 8-lane roadways. Leave the exit and speed lanes to faster vehicles and those leaving the high road.
Here's one for when you gas up your RV - Pull up to the pumps farthest from the gas station store. The people working in the store need to be able to keep an eye on all the pumps to prevent drive-offs, or hit the emergency stop on the pumps if something should go wrong. If you gas up at the pumps closest to the building, they're not going to be able to see past your vehicle. (I work at a gas station - and, yes, our station is one of those rare remaining stations that allows drivers to pump before paying, so the drive-off thing is an issue.) So please, for the safety of everyone there, use the farthest pumps.
Never ran into a station that allowed you to pump before payment. Seems like a bad ideal to me. Also most stations I have pulled into, especially the large truck stops, are so busy nobody is keeping an eye on the pumps. I always chose the pump on the ends when possible for easy exit.
Thank you!!!! I was unaware of Mobile RV Repair techs! That is very good advice It was a real shock to me when I found I had to wait weeks for an appointment when I needed small but necesarry repairs, a true and unhappy reality check. Enjoy your channel
Be careful just because someone placed a sticker on their truck saying RV Repair service does not mean they know anything about your RV or the systems that it has on board... they can do a lot of damage getting their on the job training at YOUR expense!
This should be played for all new campers that start camping. I wish I could understand why someone would not know this, but times have changed, but that does not mean that we should be ignorant.
#5, yes! 21654 of the California Vehicle Code is typical of many states. Regardless of the speed limit, any vehicle going slower than traffic must keep to the right as far as practical. You can not sit in the fast lane (#1) and drive the speed limit if there are other vehicles going faster than you are. Also, on a two lane road, if there are five or more cars behind you, please use a pull out and let faster traffic pass. These are good safety and courtesy practices to follow!
W RD .. *So what you're saying is that the California Vehicle Code favors those exceeding the speed limits, penalizing those obeying the speed limits.* Man, California is one f*cked up state with a crime problem. How many points and how much fine for obeying the law - going the actual speed limit in the wrong lane?
Yeah you pull into the left lane to let them merge and then they mess around and don't let you get in the right lane for two miles. Clueless.pick one: gas pedal or brake pedal. Or third choice - shoulder.
sometimes that can't be help..for instance July 4th weekend where there are three or four different camps on one site..there are just way too many people..and sometimes, it's their national background..and sometimes, people are just dog-gone rude..just saying..
People are just plain DUMB! The rest are inconsiderate ! My first rookie camping experience in Big Bend National Park (solo adult female) I had people WANDER thru my site as the actual trail was next to my site EXCEPT on the OTHER side of the tree line where the path was obviously worn. Then a hiking family decided they preferred MY covered picnic area on my site I paid for!!! While the spot literally next to mine was unoccupied!! Yeah, coexist!
I totally agree back in the 70’s we went camping in a old school bus that we actually rode to school for years before they got rid of it and our dad bought it and we helped him work on it but anyway we were camping one time in particular we were literally the only ones at the campground and we went for a hike on a trail and when we got back another camper had come in and you guessed it they took the site right next to us and we didn’t even get all the way back to our site and they came running over by us and started yakking away and didn’t shut up for the next 3 hours before they took a breath that is just rude we always liked more rustic campgrounds without electrical hookups basically dry camping and we had a family that came driving through the camp ground and they stopped and we heard them say we can’t stay here there are no streetlights lol
No, it's not funny. Good common sense etiquette is not taught anymore. It's the new cell phone-zombie generation that is imminent today. It's all about me me me. Sad but true.
Another driving rule that is law in some states - on 2 lane mountain &/or windy roads that don't have passing lanes Pull Over if you get more then 5 vehicles behind you. This past summer I got stuck behind a guy pulling a 5th wheel. By the time I worked my way up to #3 behind him so I could pass, he had at minimum 1 1/2 miles of vehicles behind him. That is not an exaggeration.
So... you’re saying that I should stop while traveling up a mountain with a big rig behind me? Then I should unnecessarily cause more dangers by trying to get going again? No thanks, better sit tight!
My family camps a lot, and I've seen just about everything. But the thing that really "grinds my gears" is when I reserve a "premium" waterfront campsite 6 months in advance so I can spend a nice relaxing weekend fishing with my kids. And then here comes the parade of random kids (and adults) from all over the campground, lining the shoreline 10 feet from my camper, despite the fact that there are multiple public fishing spots available. Do these people hang out in their neighbor's yards without permission at home? I don't get it. People have no common sense or courtesy.
Do you own the lake? You are sounding like an old woman complaining. We’ve RV’d for over 50 years, and it’s ridiculous to think the waterfront in front or behind your RV is exclusively yours. Don’t expect campers not to use any part of the beach or shoreline, especially kids. The parents should keep them in line. Talk about entitled millennials or the retired, well you certainly fit that stereotype! Learn to share!
Couldn't agree more. I was camped at a lake last year and we were lucky enough to get a beach-front site. A woman across the road from us repeatedly walked into our camp and hung out looking at the water until we ran her off. Some people are just CLUELESS.
Thomas you're a disgusting human being. As a liberal my family and I respect our camping neighbors. We help others out when having issues, flat rv tires, cup of sugar, etc Young and old. We've even trade camping spots because an old couple was having a hard time with their spot.
Thank you for the reminder. You would think that these are common and good sense for most people but I guess not. I live in north central BC so we ha e a. ESS to so man forest service campsites that charge nothing and are in fabulous locations. My pet peeve are when people race by on quads kicking up dirt and dust ~ not to mention the noise. We also had a fellow camper beach his boat at a spot we had cleared and prepped for ours, no one could miss our trailer so that says someone else is using the launch area. I'm not sure if thisis just a Canadian thing but there are so many small communities that have signs welcoming RV'ers with notice of free overnight parking, usually in a strip mall parking lot a lot of truckers will use the space as well. The philosophy is that if a town can slow or stop tourist traffic then it's good for business. Many of these lots have grocery, liquor and outdoor type stores. Plus there is the matter of safety Many thanks for the video!
Thank you very much. I am in the early planning stages to becoming a full time RVer. I am beginning my research on this, and am learning a lot more than I could ever imagine. Thank you very much
Look for CheapRVLiving (Bob Wells). His channel is filled with knowledge of boondocking, RV accessories from all aspects from tents, vans, rv's etc. There is so much you can learn out here.
I'm not sure how I missed this until now, buy I'm glad it popped up today. Great info! And the unwritten rule about not camping right next to someone else - spot on! We were boondocking in an oversize rig area at at casino recently. We parked off to the back so we could open our door and let our 3 big dogs out, off leash, without bothering anyone (and giving them room to run). It was after dark when my husband saw an RV coming around on that side of us. We thought, 'Are you kidding?' The place was not full at all! Well, I opened our door and stepped outside. He rolled down a window and I explained that we have 3 big dogs and picked that area for a reason. He got a little huffy and asked, 'Well,where do you think I should park?' Gee, I said. Pretty much anywhere else! He drove a ways away and parked but I know he wasn't happy. I just don't get it. We want to have our solitude. If we didn't, we'd camp at a private campground with a bunch of other people!!!
Buy a white/ earth tone color RV if your going to buy one ( they stay slightly cooler in summer) for summer travel. Also check rules and restrictions of campgrounds before you get there! Some have age (RV) limits.
I have one major problem with the generator part overnight. We both require c-paps and do not have a battery capable of running them all night using inverters. There would need to be major changes to the RV if we were to make that happen. However if we are camped at a campground we would be plugged into campground power and would not be running the generator.
Stephen Kohler (Ruth Schroeder) I have a CPAP as well. I bought a small lithium battery pack from amazon and an electrical adapter/cord from my COAP company that lets me run my CPAP off of the battery pack. Just google “using a CPAP while tent camping” for ideas. No need to keep hundreds of people awake at night...use the battery pack instead. I get 3-4 nights out of the small battery if I don’t use my humidifier mode. Amazon or eBay ACOPOWER 150.
I JUST SAW YOUR VIDEO AND IS PERFECT FOR MY HUSBAND. HE SMOKES CIGARS AND HE LIKES TO PLAY THE RADIO LOUD. I DON'T LET HIM SMOKE INSIDE THE HOUSE OR IN OUR NEW RV. BUT I KNOW THE SMELL IS STRONG. SO WHEN HE SEE YOUR RULES HE WILL KNOW IS NOT ME COMPLAINING. THANK YOU SO MUCH.
Great tips! We're new to RVing and our 3rd campground experience was not as nice as it could have been because of children. Not because of noisy playing but because there were 3 kids, 6,4 and 2yo, who felt like our campsite was theirs. Several times a day they would show up on their bikes for a very talkative visit. They were sweet kids but we were there for peace and solitude. Please advise parents that not everyone wants to hang out with their kids. I couldn't believe the parents weren't concerned for the safety of their children. Their campsite was quite a distance away and they could not have been keeping an eye on them.
jdsvids And if you would have said something about this to the parents, the parents would have been like "oh they dont like kids", this happened to me once. Those kids were too small to be left unattended...
If someone is parked next to you and didn't come out into the woods to watch football, If they actually came to be in the woods and enjoy the outdoors but they will be forced to hear you screaming at your outdoor TV That is just inconsiderate of them to come out into the woods and expect to enjoy the wilderness.
Manufactures would not put them on RVs if there was not a market for them. If you are planning on using your outdoor entertainment system, talk to your neighbors first. They may want to come over and watch the game (or whatever) with you. Maybe not. You won’t know until you ask. If you are going to watching tv in view of the public, expect the public to react to it.
Diana Neal Probably your neighbors who don't like football but like to listen to Jazz inside but can't hear it because of your loud football game and cheering/ or booing friends. Real campers are out with nature to hear nature, not your game.
@packingten thank you for making my point with your nasty language... People are as polite as you treat them.. Remember the Golden Rule! Life is so much more pleasant
Great informative video and presented very positively on negative topics. It would be a joy to camp next to your camp site. Stay safe and stay happy! 😃
Everything you stated requires consideration from people. Many people are not considerate. My pet peeve is people slamming doors all night. It even makes my dogs bark. I only stay in an rv park usually one day to basically dump and fill. I have had my fill of the rude people that ruin what camping is supposed to be about. I glamp where no one thought it was possible to park a motor coach
Ron S Makes your dogs bark??? Barking dogs is also rude, right? If you have barking dogs, bark on outa here. Boondoggle. Ya don't belong with the rest of (UN)respectable society. .
I bet the people who parked right next to you were scared. Open space or quiet forest can make some people nervous, if they're used to always being in town.
You two are so considerate and tolerant, a pleasure. Imagine how wonderful this country would be if everyone possessed the same common sense and decency !!!
yes, I don't camp but I was taught at home you don't walk through someone's yard AT ALL unless it's Halloween & the kids are gonna run through, that's the exception. the yard is their property, so stay off!! people aren't taught basic manners & courtesies anymore.
Absurd. Most "etiquette" people act like the HOA of campgrounds, trying to impose "rules" on everyone. Campgrounds are supposed to be fun, a vacation, not a prison. If the goal is quiet to "look at the stars," go to the boondocks, not where there's 250 other people. Even worse, these HOA's are mobile, traveling from one campground to another making everyone miserable.
@@connie5768 .. Okay, these go way beyond common sense or courtesy, and there's no evidence those in the past were any different. It's a public campground. People come and go, with associated noise. Campers have always done that. You've done that. In the end, if you want total silence, camp in the desert miles from others. Whatever, stop trying to dictate to others.
Similar to Hoky Poky’s comment, when driving on a two lane road, ride the white line as much as possible. No one likes to drive behind a wall and you know that you’ll be passed even if you’re driving above the speed limit, so don’t make it tough and dangerous for drivers to see around you.
This is why we love rural camping. Cant stand parks that are nothing more than parking lots with power & water! We camp and RV to get away from society and the inconsiderate tendencies!
@@RVingwithG It's _"The Golden Rule: Do unto others, what you would have them do unto you."_ It doesn't just apply to religion. It applies to everyday lifestyles... Secular, or otherwise.
Nico Veenkamp : How many people have common sense these days? People with dogs annoy me the most. The women with small dogs that ignore the sign that says "no dogs allowed" because they need emotional support. My neighbor with dogs that thinks hearing them yap for an hour, "is cute." It isn't.
So far in State parks most campers I have encountered are very respectful of quiet hours and I have not been offended yet. I can understand people arriving late, been there myself. I just do the least setup to get to sleep and try to be as quiet as possible.
Full timing for 2 yrs now, stationary for last 7 months in campground. Definitely party atmosphere at times, but I have our small dog pen set up near our door, easier because I'm disabled. We have so many who cut right thru our site, twice ppl have tripped over the pen! After the last damage was popped back out, we now have lights on it( battery operated) so ppl see it. My worst pet peeve is when ppl cut thru right next to your door and ruin property. I'm respectful that their camp is like their yard. I just ask same in return.
I was gonna say you can pop out the slides and drop your stabilizers quickly and without much noise. Do not disconnect the truck or even put the awning out, just make it so you can sleep. If you cannot do this in 10 minutes or less you shouldn't be RVing, IMO.
To me that is partly WHY having a trailer is great... You roll in if at night go to bed... deal with it in the morning... no pitching a tent,. inflating a mattress etc.
Something I just don’t understand. How can anybody give y’all a thumbs down on this video of yours, or any of them for that matter. As a newbie who wants to do things right the first time, your CZcams channel is a godsend. Thank you so much for what you do!
I remember my wife brought her trumpet so she could practice. Even though it sounded great, not everyone was impressed. I had to defend her honor. Smile. She has done that since, lol.
I have rv'd a lot in my life and yes there are rules but we are not self centered people. If our neighbor wants to have cigars thats fine..if our neighbor needs to turn their tv up a little more because they are hard of hearing so be it..if they are cooking something that turns my stomach to smell I sure am NOT going to tell them NOT to cook it. There are way to many people that are so self absorbed they cannot think past themselves. If more would think about their neighbors then themselves this world would be a better place. The last thing anyone wants is stress when they are rving...o if people bother you..its better you keep on boon docking ..and stay as far away from others as possible. JMO
IF the aggravation is so bad, turn on the ignition and pull out...leave it behind you. I know this is not always possible and of course the stress is that you have paid money to be in a VERY uncomfortable spot..but it could be that the management would allow you to move if space available rather than lose your money.
We've been rv'ing for at least 30 years. I agree with a lot of the concerns posted here but for the most part camping is a social event. Kinda like going on a cruise, almost everyone is there to have a good time. It's typically not a place full of introverts. I love getting to know people around me and maybe enjoying a meal and a football game together. That said I believe we should extend common courtesy to those around us. A good life lesson..."it's not about me"
Yep! One of the reasons we go RVing is to meet other people. May never see them again but to sit around and share a campfire and laugh is always nice. Don’t even need to know your name! 👍
I agree with a lot of these rules except the cigar smoking. You will never be 100 feet away from anyone in an RV campground. At least I have never see it before. They build the RV campgrounds like parking lots. Most cigar smokers lite up in the evenings, I’m usually doing it at about 8-9 PM when other people are going to sleep. My outdoors speakers are playing music lightly so I can hear it but still hold a low level conversation outside when I’m talking to someone by the fire. When kids are outside on scooters and bikes and when people are walking around the campsites during the day, I keep my cigars tucked away.
Yeah, I learned that there are a lot of know-it-alls out there amking up stuff as they go along. We've been RV'ing longer than they have and would observe that everyone has opinions about stuff, but what these folks said wasn't necessarily under the heading of "unwritten rules."
I wish they would add those that build woodturning fire pits right next to a RV when the wind is blowing the smoke into your neighbors windows, not do this.
Starting on my sixth year full time. I totally agree with all you have mentioned. Might also want to add building a big campfire in the pit close to your neighbors RV. I encountered this in a Wisconsin RV Park, where they allowed open pit fires. I actually found black spots on my roof from floating ambers. Certain areas of the country seem to think open pit fire places are needed in RV Parks. I totally disagree with this. Nothing like smelling smoke inside your RV. Can't open your windows. RV Parks are not woodland campsites.
Thank you for your comments about the Smokers!!! UGH!!! I'm hoping to go boondocking to avoid the other people who have their sense of entitlement. I hope to be able to share the fresh air. Where I own a condo the renters can't smoke inside the units, so they smoke outside near other units. When asked not to smoke near the buildings they get belligerent!! Just because you paid for the cigarettes or cigars doesn't mean you get to share your second hand smoke with others in the area!!! Maybe I'll run into you two sometime while camping. Nice folks.
Myla Admin I have asthma, developed at a job where the smoke was so thick you couldn’t see through it. So cigarette smoke quickly triggers attacks. Almost died in an elevator once! I grew up with a Mom who smoked & lived with smokers and was ok before asthma. Don’t assume someone’s just being a whiny pill about it!
Agree with most but your comment about the A/C has me saying “get yours checked”. I’ve never had a A/C unit not cool my space to a dry 75 degrees. Dashboard and rooftop alike!
Being kind and humble to others with good mannerisms has taken many a long ways. I appreciate your videos and fine efforts. LOL You guys remind me of Pat from the 700 Club. LOL
Not all RV’s are made the same. We have a 36 ft Newmar 5th wheel with R19 insulation all around and thermal windows. With only one AC it cools nicely inside ( we put the thermostat on 76) even in 90 plus degrees. It also cools down quickly ( like 10 minutes) if it has been closed with no AC. My pet grip is with people we call Lookie Lou’s. They walk as close as possible your RV and peep inside. One morning we were in a state park on a pull through loop. I was in my PJ’ s turned around and some creep was staring through my dining window. Park ranger said to use a back in vs pull through so your living area is farther away from the road. Good advice.
The flip side of #4. Do not plan on leaving at 6am; tear downs at that time is not appreciated!! I had a rude wake up once when someone fired up his massive class A diesel two spots over and left it running while getting ready to leave. Most of us want to enjoy the vacation and sleep in a little. If you're in a rush to move on, then leave the day before and overnight at a Wal-Mart or truck stop. Most RV parks post quiet hours and those apply to the early morning just as much as in the evening.
Just found your channel. Great tips! Thank you and keep up the good work! We were camping in a state park during off season. We were the only travel trailer there. Drove to site-see for the day. When we returned there was a 40 foot, motor home on part of our lot. Now these were very large lots, and around us all 102 lots were vacant. Please explain that one... people are so unbelievably rude.
Another rule, DON'T park your car in or on your neighbor's spot! I couldn't tell you how many times I have been blocked in by someone. I don't care if you are "just running in" or "will only be a minute"! If I am paying for a spot, its my spot. And if I have an emergency, your car will get hit as I leave. Now if you need to do something like move around in the spot and need to barrow my spot, ask! I am happy to let you if you ask but if you don't and I have to go somewhere, I have to waste my time tracking down who's car it is!
Thanks so much for the information. We are living in a more rude world today and we need to be informed so that we can be good neighbors. Thanks for educating us!
I don't even like to see ty T.v. on at a campground, as it takes away from the whole experience we went for.. right, it can ruin the atmosphere. Loves the vid :) y'all are a neat couple. And so knowledgeable!!
Absurd. Most "etiquette" people act like the HOA of campgrounds, trying to impose "rules" on everyone. Campgrounds are supposed to be fun, a vacation, not a prison. If the goal is quiet to "look at the stars," go to the boondocks, not where there's 250 other people. Common sense. Even worse, these HOA's are mobile, traveling from one campground to another making everyone miserable.
As a driver who grew up driving in southern California? I didn't learn about the left lane thing until I got out and started traveling. It's not really something that urban dwellers, with their multi-lane highways, think about. Which probably explains why grandpa doing the speed limit in the left lane usually has California plates. :)
Even in urban areas; If you’re not passing or soon to be passing another vehicle it’s one of the rules of the road to not be in lane 1 (left lane). I don’t believe its taught in driving schools enough. If somebody is approaching behind you and your in lane 1 you should move to lane two when safe to do so. Just remember it not your road it’s everybody’s and manners on the road matter too. Have a nice day.
I live in Oregon and the roads are very well marked that you have to use the right lane unless passing. I come upon Washington drivers all the time that routinely ignore those signs and will refuse to move to the right even when the lane is completely clear. They also tend to pull out in front of you more often than the locals. My wife and I have a joke that when we see someone staying in the left lane they are from Washington. I proves to be true more times than not.
I also was born and raised in So CA and certainly learned the rules of which lane to use and also taught my children the same. The worst habit I see here are people passing you in the right hand lane when they should be moving over and passing on you the left side. Mind you, I'm on a 5-lane highway in lane 2 on the right side. I also leave lane 1 on the right side empty for people who are wanting to exit or enter the highway.
I’ll smoke my cigar outside of my trailer whenever I want. If you don’t like the smell that’s your problem. If a vegan came to your campsite and told you they didn’t like the smell of you BBQing meat what would you say?
I once went camping the guy next door had brought a lawnmower..!!!!! my pet hate from the burbs.. now I have noise cancelling headphones.. soooooo good.
@@sharoncundiff7680 - I don't know. I don't know Frank and don't care to. Snobby people aren't to my liking. It seems some people in these places would have a problem with their neighbors having a gas attack. As if they would be expected to go inside to relieve their gas. If they tooted outside it would be repulsive to the snobs. They probably have a special "gas" tank installed on their rv.
I wish more people saw this video. I camp frequently, and it is more common now for campgrounds to be lit up like city streets with campers' "decorative lighting," and even spot lights left on all night. I go camping for quiet, nature, peace....all of which are disappearing from state parks.
The reality of your rules is an eye opener. Thanks for the info cause having a camper next to me with lights, tv and noise defeats the whole purpose. That last one was the kicker. Great advice...haven't bought anything yet. More time to sleep on it 👍🏻 😊
Good points. Crowds of people, then people crowding. Just like a crowded city...and all the stuff you want I would want to get away from. Basically the same inconsiderate people go camping so be prepared and more are coming every year!
Can you please publish another book of tips with and addresses of RV techs. Your book on boondocking is excellent. Additionally you respond so quickly. Thank you M and J
Lots of people use them while tailgating. I would never use one in the middle of a national forest, but before a football game it makes a lot more sense.
Most of these unwritten rules are common sense and typical respect for others which some people don't have these days. Thanks for sharing. You both did an excellent job on the video. Most people who aren't concerned about being a good rv neighbor will probably not even watch this though.
I disagree on the "rule" about not setting up at night. We work, and we get out when we can. If we can't leave our home for a weekend trip until 6PM on a Friday, and have a 4-6 hour drive ahead of us, we'll be setting up at night. That's the way it is for many of us who still work. We try to set up quietly when we arrive late, and use minimal amounts of artificial lighting, but we're not going to stay home for the week just because we don't have the schedule flexibility to show up at noon like the retirees. Oh, and we're still in tents. I wish there'd be a "rule" about the RV people who run their generators all night long... that's got to be about the most irritating intrusion upon the great outdoors that I've encountered.
These are all great tips based on simple, easy to understand common courtesies. We should all do what we can to make our fellow travelers enjoy their RV experience as much as we would like to enjoy our own.
Great info guys but one thing I wish you would comment on is tying up camp staff with unnecessary chit chat . We have been rv park owners for close to 20 years. We were full timers for 20 years then purchased a park. Great job, meet so many campers that are nice folks but at times we have a hundred folks staying here and its easy to get trapped into listening to stories of their trip for 5 to 15 minutes. Kills our work day. We have a community fire pit so campers don't have to deal with problems you discussed. Hears a good one though. Camper complained about the smell of smoke because he had respiratory problems. We asked the fire pit to let the fire die out because of the complaint. An hour later while doing a camp check the guy that complained was sitting on his camper bumper puffing on a cigarette. Will never ask a fire pit group to extinguish their fire.
Absurd. Most "etiquette" people act like the HOA of campgrounds, trying to impose "rules" on everyone. Campgrounds are supposed to be fun, a vacation, not a prison. If the goal is quiet to "look at the stars," go to the boondocks, not where there's 250 other people. Common sense. Even worse, these HOA's are mobile, traveling from one campground to another making everyone miserable.
Tulsa Fox Amen. We truckers cannot park anywhere else and often have to drive many miles out of the way to park because campers -- even cars and pickup trucks -- think they are allowed to take up spaces reserved for 75-foot long 18 wheelers. Thank you.
double thumbs up on left lane rule. One more thing to add , as a former truck driver, avoid parking at a truck stop,nothing ticks off a truck driver than seeing campers at the truck stop and to boot, taking up two spots w/ the slides out. walmart is more easy on campers in there parking lot than truck drivers, we have even less parking . thanks for the videos, just bought a camper, looking foward to getting out of the tents, lol
One exception to the late night tv is in Alabama on iron bowl weekend…… we were at a state park last year, some guy had a 20’ projector screen and set up huge speakers….. didn’t hear of anyone complaining just thanking the guy as he invited the entire park (park was about half full) and park staff… 4 empty sites were full of people in chairs enjoying at great time. Lol
I wish to not get old like this couple.
I would add watch your children and pets. Make sure your pets are on a leash especially if the camp ground is crowded. Great advice here thanks!!!
As a very long time RVer and camper (more than 4 1/2 decades), I’d have to say that you’ve covered most of the “unwritten rules”. The only one I would add right now is “don’t run the generator all night unnecessarily.” I was recently camped in a tent at a free campground in southern Colorado. The night cooled down nicely, so that opening windows would have been appropriate for the RVers there, but the occupants of a large motor home ran their generator all night long instead.
At that same campground, another camper played “music” very loud until well after 2 a.m. Maybe the motor homers were trying to block out that noise!
One night at Lake Powell some 20 years ago, a group from Salt Lake pulled in at about 2 a.m. and started noisily setting up camp. One of them was especially obnoxious, mimicking Bill Cosby’s Fat Albert. It didn’t take too long before I’d had enough. I shined my 50,000 candle power spot light on him and told him to quiet down-and he did! The next day he came over and apologized-just wasn’t thinking. Except for that first encounter, they turned out to be good campground neighbors.
Later that same week, another group put a pair of huge speakers on top of their truck and blasted the campground with acid rock. When I asked them to please turn it down, I was greeted with some pretty vile language, and instead they turned it up louder. I turned them into the Chief Ranger, and he sent their biggest Ranger to evict them. It was fun watching that-the one with the dirty mouth made the mistake of mouthing off to him, but instead of writing a citation, he picked up “mouth” by the shirt collar so that his feet were dangling in the air, then nicely said, “sir, you have exactly 30 minutes to vacate, or I’ll be back.” Old fashioned, but it worked-they packed up and were gone in much less than 30 minutes.
I’d say common courtesy is the overall rule to follow, but for some people, they need it written down, I guess.
LOL!!!!! I love it!! Evicted😀👍
Always goid to hear stories that encourage, thanks.
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Cary Alburn *rang😃
I say a round of applause to you
If your dog poops in someone's spot and you don't pick it up expect it to be on your steps the next morning 💩
Yep, watched these ppl let their dog loose twice and pooped in front of another lady's 5th wheel. People like that are trash
I've only run into this certain issue once but stay within your campsite. In Myrtle Beach a couple years back, our next door neighbors thought they pretty much owned the place. They had a little fence for their dog right up to our RV and even let their dog crap under our RV. They took our picnic table and even plugged an extension cord into our pedestal. When I brought these issues to their attention, they acted as if I were putting them out. The next day, thankfully, they moved to another spot.
Good for you for standing your ground. You did all RV'ers that they would come across in the future a huge favor. I am very new to RVing but it seems like some things shouldn't even need to be said if people use common sense.
Maybe not a rule but it's a pet peeve of mine. Other campers seem to only want to chat you up at two times... when you just arrived and are setting up and when you're breaking down to leave.
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That left lane advice is for EVERY driver. If you are not actively passing a vehicle, get right!
Yes, it every driver. Please just don't read that little (black, green and yellow book) common sense.
In Texas and Oklahoma you’ll receive a ticket for traveling in the left lane
Such a shame, but so many people need to be reminded of basic traveler considerations!
And if I am in the right lane, don't tailgate me just because a car in the left lane is keeping you from passing.
Robert D or if you are aware of that fact slow down a touch so there’s a gap to let them pass. Pace matching pisses me off just like left lane stalling.
Cigars included but don't smoke any tobacco products around other people!
Lots of people also don't want to smell incense or perfume or cologne either when they're out camping.
Great advice!! I worked at a private RV resort and a public RV park and these rules are very accurate! I would also add that even though it's daytime don't blast your music as loud as you can. Just because you enjoy it doesn't mean the entire campground will.
Not just cigars but cigarets also should be a no,no!!!🤢
I guess I'm kinda off topic but do anyone know a good site to stream new series online ?
@Jeffrey Koda Meh atm I've been using Flixportal. just google after it :P -alexzander
@Alexzander Nathaniel Thanks, I signed up and it seems like they got a lot of movies there :D I really appreciate it !!
@Jeffrey Koda No problem xD
Having full timed ourselves for 6 years, you hit the nail on the head! Some people just think the world revolves around them and them only! Another unwritten rule; leave your campsite cleaner than when you arrived!
This should be RULE #1
@@davidmcconnell8690 yep
Rule #11: Don't yell to someone sitting right across from you at the campfire for hours on end. I can't say how many times this happens, mostly at state or provincial campgrounds. It seems like teenagers and young adults are the worst. They literally yell instead of talking.
some good advice here, it all boils down to common sense and consideration for others
Unfortunately, common sense ISN'T very common. :-(
Amen, Amen, Amen! I would like to see this be required viewing at all campsites! As an avid traveler of the National Park, I can't tell you how many trips have been spoiled with campers that are either inconsiderate or ignorant of campground etiquette! Thanks for posting! :)
Treat everyone like they are your best friend even though they are strangers. That way if somebody is doing something that is offensive or annoying you might approach them in a more kindly manner. Trust me this really does work!
I go camping with some work buddies every year, multiple times a year. I run into a problem with them that typically gets us in to a verbal argument that gets rather heated about them wanting to play music too loud. I agree that it's extremely rude and it makes me look bad when I'm with them. Thanks for backing up all of us with manners!
While things you said are true, we've turned into a Me-Me society and people don't care about others and will do what ever they want. Ones like #7, if someone wants to listen to loud music at 3am they will because they want to and don't care about anyone else. And if you say something, they will act like you are wrong for butting into their business. It's sad how people are acting these days.
What do you mean? EVERYTHING they said is true!!
People who practice this kind of thinking, need to have it thrown back in their face. They have to sleep sometime. Payback Time! Then is the time to jack up your music or generator next to them. Assuming it won't disturb the other campers of course. First I would approach them and ask kindly that they keep the music or noise down.
My neighbor was like that he turned his music on at 11:00 every night with loud base and would go until 2:00 or so, if i we asked him to turn the music down he would call us nasty names, not fun with a infant. Then karma kicked in he lost his job was forced to move far away for work and he rented the house out (the new tenant was a police officer) to great people. The house has since been sold to a respectful family thank you Karma,
I've actually seen handguns pulled over stuff like this. With one exception, they always seem to be in the 20-40-year-old range.
@@Tomatohater64 The entitled generation.
I appreciate your advice and tips. One thing I will never understand is why the RV industry has begun putting outdoor tv hook-ups and outdoor speakers on units. Why? Having a tv and outdoor speakers blaring is a nuisance and is totally inconsiderate to others. I absolutely blame the RV industry for starting this unnecessary trend and I think folks who loudly use outdoor tvs and speakers in rv parks and campgrounds are rude.
rhondalyn100 - I think the outdoor TV & speakers are for those who tailgate on for people who camp. I’d never get an RV the an outdoor TV
I understand, but I still think they are a counterproductive trend in the rv industry. Outdoor tvs and speakers are against why most folks want to rv and camp--to "get back to nature". Tailgaters belong in football stadiums, not rv parks. Just my way of thinking. Shame on the rv industry for this nuisance!
Some of us are full time and might enjoy Music outside. I know I do. That said I'm not having a rock concert outside. Stay home? I am home.
I enjoy mine . I am very respectful of my neighbors
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WONDERFUL what y'all are doing,but times are changing, I'm 60 so I get what you are saying.Maybe the campsites will need to do a division of camp,"Night Owls"& "Gone to bed with chickens"N.O. get all night lights,smoking,outdoor TV,music at night, while GTBWChickens,have lights out, silence after10&no smoking !Again,LOVE what you are saying.
As a former trucker, the rule on multilane urban highways is for slower heavy rigs (semis & buses) to take middle lanes on 6- and 8-lane roadways. Leave the exit and speed lanes to faster vehicles and those leaving the high road.
Here's one for when you gas up your RV - Pull up to the pumps farthest from the gas station store. The people working in the store need to be able to keep an eye on all the pumps to prevent drive-offs, or hit the emergency stop on the pumps if something should go wrong. If you gas up at the pumps closest to the building, they're not going to be able to see past your vehicle. (I work at a gas station - and, yes, our station is one of those rare remaining stations that allows drivers to pump before paying, so the drive-off thing is an issue.) So please, for the safety of everyone there, use the farthest pumps.
Thanks for making us aware of this!
excellent tip! I would've me we thought about that! thank you!!!
If there are RV fueling lanes available use them rather than the regular pumps. Geoff Who has a Flying J card.
Never ran into a station that allowed you to pump before payment. Seems like a bad ideal to me. Also most stations I have pulled into, especially the large truck stops, are so busy nobody is keeping an eye on the pumps. I always chose the pump on the ends when possible for easy exit.
How bout you put up a sign. I'm guessing that video surveillance is out of the question?
Thank you!!!! I was unaware of Mobile RV Repair techs! That is very good advice It was a real shock to me when I found I had to wait weeks for an appointment when I needed small but necesarry repairs, a true and unhappy reality check. Enjoy your channel
Be careful just because someone placed a sticker on their truck saying RV Repair service does not mean they know anything about your RV or the systems that it has on board... they can do a lot of damage getting their on the job training at YOUR expense!
This should be played for all new campers that start camping. I wish I could understand why someone would not know this, but times have changed, but that does not mean that we should be ignorant.
...Leave your campsite cleaner then when you arrived
No trash around. Should I start construction? Lol idiot
YES PlEaSe
That was a moto in the Boy Scouts back in the 80's 🏕👍😁🇺🇸.
#5, yes! 21654 of the California Vehicle Code is typical of many states. Regardless of the speed limit, any vehicle going slower than traffic must keep to the right as far as practical. You can not sit in the fast lane (#1) and drive the speed limit if there are other vehicles going faster than you are. Also, on a two lane road, if there are five or more cars behind you, please use a pull out and let faster traffic pass. These are good safety and courtesy practices to follow!
I bet if you left for work 59 seconds earlier.......you'd get their on time!
Oklahoma just passed that law about driving in the left lane, it will cost you over $200. Ouch ! Just a heads up. Love you vids.
W RD .. *So what you're saying is that the California Vehicle Code favors those exceeding the speed limits, penalizing those obeying the speed limits.* Man, California is one f*cked up state with a crime problem. How many points and how much fine for obeying the law - going the actual speed limit in the wrong lane?
It may be legal to go speed limit in passing lane but it is wrong and a rookie move....pass then get over back into the right lane
Yeah you pull into the left lane to let them merge and then they mess around and don't let you get in the right lane for two miles. Clueless.pick one: gas pedal or brake pedal. Or third choice - shoulder.
Another I would add is walking through someone else's campsite. It's no different than walking through your neighbor's yard.
UzeHerName : That’s why we teach our Boy Scouts to ask permission to enter ANYONE’S campsite. If you don’t get an answer, YOU DON’T ENTER.
sometimes that can't be help..for instance July 4th weekend where there are three or four different camps on one site..there are just way too many people..and sometimes, it's their national background..and sometimes, people are just dog-gone rude..just saying..
Kentucky Horsepark outer ring has no access to the park facilities (inside inner ring) unless you go around the outside.
People are just plain DUMB! The rest are inconsiderate ! My first rookie camping experience in Big Bend National Park (solo adult female) I had people WANDER thru my site as the actual trail was next to my site EXCEPT on the OTHER side of the tree line where the path was obviously worn. Then a hiking family decided they preferred MY covered picnic area on my site I paid for!!! While the spot literally next to mine was unoccupied!! Yeah, coexist!
Don’t even get me started. 😡
I totally agree back in the 70’s we went camping in a old school bus that we actually rode to school for years before they got rid of it and our dad bought it and we helped him work on it but anyway we were camping one time in particular we were literally the only ones at the campground and we went for a hike on a trail and when we got back another camper had come in and you guessed it they took the site right next to us and we didn’t even get all the way back to our site and they came running over by us and started yakking away and didn’t shut up for the next 3 hours before they took a breath that is just rude we always liked more rustic campgrounds without electrical hookups basically dry camping and we had a family that came driving through the camp ground and they stopped and we heard them say we can’t stay here there are no streetlights lol
Its funny that people need to be told to have some etiquette these days..Great video..
No, it's not funny. Good common sense etiquette is not taught anymore. It's the new cell phone-zombie generation that is imminent today. It's all about me me me. Sad but true.
Another driving rule that is law in some states - on 2 lane mountain &/or windy roads that don't have passing lanes Pull Over if you get more then 5 vehicles behind you. This past summer I got stuck behind a guy pulling a 5th wheel. By the time I worked my way up to #3 behind him so I could pass, he had at minimum 1 1/2 miles of vehicles behind him. That is not an exaggeration.
He probably had a life long dream to lead a parade!
So... you’re saying that I should stop while traveling up a mountain with a big rig behind me? Then I should unnecessarily cause more dangers by trying to get going again? No thanks, better sit tight!
My family camps a lot, and I've seen just about everything. But the thing that really "grinds my gears" is when I reserve a "premium" waterfront campsite 6 months in advance so I can spend a nice relaxing weekend fishing with my kids. And then here comes the parade of random kids (and adults) from all over the campground, lining the shoreline 10 feet from my camper, despite the fact that there are multiple public fishing spots available. Do these people hang out in their neighbor's yards without permission at home? I don't get it. People have no common sense or courtesy.
Do you own the lake? You are sounding like an old woman complaining. We’ve RV’d for over 50 years, and it’s ridiculous to think the waterfront in front or behind your RV is exclusively yours. Don’t expect campers not to use any part of the beach or shoreline, especially kids. The parents should keep them in line. Talk about entitled millennials or the retired, well you certainly fit that stereotype! Learn to share!
I hate when kids or Adults walk right threw my camp site.... ugggg.... Right by my front door that is open too... Now that gets on my nerves...
That goes back to just common courtesy. In the military, you ask permission to enter a campsite for fear of getting shot if you don't.
Then why are you staying at a campground with hundreds of other people? Get real. It's not your property, so try being a little more social.
Couldn't agree more. I was camped at a lake last year and we were lucky enough to get a beach-front site. A woman across the road from us repeatedly walked into our camp and hung out looking at the water until we ran her off. Some people are just CLUELESS.
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Thomas you're a disgusting human being. As a liberal my family and I respect our camping neighbors. We help others out when having issues, flat rv tires, cup of sugar, etc Young and old. We've even trade camping spots because an old couple was having a hard time with their spot.
Thank you for the reminder. You would think that these are common and good sense for most people but I guess not. I live in north central BC so we ha e a. ESS to so man forest service campsites that charge nothing and are in fabulous locations. My pet peeve are when people race by on quads kicking up dirt and dust ~ not to mention the noise. We also had a fellow camper beach his boat at a spot we had cleared and prepped for ours, no one could miss our trailer so that says someone else is using the launch area.
I'm not sure if thisis just a Canadian thing but there are so many small communities that have signs welcoming RV'ers with notice of free overnight parking, usually in a strip mall parking lot a lot of truckers will use the space as well. The philosophy is that if a town can slow or stop tourist traffic then it's good for business. Many of these lots have grocery, liquor and outdoor type stores. Plus there is the matter of safety
Many thanks for the video!
Thank you very much. I am in the early planning stages to becoming a full time RVer. I am beginning my research on this, and am learning a lot more than I could ever imagine. Thank you very much
Look for CheapRVLiving (Bob Wells). His channel is filled with knowledge of boondocking, RV accessories from all aspects from tents, vans, rv's etc. There is so much you can learn out here.
Same rule applies to outdoor t.v.'s as outdoor lights, it's not all about the volume at night it's about the brightness also!
I'm not sure how I missed this until now, buy I'm glad it popped up today. Great info! And the unwritten rule about not camping right next to someone else - spot on! We were boondocking in an oversize rig area at at casino recently. We parked off to the back so we could open our door and let our 3 big dogs out, off leash, without bothering anyone (and giving them room to run). It was after dark when my husband saw an RV coming around on that side of us. We thought, 'Are you kidding?' The place was not full at all! Well, I opened our door and stepped outside. He rolled down a window and I explained that we have 3 big dogs and picked that area for a reason. He got a little huffy and asked, 'Well,where do you think I should park?' Gee, I said. Pretty much anywhere else! He drove a ways away and parked but I know he wasn't happy.
I just don't get it. We want to have our solitude. If we didn't, we'd camp at a private campground with a bunch of other people!!!
Buy a white/ earth tone color RV if your going to buy one ( they stay slightly cooler in summer) for summer travel.
Also check rules and restrictions of campgrounds before you get there! Some have age (RV) limits.
RV or Camping Etiquette sounds nice if fellow human beings are considerate of others.
Awesome tips... the late night generator is my pet peve. You can ruin someone's night from over a mile away.
I have one major problem with the generator part overnight. We both require c-paps and do not have a battery capable of running them all night using inverters. There would need to be major changes to the RV if we were to make that happen. However if we are camped at a campground we would be plugged into campground power and would not be running the generator.
Stephen Kohler I use to have a pop-up and I can tell you mine was big diesel trucks. So glad they are not near as loud as they used to be.
Stephen Kohler (Ruth Schroeder) I have a CPAP as well. I bought a small lithium battery pack from amazon and an electrical adapter/cord from my COAP company that lets me run my CPAP off of the battery pack. Just google “using a CPAP while tent camping” for ideas. No need to keep hundreds of people awake at night...use the battery pack instead. I get 3-4 nights out of the small battery if I don’t use my humidifier mode. Amazon or eBay ACOPOWER 150.
I JUST SAW YOUR VIDEO AND IS PERFECT FOR MY HUSBAND. HE SMOKES CIGARS AND HE LIKES TO PLAY THE RADIO LOUD.
I DON'T LET HIM SMOKE INSIDE THE HOUSE OR IN OUR NEW RV. BUT I KNOW THE SMELL IS STRONG. SO WHEN HE SEE YOUR RULES HE WILL KNOW IS NOT ME COMPLAINING. THANK YOU SO MUCH.
Great tips! We're new to RVing and our 3rd campground experience was not as nice as it could have been because of children. Not because of noisy playing but because there were 3 kids, 6,4 and 2yo, who felt like our campsite was theirs. Several times a day they would show up on their bikes for a very talkative visit. They were sweet kids but we were there for peace and solitude. Please advise parents that not everyone wants to hang out with their kids. I couldn't believe the parents weren't concerned for the safety of their children. Their campsite was quite a distance away and they could not have been keeping an eye on them.
jdsvids And if you would have said something about this to the parents, the parents would have been like "oh they dont like kids", this happened to me once. Those kids were too small to be left unattended...
They should have never started putting TV's and Speakers on the outside of RV's .
I actually love having an outside entertainment center. Who wants to sit inside to watch a college football game on a nice cool day
If someone is parked next to you and didn't come out into the woods to watch football, If they actually came to be in the woods and enjoy the outdoors but they will be forced to hear you screaming at your outdoor TV
That is just inconsiderate of them to come out into the woods and expect to enjoy the wilderness.
Rick Crouse, this article is about "campground" rules, not being out in the woods boondocking
Manufactures would not put them on RVs if there was not a market for them. If you are planning on using your outdoor entertainment system, talk to your neighbors first. They may want to come over and watch the game (or whatever) with you. Maybe not. You won’t know until you ask.
If you are going to watching tv in view of the public, expect the public to react to it.
Diana Neal Probably your neighbors who don't like football but like to listen to Jazz inside but can't hear it because of your loud football game and cheering/ or booing friends. Real campers are out with nature to hear nature, not your game.
In all vehicles, if you are getting passed on the right you are in the wrong lane, period. Move to a right lane please.
You're a straight truth teller, no matter who it iffends. We're done holding the hands of America's rude.
It's sad that people need written rules for civilized behavior these days. Years ago, good manners were taught as we were growing up.
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Another myth that needs to be busted.. People have always been the same.. It is your age and perception that has changed.
Lol ever heard of the ten commandents written in old times cause people couldnt figure out how to behave
"Bumpy Johnson." Now that's funny.
@packingten thank you for making my point with your nasty language...
People are as polite as you treat them.. Remember the Golden Rule! Life is so much more pleasant
Great informative video and presented very positively on negative topics.
It would be a joy to camp next to your camp site. Stay safe and stay happy! 😃
Everything you stated requires consideration from people. Many people are not considerate. My pet peeve is people slamming doors all night. It even makes my dogs bark. I only stay in an rv park usually one day to basically dump and fill. I have had my fill of the rude people that ruin what camping is supposed to be about. I glamp where no one thought it was possible to park a motor coach
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Makes your dogs bark??? Barking dogs is also rude, right? If you have barking dogs, bark on outa here. Boondoggle. Ya don't belong with the rest of (UN)respectable society.
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Sherrell Z
They’re dogs! They’re supposed to bark.
What’s wrong with people?
A motor coach is not camping
I bet the people who parked right next to you were scared. Open space or quiet forest can make some people nervous, if they're used to always being in town.
You two are so considerate and tolerant, a pleasure. Imagine how wonderful this country would be if everyone possessed the same common sense and decency !!!
yes, I don't camp but I was taught at home you don't walk through someone's yard AT ALL unless it's Halloween & the kids are gonna run through, that's the exception. the yard is their property, so stay off!! people aren't taught basic manners & courtesies anymore.
Why should Halloween be any different? Manners are manners, no matter what the holiday is.
I've always camped in small state parks....tent camping... And taught my kids never to walk through someone else's site.
Social conduct or rules of conduct as shown in the prevalent customs! "MIND YOUR MANNERS"!
Absurd. Most "etiquette" people act like the HOA of campgrounds, trying to impose "rules" on everyone. Campgrounds are supposed to be fun, a vacation, not a prison. If the goal is quiet to "look at the stars," go to the boondocks, not where there's 250 other people. Even worse, these HOA's are mobile, traveling from one campground to another making everyone miserable.
Dwight Stewart They are calling for mutual respect and consideration. Something you sorely lack.
@@dwightstewart7181 These are just common sense rules of courtesy, which more people used to use.
@@connie5768 .. Okay, these go way beyond common sense or courtesy, and there's no evidence those in the past were any different. It's a public campground. People come and go, with associated noise. Campers have always done that. You've done that. In the end, if you want total silence, camp in the desert miles from others. Whatever, stop trying to dictate to others.
Similar to Hoky Poky’s comment, when driving on a two lane road, ride the white line as much as possible. No one likes to drive behind a wall and you know that you’ll be passed even if you’re driving above the speed limit, so don’t make it tough and dangerous for drivers to see around you.
This is why we love rural camping. Cant stand parks that are nothing more than parking lots with power & water! We camp and RV to get away from society and the inconsiderate tendencies!
Rural camping is better than traditonal parks or campgrounds?
WE live in a rural area that people come to to get away and we STILL want to get away even further lol
Ha ha ha.
There is only one rule. “be considerate” of others.
And CLEAN UP after yourself and others.
@@RVingwithG
It's _"The Golden Rule: Do unto others, what you would have them do unto you."_ It doesn't just apply to religion. It applies to everyday lifestyles... Secular, or otherwise.
Another great video. Unwritten maybe, but basically common sense.
Nico Veenkamp : How many people have common sense these days? People with dogs annoy me the most.
The women with small dogs that ignore the sign that says "no dogs allowed" because they need emotional support.
My neighbor with dogs that thinks hearing them yap for an hour, "is cute." It isn't.
So far in State parks most campers I have encountered are very respectful of quiet hours and I have not been offended yet. I can understand people arriving late, been there myself. I just do the least setup to get to sleep and try to be as quiet as possible.
Full timing for 2 yrs now, stationary for last 7 months in campground. Definitely party atmosphere at times, but I have our small dog pen set up near our door, easier because I'm disabled. We have so many who cut right thru our site, twice ppl have tripped over the pen! After the last damage was popped back out, we now have lights on it( battery operated) so ppl see it. My worst pet peeve is when ppl cut thru right next to your door and ruin property. I'm respectful that their camp is like their yard. I just ask same in return.
Rule #1: Be Kind.
Rule #2: See Rule 1.
Such a delightful video. It's fun to listen to you two ! :-)
We'll roll in late sometimes. We won't set up until the next day.
I was gonna say you can pop out the slides and drop your stabilizers quickly and without much noise. Do not disconnect the truck or even put the awning out, just make it so you can sleep. If you cannot do this in 10 minutes or less you shouldn't be RVing, IMO.
Nothing wrong with arriving late... everything wrong with deciding to set up late
To me that is partly WHY having a trailer is great... You roll in if at night go to bed... deal with it in the morning... no pitching a tent,. inflating a mattress etc.
Something I just don’t understand. How can anybody give y’all a thumbs down on this video of yours, or any of them for that matter. As a newbie who wants to do things right the first time, your CZcams channel is a godsend. Thank you so much for what you do!
I remember my wife brought her trumpet so she could practice. Even though it sounded great, not everyone was impressed. I had to defend her honor. Smile. She has done that since, lol.
Great advise, just really good manners and consideration for others. Thanks for posting.
I have rv'd a lot in my life and yes there are rules but we are not self centered people. If our neighbor wants to have cigars thats fine..if our neighbor needs to turn their tv up a little more because they are hard of hearing so be it..if they are cooking something that turns my stomach to smell I sure am NOT going to tell them NOT to cook it. There are way to many people that are so self absorbed they cannot think past themselves. If more would think about their neighbors then themselves this world would be a better place. The last thing anyone wants is stress when they are rving...o if people bother you..its better you keep on boon docking ..and stay as far away from others as possible. JMO
IF the aggravation is so bad, turn on the ignition and pull out...leave it behind you. I know this is not always possible and of course the stress is that you have paid money to be in a VERY uncomfortable spot..but it could be that the management would allow you to move if space available rather than lose your money.
Great points
We've been rv'ing for at least 30 years. I agree with a lot of the concerns posted here but for the most part camping is a social event. Kinda like going on a cruise, almost everyone is there to have a good time. It's typically not a place full of introverts. I love getting to know people around me and maybe enjoying a meal and a football game together. That said I believe we should extend common courtesy to those around us. A good life lesson..."it's not about me"
Yep! One of the reasons we go RVing is to meet other people. May never see them again but to sit around and share a campfire and laugh is always nice. Don’t even need to know your name! 👍
Those are the most realistic issues I've heard anywhere by anyone. Superb video.
I agree with a lot of these rules except the cigar smoking. You will never be 100 feet away from anyone in an RV campground. At least I have never see it before. They build the RV campgrounds like parking lots. Most cigar smokers lite up in the evenings, I’m usually doing it at about 8-9 PM when other people are going to sleep. My outdoors speakers are playing music lightly so I can hear it but still hold a low level conversation outside when I’m talking to someone by the fire. When kids are outside on scooters and bikes and when people are walking around the campsites during the day, I keep my cigars tucked away.
That was a fantastic video!, I think everyone in the RV Community can learn something from that.
Yeah, I learned that there are a lot of know-it-alls out there amking up stuff as they go along. We've been RV'ing longer than they have and would observe that everyone has opinions about stuff, but what these folks said wasn't necessarily under the heading of "unwritten rules."
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I wish they would add those that build woodturning fire pits right next to a RV when the wind is blowing the smoke into your neighbors windows, not do this.
Starting on my sixth year full time. I totally agree with all you have mentioned. Might also want to add building a big campfire in the pit close to your neighbors RV. I encountered this in a Wisconsin RV Park, where they allowed open pit fires. I actually found black spots on my roof from floating ambers. Certain areas of the country seem to think open pit fire places are needed in RV Parks. I totally disagree with this. Nothing like smelling smoke inside your RV. Can't open your windows. RV Parks are not woodland campsites.
Thank you , you told what human decency should be . Also thank you for your friendly attitude it would a pleasure to be your camping neighbor.
OMG, Thank you so much for sharing these very important unwritten rules!
Thank you for your comments about the Smokers!!! UGH!!! I'm hoping to go boondocking to avoid the other people who have their sense of entitlement. I hope to be able to share the fresh air. Where I own a condo the renters can't smoke inside the units, so they smoke outside near other units. When asked not to smoke near the buildings they get belligerent!! Just because you paid for the cigarettes or cigars doesn't mean you get to share your second hand smoke with others in the area!!! Maybe I'll run into you two sometime while camping. Nice folks.
Myla Admin I have asthma, developed at a job where the smoke was so thick you couldn’t see through it. So cigarette smoke quickly triggers attacks. Almost died in an elevator once! I grew up with a Mom who smoked & lived with smokers and was ok before asthma. Don’t assume someone’s just being a whiny pill about it!
Agree with most but your comment about the A/C has me saying “get yours checked”. I’ve never had a A/C unit not cool my space to a dry 75 degrees. Dashboard and rooftop alike!
Number nine air-conditioning my air-conditioning in my camper keeps the camper very cool even in Phoenix at 100 it really works good.
Being kind and humble to others with good mannerisms has taken many a long ways. I appreciate your videos and fine efforts. LOL You guys remind me of Pat from the 700 Club. LOL
Not all RV’s are made the same. We have a 36 ft Newmar 5th wheel with R19 insulation all around and thermal windows. With only one AC it cools nicely inside ( we put the thermostat on 76) even in 90 plus degrees. It also cools down quickly ( like 10 minutes) if it has been closed with no AC.
My pet grip is with people we call Lookie Lou’s. They walk as close as possible your RV and peep inside.
One morning we were in a state park on a pull through loop. I was in my PJ’ s turned around and some creep was staring through my dining window.
Park ranger said to use a back in vs pull through so your living area is farther away from the road. Good advice.
Another great video. Some of these should be just plain common sense.
The flip side of #4. Do not plan on leaving at 6am; tear downs at that time is not appreciated!! I had a rude wake up once when someone fired up his massive class A diesel two spots over and left it running while getting ready to leave. Most of us want to enjoy the vacation and sleep in a little. If you're in a rush to move on, then leave the day before and overnight at a Wal-Mart or truck stop. Most RV parks post quiet hours and those apply to the early morning just as much as in the evening.
Just found your channel. Great tips! Thank you and keep up the good work! We were camping in a state park during off season. We were the only travel trailer there. Drove to site-see for the day. When we returned there was a 40 foot, motor home on part of our lot. Now these were very large lots, and around us all 102 lots were vacant. Please explain that one... people are so unbelievably rude.
Another rule, DON'T park your car in or on your neighbor's spot! I couldn't tell you how many times I have been blocked in by someone. I don't care if you are "just running in" or "will only be a minute"! If I am paying for a spot, its my spot. And if I have an emergency, your car will get hit as I leave. Now if you need to do something like move around in the spot and need to barrow my spot, ask! I am happy to let you if you ask but if you don't and I have to go somewhere, I have to waste my time tracking down who's car it is!
That's as basic as "pay for 2 seats on the airplane if you weigh >400 lbs." You paid for 1 spot...but you didn't pay for all of them.
Thanks so much for the information. We are living in a more rude world today and we need to be informed so that we can be good neighbors. Thanks for educating us!
Unfortunately just about everyone i meet while camping hasn't watched this. Because people dont have any etiquette anymore.
I don't even like to see ty T.v. on at a campground, as it takes away from the whole experience we went for.. right, it can ruin the atmosphere. Loves the vid :) y'all are a neat couple. And so knowledgeable!!
Absurd. Most "etiquette" people act like the HOA of campgrounds, trying to impose "rules" on everyone. Campgrounds are supposed to be fun, a vacation, not a prison. If the goal is quiet to "look at the stars," go to the boondocks, not where there's 250 other people. Common sense. Even worse, these HOA's are mobile, traveling from one campground to another making everyone miserable.
Dwight Stewart Maybe do something other than cut and paste your self centered diatribe on every comment you disagree with.
As a driver who grew up driving in southern California? I didn't learn about the left lane thing until I got out and started traveling. It's not really something that urban dwellers, with their multi-lane highways, think about. Which probably explains why grandpa doing the speed limit in the left lane usually has California plates. :)
Even in urban areas; If you’re not passing or soon to be passing another vehicle it’s one of the rules of the road to not be in lane 1 (left lane). I don’t believe its taught in driving schools enough. If somebody is approaching behind you and your in lane 1 you should move to lane two when safe to do so. Just remember it not your road it’s everybody’s and manners on the road matter too. Have a nice day.
I live in Oregon and the roads are very well marked that you have to use the right lane unless passing. I come upon Washington drivers all the time that routinely ignore those signs and will refuse to move to the right even when the lane is completely clear. They also tend to pull out in front of you more often than the locals. My wife and I have a joke that when we see someone staying in the left lane they are from Washington. I proves to be true more times than not.
I also was born and raised in So CA and certainly learned the rules of which lane to use and also taught my children the same. The worst habit I see here are people passing you in the right hand lane when they should be moving over and passing on you the left side. Mind you, I'm on a 5-lane highway in lane 2 on the right side. I also leave lane 1 on the right side empty for people who are wanting to exit or enter the highway.
I’ll smoke my cigar outside of my trailer whenever I want. If you don’t like the smell that’s your problem.
If a vegan came to your campsite and told you they didn’t like the smell of you BBQing meat what would you say?
I once went camping the guy next door had brought a lawnmower..!!!!! my pet hate from the burbs..
now I have noise cancelling headphones.. soooooo good.
Don't smoke cheap cigars
Yeah, especially if you're parked near Frank.....he'll be passing out the more expensive ones. Lol.
People smoke more than 'cigars' now a days ! Be mindful of everyone's kids, and always be safe with the open flames.
@@trenchantsometimes5149 Where does Frank park? I would love to swap, share and put smoke in the air! I do love my cigars and I'm the wife!
@@sharoncundiff7680 - I don't know. I don't know Frank and don't care to. Snobby people aren't to my liking. It seems some people in these places would have a problem with their neighbors having a gas attack. As if they would be expected to go inside to relieve their gas. If they tooted outside it would be repulsive to the snobs. They probably have a special "gas" tank installed on their rv.
Don't smoke. Period.
I love your CZcams channel and all of your advice. I will be getting an RV soon and I find your Podcast very informative as well. Thanks!
I wish more people saw this video. I camp frequently, and it is more common now for campgrounds to be lit up like city streets with campers' "decorative lighting," and even spot lights left on all night. I go camping for quiet, nature, peace....all of which are disappearing from state parks.
The reality of your rules is an eye opener. Thanks for the info cause having a camper next to me with lights, tv and noise defeats the whole purpose. That last one was the kicker. Great advice...haven't bought anything yet. More time to sleep on it 👍🏻 😊
Good points. Crowds of people, then people crowding. Just like a crowded city...and all the stuff you want I would want to get away from. Basically the same inconsiderate people go camping so be prepared and more are coming every year!
Can you please publish another book of tips with and addresses of RV techs. Your book on boondocking is excellent. Additionally you respond so quickly.
Thank you M and J
TVs on the outside of RVs make no sense to me but that's coming from someone who removed the one that came (on the inside) with my Roadtrek.
You're so cool!
I am trying to order my RT without a tv. I like to read.
Lots of people use them while tailgating. I would never use one in the middle of a national forest, but before a football game it makes a lot more sense.
Um NASCAR
jMon no t.v. for me. ! 😎
Most of these unwritten rules are common sense and typical respect for others which some people don't have these days. Thanks for sharing. You both did an excellent job on the video. Most people who aren't concerned about being a good rv neighbor will probably not even watch this though.
I disagree on the "rule" about not setting up at night. We work, and we get out when we can. If we can't leave our home for a weekend trip until 6PM on a Friday, and have a 4-6 hour drive ahead of us, we'll be setting up at night. That's the way it is for many of us who still work. We try to set up quietly when we arrive late, and use minimal amounts of artificial lighting, but we're not going to stay home for the week just because we don't have the schedule flexibility to show up at noon like the retirees.
Oh, and we're still in tents. I wish there'd be a "rule" about the RV people who run their generators all night long... that's got to be about the most irritating intrusion upon the great outdoors that I've encountered.
Cigars are fine if everyone is running a wood campfire and the sites are well spaced. Side to side and no fires is a problem.
These are all great tips based on simple, easy to understand common courtesies. We should all do what we can to make our fellow travelers enjoy their RV experience as much as we would like to enjoy our own.
Great info guys but one thing I wish you would comment on is tying up camp staff with unnecessary chit chat . We have been rv park owners for close to 20 years. We were full timers for 20 years then purchased a park. Great job, meet so many campers that are nice folks but at times we have a hundred folks staying here and its easy to get trapped into listening to stories of their trip for 5 to 15 minutes. Kills our work day. We have a community fire pit so campers don't have to deal with problems you discussed. Hears a good one though. Camper complained about the smell of smoke because he had respiratory problems. We asked the fire pit to let the fire die out because of the complaint. An hour later while doing a camp check the guy that complained was sitting on his camper bumper puffing on a cigarette. Will never ask a fire pit group to extinguish their fire.
#11 don't talk on your cell phone outside after dark or early in the morning.
Absurd. Most "etiquette" people act like the HOA of campgrounds, trying to impose "rules" on everyone. Campgrounds are supposed to be fun, a vacation, not a prison. If the goal is quiet to "look at the stars," go to the boondocks, not where there's 250 other people. Common sense. Even worse, these HOA's are mobile, traveling from one campground to another making everyone miserable.
Why is this any different from having a conversation with someone that is present?
Dwight Stewart No, you are absurd. Truly you are one of those inconsiderate a-holes they are talking about.
This is a rule that would not be a problem for me. I have T-Mobile. I'm sure whatever campsite I choose,I won't have service.
Mike....roflmao
If your camper does not need to be in a semi parking spot please do not take up a semi parking spot we are also having a shortage of parking as well
Tulsa Fox Amen. We truckers cannot park anywhere else and often have to drive many miles out of the way to park because campers -- even cars and pickup trucks -- think they are allowed to take up spaces reserved for 75-foot long 18 wheelers. Thank you.
double thumbs up on left lane rule. One more thing to add , as a former truck driver, avoid parking at a truck stop,nothing ticks off a truck driver than seeing campers at the truck stop and to boot, taking up two spots w/ the slides out. walmart is more easy on campers in there parking lot than truck drivers, we have even less parking . thanks for the videos, just bought a camper, looking foward to getting out of the tents, lol
One exception to the late night tv is in Alabama on iron bowl weekend…… we were at a state park last year, some guy had a 20’ projector screen and set up huge speakers….. didn’t hear of anyone complaining just thanking the guy as he invited the entire park (park was about half full) and park staff… 4 empty sites were full of people in chairs enjoying at great time. Lol