First Time Van Life Tips
For many of our customers, we’ve found that they are not only new to van life, but also new to camping and RVing. This creates an awesome opportunity! Get ready to learn about everything from the systems in a van/RV to what to cook. And how to pack for a successful trip.
Brews, Bikes and Boondocking in Bend, Oregon
If you love the outdoors, good food and local beer, Bend is your road trip destination! With ample camping just outside of town right on the trail system, you can enjoy boondocking and nightlife all in one trip. Plus the high desert climate allows for outdoor recreation year round. Whether it be skiing, mountain biking, water sports, hiking or exploring the area's unique geology.
Galena Lodge for the Whole Family
One of our family’s favorite spots to camp and adventure is Galena Lodge, nestled in the beautiful and rugged Sawtooth mountains of southwest Idaho. Galena Lodge sits near the top of Galena Pass, between Sun Valley and Stanley, Idaho.
Van Life Adventures: Central Oregon Coast
When the hotter temps hit us in Boise, we hit the road! Cooler temps and sunny weather on the Oregon coast this time of year make for the perfect van get away. We have found the Central Oregon coast to be quieter than areas like Lincoln City, Newport or Cannon Beach.
Multi-Sport Adventure Weekend: Stanley Lake, Idaho
Just a few hours from Boise, Stanley Lake is the perfect family or group camping spot. Fishing, boating, hiking, and mountain biking. All in one beautiful setting with several boondocking as well as reservable campsites. Plus the convenience of being only a 15 minute drive to the charming mountain town of Stanley, Idaho, for supplies and ice cream.
Pros & Cons of Downsizing to a Van
Van life isn’t anything new… From the flower power VW buses of the 60s to the Westfalias of the 80s, and now the Class B RV, van life has been around for quite some time. And there are many reasons why people make the choice to downsize to a van.