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Blue Cab Over Truck with Sleeper Camper

noreply@blogger.com (John Pape) — Tue, 28 Apr 2015 04:22:00 +0000

1950's style cab over truck painted metallic blue. Nice clean restoration. Attached is a sleeper with that attaches to the cab with accordion rubber boot. To finish it off they installed a truck bed.

Truck Camper News in Review April 19-25

noreply@blogger.com (John Pape) — Sun, 26 Apr 2015 15:00:00 +0000

Elite anglers take on the Big G

There are two words that excite any bass angler, Lake Guntersville. Known as the Big G, the lake spreads out over 56,000 surface acres along the Tennessee River. It is also the state's largest body of water. Lake Guntersville is a bass mecca. Depending ... (source: Anniston Star)

42-mile trail among latest Mich. recreation additions

Detroit — The 42-mile Fred Meijer Clinton-Ionia-Shiawassee Trail is one of the latest additions to Michigan's extensive trial network and those involved in the project say it expands recreation options and will make rural roads safer. A ribbon-cutting ... (source: The Detroit News)

Destination Recreation: Spring Hiking

Just before you get into Stowe Village on Route 100, take a left onto Moscow Road. You'll go about two miles, cross a bridge and take another left onto Cotton Brook Road. "We are in the Cotton Brook Block of the Mount Mansfield State Forest," says Pete ... (source: WCAX)

Camping and wildfire danger

SHERWOOD – Dry conditions continue, unchanged the DNR says from Thursday, but fire crews are preparing for a weekend of wildfires. Several counties now have burn bans or advisories in place in the hopes of preventing that. The wildfire risk is very ... (source:Fox11online.com )

A Comfy Compact Camping Chair That Packs Away Into Its Own Legs

Even if you've opted to spend a weekend car camping instead of truly roughing it with nothing but a pack on your back, you still don't want to pack too much stuff. So in lieu of a couple of awkward folding lawn chairs for cozying up next to the fire ... (source: Gizmodo)

Camping Comfortably

Last Friday I let go of the illusion that I am not middle-aged when I walked into REI in search of a new sleeping pad for camping. I have always prided myself on my ability to sleep for weeks on end on the thinnest of mats with nothing but a fleece in ... (source: Palo Alto Online (blog))

Make a Simple, Self-Inflating Camping Pillow Out of Memory Foam

Once it's all put together, you can roll it up and secure it with a strap. When you undo the strap, the memory foam expands to self-inflate your pillow. Good sleep can be hard to come by when you're camping, but a decent pillow might help. Check out ... (source: Lifehacker)

Albany, Schenectady improving access to Hudson, Mohawk rivers

Lakes, ponds, streams, waterfalls or beaver vlys — there's just something about water that draws the eye and soothes the soul. We put the sounds of water — waves at the beach or a babbling brook — into meditation mixes. But when it comes to where we ... (source: Albany Times Union)

The Trail Less Traveled: Heath, Women of Weatherby changing the outdoors world

Hope springs eternal, however, and recently I came upon a bright spot in this journey. I met Haley Heath in the Weatherby booth at the NRA convention in Nashville, Tenn. Heath has been a veteran of the outdoor and shooting industry for many years, and ... (source: The Daily Citizen)

Olympic National Park closes Enchanted Valley to camping after bears approach ...

The park said the Enchanted Valley area is closed to all camping between Pyrites Creek and the O'Neill Pass trail junction. The six-mile section of trail between these two locations remains open for hiking, but there is no camping above Pyrites Creek ... (source: Q13 FOX)

Comal River closed to recreation

NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas – The Comal River will be closed to recreation for the remainder of Saturday. The announcement, made by the New Braunfels Police Department, cites high and fast-moving water as the reason for the closure. River conditions will ... (source: FOX 29)

Destination Recreation: Burlington Tree Walk

"We're starting with this tree right here which is an eastern red cedar which is actually a type of juniper. And if you're familiar with cedar chests, the wood from cedar chests comes from the eastern red cedar," says Nancy Knox with Branch Out Burlington. (source: WCAX)

Larimer County officials work on canyon recreation plan

Larimer County and the city of Loveland will be at two of the meetings to share the draft recommendations from A Bigger Vision for the Big T, an assessment of recreation and conservation opportunities along the Big Thompson River and North Fork. • May ... (source: Loveland Reporter-Herald)

RE Thompson brings learning outdoors

Students Demarion Newsome and Desmonda Sanford carry a bag of mulch for the outdoor classroom being constructed Friday at R.E. Thompson, made possible through a grant from Alabama Wildlife Federation and Lowe's Toolbox for Education. (source: Times Daily)

Outdoors gear maker Cascade Designs moving into Reno

Cascade Designs, an outdoors gear firm, is moving about 100 manufacturing and distribution jobs from its Seattle-based headquarters to Reno. The company, which oversees MSR, Therm-a-Rest, Platypus, SealLine, PackTowl and Hummingbird products, will ... (source: Reno Gazette Journal)

How to save money for vacation from 11 travel experts

Summer travel season is right around the corner, a time of year when many Americans take a break from work and school for some much-needed R&R. For those of us planning on taking a vacation this summer, the time off doesn't come cheap — American ... (source: Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Travel Channel's Sama

ntha Brown offers tips for trips

Longtime viewers of the Travel Channel are sure to know Samantha Brown, who has hosted a variety of shows including “Great Hotels,” “Girls Meets Hawaii,” “Passport to Europe,” “Great Weekends” and “Samantha Brown's Asia” since the early 2000s. (source: NewsOK.com)

The Benefits of Camping

noreply@blogger.com (John Pape) — Thu, 23 Apr 2015 20:05:00 +0000

In 2012 there were over 3 million more Americans campers than in 2012. That is a remarkable increase in popularity! A study by the American Camp Association revealed that nearly 74% of kid tried an activity they were fearful of doing before camping. And 63% found it so fun they continued the activity once the returned home. It's no wonder they do because as many of you know camping is a fun and exciting activity. There is so much one can learn and experience.

Source: http://www.campjellystone.com/

This infographic has been brought to you by Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp Resorts. With Camp Jellystone, you can have affordable family camping including RV campgrounds and cabin rentals.

Ice Fishing Shack Camper

noreply@blogger.com (John Pape) — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 20:09:00 +0000

There is a company in Canada that manufactures Ice Fishing shelter out of polyethylene. They are rotational molded making the body seamless. Here is one installed on a truck

Here is view of the inside.

As you can see there is shelf and two bench seats. There is a plywood floor that cover the holes used while ice fishing.

source http://www.koendersmfg.com/fishing.htm

Truck Camper News in Review Week of April 12-18

noreply@blogger.com (John Pape) — Sat, 18 Apr 2015 16:44:00 +0000

News and Information related to Camping, Travel, and Recreation

The 38 Most Inspiring Travel Quotes of All Time

Whether you're in between trips or deep in the throes of armchair travel, these must-share quotes from eloquent travelers like Tina Fey, Anthony Bourdain, and the Dalai Lama are guaranteed to fan the flames of your insatiable wanderlust. (source:Yahoo Travel)

Devices and Apps for Heading Outdoors After the Thaw

With models like Style, Sport and Tough, Fugoo speakers are designed for a range of outdoor uses. Each speaker has the same core technology, including six internal drivers — two tweeters, two woofers and two passive radiators — that offer a full ... (source:New York Times)

This Ain't Camping: Over-the-Top RV Resorts to Enjoy Minus the RV

Always known for trendsetting approaches to family travel, franchises like Yogi Bear's Jellystone Parks and KOA are leading the way when it comes to parks that combine amenities and non-camping accommodations. North Texas Jellystone Park at Rustic ... (source: Yahoo Travel)

Denver defends camping ban against legislative attack on law

A Denver official defended the city's urban camping ban Wednesday as a last-ditch legal tool needed to move homeless people out of the way of businesses when all other attempts to help them have failed. The testimony from Regina Huerter, executive ... (source: Denver Business Journal)

Military Truck with Cobose Camper

noreply@blogger.com (John Pape) — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 18:55:00 +0000

source:http://gypsyjournalrv.com/2013/02/more-oddball-rvs/

Six Items Every Camper Must Have

noreply@blogger.com (John Pape) — Mon, 13 Apr 2015 19:53:00 +0000

Have the right tool at the right time will make your camping experience more pleasurable. Here are just a few items that will make life easier on the road. You may already have these but just in case you don't here they are.

I am sure that most of you will agree that this is only a few items that you will need for your camping adventures. Perhaps you have some other favorites. If you do please share your comments and let everyone know what tools you find essential

Log Cabin Camper

noreply@blogger.com (John Pape) — Sat, 11 Apr 2015 04:04:00 +0000

There is no end to the creativity in homemade campers. That includes this unusual Log cabin themed camper.

source:http://gypsyjournalrv.com/2013/02/more-oddball-rvs/

Vintage Tonka Truck and Camper

noreply@blogger.com (John Pape) — Thu, 09 Apr 2015 04:03:00 +0000

I came across this really cool Tonka Truck and Camper. I think it is a classic.

Vintage item from the 1960s
Materials: pressed steel, rubber wheels
Turquoise
Made by Tonka
Truck with removable camper
Rear door missing

Measures 14 inches long, 8 inches tall, 6 inches wide

source: https://www.etsy.com/listing/154859001/vintage-pressed-steel-tonka-truck-camper

ThermaCELL MR-9S Mosquito Repellent Pest Control Outdoor and Camping Cordless Lantern

noreply@blogger.com (John Pape) — Fri, 03 Apr 2015 00:49:00 +0000

Mosquitoes can be an annoyance while camping outdoors. You slather your self with repellent to keep them at bay. This Lantern can help keep the critters away. Bugs are attracted to lights at night. This lantern will create light and deter the mosquitoes. The repellant pad is heated by butane. It works by emitting a vapor released by the Allethrin that is "virtually odorless." when heated. The butane cartridges last about 12 hours and the pads about 4. They are both replaceable,

Here are some of the features of this item.

Shields a 15 x 15-foot area
Light produces 300 lumens
Light settings include: Low/Med/High/SOS
D-cell batteries (not included) provide 50 hours of light on highest setting
Battery life indicator turns from blue to orange to red as power drains

ThermaCELL products that have been field tested by the Department of Defense and are endorsed by the North American Hunting Club, Good Housekeeping Institute and Parade Magazine.

You can get it here: ThermaCELL MR-9S Mosquito Repellent Pest Control Outdoor and Camping Cordless Lantern, Dark Bronze

Pop Up Camper Tent VW Van

noreply@blogger.com (John Pape) — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 19:23:00 +0000

I really like this concept. It has a pop up roof for additional head room inside. Roll out awnings that come out from both sides of the vehicle for lots of shade. The the awnings are have a netted screen to create an enclosed area to help keep the bug out. The seat flatten out to make a bed. On the roof is a set of solar panels to help power the camper. Of course as I look at this I wonder how the side fold in when the roof is lowered.

source: http://inhabitat.com/6-cool-camper-and-tent-designs-for-a-summer-adventure/solar-eco-camper/?extend=1

Exploded View Camper Construction

noreply@blogger.com (John Pape) — Thu, 26 Mar 2015 19:10:00 +0000

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Biofuel-Powered Hybrid Home on Wheels

noreply@blogger.com (John Pape) — Mon, 23 Mar 2015 19:15:00 +0000

Inspired by gypsy caravans, Sunray Kelly took his vintage 1984 Toyota dolphin camper vehicle, deconstructed the camper shell, and built a canted-wall, curved-roof frame out of recycled aluminum. This camper is called the Gypsy Wagon, it's got a wild new shape and a unique solar/electric/diesel hybrid power plant. The front camper window is really great looking that I imagine provides a great outside view from the inside.

source: http://www.motherearthnews.com/green-homes/home-on-wheels-sunray-kelley.aspx

Pickup Truck Camper Cutaway, 1967

noreply@blogger.com (Couchman ) — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 18:44:00 +0000

This pickup truck camper was pretty state-of-the-art stuff for RVs in the late 1960s.

It had a pass-through to the cab; 12v outlets; aircraft inclinometers to indicate when the camper was leveled off; stiff springs; and an over-the-cab bunk.

Source: Popular Mechanics May 1967

1976 Woodsman 4x4 RV

noreply@blogger.com (Couchman ) — Tue, 27 Jan 2015 23:35:00 +0000

Brian Terris submitted photos of his 1976 Woodsman. It originally came with a 360, but he is building a healthy 440 for it and will be converting it to part time 4wd. It was stripped out of it when he bought it. I did not realize that the back door lifted up like that. Does anyone have more information about these neat rigs?

1966 Dodge Power Wagon W300 Chinook RV

noreply@blogger.com (Couchman ) — Mon, 19 Jan 2015 23:48:00 +0000

Texas resident Aaron Arnold has been collecting Power Wagons for over 20 years and recently brought home this rare 4×4 RV from New Mexico. It is a 1966 Dodge W300 Power Wagon with a 1966 Chinook full Camper body. It has a 318-3 Premium Poly, NP435 Trans, NP 201 T-case, and Braden LU-2 PTO winch. The Chinook Camper needs some attention to the ceiling but is still in good condition. The truck runs and operates and he is working on the camper part of it now.

Truck Campers Past | Photo Gallery Vintage Campers

noreply@blogger.com (Couchman ) — Tue, 13 Jan 2015 15:55:00 +0000

Create Your Own RV Blog

noreply@blogger.com (Couchman ) — Wed, 10 Dec 2014 17:15:00 +0000

So let me guess: You love to RV. And you love reading RV blogs.

Don’t wait. Today is your day to start a RV blog! Let’s go!

THE THREE STEPS TO 4x4 BLOGDOM:
1. Domain Name and Hosting
2. Installing WordPress
3. Making it Pretty

1) DOMAIN NAME AND HOSTING

This part is fun!

What do you want your domain name to be?

Mine is (um, obvi) TruckCamperHQ.com. Here’s what worked for us –> Brainstorm as many different ideas as possible. Once you have thought of some possibilities head to Bluehost to see if your domain name is available by entering it in the box that looks like this:

You’ll also need to host your domain name. Hosting is like renting space on the web to display your blog. Bluehost has great rates and gives you your domain name for free if you decide to host with them.
You know how I love a good deal!

Below is a screenshot of what I use for package information settings.

The Domain Whois Privacy shields your personal address and phone number from being displayed to the public.

2) INSTALLING WORDPRESS

Once you’ve completed registration with Bluehost you’ll need to go through the process of installing WordPress.

WordPress is a blogging software. The best part is that it’s SUPER easy to use and it’s also super easy to install on your website. BINGO.

Here’s how: Login to Bluehost and scroll down to the Software/Services section of the first page. Click on WordPress logo.

On the next page click the option to “Install a brand new version”.

Here is what your installation preferences should look like:

Click complete. Once you get the “Installation Complete” you’ll want to make note of the Login URL, Username, and Password to avoid lost password annoyance and frustration at yourself later. You can change these to something more personal and memorable later, but you’ll need them for your first time logging in.

Type your Login URL into your web browser. You’ll see a login screen like the one below. Enter your Username and Password you copied down from the previous step.

3) MAKE IT PRETTY

At this point, you officially have your own RV blog! Wahooooo! How does it feel? You can now type in your domain, and you'll see your newly created WordPress blog.

Congratulations!

If I had a "that was easy button," I would tell you to press it right now.

Because, wow --- that WAS easy. Right?

You’re minutes away from sharing your famous RV with the world.

You can click here to download our eBook and join the Truck Camper HQ newsletter.

Monster Truck Motorhome: Take Your RV Off Roading

noreply@blogger.com (Couchman ) — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 15:40:00 +0000

This motorhome is a different take on a monster truck RV.

Where would you take this monster truck motorhome that would require this extreme outfitting.

Everyone's Talking About This Awesome 40 Year Old Beetle Camper

noreply@blogger.com (Couchman ) — Tue, 02 Dec 2014 21:35:00 +0000

Look how maneuverable this thing is! I've hauled trailers before, and had to back them up, and always found that process a brain-melting exercise in frustration. Why aren't these common now?

Maybe now's the time — maybe all the attention is a sign. It's time. Time for revolution. Revolution via towing little trailers. I'm ready.

A Fire Truck Camper: Because You Are Just That Bad of a Cook

noreply@blogger.com (Couchman ) — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 16:33:00 +0000

What is better than this? Camping with a RV that can help get a cat from a tree and can allow you to run red lights. This fire truck camper does it all...

Saw It Liked It: Delorme InReach Explorer

noreply@blogger.com (Couchman ) — Tue, 19 Aug 2014 19:02:00 +0000

Some day, there will be an easy, affordable, and lightweight way to combine smartphone with satellite capabilities for text and emergencies. Until then, we’ll have to be happy with incremental progress, like the Delorme InReach Explorer. Previous InReach models simply connected to your phone the Explorer handheld gives you GPS capabilities and rudimentary mapping, as well as letting you send and receive texts via satellite. Most compelling, you aren’t tethered to an annual contract, but can buy monthly use.

Guest post - Overland Expo EAST

noreply@blogger.com (Couchman ) — Wed, 09 Jul 2014 02:21:00 +0000

In the last six years, the Overland Expo has grown from its enthusiastic beginnings to the largest event of its kind in the world—a combination of overlanding university, outdoor shopping mall for all things related to vehicle-dependent travel from flashlights to $300,000 Global Expedition Vehicles, and—perhaps most important of all—social event during which people from all over the world meet, share experiences, and plan new ones.

When attendance passed 6,000 people, we realized it was time to share the event with the other side of the U.S. (And it’s not as if we could have ignored the three or four hundred emails that came in each year from the “back side” of the Mississippi.) So we’re delighted to annouce the first Overland Expo EAST, scheduled for October 3rd through 5th at Taylor Ranch, just eight miles outside Asheville, North Carolina.

As westerners we naturally assume we have an exclusive on beautiful landscapes, but North Carolina shut that up. The Blue Ridge Mountains captivated us, and Taylor Ranch, the site for the 2014 event, is nestled in their foothills among pine and oak trees. Asheville proved to be perfect as a convenient urban hub, with—among other benefits—the densest population of microbreweries we’ve seen anywhere.

Registration is now open for Overland Expo EAST, and we are working on the schedule of classes. Our partner Land Rover will be there in force, and we’ll have a challenging driving track where attendees can receive expert instruction behind the wheel of a new Range Rover or LR4. Our Camel Trophy training team members will be there as well, and we’re working on a suite of advanced driving and recovery scenarios, along with classes in winching, ropework (Need a bridge? No problem), and all our other offerings from loading and lashing to provisioning and cooking, from navigation to photgraphy.

At Overland Expo WEST the percentage of attendees with truck campers has been increasing steadily, and campers now fill a substantial part of the day-pass parking and camping areas. Since Roseann and I drive a 2012 Tacoma fitted with a Four Wheel Camper (the JATAC—our second such setup), we’re perfectly happy with this—a truck camper is simply one of the best compromises for those of us who like to get off the beaten track while remaining comfortable for weeks at a time.

We hope to see a bunch of truck campers at Overland Expo EAST as well. Please visit the Overland Expo home page HERE for more information. And many thanks to Joshua for the opportunity to be here!

Different Types of Truck Campers

noreply@blogger.com (Couchman ) — Mon, 30 Jun 2014 12:17:00 +0000

Truck campers are an American institution. They help people to enjoy the great outdoors in comfort and style.

If you are in the market for a truck camper, it can be a difficult decision to make. You first need to understand what the best truck camper for your needs will be. You need to choose one that matches in with your particular needs, lifestyle and also budget.

With so many truck campers for sale it is a mine field. To help you out, a summary list of the most common truck campers is provided below. Enjoy!

Arctic fox truck camper

This camper is the most popular truck camper in both Oregon and Washington. The reason is simple. It can be used in any conditions – especially the cold – and is a true all weather camper.

They also have huge slide outs and are home built in Oregon. A great choice if you are heading out in any weather.

Truck bed campers

As its name suggests this is a truck camper that has a bed. It can come in many shapes or forms, ranging from metal frames to wood structure to simple canvas.

If you are using the truck camper for overnight trips then you need to have a bed. Simple!

Slide in truck campers

These are truck campers that have moveable walls. These walls allow the space of the interior to be expanded.

To have slide in’s you need to have a frame design – not a pop up. It can be a great option if you have more than two people using the camper as it creates significantly more space.

Pop up truck campers

Pop up truck campers are perfect if you are traveling long distances and want to minimize weight and wind resistance. In other words, save fuel!

The pop ups are low profile and the roof has to be raised mechanically when camping. They can be both soft walled or hard walled depending on the design.

They are often well priced and make for a versatile option.

Pick-up truck campers

This refers to when a camper is placed on the back of a pick-up truck.

Perfect for those who want space, and the power to tow anything – or go anywhere.

The only downside is fuel efficiency. But it’s a worthwhile compromise!

Small truck campers

As the name suggests these are smaller truck campers that generally include a small living areas and a bed.

They are perfect for couples, or people looking to get away for only a few nights.

We know of a lot of people who use these as a way to save money when traveling.

As a benefit, depending on the vehicle they are placed on, they can almost go anywhere.

In summary, when you see a truck camper for sale, you need to quickly assess if it matches your needs.

The key questions to ask yourself are: What is my budget, what are my space requirements, and where will I be going in the truck camper.

If you ask these, then finding the right truck camper for your needs becomes a lot easier.

History of Truck Campers

noreply@blogger.com (Couchman ) — Mon, 30 Jun 2014 12:13:00 +0000

There is something distinctively American about truck campers. Looking at their unique and versatile design, as well as the freedom they provide, it’s easy to see why used truck campers and in particular adventurer truck campers are high on the agenda for many weekend warriors.

What’s more, truck campers are popular with a diverse range of people.

Horseback riders love them! Especially, when they have competitions or are camping in the wilderness.

Fishermen, hunters and other outdoor sports people love them because they can go anywhere and carry anything.

Families love them because they can go on family holidays and get away from the big smoke.

The biggest benefit of course is that they are large enough and strong enough to tow horse floats, boats, and trailers. It makes the great outdoors experience even greater.

People often ask: When were the first invented? The answer to this is below.

When were truck campers first invented?

These versatile recreational vehicles were first developed in the mid-1940s. Clever engineers saw a need for a vehicle that could go anywhere, and that you could also sleep in.

Effectively they were based on the design of a pick-up truck.

Modern truck campers

Moving forward 70 odd years, they have evolved to include dozens of different options. There are now pop up truck campers, light weight truck campers and adventurer truck campers to choose from.

Any type of recreational vehicle that can be easily pulled apart and changed, qualifies as a truck camper. That’s a lot of vehicles!

Manufacturers

As it’ such an American concept, there are still many truck camper manufactures in the United States and Canada.

Many of these companies go beyond just the vehicles, and also manufacture truck camper jacks, truck camper tie downs and truck camper tops.

While there are many overseas manufactures, because of the patriotism at play, many people choose to pay slightly more and have a homemade truck camper. They also look great with American flags on them!

Used truck campers

While many people choose to buy new truck campers, used truck campers are generally in very good condition, and cost significantly less than their more expensive brand new cousins.

There are literally hundreds of places in the US where you can by yourself a used truck camper, so you have many options to choose from.

World’s largest truck camper!

For information, the world largest truck camper, is believed to be a Snow River camper which was produced in British Colombia in Canada. The design is a total of 18 feet long and is placed on top of a massive Ford F550. It has removable jacks and even includes a dryer and dishwasher. Now that’s living!

It’s a great design and shows just how inventive you can be with a truck camper.

In short, truck campers have a long history in the United States as well as in other parts of the world - Australia in particular has a lot of truck campers.

They are more than just a vehicle. Truck campers are a lifestyle choice that enable people to enjoy their hobbies, have freedom and live the American dream.

If you have been considering buying one, then it is well worth looking at the different options available to you. They are a great investment and can create hours of fun.