Category: MyLife
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Boondocking Basics: How to Camp on Public Land
Published Date: March 25, 2025 By ShaleeOne of the best parts about having a Four Wheel Camper is the ability to camp in remote regions, far from maintained campgrounds and RV parks. Our campers are built for those magical, off-the-grid adventures where you must rely on your own equipment & expertise. Many times, these adventures include camping on public lands, such as national forests, national recreation areas, or BLM land. The term ‘boondocking’ is also referred to as ‘dispersed camping,’ which is a term given to camping on public lands outside of designated campsites. Boondocking campsites have no facilities such as water hookups, electricity, bathrooms, showers, fire rings, or picnic tables. This means that one must be fully self-sufficient when camping on these lands and, most Read More…
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Four Wheel Campers vs. Sprinter Vans
Published Date: March 11, 2025 By ShaleeTruck campers and Sprinter vans are two of the most popular choices for road travelers—both similar in purpose yet vastly different in design. The common thread? A passion for adventure, exploring new places, and embracing life on the road. If you’re trying to decide between a Four Wheel Camper and a Sprinter van, you’re not alone. It’s a significant investment, and each option has pros and cons depending on your travel style. At Four Wheel Campers, we’re all about truck campers, but our goal is to help you make the best choice for your needs. Here’s a breakdown of the key differences between the two. Four Wheel Campers | The Benefits of Truck Campers More & more adventurers are choosing Read More…
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9 Road Trip Hacks That Will Change the Way You Travel
Published Date: February 20, 2025 By ShaleeThere is truly no better feeling than hitting the road, with nothing but stunning landscapes and days filled with exploration and beauty lying ahead. To make your trip easier, whether going for one week or six months, you’ll want to add these road trip hacks to your trip: Road Trip Hacks That Will Change the Way You Travel 1. Download Maps for Offline Use Not every road trip destination has reliable cell service. Before you hit the road, download maps for offline use, this ensures you can still navigate even when you’re off the grid. You can download small areas (a national forest) or large areas (an entire state), but the larger your download area, the longer the download takes Read More…
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How Two Happy Campers evolved into full-time travel with their Four Wheel Camper
Published Date: January 22, 2025 By FWC AdminKnown online as Two Happy Campers, we’re Mark & Michele, photographers and full-time nomads for the past five years. Our story starts back in 2012 when we bought our Four Wheel Camper Hawk shell. We fell hard and fast in love with our camper that year and living on the road full-time quickly became a dream that we couldn’t shake. While we didn’t waste any time chasing that dream, it took a lot of trial and error to strike the perfect balance between comfort and adventure. At the time we had the belief that there was no way we would want to try and downsize from a house to just the truck camper for full-time living. Thus began our goldilocks Read More…
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Which National Parks Are Dog-Friendly?
Published Date: January 18, 2025 By ShaleeDogs love to make themselves at home in our pop up truck campers, and hitting the road with your furry best friend is often a dream come true. But traveling with dogs comes with some added limitations in National Parks, which are highly protected due to their fragile environment and wildlife. Each park has its own regulations designed to protect the environment, wildlife, and visitors. This can make it a little confusing when deciding what is and isn’t allowed for you and your furry friends. If traveling with your dog AND visiting national parks, here is everything you need to know about rules for pets in many of the major national parks around the United States: General Rules for Dogs Read More…
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Festive Feasts: Easy Holiday Recipes to Make on the Road
Published Date: December 16, 2024 By ShaleeSpending the holidays on the road is a certain kind of magic. Sure, it likely won’t look like a traditional holiday celebration, but that’s party of what makes it special! If you find yourself on the road for holidays this year and looking for a little culinary inspiration, we’ve curated a list of some of our favorite holiday recipes that are easy to throw together on the road, whether tent camping or spending the day in your truck camper. Minimal ingredients, maximum flavor, and simple cooking methods make these dishes perfect for your next adventure! Easy Holiday Recipes to Make on the Road 1. No-Bake Dessert: Festive Reindeer Bites Add a touch of whimsy to your holiday adventures with these Read More…
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How to Camp With Cats
Published Date: December 9, 2024 By ShaleePhotos by Shalee Wanders It’s pretty common to see friendly dogs happily running around camp, wagging their tails and swimming in lakes. Cats, on the other hand, are not so common. Camping with cats often garners confused and intrigued looks, along with a lot of questions. As a Four Wheel Camper owner who packs her rig with three cats for nearly every adventure, I’m here to say that cats make great camping companions! Sure, they are a little more delicate than dogs, but training a cat to camp is easier than many people initially believe. Here are my biggest tips if you’re interested in bringing your furry feline along on adventures: Biggest Tips for Camping With Cats: 1. Consistency is Read More…
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Which National Parks Require Reservations or Timed Entry in 2025?
Published Date: October 21, 2024 By ShaleeIf you’re planning a trip to a national park in 2025, it’s important to be aware of new and ongoing entry requirements. In an effort to manage increasing visitor numbers and protect the natural environment, several popular national parks have implemented reservation or timed entry systems. Entry permits and requirements started becoming popular across national parks after the pandemic when a surge of travelers started heading to open-air locations for vacation. And as much as we love to see an influx of travelers enjoying the great outdoors, it has made visiting certain national parks a bit more difficult! Many of the most popular parks, such as Yosemite or Rocky Mountain National Park, now have timed entry requirements during the summer Read More…
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How to Camp With Kids: The Ultimate Guide for Family Fun on The Road
Published Date: October 16, 2024 By ShaleeThere is no better feeling than watching your kids experience the world for the first time. They throw rocks into a river, jump from log to log, or roast marshmallows over an open fire. And yes, it’s expected that camping with kids isn’t nearly as easy as camping on your own, but the additional challenge also brings greater rewards. Kids thrive on the road, and we love to see them enjoying it in our Four Wheel Campers! Even though they aren’t full RVs, our truck campers are perfect for families, and many use them to enjoy time outdoors with their kiddos. Whether seasoned campers who are new parents or established families interested in starting to camp, here are all our Read More…
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Remote Work Tips for Nomads: How to Make Work Life Easier on the Road
Published Date: October 7, 2024 By ShaleeThese days, it’s not uncommon to work nomadically from the road. Many of our Four Wheel Camper family bought their rigs just for that – to work wherever, whenever! It’s a beautiful thing to work remotely from all corners of the world, but it also requires a fair amount of self-management and dedication. Plus, there are quite a few tricks you’ll learn along the way to make life easier! Whether new to the road life or looking to ease your current work situation, here are our biggest remote work tips for nomads 1. Have reliable power solutions This is a big one! When building your Four Wheel Camper, talk with the sales team if you plan to be fully remote Read More…
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6 Best States for Mountain Biking
Published Date: September 30, 2024 By ShaleeStrapping on your mountain bikes to your Four Wheel Camper is easy, making it the perfect rig setup to go out and explore the best mountain biking the States offer! Whether planning a road trip and wanting to hit some trails along the way or researching weekend adventures in your rig, we’re giving you the best states for mountain biking & top trail recommendations for your upcoming adventure. Happy biking! 1. Colorado Colorado is a mecca for mountain bikers, offering everything from high-altitude trails to technical descents. Areas like Crested Butte, Durango, and Fruita are internationally recognized for their well-maintained, diverse trail systems. Crested Butte, considered one of the birthplaces of mountain biking, offers breathtaking alpine views and challenging rides Read More…
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Where to Catch Salmon in The United States
Published Date: August 20, 2024 By ShaleeA day spent catching salmon is always considered a great day for anglers. And although Alaska is famous for its salmon fishing, there are many places in the United States that offer world-class salmon fishing. If you’ve been looking to plan that picture-perfect salmon fishing trip in your Four Wheel Camper, we’ve got all the best recommendations for you! Here’s a guide to some of the best spots across the country. 1. Alaska This one shouldn’t surprise anyone! When it comes to salmon fishing, Alaska is unparalleled. With its vast wilderness and pristine waters, it’s a haven for salmon enthusiasts. A road trip up to Alaska in your pop up truck camper is a once-in-a-lifetime trip we always recommend. 2. Read More…