OUR FAMILY CAMPING

This episode is all about the future of camping, RVing and road trips. The world has changed and the green movement is finding its way into the outdoor industry in many ways. Van life will certainly be a more affordable...

Scott is co-host of a fantastic backpacking podcast, Trust The Trail. He agreed to come on the show and share his years of experience and training with us. As a new backpacker, my goal was to suck up as much information...

This episode is all about gifts and gadgets for 20 bucks or less. Great ideas for stocking stuffers and other Christmas gtifts.

We found a few great apps to help you find walking, riding, even 4 wheeling trails around you. We are mostly interested in hiking trails, so we chose a favorite app to help. I had a great conversation with Glen...

This episode is all about how to perform damage control with your RV's depreciation. From buying to selling, and everything in between. We also have a couple of interesting stories from Yellowstone National Park.

This episode starts with some Airstream Items. First, a classic Airstream funeral coach, then a trailer they've discontinued due to quality issues. We also talk about rainy day camping activities and our final decision...

In this episode we asked you and other experienced campers and RVrs for that one piece of advice for newbies. Topics include everything from working with RV dealers to backing into a camp site. Budgeting, packing and a...

Kris and I are back from a great road trip. With Don's help, we'll share where we went, what we learned and what we will do differently.

Kris and I recorded this episode right after we purchased our new camp trailer, a 21' Springdale Mini RD. We think you'll enjoy the show.

In this episode I try to make a compelling case for always keeping a tent with your RV. I'm not sure Kris is buying it. We will be back with a new show next week.

August is in the rear view mirror, and September is full of travel plans, but we have you covered.

This week we poke some fun at our top 10 dumbest camping products. Also, RV insurance and boondocking at Disney.

This episode is about renting RVs and gear, and why it may be the right thing for you. And we've found a few things that have changed. Did you know you could rent an RV and book a campsite at the same time? We'll tell...

Bears, bison, gators and cows are all discussed in this episode. We even discuss the skunk. We also discuss what to do in case you're actually charged or attacked by one of these animals. ourfamilycamping.com

This episode was inspired by a podcast listener, looking for ideas for camping. There's reading, going for walks and playing games, but camping is your gateway to the world of outdoor activities. Winter or summer, the...

Here we are with another episode dedicated to questions many people ask. Some questions are from you, the listener, Others are commonly asked questions in Facebook groups and forums. Is it okay to travel with full RV...

Let's face it. Cars and crossovers are becoming more and more downsized, and pickup truck prices are going crazy. Along with all this, we're seeing the more and more push towards electric cars, car share services and...

This episode is all about value and safety. With both in mind, we'll give you are 5 reasons why a a travel trailer, be it a pull behind or a 5th wheel, is the all around best choice for families.

Getting there is half the fun. Can you tell a kitty cat from a kitty bobcat? The three types of fiberglass RV construction, and why we decided on aluminum siding on wood frame for our camper.

Buck, Kris and Don take on some of the most frequently asked camping and RVing questions.

This week we talk about setting up camp. From leveling your RV to getting that campfire started, we're on it. Also, the pros and cons of storing your RV at home or in a storage facility.

Why does your tent smell bad, and how to clean it properly. The difference between green firewood and wet firewood, and how to tell.

The ups and downs of moving from tent to pop-up camper. Kris, Don and I discuss the pros and cons of tent camping vs stepping up and buying a pop up camper.

We want to use this episode to introduce our selves. We are Buck and Kris Ballard. We have 3 grown children and 8 grandchildren. In this episode, as in most future shows, we are joined by our son Don Ballard. Don will...