Now I understand KOA campgrounds!
Now I understand KOA campgrounds!
when it comes to campsites I am a bit of a snob. i want solitude, with amazing views. Which is why I never really had any time for KOA (Campgrounds of America). But I just realized I had it all wrong.
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Choosing a kayak – Length Matters – https://youtu.be/WA03swEdKhM
Choosing a kayak – Understanding rocker – https://youtu.be/1r_0_kh_5vo
3 season VS 4 season tents – https://youtu.be/8M9JF4zkIRY
First Aid Kits – https://youtu.be/f2wRasXr1qI
Paddling in High Winds – https://youtu.be/43ZeZgUhDbY
KOA Campgrounds – https://youtu.be/Mb8eTWfXCCE
Kayaking Skills Videos
Packing your kayak – https://youtu.be/AeS5c8bj0aA
Edging your kayak – https://youtu.be/XmOj8l6Szj4
Turning a long Kayak – https://youtu.be/pjpNcIJ_jZs
Mastering the Forward Stroke – https://youtu.be/A2gYJK-u8TY
Teaching the Forward Stroke – https://youtu.be/CM-gQcVkK9o
Tips for the outdoors:
Ten tips for Sea kayakers – https://youtu.be/vVQYZHQWxO0
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We installed a diesel parking heater (Planar 2D Air Heater) beneath the passenger seat in your old van, and that has been amazing for keeping us and the dog warm at night. While it was not especially cheap OR quick to install (there are a lot of helpful youtube videos to help get you through the install), it has been well worth the investment to help us extend van trips into the colder months. You could probably cook a chicken with our diesel air heater, it gets so hot!
Having never thought of a KOA before either, I’m a total fan now. It was just me and my child, State Park lost all power due to wind storm. No one at park office, no cell coverage, no nothing. Welp, we headed off to the nearest campsite I could find on map, KOA. I was totally blown away by the amenities. Hot shower, clean running water, flushable toilets, a quick shop so to speak in the office with hot made to order food. It was everything I didn’t know I needed. The best part, about 20 other kiddos roaming around without a care in the world. My son was in nirvana. He was running around till midnight having the time of his life with all his new pals, it’s how I grew up. Now you’ve got to set up play dates months in advance. Anyway, not having ever even thought of KOA’s, I was completely shocked and happily surprised. We have since booked in KOA 2 more times. Oh, we needed the same thing, 110 outlet to run our space heater, whiteout blizzard. Great content, thanks for the info and letting us tag along.
Showers are always nice after a long time without one👍 your pups dont like to get in the sleeping bag with you?
Mine never did until it got really cold once and he crawled under.
Basically like Mcdonalds, you typically know what you are getting
Yep
We use KOA on trips, they’re handy to find and they have fairly level sites. Your RV costs of depreciation, insurance, and fuel probably cost more than the KOA
Thanks for explaining this
How much a night
Bold of you to assume I can afford KOAs 😂
Great information. I’ll be on a motorcycle and tent camping.
I personally prefer state parks but wondered about these when I have grand children.
How does the check in process look like at KOA?
Glad you came to the light side 🙂
I’m in agreement, KOA is only about getting those amenities. I often use them when I’m on a longer road trip and I know that I just want to have a quick hop off after driving late into the night, have a sleep and then wake up and take a shower, and then get on the road again.
I appreciate your take on this and I agree. Having full services is a nice thing, but it’s totally different than more rugged forms of camping. I think the hotel or resort analogy is pretty spot on. We don’t have KOA in Canada, but we do have some similar ‘camping’ resorts.
Why not consider a small generator, you could run an electric heater off one.
Many state and National parks charge you for the camping
Koa is a shit corporation. Raise prices??? They use people, like all corporations. Avoid!!!!!
You should be on “Naked and Afraid” sounds like you would do amazing on that show.
Agree with comments on KOA. Have used them since 2007. You can usually expect a certain level of quality and services.
I’m not a big fan of KOA’s, but we have used them in the past. There are a couple pluses, however. Usually they are right off a major highway or interstate. You don’t have to go out of your way for the most part to find one on a long trip. Second, if it’s not a holiday weekend you can usually make a reservation that day and get a spot. That’s because they can be expensive for a night. Most people that travel opt in to find a place that’s cheap to stay. One thing I don’t like about them is you are usually packed in like sardines. But, if it’s only for a night it’s not a big deal. If you have kids, there are some things to keep them busy and most have a pool. Would I stay in one if I could find a place that is cheaper and decent?…No. But, we will continue to use them occasionally on our trips.
I love your bull terrier! From a fellow van camper and bull terrier owner.