Cold Weather Camping
A surprise June blizzard means using our winter camping knowledge
Cold weather camping requires an RV have a dependable and adequate source of heat, reliable batteries with enough amperage for your needs and a way to charge them, full propane tanks, plenty of warm clothes, extra food for “just in case” situations, and some way of receiving weather reports.
Winter is a beautiful time of year. Some of the features of camping in cold weather are no bugs, no crowds, incredible quiet, and a tranquil atmosphere. But cold weather camping is more labor intensive. It is also a wonderful experience, when one is properly prepared. Here are some hints we were given and found useful:
– Remember that batteries become more difficult to recharge as the temperature drops
– Keep antifreeze in holding tanks so drains won’t freeze.
– Crack a windown when heating the RV with any type of propane or solid fuel heater
– Keep lower cabinet doors ajar so water lines will not freeze.
– A hair blow dryer can be useful for thawing frozen drains and iced over doors. A can of de-icer is an alternative.
– Each night disconnect sewer and water hoses. Bring the water hose into the RV to prevent freezing (we stow ours in the shower stall).
The bottomline is be safe and enjoy.
