Resources

Traveling during a federal shutdown? Use our updated Shutdown Camping Guide (2025) for what's open and legal alternatives. Last updated: October 2, 2025 • Maintainer: Chuck Price (chuck@chuckprice.org) • Non-partisan resource Quickly explains what's open/closed and...

Plan Your Best RV Trip: A Comprehensive Free Planner & Checklists By: Chuck Price | Boondock or Bust Last Updated: September 6, 2025 (TL;DR): This comprehensive guide provides a complete, 100% free travel planning system covering the full lifecycle of RV and...

The Permit Reality No One Explains By Dr. Sarah Chen • September 2025 • ~12–14 minute read TL;DR: Don’t anchor your 2026 road trip to a single lottery hike. Zion’s Angels Landing success rate averaged ~39% in 2023, with big swings by month (e.g., ~31% in June vs. ~87%...

How to File an RV Insurance Claim Without Losing Your Mind By Chuck & Cindy Price, Factual Analysis by Boondock or Bust Executive Summary (TL;DR): An RV insurance claim is a formal request for compensation for a covered loss. The process is significantly more...

Problem Solved: How to Find Free (or Cheap) Water & Dump Stations By [Author Name] • Read time: 12 minutes • Last updated: August 2025 Key stat: Average RV park charges $50 for water, dump, and trash services Main solution: Community-tested alternatives can reduce...

Complete 2025 Guide to Prevent Costly Freeze Damage Read time: 8 minutes • Key stat: Over 60% of RV owners experience freeze-related damage • Main solution: Proper winterization saves $1,000-$4,600 in repairs • Expert guidance: Industry-approved techniques and premium...

Your Complete Guide to Fix the Funk in 2025 By Sarah Jenkins, Certified RV Technician · Reviewed by Mike Wendell, RVDA Master Certified Technician · Last updated: August 8, 2025 An unexpected smell can ruin an RV trip. It is a frustrating and common problem. The core...

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park has implemented a mandatory parking tag system requiring all vehicles parked longer than 15 minutes to display a valid permit, creating confusion among its 12 million annual visitors. This comprehensive guide provides detailed...

Breakdown of Costs, Locations & Real Value By Chuck Price - Last updated July 14, 2025 - ~12-minute read (3386 words) TL;DR — RV Overnights (RVO) costs $ 49.99 per year for access to 1,069 hosts, with 36% offering electric hookups. Harvest Hosts (HH) ranges from $...

Navigating New Challenges & Hidden Alternatives Last Updated: September 3, 2025 | Read Time: 12 minutes | Expert-Verified Information TL;DR: The Bottom Line for 2025 Campers Record visitation but manageable with smart planning. National parks saw 331.9 million...