The Jayco Journal
Stories from the road, RV advice and news from the Jayco family.
HOW TRYING NEW THINGS ENRICHES MY LIFE
July 22, 2024
Fifty years old is when some people start to slow down, but I decided to crank it up. I believe that life is meant to be lived, and that you should never lose a sense of child-like curiosity.
RAISING LITTLE WOMEN
July 22, 2024
Four words changed our lives: I see three heartbeats. When we found out we were having triplets, all girls, it rocked us to our cores. Finding out you’re going to become a parent would make anyone reflect on their lives, and we were no different.
A SHOPPING GUIDE FOR NEW RVERS
July 22, 2024
The first time I stepped foot inside an RV also happened to be the first time I bought one. It was 2019 and my husband and I had decided that we wanted to try long-term traveling.
HOW TO SET UP AND TEAR DOWN YOUR TRAVEL TRAILER
July 19, 2024
Whenever you arrive at or leave a campsite, there are some specific steps you should always perform to ensure the safety of both you and your RV. Here we will go over how to set up and tear down your travel trailer, including both the interior and the exterior.
RVING FOR BEGINNERS
July 19, 2024
We wanted to figure out how to own less and have more––so we sold our house and most of our possessions, quit our traditional jobs, and went in search of what else life has to offer. The RVing lifestyle affords us the ability to travel fairly cheaply and in the comfort of our own home.
RVING THROUGH HISTORY: How to make RV travel educational and fun for the whole family.
July 19, 2024
My husband Dave and I are self-proclaimed history nerds, so passing along this love of the past to our four boys is one of our biggest parenting goals. The best way to accomplish this is to make sure that we don’t just read about history but actually experience the places where history happened.
HOW RVERS CAN GET CELL SERVICE & INTERNET WHILE TRAVELING
July 19, 2024
In today's digital age, having reliable cell service and Wi-Fi has become a necessity, especially for RVers on the move. Staying connected while on the road can be a challenge, as many remote and rural areas lack reliable cell coverage and internet access.
HOW TO RV CAMP WITHOUT RESERVATIONS
July 19, 2024
Our preferred way to travel and camp in our RV is without reservations. And while we understand this is not a possibility for everyone, we still try to encourage others to embrace the detours.
TIPS FOR ENJOYING THE NIGHT SKY WHEN RV CAMPING
July 19, 2024
Once you’re aware of some basic light courtesy practices while camping, it's time to enjoy the night sky! Here are some of our favorite tips for maximizing starry nights in your campground.
