Want to try boondocking but have no idea where to start? Squatch breaks down off-grid camping for total beginners: where to go (legally and free), how to manage your power, water, and waste, and how to stay safe and camp responsibly your first time out. Includes a printable checklist.

"Why won't my water get hot?!" Squatch does a deep dive on RV tankless water heaters: how they actually work, the quirks that make people think they're broken (hello, cold water sandwich), a step-by-step troubleshooting run-down, and an honest answer on whether upgrading is worth it for the way you camp.

Your battery bank is the real heart of your RV's power system — and where folks waste the most money guessing. Squatch breaks down lead-acid vs. lithium in plain English: usable capacity, cost, weight, lifespan, and exactly which one you actually need for the way you camp.

"Can I get WiFi in my camper?" is the question Squatch hears most. The answer: yes — but there's no magic button. This plain-English guide breaks down campground WiFi, cellular, and Starlink, plus how to get online whether your rig is Starlink-ready or an older used camper that came with nothing.

Confused about RV solar? You're not alone. Squatch explains what solar actually does (charges your batteries — not your AC), how panels, controllers, batteries, and inverters work together, and how to get the best bang for your buck — whether your rig is solar-prepped or starting from scratch.

Nothing ruins a trip like finding a mouse has moved into your camper. Squatch breaks down how to keep mice — and spiders, wasps, and ants — out of your RV for good, separating the tricks that actually work from the old wives' tales. Fun read, real advice, free printable checklist included.

Alright, let's talk about the thing every brand-new camper is lowkey terrified of: the tanks. Specifically, that tank. You know the one. The one that handles the, ahem, business. Here's the truth — RV holding tanks are the number one thing that intimidates first-timers, and they're also the number one thing that, once you understand them, you'll wonder why you were ever worried. It's a five-minute job that sounds way grosser than it is. By the end of this post, you're gonna w

You asked for the four-legged version — here it is. Squatch shares the new camper's guide to camping with pets: how to prep, what to pack, keeping your buddy cool and safe, and being a good campground neighbor. Includes a free printable pet checklist to tape right next to the kids' one.

Nervous that camping with kids means a weekend of meltdowns? It doesn't have to. Squatch shares real, in-the-trenches tips to keep the little ones busy, fed, and (fingers crossed) sleeping — plus a free printable checklist you can tape inside a cabinet before your next family trip.

Alright, so you've decided you want an RV. Good. Now comes the next fork in the road that ties everybody up in knots: should you buy new or used? It's right up there with "5th wheel or travel trailer" on the list of questions that keep folks up at night. I'm Joe — Squatch to most everybody around here — and I sell RVs at A&L RV Sales just outside Murfreesboro. The whole point of Camping with Squatch is helping you camp smarter, and that starts way before you ever pull into a

Stuck choosing between a 5th wheel and a travel trailer? Don't feel bad — it stumps just about everybody. Squatch breaks down towing, living space, price, and parking in plain English, so you can figure out which one actually fits your truck, your budget, and your kind of camping.

Most first time buyers have no idea what this means until they're sitting at a campsite trying to figure it out. Here's the plain English explanation before that happens to you.

There's a Camping World right down the street from us in Murfreesboro. Here's why that doesn't worry me one bit — and why the difference between a family owned dealer and a big box store is something you'll feel long after you drive your camper home.

Two of the hottest brands in the RV industry right now — but which one is actually right for your family? Joe "Squatch" Stanford carries both at A&L RV Sales in Murfreesboro and gives you the honest side by side comparison nobody else will.

Wondering when to pull the trigger on a camper purchase? The answer might surprise you. Here's an honest breakdown of how RV pricing works through the year — and why 2026 might be the best buying opportunity in over a decade.

Thinking about a Forest River Salem RV? Learn about the Salem lineup, key features, popular floorplans, and what makes these campers some of America's best sellers.

From quiet hours and leash requirements to early check-out times, these are the RV park rules campers love to hate—and the surprisingly good reasons they exist.

Shopping for a used RV near Nashville? Learn how to inspect a camper, avoid common mistakes, and find the right RV for your family's camping adventures.

Ever wonder who Squatch really is? Learn how a photographer, outdoors enthusiast, and people-first RV salesperson turned a lifelong love of camping into Camping With Squatch.

Dump stations are part of RV life… but somehow they can also turn into complete chaos. Here are some simple RV dump station etiquette tips every camper should know.