"Can I use a pressure washer? Is Dawn okay? What about these black streaks?" Squatch settles the great camper-washing debates with a beginner's guide to washing an RV the right way — the best methods, the specific cleaners to use and avoid, roof care, and the dos and don'ts. Printable wash checklist included.

Confused about RV generators? Squatch breaks it down for beginners: the types, how to size one (and whether it'll actually run your AC), fuel options, noise, and the carbon monoxide safety rules you absolutely cannot skip. Plus how a generator works alongside solar for off-grid power. Printable checklist included.

The hitch is the most important connection in your whole towing setup — and one of the most misunderstood. Squatch explains RV hitches in plain English: bumper-pull, weight distribution, anti-sway, and 5th wheel setups, plus how to match the right one to your rig safely. Printable hitch-up checklist included.

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.