The Jayco Journal
Stories from the road, RV advice and news from the Jayco family.
TRAVELER TALES: COCONINO NATIONAL FOREST Exploring our Nation's National Forests
July 19, 2024
Nestled around the northern Arizona towns of Flagstaff and Sedona, and next door to The Grand Canyon and Phoenix, Coconino National Forest is a treasure trove of outdoor experiences.
READY TO BUY AN RV? Helpful questions to get the most out of your dealership visit.
July 19, 2024
So, you’re thinking about buying an RV? With so many things to consider and questions to ask, it might feel a bit overwhelming. But we’re here to help! We’ve shared some of the most important topics to speak with your dealer about so you feel extra prepared and ready to drive your new RV off the lot.
HOW TO PRACTICE LIGHT COURTESY WHEN RV CAMPING
July 18, 2024
If you’ve ever been blinded by someone pulling into a campsite late at night or lost your night vision when someone suddenly turned on their headlights, then this tip is for you. Most of the time, you plan to arrive at your campsite while there’s still daylight.
OVERNIGHT PARKING IN YOUR RV
July 17, 2024
As an RVer, there will be times when you’ll need to park your rig overnight somewhere. You might be in between campground reservations, wanting to break up a long travel day, dealing with unexpected weather, or maneuvering road closures and traffic issues.
MUST-HAVE ITEMS FOR RVING FAMILIES
June 27, 2024
Hitting the road in an RV with your family is not just a vacation; it's an adventure-packed opportunity to create memories and strengthen relationships.
MUST-HAVE ITEMS FOR LEARNING ON THE ROAD
June 27, 2024
As a homeschooling family, one of the many reasons we love RV travel is for the rich variety of learning opportunities.
MUST-HAVE ITEMS FOR EXTENDING YOUR RV SEASON
June 27, 2024
Just because the warm summer months are coming to an end and cooler weather is approaching doesn’t mean you have to wrap up your RV adventures.
HOW TO LEAVE NO TRACE WHEN CAMPING AND HIKING
June 27, 2024
The concept behind Leave No Trace is pretty simple—don’t put anything into the environment that wasn’t there already and, whenever possible, leave a place better than you found it.
HOW TO TRANSITION FROM TENT CAMPING TO RVING
June 27, 2024
Camping has been a major part of our relationship from the time my husband and I met. We started off tent camping in the remote stretches of the Uinta mountains in Utah while we were dating.
