The Jayco Journal
Stories from the road, RV advice and news from the Jayco family.
From Tent to Pop Up
March 10, 2022
There is nothing better than loading up the travel trailer and heading out on a fantastic adventure with your dogs. Our story did not start with a travel trailer. Our story started like most people's first camping adventures, tent camping. My husband and I did a lot of tent camping before we got our first dog.
Apps All RVers Need
March 10, 2022
After a full year of traveling in my Jayco Redhawk 26XD, I quickly learned that there are some apps that I couldn't travel without. From Harvest Host to Hipcamp, there are tons of apps out there meant for every type of RVer, and this list of apps will save you time and money.
Northern Michigan Camping and Its Hidden Gems – Mackinac Island
March 10, 2022
When living in Northern Michigan, there comes a time when we have to winterize our RV and wait for spring to arrive. When spring appears again, it's time to plan all the adventures of the short summer months.
How to RV With Cats
March 10, 2022
I never thought that I would ever travel the country with a cat in my vehicle, but here I am with almost 40,000 miles together with one very comfortable cat. Choosing to take your cat on the road might seem a little scary at first, but here's how my journey with Goose went.
The Best RV for Tent Campers
March 10, 2022
Now you are on the hunt for a great trailer, and you've stumbled across this article. I know of the perfect entry-level trailer for you and your family (if you are anything like us). It's a nice, small travel trailer to get you out of a tent and off the ground, which almost always seems to be covered in condensation.
Making Your Home-On-Wheel Yours
March 10, 2022
When I first got my RV, I immediately wanted to customize it and make it my own, as all people do with their home. However, this is much more complicated when your home is on wheels. I will help you learn through my mistakes and personalize your RV without wasting time and money.
5 Tips for Successful RV Travel With Your Pets
February 16, 2022
If your a pet lover, you are probably interested in learning tips and tricks about traveling with your pets in your RV. Hopefully, we can help put your mind at ease and show you how fun traveling with your pets can be!
How to Manage Gas Mileage During an RV Trip
July 12, 2021
Whether higher prices or up-and-down terrain where you’re traveling make keeping gas spend lower important, or you’re saving for the kids’ college, there are plenty of things you can do, especially when you own your RV.
Top Reasons to Upgrade Your RV and How to Do Each
July 12, 2021
Most RVers don’t buy an RV and keep it forever. Whatever the reason, from downsizing to modernizing, RVers tend to own more than one RV in their lifetime.