Episodes

Friday Aug 30, 2024
332. Is FORT WILDERNESS More Worth It Than Ever in 2024?
Friday Aug 30, 2024
Friday Aug 30, 2024
Join us as we dive into an in-depth review of Fort Wilderness at Disney World, discussing the pros and cons of this mega campground. We explore the pricing, amenities, and unique features, while comparing it to other campgrounds and resorts. We also touch upon the ongoing situation in Florida's state parks.
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00:00 Introduction
00:55 First Impressions of Fort Wilderness
03:21 Exploring Fort Wilderness: Amenities and Layout
10:42 Pros and Cons of Fort Wilderness
19:08 The Value of Staying at Fort Wilderness
29:05 Navigating Fort Wilderness
38:09 Final Thoughts on Fort Wilderness
39:04 Upcoming RV Miles Homecoming Event
43:25 Controversy in Florida State Parks
55:21 Hershey RV Show Updates
58:08 Celebrating Birthdays and Family
01:03:27 Closing Remarks and Special Request

Friday Aug 23, 2024
331. Forced To Buy a New TRUCK 1000 Miles From Home
Friday Aug 23, 2024
Friday Aug 23, 2024
In this episode of the RV Miles podcast, Jason and Abby share the story of how they ended up purchasing a new truck while being 1,000 miles away from home. They also talk about their visits to unique travel stops, upcoming RV rallies, and their thoughts on the latest changes to the FMCA RV club.
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00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:10 Midwestern Anecdotes and Marketplace Finds
06:09 FMCA Name Change and Membership Challenges
16:18 RV Miles Homecoming Rally
21:02 Truck Troubles Begin
37:08 Choosing Between Gas and Diesel Trucks
37:39 Trade-In Experience and Unexpected Value
39:37 Exploring Truck Options and Features
44:49 First Impressions of the New Truck
54:06 Fresh Tank/Black Tank
01:12:39 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Detour » Should State Parks Favor Residents? [BONUS EPISODE]
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
This week, we welcome all of YouTube to our DETOUR episodes, the bonus episode we do each week for our Mile Marker members. Welcome! https://rvmiles.com/milemarkers
Join us as we discuss state park camping and the preference being given to residents. Will this help? Is this a bad economic decision? Let us know what you think, and if you like this more relaxed approach and want to see more consider becoming a Mile Marker member for as little as $7 a month, or $70 for a year.
Mile Markers receive a weekly DETOUR episode which you can on YouTube or listen to on your favorite podcast app. Mile Marker members also receive a lifetime digital subscription to RV Today Magazine, a discount to our upcoming HOMECOMING rally this October, a private Facebook group, a monthly live stream with Jason and Abby and so much more.
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Sunday Aug 11, 2024
330. Exploring the Modern Camper, Outer Banks Adventures, and Cape Hatteras
Sunday Aug 11, 2024
Sunday Aug 11, 2024
In this episode of RV Miles, Jason and Abby share more of the 10th anniversary North American camping report by KOA, giving insights into the demographics of the modern camper. They share highlights from their recent trip to the Outer Banks, including visits to Cape Hatteras National Seashore and the Wright Brothers National Monument.
Read the KOA study here: http://koa.uberflip.com/i/1524463-2024-koa-c-oh-camper-profile/0?
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00:00 Introduction
01:25 Upcoming Break and Special Episode Announcement
03:30 KOA Annual North American Camping Report
16:49 Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Outer Banks Visit
28:04 Exploring the Wright Brothers National Memorial
30:39 Fort Raleigh
39:47 Dining Recommendations in the Outer Banks
45:51 Fresh Tank/Black Tank
56:22 Outro

Thursday Aug 01, 2024
329. When The Destination Is Why You RV
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
In this episode, we talk with Randy and Caly Behymer of RV Destinations Magazine about RVers' favorite places to travel to and some hidden gems. We answer a common question from the RV Miles Facebook group about when to replace RV tires, and share our experiences at Savannah Lakes RV Resort, and more.
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00:00 Introduction
01:01 Savannah Lakes RV Resort
04:56 When to Replace RV Tires
13:59 RV Destinations Magazine
31:04 Social Media Posts Gone Wrong
35:34 Tow Haul Mode Video Feedback
41:17 Olympics and Annoying Ads
48:58 F1 Racing and Family Fun
54:10 Conclusion

Thursday Jul 25, 2024
328. Charlottesville, Monticello, National Park Crowd Hype, and More!
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
In this episode, we journey to Charlottesville, Virginia for some food, wineries, and adventure at Monticello, the University of Virginia, and more. Plus, are National Parks really that hard to get into? A new website for finding Amazon lockers, changes to requirements for taking dogs across the US border, and more.
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Friday Jul 19, 2024
327. Toughest To Book Campgrounds, Geography You Didn't Know
Friday Jul 19, 2024
Friday Jul 19, 2024
In this episode, our friends at The Dyrt list the toughest-to-book public campgrounds in America and provide a fistful of geography knowledge you didn't know you needed to know.
The Dyrt article on tough-to-book camprounds: https://thedyrt.com/press/the-dyrt-reveals-the-top-10-hardest-to-book-campgrounds-in-the-u-s/
The geography facts article: https://travellergazette.com/fascinating-facts-about-us-geography-is/30/
PrimeTime RV's new Sanibel 3952FBWB front bunkhouse: https://primetimerv.com/sanibel/3952FBWB/9157
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Thursday Jul 11, 2024
326. Traveling the WORLD in an RV with Heath and Alyssa Padgett
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
In this episode, Heath and Alyssa Padgett join us to chat about traveling through 12 countries on 4 continents, all while renting RVs. Learn about RVing in Japan, France, the UK, New Zeland, and more.
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Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
325. RV Scams and Learning To Repair Your Own RV With Todd Henson of NRVTA
Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
This week, we talk with National RV Training Academy Education Director Todd Henson about learning to repair an RV yourself, either through their home study course or in person at their facility in Texas. Plus, common RV sales scams and how to avoid them.
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Thursday Jun 27, 2024
324. Can A Dealership Chain SOLVE Repair Woes? Should We Stop Having Campfires?
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
This week, we talk with Bish's RV about the need to improve the time it takes to repair an RV, and their unique solution for making it happen. Plus a listener writes in about the need to normalize NOT having campfires, and more.
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