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| Lauren Gamble is a seasoned digitaL nomad and RV woman |
The Gamble family of three people and one dog has been on the RV road for a little over a year now. They’re learning the ropes as full-timers. At the same time, experienced creators Lauren and Donny Gamble use the Internet to share their adventures and advice. See them on platforms including Facebook, YouTube, TikTok and Instagram. Start with their website, https://TimeToRV.com/
Say hello to RV woman Lauren Gamble
“Time to RV originally started as a way to document our family’s full-time RV life, kind of a digital journal,” reports Lauren. “But it’s evolved into something bigger. Now we’re growing the brand into more of a travel media outlet that also features stories from other RVers and travelers. We’re especially excited about an upcoming initiative focused on spotlighting unique rigs, travel stories, and perspectives from across the RV community.
“For the first six months, we traveled week to week to have fun and get a feel for the lifestyle. Then we spent nearly three months back at our home base in Orange Beach, Alabama for (son, age 8) Chase’s baseball season. Now we’re back to summer travels and loving the freedom again.
“We tend to gravitate toward RV resorts that strike a balance between nature and city life—places where we can spend the day exploring local attractions, trying new restaurants, or just relaxing somewhere with a great view. The Florida Keys and southern Utah have been two of our favorite places so far.
“ As for homeschooling, we’re still new to it (about eight months in), and we use a mix of online curriculum and a custom, hands-on approach. We’re still finding our rhythm, but the biggest reward has been watching Chase enjoy his days without the stress and pressure that can come from traditional schooling. It’s a slower, more intentional way of learning, and it fits our lifestyle well.
“Both Donny and I come from online business backgrounds. I’ve spent the past decade doing affiliate marketing, building content brands, and teaching others how to grow audiences organically, especially through YouTube. Donny has specialized in SEO and website-based affiliate marketing for over 12 years. Together, we’ve built and sold businesses, launched digital products, and advised other entrepreneurs. So transitioning into content creation on the road felt like a natural next chapter.
“Right now, our vision for Time to RV is to continue building it into a go-to travel and RV lifestyle publication—a space that blends storytelling, campground reviews, RV tips, and humor. We want it to be helpful, entertaining, and a little unexpected.”
FREEDOM OF THE OPEN ROAD?
Do you dream of living and traveling in a complete home on wheels? Living Aboard Your RV, 4th Edition by Janet Groene & Gordon Groene is a total guide to the full-time life on wheels. Should you sell the house or rent it out? Downsize possessions or put them in storage? Too young to retire? See the chapter on ways to make a living anywhere. Kids on board? We cover home schooling and also an exit strategy if and when the time comes to settle down. Order at any book store or let Amazon gift wrap and ship it for you. https://amzn.to/29XFEkq
Where to go next? Check road trip ideas at https://janetgroene.blogspot.com/
CAMPGROUNDS; GOOD NEWS/BAD NEWS
Locations are in Boldface; Dates are in red,
NEW RV PARKS, RV RESORTS, CAMPGROUNDS
New in Sister Bay, Michigan is the family owned Camp Door County. Rates are from $75 nightly. The 77 sites have full hookups and WiFi . There’s a camp store. Evening beer and wine are available at The Pines. Go to https://sisterbay.com/stay/camp-door-county/ (920) 854-2812
The official Grand Opening will be July 1 for the Yadkin Valley RV Resort in the heart of Yadkin Valley wine country at Yadkinville, North Carolina. Check ASAP for introductory rates, which will soon rise. The resort has pull-through and back-in RV sites, a pet park, playground, bounce pad, modern shower and laundry and communal gathering place. A new swimming pool will be ready by Spring, 2026. A county park and a YMCA are next door. Go to https://YVRV.com/
NEW FEATURES, NEW OWNERS, UPGRADES
Now open again after a year of upgrades and construction, Lakeview Campground in Sibley State Park Minnesota has upgraded hookups, larger campsites, improved roads and trails and modernized historic buildings. (866) 857-2757.
Hidden Haven in , Erin, Tennessee, has added a new 18-hole mini-golf course designed for all ages, all skill levels. The wooded campground has a camp store, laundry, free WiFi, dog park, community garden, full hookups and nightly, weekly or monthly rates. (931) 229-0899.
Shady Oaks Camping Resort, Plattsburgh, New York celebrated its Grand Reopening in May. The 44-acre resort in the Adirondacks has added a new camp store with local foods, The Great Room communal space, full bookups, and a heavy schedule of special events such as movies, parties, theme weekends and live music. Go to shadyoakscamping.com or call (518) 562-0561.
Now a member of the Open Road Resorts family is the 131-site Bayou Barataria RV Park, Harvey, Louisiana. It’s the seventh RV park to be added to the company’s portfolio of outdoor hospitality locations. New sites are expected to be added, bringing the total to 150. Also to come are a new swimming pool and playground. (504) 656-4122
The 28-acre Vagabond Resort and Campground in Ensign Township, Michigan has been a family-friendly, family-operated destination for generations. Now new owners have made important improvements with families in mind. The resort has lake frontage, wooded campsites, cabins, a playground and nightly communal campfires. Telephone (906) 474-6122
Soon to be the largest lift-served mountain bike park in the world, The Trails at Mena is under construction at Queen Wilhelmina State Park in Mena, Arkansas. Phase One will be a 1,20-foot drop in elevation in a range of trails from beginners to expert jump lines. Raw, technical and steer terrain will challenge advanced riders. The facility will be open all year and is expected to draw an international who's who of mountain bike enthusiasts. The park has a stately 40-room lodge with restaurant. The 41-site campground offers Class A,B and C hookups. (479) -394-2863
EVENTS
Take the Scenic Lake Tour on July 6, July 28 and August 9 at Lake Ouachita State Park, Mountain Pine, Arkansas. The cost is $14 adults and $8 children ages 6-12. A park interpreter will be on board to talk about the lake's many islands, stunning scenery, wildlife, history and geology. Make boat reservations at (501) 767-9366. The park has 93 campsites, half of them with full hookups. Make camping reservations at https://reserve.arkansasstateparks.com/
The free, 17th annual Laurel Hill State Park Bluegrass Festival is scheduled for August 16-17 in Somerset, Pennsylvania. Enjoy nonstop music from seven bands plus artisans, food vendors, period reenactors, children’s activities, a 5K race and wagon rides. The 4,000-acre park has 22 campsites, about half of them with water and electric hookups. There's a dump station, campground hosts, hot showers and restrooms (814) 445-7725.
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