who has a camper, motor home or pop up trailer.

[vzdude]

I never did follow instructions well....... My bad! Still want to do it that way? Or reply openly in the thread?

 

[longbow]

Maybe a meeting place for the RVing INGO members if/when SHTF.

A community of well armed Rv'ers.

Do you see a need for that? I think you hit on a great idea.

 

[longbow]

I never did follow instructions well....... My bad! Still want to do it that way? Or reply openly in the thread?

Let's educate............I'm PM you all when I have time.

 

[Baditude]

Most RVs have fresh water tanks, generators and large propane tanks have DC wiring throughout - heck you can get solar panels and almost never need a generator.

 

[Super Bee]

I'm back....(I had parent and in-law crisises at the same time) Since some of you didn't follow instructions, I'll post on the thread.

How does your "camper" fit in you emergency plans?

I have thought about that.

The problem I have with driving my motorhome in a SHTF scenario, it does create a large, desirable target for gangs, thugs, or just a group of people who want it for themselves. Even on side roads it would still attract un-wanted attention.

I am thinking I would rather use my F-350 or Yukon to get out of town as both are faster, smaller and able to get off-road.

If you leave in enough time, before the stupid people realize what is going on, a RV is a way to go.

 

[YoungGunLover]

I agree with you Super Bee. My motorhome is just too big to be a functional shtf vehicle. I couldnt get it off the road enough to not be noticed and anyone needing food or supplies it would be an easy target. id hate to do it but id just have to let it sit and stay behind in that situation.

 

[sakima]

RV

Agreed, a large RV or Pull behind is not the best vehicle for a SHTF scenario...

BUT, if sufficient time is available, the RV can be moved to a safer location (I.E. farm, woods, etc) before the trouble starts. With a full water tank, propane tank and fuel tank, it would make a great temporary hide out. Mine is always ready to roll. I don't always keep the water tank full (water quality, weight and freezing issues), but the fuel and propane tanks are always topped off. With charged batteries and an operational generator, you can be self-sufficient for quite a while.

My RV stays loaded with the minor stuff needed when going camping, bedding, dishes, clothes, campfire kit, chairs, etc. I have access to a few locations within a two-hour drive that it can be moved to. We have made a few wet runs to different locations and ironed out some of the bugs.

Food, water, firearms and other supplies can be loaded prior to the move or taken when you bug out.

 

[Super Bee]

Agreed, a large RV or Pull behind is not the best vehicle for a SHTF scenario...

Fleetwood and a couple other manufactures make a "Off Road" pop up ( a pop up which sits up higher and oversize tires). Coleman even has a toy hauler version of this model, might be nice to strap a four wheeler this model. Something like this may be good for a SHTF scenario. I do not have any of these in stock, but may hang onto one if I do happen to get one, just in case.

BUT, if sufficient time is available, the RV can be moved to a safer location (I.E. farm, woods, etc) before the trouble starts. With a full water tank, propane tank and fuel tank, it would make a great temporary hide out. Mine is always ready to roll. I don't always keep the water tank full (water quality, weight and freezing issues), but the fuel and propane tanks are always topped off. With charged batteries and an operational generator, you can be self-sufficient for quite a while.

My RV stays loaded with the minor stuff needed when going camping, bedding, dishes, clothes, campfire kit, chairs, etc. I have access to a few locations within a two-hour drive that it can be moved to. We have made a few wet runs to different locations and ironed out some of the bugs.

Food, water, firearms and other supplies can be loaded prior to the move or taken when you bug out.

Enough time is the key to get that big thing going, otherwise you are a big target going down the road.

We also keep ours partially loaded like you. Then, all you need to do is grab the family, fuel and food.

 

[BOAA]

RV

I have a 35' 5th-wheel, brother has a 30' A Class pusher.

Last year, we both purchased used "mobile construction offices" like they use on large construction sites. Both were already wired for 110 & 24, we added the generators and such. Works well for the BOL.

We parked/set up both on our property way out in BFE.

Very secluded - been hunting there for years so we know the terain very well.