RV Out West

01/14/2026

For more than 20 years, Highway 395 from Death Valley to Lake Tahoe along the eastern spine of the Sierra Mountains held the title of my favorite road. Miles of drama, big skies, and landscapes that did all the talking. Then I drove the Icefields Parkway in Alberta.

And everything changed.

Glaciers spill toward the road. Peaks rise like sentinels. The air feels colder, quieter, older. Every turn invites you to slow down, pull over, and simply take it in. It is not just a drive. It is a reminder that some roads do not compete with others, they redefine what’s possible.

01/12/2026

🎉 The first episode of 2026 is LIVE! 🛣️✨

Friends, welcome back, I hope you had a great holiday season. I'm thrilled that we’re kicking off the year with a conversation with Go RVing. This week, we chat with Monika about RV life, dive into the exciting RV-2-50 project, and hear her favorite stories from the road. 🚐💨

This episode is packed with inspiration, practical tips, and the kind of freedom only RVing can deliver.

🎧 Listen to the episode today

Hit the road and explore America with curiosity, adventure, and discovery. In this episode, Monika from Go RVing shares insights on the RV-to-50 Project, tips for new and experienced RVers, and the future of the RV community. Inspiration, practical advice, and stories await every mile, campfire, and

01/11/2026

Tomorrow you’ll notice something new when you open your favorite podcast app 👀
It was time for a refresh, and RV Out West is rolling out brand-new show artwork. Same stories, same road, just a new look.

Keep an eye out for it in your app and enjoy the first episode of the year tomorrow morning. Thanks for listening!

01/10/2026

I'm already dreaming, researching and planning for this upcoming RV season. Where are you all planning to go this summer?

👇 Please share below, I'd love to hear what your plans are.

01/10/2026

Over the holidays, we soaked up a perfect family day in Seattle at Pike Place Market. Wandering the stalls, sharing bites, watching fish fly, and taking in the energy that makes this place feel so alive. Moments like these are a reminder that the best memories are often made just by slowing down and being together.

01/09/2026

We're kicking things off with a Q&A featuring our host, sharing what's ahead for the show in the year to come; upcoming conversations, new ideas, and where RV Out West is headed next.

🤜 Hit play, drop your questions and come along for the ride as we roll into a brand-new year on the road.

01/07/2026

Every journey starts with a little curiosity and the courage to follow it. 🌲🚐
If the road west has ever tugged at you, or you love stories about places that leave a mark, we’d love to stay connected.

Our newsletter is where we share behind-the-scenes moments, upcoming episodes, road notes, and inspiration from life out west. No noise, just stories worth slowing down for.

Sign up for the RV Out West newsletter and come along for the ride.

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01/07/2026

Happy New Year! 🌟After a little holiday pause, I’m recharged, rested, and working on a new episode dropping next Monday. Can’t wait to share the adventure with you.

I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season with your family and friends.

01/03/2026

🎤 Speaker Spotlight: Brooks Smothers | RV Out West
Dreaming of towering peaks, turquoise lakes, and the open road? 🏔️🚐

Join Brooks Smothers of RV Out West for his seminar “Banff Bound: RVing the Canadian Rockies”, where he’ll share tips, routes, and real-world insight for taking your RV adventure north into one of the most breathtaking regions in the world.

🗓 Seminar Times:
• Thursday 1/23 at 2:00 PM
• Friday 1/24 at 2:30 PM
• Saturday 1/25 at 10:00 AM

Whether Banff is already on your bucket list or just starting to call your name — this is a must-see seminar for anyone craving epic scenery and unforgettable RV travel.

👉 Catch Brooks live at the show and start planning your Rockies adventure!

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from our family to you.🎄

Wishing you a day filled with cozy moments, good food, and dreams of the next great adventure. Safe travels and happy holidays! 🚐✨

12/22/2025

Sometimes the best campground stories don’t start with a reservation…

They start with a borrowed tent trailer, a family willing to try something new, and a whole lot of miles down the road.

This week on the Wandering Gypsy RV Life Podcast, I sat down with Brooks Smothers, host of the RV Out West Podcast, to talk about RVing the Pacific Northwest, from misty coastlines and forest campgrounds to real-world lessons you only learn when something breaks on day one.

We talk:
• Campground gold like Cape Disappointment State Park
• RV tools & apps that actually help
• Cold-weather lessons and propane v***r lock
• Podcasting, mindset, and living in the moment

🎧 Watch the full episode here:
👉 https://youtu.be/jmaPIMtKyMU

And be sure to check out Brooks and everything he does at RV Out West:
👉 https://rvoutwest.com

Sometimes the best roads aren’t on the map—and that’s where the stories live.

12/21/2025

Flowing through one of Washington’s most stunning landscapes, the Wenatchee River gives so much to the communities along its banks.

Our thoughts are with everyone impacted by the recent floods, and we’re hoping these communities are finding strength, support and a steady path toward recovery. ❤️