You can make $800 to $1000 a month donating Plasma. donating plasma takes about 1 hour twice a week. make a $1000 for 10 hours of your time. Easy money.
You guys did a great job of illuminating there are major differences in the nomadic mobile homeless and the RV community. Sorry but living out of your car or a thrown together recycled service van, ambulance or school bus etc is not as promoted in Nomadland or the philosophy touted by Bob on Cheap RV Living RVing, it is a roving homeless camp with drug abusers, mental health sufferers and deadbeats running away from life, living off social welfare programs and abusing BLM lands. We used to call those folks Bums. Not the kind of folks who would work for the system they despise like a KOA and corporate America.
The two of you make my heart smile. Just watching you holding hands and finishing each other's words is amazing. I love your love, it's so beautiful. Oh yeah, your videos are always informative, I love your channel.
A huge option nowadays (which I do myself and are surprised more folks aren't talking about) is to get a normal salaried white-collar desk job that turned into a remote job due to the pandemic, or if you are thinking about full timing but you currently work at a desk job and only go out a few times a year, it might be worth considering asking if they'll let you do it remotely. Many employers have opened up to the idea and are fine with folks working remotely full time and post job openings with that in mind. You may have to learn some skills if you don't have any depending on the field of course, but nothing beats the stress relief of having a steady income and benefits when you're travelling full time. Obvious downside is you'll likely be working 8 hours during the daylight hours of the day, but you still have all afternoon and all of weekends to do whatever you want. Just an option to consider when balancing out your goals.
* other expenses like utilities provided and discounted shopping. What a great deal! Thanks for sharing this! Could be the difference between being able to get out or not.
0:50 There is a big subset of RV’rs that are in the “Nomad Land” situation for whatever reason. They are the working poor escaping whatever difficult economic and or personal situation and are just trying to survive, often traveling around in a $2500 RV outfitted with thrift store bargains. That’s a vastly different story than many other RV’rs who tour the country in rigs worth $120,000 for example.
Being a working person and owning or trying to own a house in present day America isn't working for huge numbers. This approach might be possible for creative people. A fixed-up van or a cargo trailer deal might pose for an RV, however. This was good information.
Thank for this video! I have been trying to figure out how to get on the road sooner. This just might be my ticket. Only four more years and this gives me so much hope! Love both y'alls story and follow your channel!
So glad this video helped, Sheila. We truly think KOA is the answer for making some income on the road. For most it is free rent, no utilities and no commute. Hard to beat that. Best of luck!
We were workcampers for KOA for 7 seasons. It was great! It depends on who the owners or bosses are. It also takes patience to learn how to work with others. Sometimes sites are provided (one we were at, it was a free site and all paid). Others, it was hours for site. You can go anywhere you want with this! We did watch NOMADLAND, it WAS an EYE OPENER! Because if you and your spouse are retired, what happens when one passes away? That's what we saw. It also was the ability to see how do we stay nomad when we can't find a singles job? You take what you can at the age you are. We did work for some really bad managers and it was not fun and it ended in a bad way. But that was just two that were bad and we worked for a lot of them or have stayed at them and helped the people behind the counter use their program.
Yay! So glad you enjoyed being workcampers for KOA. It really seems to be an excellent program. We've enjoyed chatting with the workcampers when we've stayed at them. Thanks for your report and we look forward to seeing you on the road. Until then, see you in our latest video right here: ua-cam.com/video/1RtLvAl3INk/v-deo.html
Absolutely great information I’m on the way I want one of those KOA jobs even at $15 an hour it will just pass the time FYI I’m a journey Carpenter and I was used to making $65 an hour ha ha. Thomyt
It’s a decent wage when you don’t have expenses or travel time or travel costs to get to work. I worked in a youth hostel-4 hours a day and it’s a free stay.
We are full time for 27 yrs. We worked for a company, l won't say their name ---- as a camp host for 5 seasons. We are in our 80s and very reliable. We were always there and took care of 48 sites, 6 full bathrooms, and 4 group sites. The campers complimented our clean bathrooms and liked us. The HR man at the company decided to let us go last season. Unbelievable. We mowed every site and we mowed the large yard. The other hosts were amazed what we did at our age. Sometimes it seems like HR is really dumb making stupid decisions when they don't see all we do. The Forest Service even loved us. They also complimented our clean bathrooms. It really hurt us to be treated like that as we love hosting. We went beyond the call of duty.
You are completely right about your view of Nomadland. To me it was more about a woman who still hasn’t overcome the loss of her spouse and refuses to move forward with her life even when a new opportunity arises.
Excellent information, thank you. We will check this out We are still in our home, but have a KOA in the area that may be fun to check the job sceen out as we are moving towards full-time.
My son and I are planning to tour the US parks and he's a talented musician. We will look into scheduling gigs near where we plan to stay as a way to earn extra money on the road. Technical support positions in the IT area, or customer service jobs are also available wherever you have reliable Internet.
Agree with you. There are lots of jobs one can fill while traveling. Either through KOA, or other RV parks. There are many "on line" jobs available for those that are computer literate.
On a trip across the Southern US, I saw full time RVer’s, working/volunteering at Big Bend National park in TX and Pancho Villa state park in NM for pay and a campsite.
So many ways to do this life and to make money while doing it! Unfortunately many of the state and national parks do not pay the camp hosts, providing just a free site in exchange for work. On the other hand, many are in jaw-dropping locales!
That is Bonners Ferry Idaho. My home town. I saw that someone else said Bonners and so I know that I didn't win, but I was just excited to see main st. Hwy 95. Blessings
That sure is. Beautiful town, lucky you to have lived there! Thanks, Lynn. See you in our latest video right here: ua-cam.com/video/czfy2uFHZXQ/v-deo.html
Thanks for including the information on travel jobs. My husband and I have a decent income for our retirement. But, with gas and food prices getting so high, I have to admit, I get concerned. We are 71 and 72. I love working anyway. It's sounds like a great alternative should we need it.
Glad to hear, Sandy! I think it would be fun to have a "work family" once again, and campers are always so friendly anyway. Let us know how it "works" out. See you in our latest video right here: ua-cam.com/video/aothX9LLJqE/v-deo.html
Hey Liz Amazing, getting right to the point, I was in an 18 wheeler reck years ago and was disabled to resume my truck driving job . I am now 72 years old, my wife is 69 . Can I be a work camper even if I have to take prescription medication and pain meds ?
My plan is to get the RV Teck sert and do RV repair and maintenance, my bride is entertaining the idea of working for a park part time, there are several programs out there. I will have a good pension, but I like fixing stuff and if our rig needs repair I hope I don't have to hunt a shop.....this information his great and KOA have some really nice parks. Being a good boondocker helps save $$$ as well...lots of options if you research.
We were so impressed with the program. Let us know how you like it. Best of luck and happy travels- and work camping! See you in our latest video right here: ua-cam.com/video/1RtLvAl3INk/v-deo.html
Many communities have a Welcome Center that employ seasonal RV campers and provide a site for your RV. I came across several in Wyoming as we frequent the area. Many advertise on Work Camper. By the way, thanks for a Great video!
On one of my trips to FL. I had a horrible time trying to find a place to stay. I'd contact about 8 places and all went to voice mail. the only one's that got back to me said they where sold out. Finally someone took pity on me and set me up near there maintenance building with 30 amp. and water hook up. Later that day I was talking to the two older lady's that managed the park and I told them I owned a lawn care company. They offered to let me stay there as long as I wanted to for free if I just weed wacked for 2 hours a day. The normal rate was $40.00 a day to stay there, so I guess I was sort of making $20.00 an hour.
Wow, that's a great story! And you bring up a good point. If you just talk to a campground owner you may find them more than willing to allow you to barter your services in exchange for a campsite.
@@Lauren-vd4qe I had a rented class C so I could only stay a few days, but they gave me there card and offered to let me come back anytime I wanted to.
Hello our lovely friends, hope your both well, your sure looking good. Great video and great advice. Over here in new zealand we traveled for 4 years, and found plenty of work, house or farm sitting was good, also light fruit picking jobs, especially on vineyards was great, especially as we love being out doors. We would work a while and travel a while. The nz campervan association membership gives you cheap private places to stay, so it's easy to travel and afford it. I used to fish for trout and salmon, and swat it for stake or lamb at the local farms ha ha, many still like the old bartering system. Driving tourists luggage on bike trails is a common job, or even working on the ski fields through the winter is popular with campervan people. Anyway, good to see you both again. Winter weather here is sunny and warm , plenty of walks to the beach for a picnic, and even took my ham radio with me and talked to a few guys over your way. Take care, love to you both, keep enjoying life on the road and letting us see your experiences. Brian @ barbs down under, x
Hello Brian! What an idyllic life you describe. How lucky for you both to have had four years exploring your beautiful country! And it sounds like you are enjoying the beach! Hugs to you both! ❤️
Thanks guys, for the great info! Working is a great way to meet new friends and mostly, keeps you active. Just wondering how it effects collecting Social Security? Be safe and happy travels!
I'm not up on the ins and outs of social security but I bet you can find the answers you need. Working at a KOA truly is a great way to live on the road while still staying connected with others. Thanks for your comment!
Hello Liz and Paul, I always enjoy watching your videos, thank you for the great content. It sounds like you enjoy KOA campgrounds, how does that compare with thousand trails? I was thinking of getting thousand trail membership like you have, but perhaps I should get a KOA membership too :)
We got a KOA membership last year. We stayed in about 10 KOA‘s total. Every campground is different. I will say we have never experienced a gated KOA, while most thousand trails are gated. They are expensive but we have turned to them when we are needing a last-minute booking and are not familiar with the area. We can usually count on a KOA to be clean neat and well-maintained. Definitely we use our Thousand Trails membership much more and we love that we don’t pay to camp. Be sure to reach out to Eric Benson if you want to join as he has some special deals not available at corporate. Be sure to say our name and we look forward to meeting you in a campground! Actually, that is another place with Thousand Trails, are you often make friends that you see in other campgrounds down the road.
We have never been camping. Always had a house with yard/pets working 6 days a week. The only time we see our back yard is when we have to mow it. We’re almost 65 and wouldn’t even know how to get the mail if we went RV’ing. This would be an adventure for sure if we jumped into this lifestyle ha/ha Great video Just wondering are theses jobs 1099 are they W-2
Thank you, Kyle. I don't know for sure but I bet they are 1099 jobs. But you could find campgrounds looking for year round permanent help and in that case it would be W-2. And here's the answer about how to get mail: ua-cam.com/video/PGRyDN1SVu4/v-deo.html
Hi Liz and Paul 🤩 thank you for another amazing video! I love seeing your drone scenery and these KOAs are beautiful ❤️ so who knew about this? Not me! I hope to see you guys one day now I'm on the road! Love you guys and appreciate you and the tips so much! Jennifer
We are full time an retired an took a job at Bryce Canyon Hotel an camp Ground. Saving money to spend a year in Alaska. Free hookups an ten bucks a hour.
Thanks for the link and I never knew about this. Not sure if the wife would be interested as her idea is to keep moving, but you never know. It is a nice way to make money and experience the RV lifestyle and also have time to explore the location.
You can make $800 to $1000 a month donating Plasma. donating plasma takes about 1 hour twice a week. make a $1000 for 10 hours of your time. Easy money.
@@rvpuglife The Red Cross doesn't pay for donating blood. You can access a directory for the local plasma center. In my town, it seems like a growing business. Some are located in bad parts of town where you see people hanging around outside. I would avoid those. Others are in a pretty decent part of town, look clean, and discourage loitering.
We know we're very late this time, but here's the answer to the quiz: Bonners Ferry, Idaho! (took about 5 minutes this time) Thanks for the challenge! /Susan & Göran in Sweden
Yes they do. We have not heard how well they pay but have heard that a lot of them do not offer sewer hookups. Let us know if you know how they compare to KOA's program.
You know I could travel nurse but ugh 😩 who wants to do that. This sounds like a good deal to me!!! It would supplement retirement. I think it’s a great idea.
I know someone who, in her 50's, sold her house, reduced her things to a few bins that she keeps at her daughter's house. She bought an RV and became a travel nurse. She LOVES it. Not every place is great but overall, her simplified life and moving around has worked well for her, for at least 5 years now.
It would be interesting to find out if you sign up to work for a season, you said a season is 3-6 months(?), do you have to stay at the same KOA the entire time? We get itchy feet after staying at a campground more than 4 nights, but we are weekend campers. I can't imagine staying at the same KOA for a month or more.
I don't think so, sadly. I am just focusing on becoming better, not bitter. AND bringing you the best content as I move forward with my life. See you in the next video, Kevin!
Seems like it does represent a subset of some full time RV’rs. I don’t know what the actual numbers are but some are barely surviving just like any other living situation.
Me and my fiance wants to be living in an RV full time but only at one spot cause we don't want to travel. You gave me ideas on jobs and stuff. Thank you so much guys. Also I never heard of you guys until yesterday when I was looking up rv living. One of the videos I watched of yours is when u guys split up. But I'm glad u guys worked it out. Love u both.
Thanks so much, Amanda, and welcome to the channel. So glad this video gives you some ideas for jobs. Yes, you could be stationary and work year round in a campground. Best of luck! And if you want to see the follow up video showing us getting back together, here it is: ua-cam.com/video/QMpD7VSrkXM/v-deo.html
I talked to a guy once that has worked a number of years as a seasonal ranger at Custer State Park in South Dakota and loved it. He sat in the booth collecting entrance fees.
We miss doing those, too, so thanks for your feedback. We did probably 60 or 70 of those funny ending over the course of 16 months or so. Unfortunately not enough people stayed to the end to watch them. We are pondering our next move now. Thanks again.
This is a great way to supplement retirement or disability income. Of course if you need to care for your partner around the clock, then that may not work. Best of luck!
I’ve watched some of your videos and have to say that the first thing is get a king bed truck . Go to a driving school to learn some proper driving skills. No offence but you have more rig than driving skill . Clearly in over your head with the driving
🛎 Over 200+ job openings now. Please tell them LIZ AMAZING sent you! tinyurl.com/RVjobs
Retiring in June; 7 years rv'ing. We talk to "full-timers" every-time we go out.
You can make $800 to $1000 a month donating Plasma. donating plasma takes about 1 hour twice a week. make a $1000 for 10 hours of your time. Easy money.
You guys did a great job of illuminating there are major differences in the nomadic mobile homeless and the RV community.
Sorry but living out of your car or a thrown together recycled service van, ambulance or school bus etc is not as promoted in Nomadland or the philosophy touted by Bob on Cheap RV Living RVing, it is a roving homeless camp with drug abusers, mental health sufferers and deadbeats running away from life, living off social welfare programs and abusing BLM lands.
We used to call those folks Bums. Not the kind of folks who would work for the system they despise like a KOA and corporate America.
Liz and Paul. Your ‘supposedly’ answers to comments are not you. I think your UA-cam channel has been hacked.
@@greghall9006 i reported the imposter. i suggest you do the same.
My husband went to NRVTA for six weeks and became a certified rv tech, to fix and maintenance of fellow rvers.
That’s a great option!
Has your husband found tech work at the campsites where you stayed?
Positive and realistic. The tone of your videos is so refreshing.
Awww, thank you, you are so kind.
The two of you make my heart smile. Just watching you holding hands and finishing each other's words is amazing. I love your love, it's so beautiful. Oh yeah, your videos are always informative, I love your channel.
Oops! They just broke up lol
A huge option nowadays (which I do myself and are surprised more folks aren't talking about) is to get a normal salaried white-collar desk job that turned into a remote job due to the pandemic, or if you are thinking about full timing but you currently work at a desk job and only go out a few times a year, it might be worth considering asking if they'll let you do it remotely. Many employers have opened up to the idea and are fine with folks working remotely full time and post job openings with that in mind. You may have to learn some skills if you don't have any depending on the field of course, but nothing beats the stress relief of having a steady income and benefits when you're travelling full time. Obvious downside is you'll likely be working 8 hours during the daylight hours of the day, but you still have all afternoon and all of weekends to do whatever you want. Just an option to consider when balancing out your goals.
Great tip! Thank you much. More and more remote workers are choosing RV life for sure!
My husband and I are currently in Lebanon, Oh at the KOA. It's a GREAT job! We only have to pay for our electricity.
YAY! So glad you are out here doing this! Thanks for watching and for your comment.
* other expenses like utilities provided and discounted shopping. What a great deal!
Thanks for sharing this! Could be the difference between being able to get out or not.
Yes. We truly think it could make the difference for someone wanting to get out on the road. Thank you!
0:50 There is a big subset of RV’rs that are in the “Nomad Land” situation for whatever reason. They are the working poor escaping whatever difficult economic and or personal situation and are just trying to survive, often traveling around in a $2500 RV outfitted with thrift store bargains. That’s a vastly different story than many other RV’rs who tour the country in rigs worth $120,000 for example.
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Being a working person and owning or trying to own a house in present day America isn't working for huge numbers. This approach might be possible for creative people. A fixed-up van or a cargo trailer deal might pose for an RV, however. This was good information.
Thank for this video! I have been trying to figure out how to get on the road sooner. This just might be my ticket. Only four more years and this gives me so much hope! Love both y'alls story and follow your channel!
Don’t wait too long as old ago does not wait for anyone. Do while while you can and have your health. You will enjoy it.
Old age. Sorry.
So glad this video helped, Sheila. We truly think KOA is the answer for making some income on the road. For most it is free rent, no utilities and no commute. Hard to beat that. Best of luck!
We were workcampers for KOA for 7 seasons. It was great! It depends on who the owners or bosses are. It also takes patience to learn how to work with others. Sometimes sites are provided (one we were at, it was a free site and all paid). Others, it was hours for site. You can go anywhere you want with this! We did watch NOMADLAND, it WAS an EYE OPENER! Because if you and your spouse are retired, what happens when one passes away? That's what we saw. It also was the ability to see how do we stay nomad when we can't find a singles job? You take what you can at the age you are. We did work for some really bad managers and it was not fun and it ended in a bad way. But that was just two that were bad and we worked for a lot of them or have stayed at them and helped the people behind the counter use their program.
Yay! So glad you enjoyed being workcampers for KOA. It really seems to be an excellent program. We've enjoyed chatting with the workcampers when we've stayed at them. Thanks for your report and we look forward to seeing you on the road. Until then, see you in our latest video right here: ua-cam.com/video/1RtLvAl3INk/v-deo.html
Absolutely great information I’m on the way I want one of those KOA jobs even at $15 an hour it will just pass the time FYI I’m a journey Carpenter and I was used to making $65 an hour ha ha. Thomyt
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It’s a decent wage when you don’t have expenses or travel time or travel costs to get to work. I worked in a youth hostel-4 hours a day and it’s a free stay.
Good to know, thanks for this!
We are full time for 27 yrs. We worked for a company, l won't say their name ---- as a camp host for 5 seasons. We are in our 80s and very reliable. We were always there and took care of 48 sites, 6 full bathrooms, and 4 group sites. The campers complimented our clean bathrooms and liked us. The HR man at the company decided to let us go last season. Unbelievable. We mowed every site and we mowed the large yard. The other hosts were amazed what we did at our age. Sometimes it seems like HR is really dumb making stupid decisions when they don't see all we do. The Forest Service even loved us. They also complimented our clean bathrooms. It really hurt us to be treated like that as we love hosting. We went beyond the call of duty.
You are completely right about your view of Nomadland.
To me it was more about a woman who still hasn’t overcome the loss of her spouse and refuses to move forward with her life even when a new opportunity arises.
Exactly! And she made RV life far harder than it needed to be.
Thanx 4 sharing!!! Definitely a way to kinda homestead to mitigate travel expenses and have more beer $$$!!!
Yes, exactly! Thanks for watching. See you in our latest video right here: ua-cam.com/video/czfy2uFHZXQ/v-deo.html
Excellent information, thank you. We will check this out We are still in our home, but have a KOA in the area that may be fun to check the job sceen out as we are moving towards full-time.
It really does sound like fun, and such a good deal. Let us know how it works out. Thanks for watching and commenting.
My son and I are planning to tour the US parks and he's a talented musician. We will look into scheduling gigs near where we plan to stay as a way to earn extra money on the road. Technical support positions in the IT area, or customer service jobs are also available wherever you have reliable Internet.
Sounds like a good plan. Happy travels and thanks for watching!
Fantastic video. Thanks for sharing
Agree with you. There are lots of jobs one can fill while traveling. Either through KOA, or other RV parks. There are many "on line" jobs available for those that are computer literate.
Thanks Colleen! We are seeing more and more nomads on the road. Thanks for watching and commenting!
On a trip across the Southern US, I saw full time RVer’s, working/volunteering at Big Bend National park in TX and Pancho Villa state park in NM for pay and a campsite.
So many ways to do this life and to make money while doing it! Unfortunately many of the state and national parks do not pay the camp hosts, providing just a free site in exchange for work. On the other hand, many are in jaw-dropping locales!
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What a great option to make a some extra money and enjoy spending time in a beautiful place!
It truly is, Jenna! Thanks for watching.
This is great information! Jim immediately said, “Let’s do it.” 🤣🤣🤣 Okay honey, maybe in a year or two.
LOL! You guys would have a blast doing this life! When the grands get older they can join you!
This is great info. I just starting looking at this. I plan to do it when we hit the road in a few years. Thanks guys
Yay! That's awesome Todd! We look forward to meeting you in a campground someday!
Thanks for the detailed info!!
Thank you for watching. Hope to see you out there!
Great information. Thank you for sharing and getting us educated.
Great, glad you like it! We think it's the best deal going for people looking to make money while living in an RV. Thanks for watching!
Great info. I’ll share this video with my RVing peeps and Liz Amazing gets the credit. 👍😎
Yay! Thanks so much, Greg! See you in our latest video right here: ua-cam.com/video/1RtLvAl3INk/v-deo.html
That is Bonners Ferry Idaho. My home town. I saw that someone else said Bonners and so I know that I didn't win, but I was just excited to see main st. Hwy 95. Blessings
That sure is. Beautiful town, lucky you to have lived there! Thanks, Lynn. See you in our latest video right here: ua-cam.com/video/czfy2uFHZXQ/v-deo.html
Good info on KOA jobs! My ‘work’ passion is in tree trimming and landscaping. I start full time RV next fall (2023).
That's awesome! Happy planning to you!!!
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Thanks for including the information on travel jobs. My husband and I have a decent income for our retirement. But, with gas and food prices getting so high, I have to admit, I get concerned. We are 71 and 72. I love working anyway. It's sounds like a great alternative should we need it.
Glad to hear, Sandy! I think it would be fun to have a "work family" once again, and campers are always so friendly anyway. Let us know how it "works" out. See you in our latest video right here: ua-cam.com/video/aothX9LLJqE/v-deo.html
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Thank you, it's really a great deal!
Hey Liz Amazing, getting right to the point, I was in an 18 wheeler reck years ago and was disabled to resume my truck driving job . I am now 72 years old, my wife is 69 . Can I be a work camper even if I have to take prescription medication and pain meds ?
Thanks for all your videos they are full of information
Thanks so much, Randy! We are glad to have you with us!
My plan is to get the RV Teck sert and do RV repair and maintenance, my bride is entertaining the idea of working for a park part time, there are several programs out there. I will have a good pension, but I like fixing stuff and if our rig needs repair I hope I don't have to hunt a shop.....this information his great and KOA have some really nice parks.
Being a good boondocker helps save $$$ as well...lots of options if you research.
Wow I love this ty for so much info liz and I just mention ur name Liz Amazing and can work and enjoy a vacation
We were so impressed with the program. Let us know how you like it. Best of luck and happy travels- and work camping! See you in our latest video right here: ua-cam.com/video/1RtLvAl3INk/v-deo.html
Many communities have a Welcome Center that employ seasonal RV campers and provide a site for your RV. I came across several in Wyoming as we frequent the area. Many advertise on Work Camper.
By the way, thanks for a Great video!
Good to know, thank you!!
Wow…this is such good and helpful info. Thanks for another great video.
Thanks so much, Jett! We love this idea! See you in our latest video right here: ua-cam.com/video/aothX9LLJqE/v-deo.html
Hi Liz & Paul🤗 This was such a great informative video, thanks guys🤗🤗
Thank you, Lisa! Hugs to you from us!
Another great video in the can! Thanks!
Thank you Paula!
Great advice for people to get started living their dream.
Thank you Kathy! Looking forward to meeting you at a campground someday!
Very helpful information. New subscriber. Thank you.
Thank you and welcome to the channel! Hope to see you in a KOA someday!
That clip is in Bonners Ferry Idaho. Not sure if anyone figured it out yet. Great video by the way. 👍
Yes it is! Good eye! We do have a winner already. Thanks for playing!
Great info, thanks!!!
Thanks Skip, we think this is such a good way to make money. Plus, no commute!!!
On one of my trips to FL. I had a horrible time trying to find a place to stay. I'd contact about 8 places and all went to voice mail. the only one's that got back to me said they where sold out. Finally someone took pity on me and set me up near there maintenance building with 30 amp. and water hook up. Later that day I was talking to the two older lady's that managed the park and I told them I owned a lawn care company. They offered to let me stay there as long as I wanted to for free if I just weed wacked for 2 hours a day. The normal rate was $40.00 a day to stay there, so I guess I was sort of making $20.00 an hour.
Wow, that's a great story! And you bring up a good point. If you just talk to a campground owner you may find them more than willing to allow you to barter your services in exchange for a campsite.
now thats a useful conversation barter system!! so how long did you stay there?
@@Lauren-vd4qe I had a rented class C so I could only stay a few days, but they gave me there card and offered to let me come back anytime I wanted to.
@@josephrobichaud5198 sounds like a good workable situation.
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Thank you so much. This may make all the difference for many who want to fulltime RV and make money on the road. Thanks for watching.
Hello our lovely friends, hope your both well, your sure looking good. Great video and great advice. Over here in new zealand we traveled for 4 years, and found plenty of work, house or farm sitting was good, also light fruit picking jobs, especially on vineyards was great, especially as we love being out doors. We would work a while and travel a while. The nz campervan association membership gives you cheap private places to stay, so it's easy to travel and afford it.
I used to fish for trout and salmon, and swat it for stake or lamb at the local farms ha ha, many still like the old bartering system. Driving tourists luggage on bike trails is a common job, or even working on the ski fields through the winter is popular with campervan people.
Anyway, good to see you both again. Winter weather here is sunny and warm , plenty of walks to the beach for a picnic, and even took my ham radio with me and talked to a few guys over your way.
Take care, love to you both, keep enjoying life on the road and letting us see your experiences.
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Hello Brian! What an idyllic life you describe. How lucky for you both to have had four years exploring your beautiful country! And it sounds like you are enjoying the beach! Hugs to you both! ❤️
Thanks guys, for the great info! Working is a great way to meet new friends and mostly, keeps you active. Just wondering how it effects collecting Social Security? Be safe and happy travels!
I'm not up on the ins and outs of social security but I bet you can find the answers you need. Working at a KOA truly is a great way to live on the road while still staying connected with others. Thanks for your comment!
Hello Liz and Paul, I always enjoy watching your videos, thank you for the great content. It sounds like you enjoy KOA campgrounds, how does that compare with thousand trails? I was thinking of getting thousand trail membership like you have, but perhaps I should get a KOA membership too :)
We got a KOA membership last year. We stayed in about 10 KOA‘s total. Every campground is different. I will say we have never experienced a gated KOA, while most thousand trails are gated. They are expensive but we have turned to them when we are needing a last-minute booking and are not familiar with the area. We can usually count on a KOA to be clean neat and well-maintained. Definitely we use our Thousand Trails membership much more and we love that we don’t pay to camp. Be sure to reach out to Eric Benson if you want to join as he has some special deals not available at corporate. Be sure to say our name and we look forward to meeting you in a campground! Actually, that is another place with Thousand Trails, are you often make friends that you see in other campgrounds down the road.
We have never been camping. Always had a house with yard/pets working 6 days a week. The only time we see our back yard is when we have to mow it. We’re almost 65 and wouldn’t even know how to get the mail if we went RV’ing.
This would be an adventure for sure if we jumped into this lifestyle ha/ha
Great video
Just wondering are theses jobs 1099 are they W-2
Thank you, Kyle. I don't know for sure but I bet they are 1099 jobs. But you could find campgrounds looking for year round permanent help and in that case it would be W-2. And here's the answer about how to get mail: ua-cam.com/video/PGRyDN1SVu4/v-deo.html
So that means you've NEVER worked any of there, right? You're just telling us about your research.
Thanks! Great information
Thank you Andrew!
Hi Liz and Paul 🤩 thank you for another amazing video! I love seeing your drone scenery and these KOAs are beautiful ❤️ so who knew about this? Not me! I hope to see you guys one day now I'm on the road! Love you guys and appreciate you and the tips so much! Jennifer
Good information. Thanks.
We are full time an retired an took a job at Bryce Canyon Hotel an camp Ground. Saving money to spend a year in Alaska. Free hookups an ten bucks a hour.
That’s awesome,glad to hear!We’d love to go to Alaska, too,how exciting!
a YEAR in alaska? have u been there during the winter?
hi guys really enjoy your videos one question regarding theses job opening we are Canadians are there openings for international workers ?
Thanks for the information! I’m retiring in December!!!
Awesome, Jay! See you out here!!
Great info! I never knew. Thanks for sharing 😘🖖🏻👍🏻🙏🏻
Thank you for watching!
Thank you for the info .
Thanks Carol, hope this helps!
Thanks for the link and I never knew about this. Not sure if the wife would be interested as her idea is to keep moving, but you never know. It is a nice way to make money and experience the RV lifestyle and also have time to explore the location.
Anything like this in the UK or Ireland ?
You can make $800 to $1000 a month donating Plasma. donating plasma takes about 1 hour twice a week. make a $1000 for 10 hours of your time. Easy money.
Ok but where? Who actually pays you? Is it Red Cross or private agency? More info please!
@@rvpuglife The Red Cross doesn't pay for donating blood. You can access a directory for the local plasma center. In my town, it seems like a growing business. Some are located in bad parts of town where you see people hanging around outside. I would avoid those. Others are in a pretty decent part of town, look clean, and discourage loitering.
We know we're very late this time, but here's the answer to the quiz: Bonners Ferry, Idaho! (took about 5 minutes this time) Thanks for the challenge! /Susan & Göran in Sweden
You got it. This one was so easy!
If you think about it, you’re making much more than $15hr. Save on rent, that’s $1,000. No commute, that’s another $1000, no utilities $200.
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I am classified unemployable by the Veterans. They said I could do some things as long as I don’t get paid. Do they have volunteer jobs?
Yes they do. Not technically volunteer but a free site in exchange for working a little each month. Best of luck to you!
parks hire seasonal too.
Yes they do. We have not heard how well they pay but have heard that a lot of them do not offer sewer hookups. Let us know if you know how they compare to KOA's program.
Are your travel expenses tax deductible since they are required to do this work?
I don't know. Check with your financial advisor. It sounds like it should be.
You know I could travel nurse but ugh 😩 who wants to do that. This sounds like a good deal to me!!! It would supplement retirement. I think it’s a great idea.
We sure think so: no (or low) rent, no utilities, and no commute! Let us know how it goes!
But travel nurse will pay big, guessing $60/hr plus.
I know someone who, in her 50's, sold her house, reduced her things to a few bins that she keeps at her daughter's house. She bought an RV and became a travel nurse. She LOVES it. Not every place is great but overall, her simplified life and moving around has worked well for her, for at least 5 years now.
On the average how much does it cost a month and does it very from season to season. Or place to place
Great question! You can find RV parks for under $500 a month to $5000 a month. Depends on location for sure. Thanks for watching.
It would be interesting to find out if you sign up to work for a season, you said a season is 3-6 months(?), do you have to stay at the same KOA the entire time? We get itchy feet after staying at a campground more than 4 nights, but we are weekend campers. I can't imagine staying at the same KOA for a month or more.
It seems you need to stay there a season, 3-6 months. So yes, the same KOA.
Is their a chance you get back together ?
I don't think so, sadly. I am just focusing on becoming better, not bitter. AND bringing you the best content as I move forward with my life. See you in the next video, Kevin!
Great info
Thanks Ed, we are so glad to have you with us!
Does KOA withold taxes or is it a 1099 job? Thanks
I think it's a 1099 job. Thanks, Steve.
Great information. Are you all planning on taking on one of these jobs?
I think it would be fun!
I think it would be fun!
Is it Kershaw S.C? Thank u for info on work camper this is my future.
Sorry, Cana Va.
Tha loctin has ydern full cell buy hydrrgen rv
Do they offer any sort of insurance?
Not that would cover this. Here’s the rest of the story in the update, and thanks for watching: ua-cam.com/video/yS5Q2eDcJpc/v-deo.html
I never correlated that movie to you at all… not even close!
Glad to hear that! Some friends of Paul’s apparently thought so! RV life was very unfamiliar to them so they figured we must be living like Nomadland!
@@LizAmazing like ma n pa kettle, no doubt eh!!
I read the book Nomadland, and being in the RV industry, I also found the story not representative of the RV full timing community.
Agreed. Thanks Kelly!
Seems like it does represent a subset of some full time RV’rs. I don’t know what the actual numbers are but some are barely surviving just like any other living situation.
Me and my fiance wants to be living in an RV full time but only at one spot cause we don't want to travel. You gave me ideas on jobs and stuff. Thank you so much guys. Also I never heard of you guys until yesterday when I was looking up rv living. One of the videos I watched of yours is when u guys split up. But I'm glad u guys worked it out. Love u both.
Thanks so much, Amanda, and welcome to the channel. So glad this video gives you some ideas for jobs. Yes, you could be stationary and work year round in a campground. Best of luck! And if you want to see the follow up video showing us getting back together, here it is: ua-cam.com/video/QMpD7VSrkXM/v-deo.html
Ty
Thank you! See you in our latest video right here: ua-cam.com/video/1RtLvAl3INk/v-deo.html
I talked to a guy once that has worked a number of years as a seasonal ranger at Custer State Park in South Dakota and loved it. He sat in the booth collecting entrance fees.
St Bonners Ferry, ID
You got it! Congratulations Walter! Email us with your address: liz@lizamazing.com
@@LizAmazing I thought it was idaho due to the tree types and the brick buildings.
It's been my experience that KOA will not except rv older than 10 years old
I've never had that problem. I've stayed at a bunch and they don't even ask. I have a 2005.
Bonner's Ferry, Idaho
You got that right. Glad you know it. We do have a winner already but thanks for playing.
If it’s a couple do they both get paid?
Yes, if they are both working. Thanks for watching.
@@LizAmazing thank you
✌️✌️something cannot buy by money thats friendship 🙏🙏anyway hows your life going on☺️
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W2 or 1099?
I think most are 1099.
Are there opportunities for singles or is it mainly for couples?
Yes. You can even put that in your search tool. Thanks for watching, Steve.
I appreciate this video but I miss the old bloopers at the end instead of picking a place where the scenery matches...
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We miss doing those, too, so thanks for your feedback. We did probably 60 or 70 of those funny ending over the course of 16 months or so. Unfortunately not enough people stayed to the end to watch them. We are pondering our next move now. Thanks again.
Don’t know ck $10-15/hour when most of your larger living expenses like rent are taken care of or deeply subsidized,,plus o
Yeah, it's really a great deal. Low rent, or no rent at all. No commute.
I wonder if any have internet? .. Cheers to you ..
Many do. You'll have to ask and read the reviews to be sure that there's enough for you.
Bend or?
What about a couple on SS retirement & only one can work, the other one is blind & crippled?
This is a great way to supplement retirement or disability income. Of course if you need to care for your partner around the clock, then that may not work. Best of luck!
@@LizAmazing My question is, are there many opportunities for just one person instead of a couples type of working arrangement?
@@zimbabs Yes, indeed there are. Thanks for clarifying.
Why would you want to spend the season working? 🤷
It's a good option for many. Thanks for watching.
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It's such a great program!!! Thank you for watching!
KOA Sucks! No golf cart! Nope!
They don't allow golf carts? I didn't know that. I do know some campgrounds bad gas powered golf carts, and I don't blame them. Those are loud!
Liz, your comments are being spoofed/spammed on here!
Thanks for letting me know. I will get them deleted. See you in our latest video right here: ua-cam.com/video/1RtLvAl3INk/v-deo.html
I’ve watched some of your videos and have to say that the first thing is get a king bed truck . Go to a driving school to learn some proper driving skills. No offence but you have more rig than driving skill . Clearly in over your head with the driving
Thank you! We did! Is RV Driving School worth it? | Crashed our camper | RV life | Fulltime RV Living
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THIS WAS AMAZING
Thank you so much! See you in my brand new video right here: ua-cam.com/video/wTF8S7-rjVw/v-deo.html