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Life on the road is full of excitement, adventure, and happiness. However, there are instances when you could feel alone. You can be, in fact, quite far from your loved ones back home if you choose to partake in the RV lifestyle. Furthermore, meeting new people might be intimidating when living in a mobile environment like an RV. In addition, putting oneself out there may be scary at any age. But if you make friends with other full-time RVers, your travels and life will be better. Making friends might be difficult at first. But it becomes easier with time and practice, particularly if you use our advice. That being said, to help you do this, today we will be talking about ways to maintain friendships as a full-time RVer.
1 Participate in Events at Campgrounds and RV Parks
If you aren't surrounded by other people, you won't have the opportunity to make any new connections. That is why you shouldn't be shy about joining in on things like Christmas parties, bonfires, and nature treks. It's not necessary to plan or schedule events. RV park amenities are one potential source of entertainment. Don't be shy about joining in on the fun if you like activities like shuffleboard, swimming, or fishing. Bingo, quizzes, and reading groups are just some of the activities offered at some RV parks. Look in the newsletter or ask at the office to see if there are any clubs at the RV park you are staying at. Check out what else is going on in the area. Events such as concerts, comedies, plays, and festivals are great places to find others with similar interests.
2 Put Yourself Out There
Meeting people while you're out and about is a simple and effective approach to expanding your social circle. Even if you're not the most outgoing person, one of your neighbors most likely is, and if you're outdoors, they'll find an excuse to talk to you. As long as you are open to interacting with people, you will find yourself in a situation where you will meet someone. In fact, you might be surprised to find out how similar maintaining friendships at an RV park is to maintain relationships with neighbors at home.
All you have to do is smile, wave, and talk to people when doing mundane things like errands, walking the dog, or cleaning the RV. Other people are more inclined to continue conversing with you if you come off as kind and approachable. You never know when you might stumble upon a new best friend. The two of you may become fast friends, and in the process, you might find out about great places to go fishing, hiking, or just hang out.
3 You May Expand Your Social Circle And Find Like-minded People Via Social Media
Even though it's great to meet new people and make new friends at RV parks, none of that matters when you're actually driving. For this reason, it's great to have social media. Nowadays, almost everyone has a Facebook or Instagram profile, which you can use to communicate with them. There is no reason for you, as a full-time Rver, not to have one (or a couple of different ones) then. Additionally, you can find many events and organizations on social media sites like Facebook. Social networks usually have a section dedicated to facilitating the discovery of local events. Keep up with a local establishment you like.
Investigate the communities and organizations in your area. Every kind of club you can imagine has monthly gatherings, from the local bonsai society to kayaking clubs. There may also be a trail running club, photography club, or even an ambitious entomology organization in the area. You may also locate like-minded individuals and families headed to the same places by joining one of the many fantastic online groups. The following are some widely-read books and articles to peruse.
4 Stay In Touch With The People You Meet
Keeping in touch with your friends is crucial to keeping your friendships alive and well. When you're always on the go, this is more important than before. You should trade numbers, emails, and social media profiles. Then, make it a point to stay in touch with your new acquaintance on a regular basis. Don't let a month go by without at least a few texts or a talk. Connect with other travelers and arrange to meet up again in the future. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is an excellent place to camp, and so is the Escape Trailer Rally. All you need to do is remember how lonely it can get on the road. It should help you put things in perspective. Therefore, try to nurture all of your contacts.
5 Always Treat Your Camping Neighbors With Respect
It's important to remember that your behavior and the condition of your campsite will be remembered long after you've moved on to another park. Subtle courtesies, such as observing quiet hours and keeping your site neat, are appreciated by both your fellow campers and the park personnel. The following are some additional things to bear in mind as a full-time Rver:
Follow all camping regulations.
Cleaning up after your dogs on hikes and at the campground
Respecting the privacy of others by not entering their campgrounds
Leaving your location in the same (or better) state as you found it
Always be courteous to campsite employees.
Conclusion
Now that you know a few ways to maintain friendships as a full-time RVer, you won't have to sacrifice strong, enduring friendships when you decide to embark on the adventure of RV living. Don't be timid. Participate in neighborhood activities, smile and say "hello!" to your neighbors, and keep in touch when you draw the parking breaks for your next destination. Just remember that being a kind neighbor goes a long way. Therefore, make an effort, and you will never regret it.
Author Bio:
Stanley Martin has been living the RV life for the last two years. During that time, he worked as a content writer, covering topics ranging from lifestyle to moving. He has recently contributed most of his content to Zippy Shell Moving and Storage NV.
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