Does Jim look like a decrepit, old workamper who’s down on his luck?
Sadly, the image of old, broke and destitute full-time RVing workampers is now being promoted all over TV, radio and the Internet.
Not All Workampers are Old, Broke and Destitute
Making Money
Finding recreational jobs to work and make an income while camping and traveling in an RV.
My Best Workamping Job: To Make Custom Log Fireplace Mantle
Have I mentioned how much I enjoy workamping at Vickers Ranch because of the opportunity I get to do some creative woodworking projects? Yeah, I thought so, maybe once or twice. Well, here’s one I’m particularly proud of.
Last year, I arrived at the ranch in time to help install and finish a similar mantle my boss made. This year, I had the honor of doing the dirty work. So I thought I would share how to make a custom log fireplace mantle like this one I made at my favorite workamping job.
Read on for tips, lots of photos, and plenty of fun with power tools!
Another Creative Workamping Project
It’s turning out to be another happy workamping summer at Vickers Ranch!
One of the best things I like about workamping on the ranch, besides working with my crazy wife and a bunch of other fun folks, is the opportunity I get to be creative—with access to the tools I need to do just about anything.
Sure, ranch work is hard, but between repairing screen doors, troubleshooting toilets and washing Jeeps, I get to create fun projects like these handmade log slab benches…
What is Workamping?
In case you missed it, we have published a new page to help answer any questions about workamping you may have!
Workamping Questions and Answers
After working as workampers at various different jobs, and writing about our workamping experiences, for more than seven years, we have added a Workamping Page here in the LiveWorkDream blog!
Got questions about workamping?
Ever wonder what workampers do? Well, that depends on the type of workamping job.
Summer Workampers Needed at Vickers Ranch, Lake City Colorado
Vickers Ranch seeks workamping RVing couple for summer 2014 season in Lake City Colorado.
Revamped Income Anywhere Book is Better Than Ever
Learn how to supplement or replace your income while working from home with updated remote home based business resource. Our interactive PDF compiles hundreds of links for finding the best workamping jobs, remote employment portals, legitimate revenue sharing business opportunities and much more!
So, You Want to be a Workamper? Read Book Review to Win a Free Copy!
Book review of So, You Want to Be a Workamper? by full-time RVers John and Kathy Huggins.
Freedom from Paperwork Slavery
Debt-free living and business operations from our RV mean less paperwork to manage.
Do It Yourself RV Community a Bounty of Resources
Rene writes for the Do It Yourself RV Community, providing RV information, projects and entertainment about the RV’ing lifestyle.
Nu Time Out on the Alpine Loop
NuRVers stop to party in Lake City Colorado during their annual road trip to Burning Man.
Thirteen Days
The challenges of workamping and running a business on the road as full-time RVers.
How to Budget for Full-Time RVing Lifestyle, Part III
How non-retired people can set up a budget for full-time RVing to save on expenses and make money for the full-time RV nomadic lifestyle.
How To Prepare for Full-Time RVing Lifestyle, Part I
Prepare for full-time RVing so your dream doesn’t become a nightmare! Learn how to budget and plan for a full-time RVing lifestyle as a couple or family.
Workamping and Entrepreneurial Ups and Downs
Challenges of making money while full-time RVing workamping and running a small business.
Remote Workamping Shop Local Challenges
The challenges of online shopping for home and food when remote workamping in Colorado.