There is something deeply gratifying about doing real ranch work when workamping on a ranch.
It sure beats fixing toilets! Though as a workamper at a working guest ranch, you will likely find that both need to be done on a regular basis!
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Living the dream full-time RVing nomadic lifestyle working as location independent entrepreneurs.
A Tribute to the Original Boll Weevil
There is a vacancy at Vickers Ranch.
I know I’m not the first to ever write a tribute to Perk Vickers, and certainly I won’t be the last. But I can honestly say, I am honored to have met such an honorable man.
Not All Workampers are Old, Broke and Destitute
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.
Workamper Accommodations May Vary
What kind of RV sites do workampers get? See photos from our many workamping RV site accommodations over the years!
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.
How to Replace 7-pin Trailer Cord Socket
Follow simple steps with photos and learn how to replace 7 pin trailer cord wiring harness plug outlet socket in bed of truck for fifth wheel RV or travel trailer.
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!
Quick RV Freshwater Supply Tip
Fast and frugal fix to replace broken or missing RV freshwater inlet cap.
Download Free Fulltime RVing Lifestyle Planning and Budgeting Report
Download free full-time RVing lifestyle planning and budget report or read information about how to pay for a nomadic life on the road before retirement.
RV Freshwater Pump Modification Makes Boondocking Easier
Use your RV water pump to fill fresh water tank to make boondocking easier! Video shows how to modify RV water pump to fill freshwater tank from external collapsible water jugs.
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.
Quick Tip for Winter Weather RVing
There’s currently a winter storm pounding the Northeast with snow, freezing rain and record low temperatures. That’s too bad. That’s also why you’ll find us in some Southwest desert come this time of year. Before we fled Colorado to fly south this winter though, we got hammered with a fair dumping of our own. How to Protect RV Hookups in Winter Weather Here’s a quick …