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Kfinnert · 04-28-2024, 03:49 PM

Our tank capacity is similar to yours, and there are three of us traveling together. We are good at boondocking for approximately two weeks before there was a need to empty the tanks. When boondock the following works well for us after we have filled the freshwater tank:

#1 - Have a water bladder and a transfer pump to reload the RV with fresh water. We have a 5-gal plastic container, but I prefer the bladder and transfer pump, so I do not need to lift the container to place water into the tank AND it eliminates several trips to the water station or carrying multiple containers.

#2 - We use a collapsible washing pale for cleaning dishes. It is rectangular and fits in the sink. When washing dishes, we use a paper towel to clean off the dish and then wash it, collecting the water in the collapsible pan. This water is then transferred to a bucket for storage - see #3.

#3 - The water we retain in the bucket (Item #2) from washing dishes is used in the toilet for flushing. If there is an abundance of dish water, water a plant or tree! This way we reserve our fresh water for showers and cleaning dishes.

#4 - Military showers. Water on, water off. We try to limit showers to 2 - 3 a week, and no more!

#5 - Purchase a case of bottled drinking water for consumption when not enjoying some other form of refreshment. Purchase several (5 to 7.5 gallons water) of the one- or 2.5-gallon containers of water for coffee, tea, ice maker, and other cooking needs.

#6 - My wife and daughter use the facilities in the 5th wheel, and I will use public facilities when available. If not available, then I will use the facilities in the 5th wheel too!

#7 - My monitors work so-so, and they are never accurate! When dry camping, we listen for the water falling into the shower and sink holding tanks. I have a hose for emergencies to drain off water from those tanks when necessary - I had to do this just once and the tree near my campsite was very grateful. However, when the toilet burps, then it is time to hook-up and find a dump station! Remember, when it is yellow, it is mellow. If brown, flush it down!

Using these simple rules helps us say as long in one location before we need to hook-up and find a dump. As the time in camp draws to a close, we will begin to use the facilities, shower and sinks as if we had hook-ups. We want to fill our holding tanks to ensure a quality dump of the tanks.

Happy Boondocking!

04-28-2024, 03:49 PM	#23
Kfinnert Montana Fan Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: Union City Posts: 115 M.O.C. #32153	Our tank capacity is similar to yours, and there are three of us traveling together. We are good at boondocking for approximately two weeks before there was a need to empty the tanks. When boondock the following works well for us after we have filled the freshwater tank: #1 - Have a water bladder and a transfer pump to reload the RV with fresh water. We have a 5-gal plastic container, but I prefer the bladder and transfer pump, so I do not need to lift the container to place water into the tank AND it eliminates several trips to the water station or carrying multiple containers. #2 - We use a collapsible washing pale for cleaning dishes. It is rectangular and fits in the sink. When washing dishes, we use a paper towel to clean off the dish and then wash it, collecting the water in the collapsible pan. This water is then transferred to a bucket for storage - see #3. #3 - The water we retain in the bucket (Item #2) from washing dishes is used in the toilet for flushing. If there is an abundance of dish water, water a plant or tree! This way we reserve our fresh water for showers and cleaning dishes. #4 - Military showers. Water on, water off. We try to limit showers to 2 - 3 a week, and no more! #5 - Purchase a case of bottled drinking water for consumption when not enjoying some other form of refreshment. Purchase several (5 to 7.5 gallons water) of the one- or 2.5-gallon containers of water for coffee, tea, ice maker, and other cooking needs. #6 - My wife and daughter use the facilities in the 5th wheel, and I will use public facilities when available. If not available, then I will use the facilities in the 5th wheel too! #7 - My monitors work so-so, and they are never accurate! When dry camping, we listen for the water falling into the shower and sink holding tanks. I have a hose for emergencies to drain off water from those tanks when necessary - I had to do this just once and the tree near my campsite was very grateful. However, when the toilet burps, then it is time to hook-up and find a dump station! Remember, when it is yellow, it is mellow. If brown, flush it down! Using these simple rules helps us say as long in one location before we need to hook-up and find a dump. As the time in camp draws to a close, we will begin to use the facilities, shower and sinks as if we had hook-ups. We want to fill our holding tanks to ensure a quality dump of the tanks. Happy Boondocking!