Eco-Friendly Tips for RV Travelers

Posted by RV Pro on Apr 22, 2009

There’s a sign you see at the entrance to many national and state parks: “Take only memories; leave only footprints.” It’s the RV credo. RVers account for the majority of campsite users in state and national parks; three times as many people camp in RVs than in tents. As major users of our nation’s parks, it’s the responsibility of RV owners to protect our country’s natural beauty for ourselves, for our fellow travelers, and for future generations.

In our last post, we talked about ways RV travelers can further reduce their already small carbon footprint. Today, we’ll share some tips for living green when you’re traveling in your RV:

* Pack it out. Inspect your campsite before leaving. You should take out with you everything you brought in. Use reusable storage bags for groceries, supplies and gear. Avoid buying products that use unnecessary packaging or that come in packaging that can’t be recycled.

* Recycle. While traveling, recycle cans, paper products and plastic containers. Many campgrounds and parks provide recycling receptacles. Remember to recycle when you perform regular vehicle maintenance on your RV. Many municipal facilities and some service stations will recycle old tires, used engine oil and batteries.

* Save water. Install a water-saver showerhead in your RV to reduce water use and save energy. Water-saving aerators can be screwed into the ends of most sink faucets to reduce water use. Don’t let the water run when showering, brushing teeth, shaving, washing dishes, etc.

* Green clean. Use natural, non-toxic cleaning products to clean up during and after your trip. New products on the market provide dependable cleaning power without using chemicals that harm the environment.


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