The Camping Crew

Episode 161 - Leaky Thunderstorms

The Camping Crew

Show Notes

Presenters: Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

Record Date: 17/08/2022

Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

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News:

Meet up updates - book here bannowbay.ie

Colin McCarthy got in touch to tell us about new facilities added to Middleton motorhome parking

Online Chatter:

Thunderstorms on Sunday, were you camping? Tell us about it.

Campsites or stop overs:

Doughlasha Aire and Bed/Breakfast - near Fossa Killarney

What's on Charlie and Me this week? Friday's video is stop 2 on our Tour de France 2022 and it's from the island of Ile de Rea

Products, Gadgets, Tips & Camping hacks:

While camping at Campail Teach An Aragail Eugene demoed his Poweroak 300w power station

Troubleshooting:

Leaky tents or awnings

Camp life:

With all the talk of weight issues. Is it possible to lighten the weight of your camper by replacing parts for lighter parts. Suggestions welcome?

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