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Introduce Yourself

Let everyone know who you are, where you are from and a little about your self.
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General Camping Discussion Forum

If you can't find a board for your topic, here's your spot. Please review the various available boards to see if your topic would be more suited for one of them. If not, post it here.
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Let me tell you about my trip

(Before/During/After). This is the place to post.
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First Time & New Camper Owners

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Camper Pre-Purchase Questions

We've all been there so before you buy, ask away.
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Camping with Kids/Pets

Questions, Ideas and things you just have to share about camping with kids and/or pets! (Everyone should try it once!)
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Camping for the Medically/Physically Challenged

Getting out and camping can be very therapeutic. So here are some tips on camping for the medically or physically challenged.
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Camping Around Wildlife

From Bears to Mosquitoes, we are visitors to their home, let's be good guests, respect them and learn to live with them.
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Camping Green

This board is a discussion area for helping member to minimize their footprint on the environment while camping.
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On The Road

Sometimes the journey is half the fun.
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A-Frame PopUps

For all the unique pleasures and issues associated with popping-up without canvas.
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PopOut (Hybrids)

Is there a Hybrid in your future
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Going to the DARK SIDE

For those moving on to other forms of camping, Travel Trailers or bigger.
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PopUpPortal Television

Post your camping videos on YouTube and then post a link under this forum. Some will be selected to be listed on PopUpPortal TV
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Checkout My Rig !

This is a forum for you to post pictures of your camper, tow vehicle, or both.
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Best Wishes/Remembrances for Loved Ones & Friends

This is the PUP forum for posting Best Wishes, Get Wells, and Memorials for loved ones and friends.
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The Other Stuff

Everything you wanted to know about other things camping!
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Specials and Promotions

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PopUp Gizmos

The PopupGizmos Solar Bunkend Cover's unique features, rugged construction and sun reflecting abilities are outstanding.
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Camper Manufacturers & Manuals

Information on the various manufacturers including new models. Link to our Camper Manual library and post requests for manuals we don't have in the library.
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RV Industry & Camping Related News

Get the latest RV Industry & Camping Related News
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RV Shows

Find out where the next RV Show is near you. Let everyone know what you thought of a RV Show.
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RV Dealers & Repair Shops

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Vintage & Off The Wall Campers

Found an innovative or unusual camper, post the information here for all to see.
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Campground Etiquette

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Campground / Trip Planning & Suggestions ?

Place your questions here about where to camp and what to do in a given area.
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Boondocking

Locations and General Tips for Going Off the Map
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Camp Driveway

Sometime you just have to get out of the house!
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Reservation Systems

Have a question or problem with making a reservation, post it here.
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My Favorite Mods, Tips, Tricks (and Blunders!)

Have a favorite modification you have done or tips and tricks you just can't wait to share it with everyone else? This is the place.
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Camper Restoration Projects

Restoring your camper to "Like New" condition, share your stories and pictures of the project here.
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Lift Systems

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Roof/Floor Repair & Maintenance

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Miscellaneous Repairs & Maintenance

Questions, Tips and Tricks for keeping your PU or TV in top shape that aren't covered under one of the other "The Garage" forum topic headings.
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Mystery Parts

Ever find a part on the camper and say "What the heck is that!" ?
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Tires / Brakes / Bearings / Axles

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Wiring

Camper's internal wiring as well as the wiring between the camper and tow vehicle.
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Tow Vehicles, Hitch & Towing

You think you hate it now, but wait till you drive it
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Taking Your Camper Off Road

Questions and Tips on Off-Roading with your camper
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Road Safety Systems

Safety Systems including External Signaling Systems (brake lights, turn signals, backup lights, running lights), Fire Extinguishers, First Aid Kits, and so on.
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General Camper Setup / Take Down

Please check the boards under "The Camper - At Th Campsite" for a possible more appropriate board for your new topic before starting a new one here. This board is for general setup questions & information not covered in the other boards.
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Slide-Outs / Bunkends

Question, Tips, & Tricks for dealing with Slide-Outs & Bunkends
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Heating / Cooling Systems

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Power - Site Power/Batteries/Generators/Solar

If you need power for lighting or whatever, here is where you will find some options.
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Plumbing Systems (Blue, Grey, & Black)

Blue or Fresh Potable Water / Grey or regular Waste Water / Black or well, you get the idea
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Leveling Your Camper

Before you raise the roof, make sure the camper is level. Here are some tips on how. From BAL Levelers to Lynx Levelers, from the Tongue Jack to Screw-Jacks, you'll find it here.
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Stabilizing Your Camper

Remember, put you stabilizers down after the roof is up and put them up before you lower the roof. Or UP-down, UP-down.
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Propane - Got Gas

Propane and Propane Related Products. "Taste the meat, not the heat"
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Refrigerators and Coolers

Keeping it cool.
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Cushion, Curtains, Carpets, Bedding, Clothing Stor

Inside and outside, where you sit, sleep, eat, or just relax.
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Lighting, Interior and Exterior

From Tacky Lights to Tiki Torches, find out how to best illuminate your campsite.
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Campsite Electronics

Post your questions/comments about using Televisions/Radios/Computers/Internet at the campsite.
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Campsite Security & Safety

How to make your campsite secure from unwanted guests and to keep your camper safe.
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Recipe of the Month

Selected from thousands of entries, these are the tops.
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I Smell Something Cooking!

I don't know why they call it Hamburger Helper? It does just fine by itself.
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Healthy Outdoor Cooking

Sometimes you need to eat healthy while on the road or camping. This board will help you make the healthy choice.
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Dutch Oven Cooking

Everything Dutch Oven! Cooking, Tips, Recipes, Cleaning, and Purchase Suggestions.
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GPS / Geocaching & Mapping Applications

Now that GPS units are getting less expensive, geocaching is becoming the hot new activity for anyone who enjoys the outdoors.
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Canoeing / Kayaking, Boating, & S.C.U.B.A.

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Fishing

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Astronomy / Star Gazing

You don't need a telescope to enjoy the stars.
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Photography

Shutter-bug talk. Best Cameras, Digital V Film, Camera Settings. . .
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Biking

Mountain, Rail-trails, or just plain pedaling around the campground.
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Hobbies and Other Activities

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Campfires and Firewood

Gather up some wood and have a campfire!
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Games

Game you bring along to the Campground
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Jokes And Campfire Stories / Songs

Here’s a spot to share your favorite jokes and campfire stories. Please keep all postings clean and please do not post anything that may be offensive to other members.
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General Weather Forum

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Cold Weather Camping

Tips & Tricks for camping in the Winter
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Deals too good not to share!

If you know of a bargain, deal or just plain free stuff, put it here! Postings from this forum are deleted bi-monthly.
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For Sale and Wanted

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FreeCycle

Instead of discarding that old camping gear, post it here so maybe someone else can use it. All items posted must be FREE! You may charge shipping but only for the actual cost of shipping.
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Post your club forums here

If you want a private club forum or if you want a direct link to your club forum let us know.
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Hey PUP Staff, Let me tell you what I think!

Add your suggestions and comments directed to the Webmaster, the moderators, or about PopUpPortal, in this forum area.
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Misc Events

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PUPcasts

Check our latest Podcasts and related website links.
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Featured Products

Every so often a product comes along that everyone should really checkout.
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Monthly & Pop Quiz Sweepstakes

PopUpPortal's Monthly & Pop Quiz Sweepstakes
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Website Tips & Tricks

Tips & Tricks on how to better post & navigate the website.
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Articles

Articles submitted by members of their camping experiences.
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Web Site Features/Products

Announcements on new features & products
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Posts to Twitter

Board for Admin to messages to Twitter subscribers
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The Woodshed

This is a bin where topics which have gone bad or SPAM can be moved so the they can be cleaned up and put back into the general site for public viewing.
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Moderator Section

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Admin Message Prep

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