The Workamper Show Podcast

Today, we’re catching up with a Workamper who had spent five years traveling around the country with his wife before coming off the road to write a novel incorporating his experiences.

Johnny Bercegeay and his wife, Tracy, started traveling when he retired early at age 44.

They worked at Bowlin’s Travel Centers in Arizona, managed a restaurant at a South Dakota resort, participated in several sugar beet harvests and spent extended time guarding gates in Texas.

Along the way, they experienced the COVID shutdowns, serious RV problems and a medical emergency that even...

Today I am speaking with some folks who oversee a government-run campground just west of Minneapolis who are looking for Workampers next spring.

Baylor Regional Park is a beautiful 200-acre park near Norwood Young America, Minn.

Located on Eagle Lake, the park features mature trees, an 18-hole disc golf course and opportunities for outdoor recreation.

It’s also about an hour from Minneapolis, giving visitors easy access to big-city attractions.

Carver County Parks is looking for a single, couple or family to serve as volunteer campground hosts for the 2027 season. It ru...

This week I am speaking with a single mother who has been traveling around much of America and Workamping for several years with two of her sons, who are 22 and 17 years old.

Holly Blake is a single mother of five children, and two of her sons have been traveling with her in an RV since 2019.

They began Workamping in 2022 and have been taking seasonal jobs more regularly since returning to the road in 2024.

Holly has worked at amusement parks, RV resorts and KOA campgrounds with her 22-year-old son, Joshua, and her 17-year-old son...

Finding convenient places to stop while traveling in an RV can be challenging, especially when you’re driving a large motorhome or towing a trailer. Today’s guest will tell us about an app he personally designed to make it easier to find important stops.

Stephen Ayers is a longtime RVer and software developer who created an iPhone app called RV Trip Pilot to make traveling easier, safer and more enjoyable.

The app helps RVers locate fuel stations, restaurants, rest areas, campgrounds and overnight parking options along their routes.

It can even display fuel...

This week I am talking with a recently-retired couple who traded a fast-paced career transporting classic automobiles for a slower lifestyle exploring America.

After years of seasonal employment, including four seasons working in Alaska, Skip and Lisa Durbin recently completed their first Workamping assignment as campground hosts at Rainbow Point, which is located near Yellowstone National Park.

They spent the summer maintaining campsites, helping guests and enjoying the great outdoors while working three days on and three days off.

Their compensation included hourly pay and a full-hookup RV site.

Now they’re...

Today I will be speaking with a couple who actually met while he was RVing and she retired to join him on the road after getting married.

Matt and Kiersten Buote traded conventional careers for the freedom of traveling the country in their RV.

Matt started RVing in 2019 after owning a commercial fitness equipment business in New England.

Kiersten worked in the golf industry and was an assistant general manager at a club in Sedona, Ariz., before deciding she was ready for a change.

After getting married and living in an...

Today I’ll be talking with a woman who has been RVing and Workamping with her husband and three children for nearly five years.

Hailey Warner got the idea to start RVing after she saw a video reminding parents they get only 18 summers with their children.

She decided she wanted to make the most of those years by selling nearly everything, buying an RV and hitting the road.

Workamping helped to make the adventure possible by making it more affordable.

Since then, Hailey and her family have worked at an amusement pa...

Today I am speaking with the director of operations for a small investment group that owns and manages campgrounds in Indiana and Pennsylvania.

Pinecone Resorts manages Manapogo RV Campground in Orland, Ind., which is a 302-site park on a lake with a marina, boat slips and plenty of activities.

The company also operates Benner’s Meadow Run Campground in Farmington, Penn., which is a 168-site RV park with 12 deluxe cabins, a pool, mini golf and access to plenty of outdoor recreation.

Operations Manager Stacey Huck said Workampers play an important role at both pr...

Today, I am speaking with a retired couple who have spent about 11 years Workamping as a way to explore the country while enjoying extended stays in some pretty spectacular places.

Liz and Mike Cress started their Workamping adventure with a big leap. For their very first assignment, they drove their RV all the way to Alaska, where they spent more than four months working at a hotel and campground.

The couple wanted the freedom to travel throughout the United States, explore cities, states and national parks, meet interesting people and work enough hours to help...

Today, I am speaking with a couple who decided they didn’t want to keep waiting for “someday” to begin traveling. They have been fulltime RVing for five years.

Donny Benedict spent his career in furniture retail management, while his wife, Tammy, was a teacher.

They started RVing about eight years ago and even lived in their RV for three years while Tammy was still teaching. When she retired, they were finally free to embrace full-time travel and Workamping.

Because they retired in their 50s, Workamping offered a way to stretch their budget while...

For For Susan and Tad, Workamping isn’t simply a way to save money on camping. It allows them to slow down, become part of a community, meet people and experience things they might completely miss if they were moving every few days.

Rebel and Wendy tell new Workampers they should not expect to get rich from Workamping. Instead, they should embrace the lifestyle because their rewards come from traveling, exploring new places and meeting new people.

Every challenge she has encountered, whether dealing with RV problems, downsizing her possessions or adapting to unfamiliar situations, has helped convince her that she can handle whatever comes next.

Jennifer described opportunities for RV technicians and show teams with RV Roofing Solutions, along with her vision of making Learn to RV a trusted educational resource for new and experienced RVers.

The company is recruiting Workampers for assembly and paint positions with Arctic Cat in nearby Thief River Falls, Minn, where employees help build ATVs, side-by-sides and snowmobiles.

Best of all, Workamping couples earn $1,400 per week as gate guards with Guard 1 Services, but they need to work 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

In just over a year, Brigette and her family went from first-time RV owners to living a lifestyle that allows them to work together, spend more time with their three sons and help create unforgettable camping experiences for other families.

Functional floor plans, dedicated workspaces, reliable connectivity, comfortable outdoor living areas and features make extended stays easier and more enjoyable.

In this episode, we learn about features like dual-fuel operation, remote starting on portable models and emergency pull-start capability on installed generators.

Whether you're helping guests at the customer service counter, maintaining bicycles, driving shuttles or leading kayak tours, you'll spend your summer surrounded by the beauty of Acadia National Park and New England.

If you've ever wondered whether Workamping could work for a family with children, Jessie offers an honest look at the rewards and challenges.

Kristy's stories remind us that the road is about much more than just destinations. It's about the people we meet, the challenges we overcome and the personal growth that comes from stepping outside our comfort zones.

Steven shared how years of full time travel and Workamping provided not only a place to stay and work, but also a front row seat to some truly unforgettable experiences.

Whether assisting with fishing events, interacting with visitors or helping behind the scenes, Workampers make a meaningful contribution to the experience enjoyed by thousands of guests each year.

Stéphane explains why dark sky tourism is growing so quickly and how RVers are uniquely positioned to enjoy it.

Jim and his girlfriend, Caryl Kinney, live fulltime in a Class C motorhome, Workamping at campgrounds in Texas during the winter and working seasonally at a New York RV dealership during the summer.

The Lipkers adapted the lifestyle to fit their needs instead of trying to force their family into someone else’s version of Workamping.

Stacy explains how Fireside RV Rental works, why it can be a smart way to test RV life before buying, and how Workampers can find opportunities with Fireside locations across the country.

Alan and Kim offered a clear and practical look at how they have built a Workamping lifestyle that fits their goals and priorities.

Workampers and RVers enjoy Nova Scotia for its easy-to-navigate layout and the opportunity to visit multiple small, family-owned wineries in a single day.

Jessica also opens up about an issue many Workampers face, but don’t always fully understand until it is too late. That’s the difference between 1099 contractor work and W-2 employment.

Workampers become part of a close-knit community, contribute to a long-standing family legacy and help deliver memorable vacations for guests who return year after year.

Rick also showed how Workamping can open doors to future opportunities, including additional projects and new locations, all while maintaining control over your schedule and workload.

Kym reminded us that Workamping offers freedom. It is a chance to choose how you spend your time, where you go and how you build a lifestyle that fits what you like to do.

This is an ideal opportunity for individuals or couples who are comfortable around firearms, enjoy meeting people and appreciate outdoor recreation.

With 13 parks across the eastern United States, plus locations in Minnesota and South Dakota, Travel Resorts of America offers a wide range of settings and job opportunities for solo Workampers, couples and families.

Robert hires for a full range of campground roles, including store and office help, maintenance and facility cleaning as well as leading various activities.

Lelah needs Workampers to help with the front desk, retail, housekeeping, maintenance, organizing activities and, at Cozy Hills, running the cafe.

Today, I am speaking with a woman who owns two campgrounds in Connecticut and is looking for Workampers this summer.

Lelah Campo owns Cozy Hills Campground in Bantam, Conn. She and her team also built a second park from scratch nearby called Sky Ridge Trails in Torrington. The two campgrounds are about seven miles apart, and both rely on Workampers as a key part of their success.

She needs Workampers to help with front desk, retail, housekeeping, maintenance and running activities. Cozy Hills even has a full restaurant where a Workamper couple runs the cafe.<...

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